Police Officer

City of Sky Valley, GA – Police Officer

The City of Sky Valley, GA is accepting applications for a full time Police Officer. Supervisor: Chief of Police

JOB SUMMARY

This position performs police work involving the protection of life and property, the enforcement of laws, and the investigation of crime.

MAJOR DUTIES

• Answers calls relayed by a dispatcher, to include domestic disputes, burglaries, suspicious characters, traffic accidents, etc.
• Patrols assigned geographical area of the city in order to monitor businesses, residences, and public areas.
• Writes reports and completes forms, including incident and accident reports.
• Apprehends and cites traffic law violators; directs traffic in congested areas as needed.
• Provides first aid and CPR as needed.
• Testifies in judicial proceedings when necessary.
• Assists other departmental units and other law enforcement agencies as requested.
• Secures and preserves the scenes of crimes and fatal traffic accidents until appropriate support units arrive and assists with investigation.
• Performs public service duties, such as assisting lost and stranded motorists, entering locked cars, providing transportation to citizens in need, etc.
• Arrests and takes prisoners into custody; processes persons arrested.
• Inspects weapons and patrol car, monitors patrol car maintenance.
• Performs other and related duties as assigned.

KNOWLEDGE REQUIRED BY THE POSITION

• Knowledge of city geography and road systems.
• Knowledge of local, state, and federal laws.
• Knowledge of departmental policies and procedures.
• Skill in the safe operation of a motor vehicle while monitoring area for suspicious and/or criminal activity and during emergency situations.
• Skill in first aid and CPR applications.
• Skill in oral and written communication.
• Skill in the use of firearms and other weapons and in the use of physical force.
• Skill in observing and accurately recalling details.
• Skill in operating a computer and other electronic devices.
• Skill in multi-tasking.
• Skill in making rapid judgment calls and in problem solving.

GUIDELINES

Guidelines include department policies and procedures and federal, state, and local laws.

COMPLEXITY/SCOPE OF WORK

• The work consists of varied duties related to the enforcement of local, state, and federal laws.
• Potentially dangerous and life-threatening situations contribute to the complexity of the position.
• The purpose of this position is to participate in law enforcement activities. Successful performance contributes to the efficiency of department operations.

CONTACTS

• Contacts are typically with co-workers, representatives of other departments, the general public, victims, witnesses, offenders, and representatives of federal, state, and local law enforcement and judicial agencies.
• Contacts are typically to give or exchange information, resolve problems, and provide services.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORK ENVIRONMENT

• The work is typically performed while intermittently sitting, standing, walking, bending, crouching, or stooping. The employee frequently lifts light and heavy objects, runs short distances, uses tools or equipment requiring a high degree of dexterity, and distinguishes between shades of color.
• The work is typically performed in an office, patrol car, and outdoors. The employee may be exposed to noise, machinery with moving parts, and occasional cold or inclement weather.
• Work requires the use of specialized law enforcement equipment.

SUPERVISORY AND MANAGEMENT RESPONSIBILITY

None.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• Knowledge and level of competency commonly associated with completion of specialized training in the field of work, in addition to basic skills typically associated with a high school education.
• Sufficient experience to understand the basic principles relevant to the major duties of the position, usually associated with the completion of an apprenticeship/internship or having had a similar position for one to two years.
• Possession of or ability to readily obtain a valid driver's license issued by the State of Georgia for the type of vehicle or equipment operated.
• Ability to meet current requirements set forth by the Police Standards and Training Council for the State of Georgia.

If you are interested in this position, please contact Chief Ron Baumes at or or visit or stop by city hall 3608 Hwy 246 Sky Valley, GA 30537 M-F between 8AM-4PM.

This position is open until filled.

ADMINISTRATION

Employee Classifications:

• City Manager
• City Clerk
• Deputy Clerk/Tax Commissioner – shared employee
• Communications Specialist

JUDICIAL

• Judicial Administration (Court Clerk) – shared employee

PUBLIC WORKS

• Roads Supervisor – shared employee
• Labor – 2 FT & 2 FT shared employees and seasonal employees as needed

PROMOTION AND TOURISM

• FT Visitor Center employee

HOUSING & DEVELOPMENT

• Building Inspection/Code Enforcement – 1 PT employee

PUBLIC SAFETY

• Police Administration (Chief)
• Patrol (Uniformed police patrol) – 3 FT & additional PT when needed

WATER

• Certified Water Operator
• Labor – 1 FT shared employee
• Utility Clerk – shared employee

SOLID WASTE

• Solid Waste Collection Supervisor – shared employee
• Labor – 1 PT and 2 FT shared employees

In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment verification document upon hire. The City of Sky Valley participates in E-Verify and will provide the Social Security Administration and, if necessary, the Department of Homeland Security, with information from each new employee's Form I-9 to confirm work authorization.

Employment Application

Employment Application (.pdf)

Employment Application–Certified Police Officer

Police Officer Employment Application (.pdf)

Affidavit of Lawful Immigration Status

Affidavit of Lawful Immigration )