What are the responsibilities and job description for the Task Force Officer position at City of Lebanon?
TASK FORCE OFFICER
Job Overview:
The City of Lebanon Police Department is seeking a dedicated and highly motivated Task Force Officer to join our team. This specialized role focuses on narcotics-related criminal investigations, involving undercover operations, surveillance, intelligence gathering, and crime scene processing. The successful candidate will collaborate with local, state, and federal law enforcement agencies to enforce narcotics laws and disrupt drug networks.
This position is grant-funded, and continued employment is contingent on ongoing grant funding, performance, and departmental needs.
Key Responsibilities:
- Conduct covert and overt narcotics investigations.
- Develop and maintain intelligence networks, including informants and law enforcement contacts.
- Perform surveillance and gather evidence for search and arrest warrants.
- Process crime scenes, ensuring the integrity of evidence collection and handling.
- Prepare and present cases in court, providing testimony as needed.
- Collaborate with law enforcement agencies and prosecutors on investigations.
- Operate surveillance and recording equipment.
- Apprehend, interview, and interrogate suspects and witnesses.
Qualifications & Requirements:
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- Graduate from an authorized state basic law enforcement academy or a minimum of two (2) years of active-duty military service with an honorable discharge.
What We Are Looking For:
- Strong investigative, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
- Ability to work independently with sound judgment and initiative.
- Proficiency in report writing, public speaking, and legal documentation.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to operate surveillance and technical equipment effectively.
- Capability to handle high-stress situations and maintain professionalism.
Application Process:
Interested candidates must pass a rigorous background check, pre-employment drug test, and periodic drug testing as required by law.
Apply today to be part of a dedicated law enforcement team committed to protecting and serving the community.
