What are the responsibilities and job description for the Police Officer position at Village of Dolgeville?
Job Overview
As a Police Officer, you will play a vital role in maintaining public safety and enforcing laws within the community. This position requires a commitment to serving the public with integrity, professionalism, and respect. You will be responsible for patrolling assigned areas, responding to emergencies, and engaging with community members to foster trust and cooperation.
Duties
- Patrol assigned areas to deter and detect criminal activity.
- Respond promptly to calls for service, including emergencies and non-emergencies.
- Conduct thorough investigations of crimes, accidents, and incidents.
- Prepare detailed reports documenting incidents, investigations, and arrests.
- Manage conflicts effectively using conflict management techniques.
- Enforce laws and ordinances while ensuring the rights of individuals are respected.
- Engage in community policing efforts to build relationships with residents.
- Handle animals in distress or involved in incidents as needed.
- Collaborate with other law enforcement agencies during investigations or operations.
- Participate in ongoing training to maintain law enforcement certification and skills.
Experience
Candidates should possess relevant experience or training in law enforcement practices. A certificate in conflict management or criminal investigation is preferred. Skills in report writing, driving under various conditions, and loss prevention are advantageous. Experience with animal handling or care may also be beneficial for specific assignments within the department. The ideal candidate will demonstrate a strong commitment to public service and possess the ability to work effectively under pressure while maintaining composure.
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time
Pay: $840.00 - $1,123.60 per week
Expected hours: 4 – 40 per week
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- 457(b)
- Credit union membership
- Employee assistance program
- Employee discount
- Flexible spending account
- Health savings account
- Life insurance
- Parental leave
- Professional development assistance
- Referral program
- Relocation assistance
- Tuition reimbursement
Schedule:
- 10 hour shift
- 12 hour shift
- 4 hour shift
- 8 hour shift
- Day shift
- Evening shift
- Holidays
- Monday to Friday
- Morning shift
- Night shift
- On call
- Overnight shift
- Overtime
- Rotating shift
- Rotating weekends
- Weekends as needed
Experience:
- Military: 1 year (Preferred)
- Leadership: 1 year (Preferred)
Experience:
- Military: 1 year (Preferred)
- Leadership: 1 year (Preferred)
Ability to Commute:
- Dolgeville, NY 13329 (Required)
Ability to Relocate:
- Dolgeville, NY 13329: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location: In person
Salary : $840 - $1,124