POLICE OFFICER (Part-Time/Reserve)

NOTE:  This position is only open to candidates that have a current Nebraska Law Enforcement Certification.  

This position is responsible for a wide variety of professional law enforcement work in the protection of life and property through the enforcement of laws and ordinances for the City of Fremont.

Work also involves responsibility for the protection of life and property, prevention of crime, apprehension of criminals, and the enforcement of laws and ordinances on an assigned shift. Work involves an element of personal danger, and officers must be able to act without direct supervision. An employee in this classification is expected to exercise independent judgement within the parameters of the departmental policies, procedures and regulations while meeting both routine and complex emergency situations. In accordance with established operating procedures, work assignments, and instructions are received in general terms from a superior officer who reviews work methods and results through reports, observations, discussions, and semi-annual performance evaluation. Supervision is received from an administrative superior.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

The following examples of work are illustrative only and are not intended to be all inclusive:

• Patrols a designated area of the City in a patrol car; prevents and discovers commission of crime, apprehends criminals and offenders; enforces vehicle and traffic laws; makes police presence known in a manner that contributes to deterrence of law violations.
• Answers calls and radio complaints involving automobile accidents, misdemeanors, and felonies; conducts accident investigations and criminal investigations at the scenes of crimes; may administer first-aid to persons; gathers evidence, locates, and questions witnesses; interrogates suspects; writes citations and makes arrests as required by circumstances; testifies as a witness in court proceedings.
• Establishes traffic control and police protection at incidents which may attract crowds; performs police duties at parades and processions; checks and reports on deficient street lights, signs, road surfaces, and other facilities which may serve the public.
• Checks doors and windows and examines premises of unoccupied buildings or residences in order to detect any suspicious conditions; gives information and provides assistance to motorists and the public.
• Conducts follow-up investigations of misdemeanors and some felonies; collects evidence and interviews witnesses, victims, and suspects; may conduct death investigations; responds to dog-at-large calls.
• Administers roadside sobriety tests, arrests intoxicated drivers and completes chemical analysis requests in Driving Under the Influence cases.
• Determines probable cause to arrest or search; prepares affidavits and serves authorized warrants; appears in court to present evidence and testify against persons accused of crimes.
• On an assigned basis serves as a property and evidence officer; receives, stores, and disposes of property and evidence and maintains the chain of evidence; maintains records of property and evidence.
• On an assigned basis, serves as a firearms instructor; sets up range, checks officers’ weapons, & instructs them in firing techniques.
• On an assigned basis, serves as a community services/crime prevention officer; develops and presents public programs on crime prevention; oversees the Neighborhood Watch Programs; conducts tours of police facilities.
• While performing all duties wears the complete Police uniform including body armor, duty weapon with magazines, radio, handcuffs, Taser and other associated equipment according to assignments.
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• Performs duties under a variety of physical and hazardous conditions; with potential exposure to dangerous obstacles and conditions.
• Conducts crime scene investigations which may include preliminary investigations, gather and maintain chain of custody of evidence, interview witnesses and prepare reports; makes arrests when warranted and prepares for testimony.
• Confront and pursue suspects who may be violent, combative or uncooperative and take them into custody.
• Conduct traffic related assignments, monitors traffic conditions, enforces traffic ordinances and laws; directs traffic; issues citations;
• Investigates traffic incidents; provide first aid on the injured parties; conduct interviews of those involved and witnesses; provide documentation of the scene and all relevant circumstances.
• Perform in custody transports of prisoners, to and from court appearances. Conduct interviews and interrogations of in custody male, female and juveniles.
• Performs duties related to animal control complaints and associated animal issues.
• Performs other work which is consistent with the essential functions of the job.

DESIRABLE KNOWLEDGE, ABILITIES AND SKILLS

The following generally describes the knowledge and ability required to enter the job and/or be learned within a short period of time in order to successfully perform the assigned duties. 

• Knowledge of modern police practices and methods; of department procedures, rules, and regulations.
• Knowledge of applicable federal, state, and local laws and ordinances including laws of arrest.
• Knowledge of the street layout and geography of the City of Fremont.
• Ability to perform a wide range of law enforcement assignments. 
• Ability to understand, interpret, apply, enforce, and make decisions in accordance with applicable policies, laws, and regulations. 
• Ability to comprehend, retain, and recollect factual information pertaining to laws, statutes, and codes.
• Ability to analyze situations quickly and objectively, and to take proper courses of action.
• Ability to communicate effectively, orally, and in writing; to maintain required records and to prepare reports.
• Ability to maintain alertness, observational skills, and memory recollection; to remain calm and work effectively in stressful situations.
• Ability to maintain awareness of activities occurring at emergency scenes, assess relevant and factual information rapidly and respond calmly; to develop mental representation or pictures of such things as scenes, routes, individuals, and objects based upon descriptions and past experience.
• Ability to confront potentially dangerous situations.
• Ability to prepare, maintain and use various types of equipment involved in activities related to modern law enforcement.
• Ability to meet such physical requirements as may be established by competent authority and state regulations. Skill in the use of firearms and such other regular and special police equipment as may be assigned.
• Interpret and explain City law enforcement policies and procedures.
• Think clearly and act quickly in a variety of situations.
• Judge situations/people accurately.
• Effectively use and qualify with law enforcement tools and weapons including firearms, batons, defensive tactics, and other safety equipment.
• Operate specialized law enforcement equipment including specialized police vehicles, radios, video systems, and radars.
• Conduct a variety of criminal and special investigations.
• Gather, assemble, analyze, evaluate, and use facts and evidence.
• Interview victims, complainants, witnesses, and suspects.
• Accurately observe and remember names, faces, numbers, incidents, and places.
• Control violent people and affect arrests.
• Administer first aid.
• Prepare clear and concise reports and routine correspondence.
• Maintain contact and preserve good relations with the public; respond to requests and inquiries from the general public.
• Prepare and make presentations related to law enforcement efforts in the community.
• Work independently in the absence of supervision.
• Understand and carry out oral and written directions.
• Work irregular and on-call hours including weekends, evenings, and holidays.
• Meet and maintain required peace officer employment standards.
• Meet and maintain the departmental firearms qualifications standards.
• Meet the physical requirements necessary to safely and effectively perform the assigned duties.
• Meet department’s psychological and background requirements.
• When assigned to investigations, perform specialized investigative duties involving the interpretation, explanation, and application of laws and proper investigative techniques.
• When assigned to investigations, gather, assemble, analyze, and evaluate facts and evidence, drawing appropriate conclusions and making recommendations for the disposition of cases.
• When assigned to investigations, secure information from witnesses, victims, and suspects.
• Undertake and satisfactorily complete required and assigned in-service training programs.
• Communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing.
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work.

MINIMUM TRAINING AND EXPERIENCE

Graduation from high school; or equivalent GED; supplemented by course work at a college, university or community college in criminal justice or related field; or any equivalent combination of training and experience that provides the knowledge, abilities, and skills.

NECESSARY SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS

• Certification as a Police Officer by the State of Nebraska is required.
• Employee must possess and maintain of a valid Nebraska Driver’s License when operating a vehicle.
• Certification in basic first aid and cardiopulmonary resuscitation.
• Must comply with any other requires of the City of Fremont.
• Must successfully complete all required training 
• Must possess excellent judgement and a high level of integrity.

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