What are the responsibilities and job description for the Patrol Officer position at CALUMET COUNTY?
JOB REQUIREMENTS: Essential Duties & Responsibilities: Enforces County
ordinances and state and federal laws; and serves and protects
individuals, their rights and property. Safely operates department
vehicles while patrolling roads, highways and other public and private
areas in Calumet County, to preserve the peace and enforce laws;
investigates and responds to suspicious or unlawful activities or
requests assignment of another officer when individual response is not
possible. Issues traffic and ordinance citations. Promptly responds to
both emergency and non-emergency calls for service and complaints of
disputes, disturbances and alleged unlawful activity; assesses and
brings situations under control; intervenes, mediates and assists in
resolving citizen complaints; and takes appropriate action to enforce
applicable laws. Directs and controls traffic; provides assistance and
escorts at special events; and maintains security in courtrooms and
designated public buildings, as directed. Pursues, apprehends, searches,
and arrests suspects using only necessary physical force. Maintains
security of all persons in their custody; prevents individuals from
injuring themselves or others by using physical restraint or appropriate
weapons; transports suspects to County jail; and advises suspects of
their rights, as needed. Responds to and investigates traffic crashes,
including assessing extent of injuries, calling for emergency medical
assistance, administering first aid and/or CPR, photographing/video
taping and measuring crash scenes, taking statements from victims and
witnesses, directing removal of damaged vehicles, and ensuring area is
clear; and provides other assistance to crash and other victims or those
requesting or requiring assistance. Participates in formal investigation
of crimes, including, but not limited to: searching crime scenes;
collecting, preserving and protecting evidence according to prescribed
procedures; and interviewing suspects, witnesses, victims, and others as
needed during the investigative process. Conducts legal searches of
persons and property with and without a warrant. Serves various legal
documents, including, but not limited to: warrants, subpoenas,
summonses, court orders, notices of hearings, and other civil papers;
and returns documents to appropriate officials and courts. Testifies in
court to present evidence, as required. Maintains positive
communications between the department and community. Maintains records
and prepares detailed incident, investigation, activity, and other
reports. Attends prescribed in-service and/or training programs for
certification in specialized law enforcement areas as assigned or
required. May train and/or assist new Patrol Officers as assigned.
Performs other duties as assigned by the Sheriff or superior officer. It
is unlikely an employee will perform all the duties listed on a regular
basis, nor is the list exhaustive in the sense it covers all the duties
an employee may be required to perform. The examples are merely
indicative, not restrictive. Supervisory Responsibilities This job has
no supervisory responsibilities. \*\*\*\*\* OTHER EXPERIENCE AND
QUALIFICATIONS: Comprehensive knowledge of state and County laws and
departmental policies and procedures. Good knowledge of modern law
enforcement principals, procedures, techniques and equipment; skill in
the use of firearms and other protective equipment; and ability to
render first aid. Knowledge of highway classification and of the various
makes and types of motor vehicles. Ability to learn the geography of the
County. Ability to establish and maintain effective working relations
with other employees, County officials and officers, and the general
public. \*\*\*\*\* APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS: Apply Online:
www.calumetcounty.org Other: To apply, complete required online
application. Applications accepted until position filled. Equal
Opportunity Employer. ALUMET COUNTY 206 COURT ST CHILTON, WI 53014
Contact Email Address: Victoria.halbach@calumetcounty.org Company Web
Site: www.calumetcounty.org Contact Fax: (920) 849-1475
ordinances and state and federal laws; and serves and protects
individuals, their rights and property. Safely operates department
vehicles while patrolling roads, highways and other public and private
areas in Calumet County, to preserve the peace and enforce laws;
investigates and responds to suspicious or unlawful activities or
requests assignment of another officer when individual response is not
possible. Issues traffic and ordinance citations. Promptly responds to
both emergency and non-emergency calls for service and complaints of
disputes, disturbances and alleged unlawful activity; assesses and
brings situations under control; intervenes, mediates and assists in
resolving citizen complaints; and takes appropriate action to enforce
applicable laws. Directs and controls traffic; provides assistance and
escorts at special events; and maintains security in courtrooms and
designated public buildings, as directed. Pursues, apprehends, searches,
and arrests suspects using only necessary physical force. Maintains
security of all persons in their custody; prevents individuals from
injuring themselves or others by using physical restraint or appropriate
weapons; transports suspects to County jail; and advises suspects of
their rights, as needed. Responds to and investigates traffic crashes,
including assessing extent of injuries, calling for emergency medical
assistance, administering first aid and/or CPR, photographing/video
taping and measuring crash scenes, taking statements from victims and
witnesses, directing removal of damaged vehicles, and ensuring area is
clear; and provides other assistance to crash and other victims or those
requesting or requiring assistance. Participates in formal investigation
of crimes, including, but not limited to: searching crime scenes;
collecting, preserving and protecting evidence according to prescribed
procedures; and interviewing suspects, witnesses, victims, and others as
needed during the investigative process. Conducts legal searches of
persons and property with and without a warrant. Serves various legal
documents, including, but not limited to: warrants, subpoenas,
summonses, court orders, notices of hearings, and other civil papers;
and returns documents to appropriate officials and courts. Testifies in
court to present evidence, as required. Maintains positive
communications between the department and community. Maintains records
and prepares detailed incident, investigation, activity, and other
reports. Attends prescribed in-service and/or training programs for
certification in specialized law enforcement areas as assigned or
required. May train and/or assist new Patrol Officers as assigned.
Performs other duties as assigned by the Sheriff or superior officer. It
is unlikely an employee will perform all the duties listed on a regular
basis, nor is the list exhaustive in the sense it covers all the duties
an employee may be required to perform. The examples are merely
indicative, not restrictive. Supervisory Responsibilities This job has
no supervisory responsibilities. \*\*\*\*\* OTHER EXPERIENCE AND
QUALIFICATIONS: Comprehensive knowledge of state and County laws and
departmental policies and procedures. Good knowledge of modern law
enforcement principals, procedures, techniques and equipment; skill in
the use of firearms and other protective equipment; and ability to
render first aid. Knowledge of highway classification and of the various
makes and types of motor vehicles. Ability to learn the geography of the
County. Ability to establish and maintain effective working relations
with other employees, County officials and officers, and the general
public. \*\*\*\*\* APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS: Apply Online:
www.calumetcounty.org Other: To apply, complete required online
application. Applications accepted until position filled. Equal
Opportunity Employer. ALUMET COUNTY 206 COURT ST CHILTON, WI 53014
Contact Email Address: Victoria.halbach@calumetcounty.org Company Web
Site: www.calumetcounty.org Contact Fax: (920) 849-1475