District of Columbia Housing Authority is Hiring a Senior Police Officer Near Washington, DC
Description ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES
Assists newly sworn police officers with all facets of job orientation;
Patrols assigned area on foot, by motorcycle or in patrol car, to enforce laws, prevent and discover crimes, investigate crimes, maintain order, and answer calls and complaints;
Answers radio-dispatched or citizens' requests for police services at the scene of accidents, domestic disputes, law violations, and peace disturbances;
Familiarizes self with beat and with persons living in area;
Investigates illegal or suspicious activities, persons, and establishments; and quells disturbances;
Locates, searches, detains, and arrests law violators, following recognized police procedures;
Displays promptness for all duty assignments, i.e., roll call, and scheduled court hearings;
Interviews and questions victims, witnesses, and suspects;
Gathers and preserves evidence;
Performs first aid and provides other assistance to accident and other victims;
Investigates causes and results of incidents/accidents;
Directs and controls traffic;
Issues written citations for traffic and other minor violations;
Operates police communication and computer equipment to obtain, disseminate, and report information;
Attends community meetings to discuss crime prevention activities and crime problems;
Writes detailed incident, investigation, activity, and other reports;
Testifies in court to present evidence by describing conditions, situations, and actions;
Performs other related duties as assigned.
Minimum Requirements EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE Retired sworn Police Officer under the optional retirement of the Metropolitan Police Department Incumbent must:
Possess a valid driver's license prior to appointment and during tenure of employment.
Pass a medical examination, including being of proportionate weight and height.
Pass a psychological examination and drug-screening test.
Pass a thorough background investigation.
Possess a high moral character for carrying out law enforcement duties.