Community Service Officer Job Atlanta area,Georgia USA,Security

Job Title

Atlanta Police Department (APD) Field Operations Division

Job Description

Responsible for responding to non-emergency 911 calls for service for the Atlanta Police Department, as a non-sworn member. Team members will complete accident reports, document incident reports, collect evidence, and process theft crimes that will help provide timely responses to citizens.

Responsibilities

Essential Duties & Responsibilities These are typical responsibilities for this position and should not be construed as exclusive or all inclusive. May perform other duties as assigned.

Work within the Field Operations Division of the Atlanta Police Department as a civilian response member.
Respond to non-injury accidents, including hit-and-run accidents, and complete accurate reports for citizens.
Respond to roadway obstruction calls for service and safely remove debris and or work to clear the roadway for motorists.
Aide sworn officers by directing traffic around accidents and other non-emergency scenes.
Respond to theft from motor vehicle calls for service where the suspect is no longer on the scene, gather information, and process the vehicle that will assist investigators.
Perform other duties as assigned outside of emergency response.
Categorize all interactions with citizens on body-worn camera.
Work in a para-military command structure while carrying out orders from supervisors.
Provide exceptional customer service when interacting with the citizens and visitors of the City of Atlanta.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

This is a partial listing of necessary knowledge, skills, and abilities required to perform the job successfully. It is not an exhaustive list.

Ability to operate a motor vehicle safely in heavy city traffic, create accurate reports, and gather pertinent information.
Be able to work on a computer including Microsoft, Word, Excel, and Outlook and be able to retrieve data and compose incident reports.
Willingness to learn new software platforms.

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications Education and Experience

High School Diploma or GED.

Outstanding writing, oral, and interpersonal skills required

At least 18 years of age at the time of hire

Must have a valid Georgia Driver's License and no more than 5 moving violation convictions in the last 3 years. No DUI Drugs/Alcohol, refusal to submit to testing, or convictions within the last 3 years.

Three or more chargeable traffic accidents 3 years prior. Any conviction of vehicular homicide and hit and run for the entire driving history is a disqualifier.

No Felony convictions, no more than 3 misdemeanor convictions.

Any federal conviction, obstruction, eluding, assault LE, Impersonating LE, Theft over $500, Domestic Violence, or any sexual-related crimes including pimping are automatic disqualifiers.

Ability to follow the City of Atlanta, City of Atlanta Police Department policies and procedures.

Must be in good physical condition and pass a medical examination at the time of hire.

Must pass an interview, written exercise, background check, criminal history check, credit check, psychological exam, and drug screen.

Excellent communication skills.

Ability to adapt to an ever-changing, dynamic organization.

Preferred Education & Experience

Bachelor of Science degree or an Associate degree or equivalent experience
Experience in computer software.
Law Enforcement, military service, and ROTC encouraged.
Possess a positive, collaborative, and helpful attitude.
Maintains a high level of integrity, confidentiality, and professionalism.

Essential Capabilities and Work Environment Required physical, lifting, and sensory capabilities are requirements to perform the job successfully. Typical environmental conditions associated with job.

The City of Atlanta is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not unlawfully discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, veteran's status or national origin, or any other basis prohibited by federal, state, or local law. We value and encourage diversity in our workforce.

Job Info

Job Identification 33552
Job Category Public Safety
Job Schedule Full time
Locations 226 Peachtree Street SW, Atlanta, GA, 30303, US