The purpose of this classification is attend training in the protection of life and property, response to the needs of the general public, deterring criminal activity within the community, enforcement of city statutes, ordinances and the laws and regulations of the state. This classification is intended to be a temporary assignment for new employees prior to certification: incumbents do not act in the capacity of a sworn law enforcement officer and are under the direct supervision of a field training officer.

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The following duties are normal for this position.  The omission of specific statements of the duties does not exclude them from the classification if the work is similar, related, or a logical assignment for this classification.  Other duties may be required and assigned.

Attends training sessions and seminars as required to gain skills and knowledge regarding department operations, job performance, and policies, procedures, codes, and criminal/civil case law; reads professional literature and training materials; obtains and maintains professional affiliations.

Inspects and maintains police vehicles, uniform, weapons, and equipment; transports vehicles; performs minor repairs and clean-up, etc. as assigned.

Follows safety procedures, utilizes safety equipment, and monitors work environment to ensure safety of employees and other individuals; performs driving functions in a safe and efficient manner under various conditions.

Answers the telephone; provides information; takes and relays messages and/or direct calls to appropriate personnel; returns calls as necessary.

Performs research functions as needed; researches criminal histories and location of individuals via computer.

Maintains records, logs, and files of work activities; maintains current manuals, policies/procedures, bulletins, map books, and other materials for reference and/or review.

Prepares or completes various forms, reports, correspondence, logs, checklists, complaint forms, impound forms, diagrams, booking sheets, lessons, tests, or other documents.

Receives various forms, reports, correspondence, logs, criminal history reports, warrants, subpoenas, summonses, templates, diagrams, laws, codes, ordinances, policies, procedures, maps, bulletins, manuals, reference materials, or other documentation; reviews, completes, processes, forwards or retains as appropriate.

Operates a variety of standard and specialized machinery, equipment, and tools associated with law enforcement, which may include a police vehicle, standard/emergency vehicles, firearms, taser, chemical weapons, emergency equipment, radar/laser equipment, radio/communications equipment, alcohol testing equipment, drug testing kits, processing kits, handcuffs, baton, flashlight, metal detector, measuring devices, camera, video camera, video cassette recorder, tape recorder, television, overhead projector, lighting equipment, casting materials, and hand tools.

Communicates with supervisors, officers, employees, law enforcement agencies, outside agencies, and other individuals as needed to obtain information, coordinate activities, review status of work, exchange information, or resolve problems.

Operates a personal computer, general office equipment or other equipment as necessary to complete essential functions, to include the use of word processing, database, desktop publishing, computer-aided drawing, or other software programs.

Performs other related duties as required, requested and assigned.

High school diploma or GED; some public relations experience in a similar police/law enforcement or related environment preferred; or any equivalent combination of education, training, and experience which provides the requisite knowledge, skills, and abilities for this job.  Must possess and maintain a valid South Carolina driver’s license.  Must be at least 21-years of age.  Must be a U.S. Citizen.  Must obtain and maintain valid the following certifications: South Carolina Criminal Justice Academy Basic Law Enforcement.  Must be trained in CPR.  Must be qualified to operate a firearm. May be required to attain and maintain other certifications as related to assignment.

Physical Ability:   Tasks require the ability to exert moderate, though not constant physical effort, typically involving some combination of climbing and balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, and crawling, and which may involve some lifting, carrying, pushing and/or pulling of objects and materials of moderate weight (12-20 pounds).

Sensory Requirements:  Some tasks require the ability to perceive and discriminate colors or shades of colors, sounds, taste, odor, depth, texture, and visual cues or signals.  Some tasks require the ability to communicate orally.

Environmental Factors:  Performance of essential functions may require exposure to adverse environmental conditions, such as dirt, dust, pollen, odors, wetness, humidity, rain, fumes, smoke, temperature and noise extremes, traffic hazards, bright/dim lights, firearms, water hazards, violence, or rude/irate customers.