Patrol Officer

POSITION:
Police Recruit Salary: $1,939.52
Bi-Weekly

Probationary Patrol Officer Salary: $2,341.05 Bi-Weekly

First Class Patrol Officer Salary: $ 3,461.54 Bi-Weekly

DEPARTMENT:
Police

DIVISION:
Uniform

WORK SCHEDULE:
As assigned

JOB CATEGORY: POLE (Protective Occupations, Law Enforcement)

DATE WRITTEN:
August 2022 STATUS:
Full-time

DATE REVISED: FLSA STATUS:
Non-exempt

To perform this position successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential function of the position satisfactorily. The requirements listed in this document are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. The City of Mishawaka provides reasonable accommodations to qualified employees and applicants with known disabilities who require accommodation to complete the application process or perform essential functions of the job unless those accommodations would present an undue hardship.

Incumbent serves as Patrol Officer First Class in the Uniform Division of the City of Mishawaka Police Department, responsible for preservation of public peace, prevention of crime, detection and arrest of violators, protection of life and property, and enforcement of all State of Indiana criminal and infraction statutes and City of Mishawaka ordinances.

Enforces local, state, and federal laws for prevention and investigation of crimes and to protect lives and property of the public.

Promotes values of the City of Mishawaka Police Department.

Patrols City streets and other designated areas, ensuring security of residences and businesses. Investigates and reports all suspicious or unlawful activities and performs necessary actions to ensure proper enforcement of applicable laws.

Monitors radio and other communication devices and responds to citizen calls of distress, domestic disputes, and complaints of alleged unlawful activity. Assesses and brings situations under control, takes statements from victims and witnesses, provides appropriate assistance, and ensures lawful apprehension and arrest of criminal offenders as required by law.

Stops drivers of vehicles for traffic violations, verifies license and registration data, advises driver of safe driving practices, and issues warning/citation or effects arrest as warranted.

Pursues, apprehends, searches, and arrests suspects using only necessary force, advises suspect of rights, and transports to detention area. Prevents individuals from injuring others by using appropriate physical restraint or weapons.

Responds to and investigates traffic accidents, assessing extent of personal injuries, calling for emergency medical assistance, and taking statements from victims and witnesses. Assists with extracting victims, providing emergency medical care, and lifting individuals onto stretchers and into medical vehicles. Directs removal of vehicles involved, and ensures area is clear.

Participates in formal investigation of crimes by searching crime scene, following prescribed procedures to preserve and protect evidence, interviewing victims/witnesses, conducting neighborhood checks, and completing all necessary case reports as required or assigned.

Responds to residential and business alarms, investigating potential unlawful activity. Initiates appropriate action to properly enforce applicable laws and/or protect lives and property of the public.

Maintains appearance and serviceability of police vehicle and all issued uniforms and required equipment and supplies. Maintains clean and orderly work environment.

Prepares and submits complete and accurate case reports and summaries of activities as required and according to established department deadlines.

Receives and shares with commanding officers and other shift personnel pertinent information regarding incidents and activities occurring within the City. Provides coordination and mutual aid to other law enforcement agencies in accordance with departmental policy.

Provides testimony and presents evidence in court.

Attends prescribed in-service and/or training programs for certification/re-certification in specialized law enforcement areas as assigned or required.

Maintains current knowledge of applicable City, County, State, and federal laws, regulations, and ordinances.

May serve on or coordinate specialized law enforcement teams, such as SWAT and/or Emergency Response teams. May serve as Field Training Officer or as instructor to train officers and new recruits. May serve as crime scene technician, background investigator, School Resource Officer, assist with…