Listing Summary

Police Officer (Open Positions: 8)

Closes On: December 30, 2022 at 11:59 PM EST

Department: Police
Job Status: Full-Time
Days Worked: Sun., Mon., Tue., Wed., Thu., Fri., Sat.
Rate of Pay: $18.78 - $20.66
Details: All candidates for the academy must pass a Physical Ability Test given by the State of Georgia P.O.S.T. To assist candidates a similar P.A.T. will be incorporated into the hiring process.  Apply Now

 

 

Job Summary

The Police Officer enforces federal, state, and local laws and the protection of life and property. This is a sworn position and requires the ability to perform basic patrol officer functions.

Essential Job Functions

• Patrols an assigned zone in order to detect and deter criminal activity and traffic violations;
• Responds to calls relayed by Communications Officers, including domestic disputes, assaults, burglaries, traffic accidents, lost or missing persons searches, public service duties, stranded motorists, and others;
• Conducts preliminary investigations into traffic accidents, crimes, and other incidents, including interviewing victims, complainants and witnesses, gathering information and evidence, securing crime scenes, and performing basic crime scene processing;
• Performs preliminary investigative work to include taking pictures, collecting statements, and lifting fingerprints;
• Apprehends, arrests, and processes offenders, including fugitives;
• Summons witnesses and transports prisoners;
• Provides assistance and backup support to other officers and emergency service providers as necessary;
• Provides first aid and CPR to victims as necessary and assists motorists;
• Provides traffic direction and escort services as needed for events such as parades, funerals, ball games, and school crossings;
• Testifies in judicial proceedings as necessary;
• Completes all required reports and forms, including accident and incident reports;
• Inspects and maintains an assigned patrol car, uniform, and equipment;
• Attends ongoing training classes as required;
• Works extra patrol details as necessary;
• Performs Bailiff duties for Municipal Court.

 

Minimum Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED;
• Or equivalent training, education, and/or experience; and 
• Valid State of Georgia Driver’s License;

 

Preferred Qualifications

Preferred -

• Georgia POST certification

 

Additional Information

 

The selected candidate must complete the following requirements prior to starting work with the City of Statesboro:

• Background Investigation
• Pre-Employment Urinalysis
• Pre-Employment Physical (If Applicable)