Police - Patrol Officer

RESPONSIBILITIES

 Enforce the laws and ordinances of the City of Olive Branch
 Perform routine patrol of the assigned area of operation on foot, bicycle, personal transport (Segway), or by other
patrol vehicle, including City Hall, Municipal Court Building, and the businesses of the “Old Towne” area.
 Conduct background checks of potential civilian employees of city departments
 Provide bank escorts for employees of City Hall and the Municipal Court
 Conduct a thorough investigation of all offenses within the area of assignment
 Maintain visible police presence to the public to help prevent and/or suppress criminal activity
 Assist with traffic management and enforce traffic laws
 Keep daily log of shift activities and perform shift reports
 Check and file official reports of accidents, incidents, and other reports
 Support investigating units; assist with crime prevention activities and programs
 Perform inspection and light maintenance on equipment
 Prepare and deliver affidavits, subpoenas, warrants and city aldermen packets as requested
 Perform other duties as directed
 Regular in Person Attendance

REQUIREMENTS/KNOWLEDGE

 Ability to work in all-weather conditions
 High school diploma, or equivalent education
 Must be available to work days, nights, weekends, holidays, and be on call
 Must meet all minimum requirements for a law enforcement officer as set forth by the Mississippi Board of Peace
Officer Standards and Training.
 Standards and regulations concerning employee safety
 Ability to coordinate several tasks concurrently and prioritize daily workflow
 Federal and state statues concerning the work of the department
 Good mathematical skills, including addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division
 Communicate effectively with residents elected officials, other city employees, and contractors – both in verbal
and written communication
 General functions and operations of municipal government
 Knowledge of the use of various pieces of office equipment, including computers, photocopiers, facsimile
machines, calculators, etc.
 Meet specified/required deadlines to include making decisions within specified time restraints
 Maintain confidentiality
 Analytical and problem-solving skills
 General knowledge of the layout of the City of Olive Branch
 Work autonomously when necessary and as a good team member as well
 Follow departmental and City policies and procedures
 Valid driver’s license with an acceptable driver history (CDL a plus)
 Maintain professional composure in heated situations
Interested applicants who meet the basic qualifications and requirements should provide a completed Police job
application to Vicki Damron, Human Resource Director, 9200 Pigeon Roost, Olive Branch, MS. 38654.