The Police Officer enforces federal, state, and local laws and protects life and property. This is a sworn position and will require the ability to perform basic patrol officer functions.

Patrols an assigned zone in order to detect and deter criminal activity and traffic violations;
Issues citations;
Completes zone checks for assigned zones;
Responds to calls relayed by communications officers, including domestic disputes, assaults, burglaries, traffic accidents, lost or missing persons searches, public service duties, stranded motorists, and others;
Conducts preliminary investigations into traffic accidents, crimes, and other incidents, including interviewing victims, complainants and witnesses, gathering information and evidence, securing crime scenes, and performs basic crime scene processing;
Performs preliminary investigative work to include taking pictures, collecting statements, and lifting fingerprints;
Apprehends, arrests, and processes offenders, including fugitives;
Provides assistance and backup support to other officers and emergency service providers as necessary;
Provides first aid and CPR to victims as necessary and assists motorists;
Provides traffic direction and escort services as needed for events such as parades, funerals, ball games, and school crossings;
Testifies in judicial proceedings as necessary;
Completes all required reports and forms, including accident and incident reports;
Inspects and maintains an assigned patrol car, uniform, and equipment;
Prepares and serves criminal warrants;
Attends ongoing training classes as required;
Performs Bailiff duties for Municipal Court;

High School Diploma or GED;
Or equivalent training, education, and/or experience; and
Valid State of Georgia Driver’s License;

Applicants will be disqualified if they have a felony conviction, a family violence conviction, current illegal drug use, or tattoos/branding on the head, face, or ears. Tattoos to the neck/behind the ear will be considered on a case-by-case basis.
The selected candidate must complete the following requirements prior to starting work with the City of Statesboro:

Background Investigation (includes the applicant's work history, criminal history, professional references, personal references, neighborhood references, and management of personal finances)
Psychiatric Evaluation and Polygraph Exam
Pre-Employment Urinalysis
Pre-Employment Physical

Statesboro, City of (GA)

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