What are the responsibilities and job description for the Police Officer position at City of Bay City?
```Job Summary```
We are seeking dedicated individuals to join our team as Police Officers. As a Police Officer, you will play a crucial role in maintaining law and order, protecting the community, and ensuring public safety. This is a challenging yet rewarding position that requires strong leadership skills, attention to detail, and a commitment to serving and protecting others.
```Responsibilities```
- Enforce laws and regulations to maintain public order and safety
- Patrol assigned areas to prevent crime and respond to emergencies
- Conduct traffic stops and issue citations for traffic violations
- Investigate crimes, gather evidence, and interview witnesses
- Arrest individuals suspected of criminal activity
- Prepare detailed reports on incidents, arrests, and investigations
- Provide assistance and support to victims of crime
- Collaborate with other law enforcement agencies on joint operations
- Conduct community outreach programs to educate the public on crime prevention
```Qualifications```
- High school diploma or equivalent (some positions may require a college degree)
- Completion of a certified police academy training program
- Valid driver's license with a clean driving record
- Strong communication skills, both written and verbal
- Ability to remain calm and make quick decisions in high-pressure situations
- Knowledge of laws, regulations, and procedures related to law enforcement
- Ability to handle firearms safely and proficiently
- CPR certification (or willingness to obtain)
- Experience in criminal investigation or loss prevention is a plus
- Animal handling experience or certification is a plus
Join our team of dedicated professionals and make a difference in your community as a Police Officer. We offer competitive salaries, comprehensive benefits packages, ongoing training opportunities, and the chance to serve and protect others. Apply today to start your rewarding career in law enforcement!
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $58,240.00 - $78,624.00 per year
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Dependent health insurance coverage
- Employee assistance program
- Employee discount
- Flexible spending account
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Military leave
- Paid time off
- Professional development assistance
- Referral program
- Relocation assistance
- Retirement plan
- Tuition reimbursement
- Uniform allowance
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
- 12 hour shift
- Day shift
- Overnight shift
Work Location: In person
Salary : $58,240 - $78,624
