Police Officer

ACCOUNTABLE TO:         Police Sergeant and Police Chief

JOB REQUIREMENTS:

Knowledge: This position requires a knowledge of current law enforcement practices and procedures;  knowledge of applicable federal,  state,  and local  laws and ordinances; knowledge  of  Montana  State  Laws  regarding  law  enforcement  and  criminal  law; investigative procedures, court procedures, patrol techniques, search and seizure laws, interview and interrogation procedures, firearms operation, drugs and drug abuse, use of intoxilyzer and other police equipment, and providing emergency medical aid. Equipment used: The following are examples of equipment used but not limited to; patrol vehicle, radar, intoxilyzer 8000, onboard vehicle camera recording equipment; D.U.I. roadside physical testing  equipment;  handgun,  shotgun,  rifle;  gas mask;  first aid equipment;  radios; handcuffs, taser; computer and other office machines. Skills: This position requires skills in operation of police investigative and surveillance equipment; driving a patrol vehicle safely in hazardous conditions; personal defense; operating phones, radar and other police equipment; assisting with medical aid; and use of firearms. Abilities:   This position requires the ability to: prioritize work; make quick decisions with safety considerations foremost; train and supervise employees; deal effectively in stressful situations; relay accurate information quickly; pursue offenders on foot; deal effectively with dangerous people; visually inspect areas; hear distress calls; maintain confidentiality; show good judgement; perform physical force measures when necessary; perform any task required of a subordinate officer; communicate effectively orally and in writing; follow verbal and written instructions; establish effective working relationships with fellow employees. Physical requirements are established by the Police Officer Standards and Training (P.O.S.T.) Council and meet norms from Cooper's Institute of Aerobic Research. EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE: