Law Enforcement Officer (LEO)

JOB DESCRIPTION Patrol Officer GENERAL STATEMENT OF JOB Performs assigned duties of the position for the Batesburg-Leesville Police Department and responds to calls for service; enforces all local, federal and state laws relating to public safety and welfare. Works under stressful, high-risk conditions. ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS Enforces all local, federal and state laws relating to public safety and welfare; performs all duties in compliance with applicable policies, procedures, laws, regulations and standards of safety. Performs routine patrol duties, including but not limited to patrolling assigned areas within the Town of Batesburg-Leesville, responding to emergency calls and/or calls for assistance, maintaining order and public safety, apprehending and arresting law violators and criminal suspects, issuing traffic citations/summonses, as well as transporting prisoners and mental patients. Assists with criminal investigations. Interviews witnesses, complainants, and victims; gathers physical evidence and preserves it for court; provides case follow-up as needed. Prepares cases for prosecution; provides court testimony as necessary. Participates in special operations as assigned. Provides courtroom security as assigned. Maintains assigned equipment and vehicles. Participates in public relations efforts as necessary to maintain a cooperative and positive relationship between the Batesburg-Leesville Police Department and the community. Attends periodic training sessions; maintains required level of proficiency in the use of firearms. Prepares various documents including incident reports, accident reports, investigative reports, pursuit reports, warrants, subpoenas, and other supporting documentation. Refers to policy and procedure manuals, codes, regulations, laws, maps, statutes, and training manuals. Operates/uses a variety of police equipment, which may include a police vehicle, firearms, Datamaster, traffic radar; operates various types of office equipment, machinery and tools in the performance of duties such as a computer, printer, radio equipment, telephones, audio recorder, video recorder, fax machine, and copier. JOB SPECIFICATIONS AND QUALIFICATIONS Knowledge: Policies, procedures and methods of the Batesburg-Leesville Police Department and the Town of Batesburg-Leesville; Structure, functions and inter-relationships of state and local law enforcement agencies; Up-to-date law enforcement procedures; Firearms, automotive, radio and other law enforcement equipment; Legal rights of accused persons and law enforcement; Criminal behavior and methods of operation; Civil process; Other Town departments to communicate with their representatives as necessary in carrying out duties and responsibilities; Layout of local roads and of the locations and characteristics of the various neighborhoods; Standard tools, materials and practices of the trade; Occupational hazards and safety precautions of the trade. Skills: Operation and care of firearms; Comprehension, interpretation and application of regulations, procedures and related information; Basic mathematics; Reacting quickly to emergency situations; Written and verbal communication via in-person, phone and email contact. Education/Experience: High School diploma or equivalent, with no experience required. Licensing and Certifications: Valid South Carolina Drivers License; Class I Law Enforcement Certification from the South Carolina Criminal Justice Academy Working Conditions / hysical Requirements: Exerting up to 100 pounds of force occasionally, up to 50 pounds of force frequently, and/or up to 20 pounds of force constantly having to move objects. Positions in this class typically require talking, hearing, seeing, touching, grasping, standing, walking, repetitive motions, stooping, kneeling, crouching, reaching, climbing, balancing, pushing, pulling, and lifting. Positions in this class may be exposed to moving mechanical parts, odors, dusts, poor ventilation, chemicals, oils, extreme temperatures, inadequate lighting, intense noises, gases, workspace restrictions, and vibrations.