CITY OF ARKANSAS CITY

POLICE SERVICE OFFICER

Department:                Police                                                                                             Pay Range:  17

Division:                         N/A                                                                                                 Location:     Police Department

FLSA:                              Hourly, Non-Exempt                                                                   

Work Shift:                   Generally M-F / 7am-3:30pm unless otherwise necessary.  Must respond to calls and/or alter schedule to meet the needs of the position.                   

Work Status:                Full-Time

PCP Level:                     3 – Medium Work

KPERS:                         KPERS Covered Position                                                                                                          

Residency:                     None

Response Time:           45 Minutes                                                                                                                                                                                                                 

Cell Allowance:            Yes

City Manager Signature:            -ON FILE-                                                                      Date Approved: 12/19/13

GENERAL OVERVIEW OF POSITION AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Provide support for police services in animal control, evidence custody/tracking, municipal court, nuisance calls, and other related duties which do not require full police powers.  This particular position is subject to on-call status and may be required to work outside of normal working hours.

SUPERVISION RECEIVED

Works under the direction and supervision of the Detective Lieutenant.

SUPERVISION EXERCISED

None.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

Essential functions of the job may include but are not limited to the following:

Animal Control Duties

·         Patrols streets to locate stray animals (dangerous, nuisance or in danger), promptly captures animals and transports them to the Cowley County Humane Society Animal Shelter.

·         Responds to complaints concerning animal problems or violations of animal control ordinances.

·         Removes dead, injured or dangerous animals from streets, vet clinics and residential premises and disposes of them.

·         Traps wild or feral animals considered dangerous or a nuisance to the public.

·         Investigates animal bite reports, gathering and documenting information and facts through interviews and evidence collection.

·         Euthanizes injured and/or dangerous animals and disposes of carcasses.

·         Maintains records of City impounded animals housed at the Cowley County Humane Society Animal Shelter.

·         Compiles data regarding animal control, preparing accurate daily, monthly and annual reports of activities.

·         Investigates violations of animal control ordinances and refers violations to patrol for issuance of warnings or citations as required.

·         Appears in court to testify regarding animal control cases.

·         Coordinates a public relations program to foster public awareness of ordinances regarding animal control and humane treatment of animals, working closely with the media, public interest groups and businesses to promote improved care and control of animals.

·         Maintains normal availability by radio or telephone for consultation on major emergencies or precedent. 

·         Carries out duties in conformance with city, state, county, and federal laws and ordinances.

·         Maintains contact with police supervisory personnel to coordinate investigation activities.

·         Provides assistance during emergency situations and provides general information about Department activities.

Evidence Clerk Duties

·         Ensures evidence is properly marked, documented and packaged at the time of submission.

·         Enters evidence custody reports into the computer database in a timely fashion.

·         Separates and shelves evidence according to evidence type and requirements.

·         Maintains 100% accountability of evidence in custody.

·         Maintains 100% accountability of chain of custody.

·         Maintains 100% accountability of destroyed evidence.

·         Follows Police Department Policies, Protocols and Procedures as they relate to evidence collection/preservation and evidence room management.

·         Maintains a working knowledge of equipment and software.

·         Checks equipment on each shift and reports broken equipment or malfunctions.

·         Enters pawn/second hand goods dealers tickets and checks them against NCIC records.

·         Enters and maintains department records for juvenile holding according to JJA Rules and Regulations.

·         Delivers and retrieves evidence from the Kansas Bureau of Investigation Laboratory.

Municipal Court Duties

·         Assists persons with filling out required court paperwork.

·         Maintain courtroom decorum such as having persons remove hats/caps and other head coverings before allowing them to take a seat in the courtroom as well as ensure all cell phones are turned off.

·         Assure defendants found guilty of an A/B misdemeanor are fingerprinted and the necessary paperwork is completed.

·         Assist with controlling and/or removing irate or disruptive persons if/when necessary.

·         Conduct PBT, at the judge’s request, to test a defendant’s breath alcohol level.

·         Contact the Police Department to take persons into custody ordered arrested by the judge. Be prepared to detain them with handcuffs and maintain visual contact with them until an officer arrives.

·         Oversees deferrals, jail sentences, probations, pre-sentence matters, failures, and probationers when in violation of their probation guidelines and writes arrest and detain orders when appropriate.

Reporting Duties

·         Take minor police reports where there is minimal possibility of danger.

·         Take minor police reports from citizens who walk into the police department.

·         Document misc. issues and incidents as instructed by a supervisor.

Code Enforcement

·         Periodically patrols or inspects the City at-large to monitor violations of local codes.

·         Responds to complaints of potential code violations relating to property maintenance, nuisance and public safety code related matters.

·         Conducts investigations of potential violations and makes findings known to the Neighborhood Services Superintendent.

·         Meets with owners, tenants, contractors, developers, businesses, etc., to review and explain the basic code requirements and violations or potential violations.

·         Provides information to persons requesting information or assistance in code enforcement matters.

·         Maintains a variety of logs and records related to inspection and enforcement activities.

·         Prepares reports of activities and investigations made for use by Neighborhood Services.

·         Assists in obtaining, enhancing, preparing or presenting exhibits or other evidence in court, including taking photographs of violations, as required.

·         Perfoms all duties in conformance to appropriate safety and security standards.

NON-ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

·         Serves as a member of various employee committees.

·         Attending meetings, trainings and seminars.

·         Perform other duties as assigned.

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES

·         Some knowledge of law enforcement principles, procedures, techniques, and equipment.

·         A working knowledge of animal restraint and care techniques.

·         Some skill in operating the tools and equipment used in animal control, courtroom control and evidence processing.

·         Ability to learn Police Department Policies, Protocols and Procedures and state statutes as they relate to evidence collection/preservation and evidence room management.

·         Ability to learn all applicable laws, ordinances, standards and regulations relating to animal control, property maintenance, nuisance and public safety codes.

·         Ability to learn all applicable Police Department rules and regulations.

·         Communicate effectively both orally and in writing.

·         Establish and maintain effective working relationships with other employees, supervisors and the public;

·         Exercise sound judgment in evaluating situations and in making decisions;

·         Follow verbal and written instructions;

·         Learn the City's geography and demonstrate that knowledge.

·         Skill in handling stressful situations and effectively dealing with difficult or angry people.

·         Demonstrate the ability to be certified to carry and deploy less than lethal weapons such as OC Spray (mace) and Taser.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

·         High school diploma or acceptable equivalent.

·         Must be at least 18 years of age.

·         Complete, within 12 months of hire, training and certification with the International Association of Property and Evidence custodians.

·         Complete, within 12 months of hire, NCIC training and certification.

·         Complete, within 12 months of hire, training and certification with the Kansas Animal Control Association.

·         Complete, within 18 months of hire, Taser and OC Spray certification. 

·         Complete, within 18 months of hire, the Police Service Officer Field Training Program.

·         Complete the Kansas Law Enforcement Training Center 80 Hour Part-Time academy at the first available

opportunity after hire.

CERTIFICATION(S)/LICENSE(S)

·         Possess a valid driver’s license with a safe driving record as determined by the employer. 

·         Must not have a recent record of suspension or revocation of driver’s license in any state.

PRE-EMPLOYMENT TESTING

The following pre-employment testing shall be conducted and successfully completed by the employee:

·         Completed application

·         Written test

·         Polygraph examination

·         Psychological examination

·         Physical Capacity Profile – Level 3

·         Drug screen

·         Alcohol testing

·         Criminal history background checks

TOOLS AND EQUIPMENT USED

Patrol vehicle, handgun and other weapons as required, mace, taser, animal capture and tranquilizing drugs and equipment, police radio, first aid equipment, personal computer, mobile data terminal, evidence scanning equipment, Live Scan equipment, telephone, copy machine, fax machine and e-ticketing device.

WORK ENVIRONMENT AND CONDITIONS

Work environment characteristics described here represent those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of the job.  While performing the duties of this job, the employee often works in outside weather conditions and is occasionally exposed to wet and/or humid conditions, extreme cold, extreme heat, fumes or airborne particles, toxic or caustic chemicals. May come into contact with individuals of a dangerous nature.  Will come in contact with animals, some of which may be dangerous or vicious. 

 ESSENTIAL PHYSICAL FUNCTIONS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. 

 Must meet Level 3 in Department of Labor’s Dictionary of Titles – Medium Work exerting 20-50 pounds of force occasionally, and/or 10 – 25 pounds of force frequently, and/or greater than negligible 10 pounds or force constantly.          While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to sit and talk or hear.  The employee is occasionally required to stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls; reach with hands and arms; climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl; and taste or smell.  The employee may be required to run, jump, and engage in aggressive physical contact in the pursuit, capture, restraint, and arrest of criminals and alleged violators.  Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.

LIFTING

CARRYING

PUSHING/PULLING

REACHING

OTHER PHYSICAL DEMANDS

SEEING:

HEARING/TALKING:

Co-workers and members of the public

ENVIRONMENTAL/ATMOSPHERIC CONDITIONS:

COGNITIVE & BEHAVIORAL CAPACITIES

GENERAL COMMENTS

I, __________________________________________, have read and understand the information contained herein.

                                (Print Name)    

_________________________________________________                              _______________________

                               Signature                                                                                                  Date