PATROL OFFICER RECRUIT (Pre-Test)

at  City of Gulfport

City of Gulfport, Mississippi
Job Description
Patrol Officer
(PO1)
Department: 213 - Police
EEO Class: Protective Service Workers FLSA Status: Non-Exempt

POSITION OVERVIEW

The Police Patrol Officer is responsible for a general duty of investigatory
police work in the protection of life and property, prevention of crime,
investigation of crimes, apprehension of criminals and the general
enforcement of local, state and federal laws and ordinances.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES

Must possess required knowledge, skills, abilities and experience and be able to explain
and demonstrate, with or without reasonable accommodations, that the essential
functions of the job can be performed.
Ability to cope with situations firmly, courteously, tactfully and with
respect for the rights of others.
Ability to analyze situations quickly and to determine proper course
of action to be taken with due regard to surrounding hazards and
circumstances.
Ability to understand and carry out oral and written instructions and
to prepare comprehensive reports.
Some knowledge of general social problems in urban centers and
of accepted methods of meeting such problems.
Ability to remember names, faces and details of incidents.
Ability to develop skill in the use and care of firearms.
Physical strength, agility and ability to pass physical fitness
examination.
Other combinations of experience and education that meet the
minimum requirements may be substituted.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

High School Diploma or equivalent. College or university level courses in
law enforcement or a related field preferred.
Patrolman 2nd Class: Satisfactory completion of a minimum of six (6)
months in the Patrolman recruit classification.
Patrolman 1st Class: Satisfactory completion of a minimum of six (6)
months in the Patrolman 2nd class classification.

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