Police Officer
Location: Washington, DC
Job Code: 510083A05UD-PO
Salary: starting at $27.92 per hour
ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Patrols assigned area on foot, by bicycle, scooter, or in patrol car, to enforce laws, prevent and discover crimes, investigate crimes, maintain order, and answer calls and complaints;
- Answers radio/computer-dispatched, or citizens' requests for police services at the scene of accidents, domestic disputes, law violations, and peace disturbances, or other related scenario;
- Familiarizes self with their patrol assignment and with persons living in area;
- Investigates illegal or suspicious activities, persons, and establishments, and quells disturbances;
- Locates, searches, detains, and arrests law violators, following recognized police procedures;
- Displays promptness for all duty assignments, i.e., roll call, and scheduled court hearings;
- Interviews and questions victims, witnesses, and suspects;
- Gathers and preserves evidence;
- Performs first aid and provides other assistance to accident and other victims;
- Investigates causes and results of incidents/accidents;
- Directs and controls traffic;
- Issues written citations for traffic and other minor violations;
- Operates police communication and computer equipment to obtain, disseminate, and report information;
- Attends community meetings to discuss crime prevention activities and crime problems;
- Writes detailed incident, investigation, activity, and other reports;
- Testifies in court to present evidence by describing conditions, situations, and actions;
- Performs other related duties as assigned.
EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE
Incumbent must possess a high school diploma or GED and meet one of the following:
- Successfully completed at least 30 semester hours of college credit with coursework in any subject from an accredited college or university; OR
- Served in the US military, including the Organized Reserves or National Guard, for at least two years on active duty and, if separated, have received an honorable discharge; OR
- Served at least three years in a full-duty status with a full-service police department in a state or municipality within the United States and if resigned or retired, have done so in good standing.
Incumbent must possess a valid driver’s license prior to appointment and during tenure of employment.
Incumbent must pass a medical examination, including being of proportionate weight and height.
Incumbent must:
- Pass a psychological examination and drug-screening test;
- Pass a thorough background investigation;
- Possess a high moral character for carrying out law enforcement duties;
- Be a United States citizen;
This position is designated as “essential”
