Grand Rapids Police Department, MI

Patrol: The purpose of this job is to provide police services to the general public and patrol city streets to provide protection of its citizens. Enforces city ordinances and state laws. Offers professional police presence where needed and requested. Interviews complaints, suspects, and witnesses to criminal activity. Testifies in criminal, civil, or administrative court cases when required. Community Policing: The purpose of this job is to serve and protect life and property of those within the city limits of Grand Rapids. Enforces laws and ordinances. Works with citizens to address problems and improves police and community relations. Tactical: The purpose of this job is to perform tactical operations throughout the city. Responsible for Patrol Officer duties in any capacity needed or requested throughout the City, which includes special events, foot, bike, uniformed or plainclothes and Segway patrols.Minimum Training and ExperienceMust be at least 18 years of age.Must have a valid driver's license and be able to obtain a Michigan Driver's license by date of hire.Must have a high school diploma or GED.US citizenshipSome experience involves communicating with people under varying circumstances.Candidates for positions in this class are required to meet initial employment requirements as established by the Civil Service Board.Must take and receive a passing score on the Grand Rapids Civil Service Exam for Police Officers.

GENERAL SUMMARYPatrol: The purpose of this job is to provide police services to the general public and patrol city streets to provide protection of its citizens. Enforces city ordinances and state laws. Offers professional police presence where needed and requested. Interviews complaints, suspects, and witnesses to criminal activity. Testifies in criminal, civil, or administrative court cases when required. Community Policing: The purpose of this job is to serve and protect life and property of those within the city limits of Grand Rapids. Enforces laws and ordinances. Works with citizens to address problems and improves police and community relations. Tactical: The purpose of this job is to perform tactical operations throughout the city. Responsible for Patrol Officer duties in any capacity needed or requested throughout the City, which includes special events, foot, bike, uniformed or plainclothes and Segway patrols.ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIESThe intent of this job description is to provide a representative summary of the major duties and responsibilities performed by employees in this job. Employees may be requested to perform job-related tasks other than those specifically presented in this description. When assigned to Patrol:Patrols areas of the city in a patrol car, on foot, bike, Segway or horse watching for crime or suspicious activity, waiting for calls for service and monitoring traffic for violationsInvestigates serious injury or fatal accidents; responds to scene, collects evidence, accounts for key features, conducts interviews and follow ups, obtains search or arrest warrants and submits complete reportEnforces traffic violations (car and motorcycle) and follow-up to Hit and Run/ DWLS and related vehicle crimesConducts lawful searchesConducts business contacts and bar checks; providing a highly visible and professional appearanceAssists crime victimsEngages with residents, neighborhoods and social services to get residents help they needCompletes all required reportsTestifies in courtWhen assigned to Community Policing:Responds to various types of calls for service, including active shooters, domestics, criminal sexual conduct, weapon offenses, armed robberies, home invasions, medicals, hazmat and mental pickupsPerforms criminal investigations; identifies suspects, victims and witnesses. Gathers statements and provides follow up to prevent recurrenceEnforces traffic laws and ordinances and applies them to incidents involving traffic, bicycles and pedestrians; issues misdemeanor or civil ticketsCompletes sobriety tests and initial breath testsProvides community policing visiting schools, neighborhoods, churches, businesses, bars and hospitals; works with Adult and Child Protective ServicesResponds to medical, CPR and basic first aid callsProvides safe environment for special eventsWorks with other agencies as neededWhen Assigned to Tactical:Performs tactical operations throughout the CityPerforms self-initiated crime suppression based on Department service referrals and city-wide violent crime suppressionProvides high-risk Warrant ServiceMaintains all Special Response Team and Department-wide training standards (physical fitness, firearms (shotgun, handgun, patrol carbine, scoped rifle, less lethal, chemical munitions, defensive tactics))Provides tactical support for specialized units and other agencies (Detective Unit, State/Federal Agencies, VICE unit, neighboring agencies) Completes high-risk K9 operations (tactical operations, high-risk K9 tracks)Responds to critical incidentsPerforms unconventional patrol operations via foot, bicycle, Segway Conducts plain clothes (undercover) operations via unmarked vehiclesMonitors large crowds and special events to suppress large-scale threatsMaintains assigned equipmentPerforms related work as requiredCOMPETENCIES FOR SUCCESSFUL PERFORMANCE OF JOB DUTIESRequired Education and ExperienceHigh school diploma (or GED equivalent)Knowledge of:Legal terminology and court proceduresModern office procedures, methods and computer equipmentRelevant federal and state criminal laws and traffic codes, search and seizure laws, city ordinances, and departmental policies and procedureCourt system and judicial proceduresFirst aid and CPR techniquesCriminal, seizure, administrative and case lawCriminal law, police procedure and vehicle operationGeographic area of the CityLocal, state and federal LawsMicrosoft Word and OutlookUD10Skill in:Interpersonal skills necessary to develop and maintain effective and appropriate working relationshipsPerforming a variety of duties, often changing from one task to another of a different naturePerforming basic mathematical functions such as addition, subtraction, multiplication, division, percentages, and ratiosOperation of computers, digital cameras, car video, electronic ticket writers, car video system, license plate readers and proper collection of cell phones to maintain evidenceOperation of police vehicles and emergency equipmentTime managementJudgment and problem solvingVerbal, written and listening communicationCommunity relationsAbility to:Meet schedules and deadlines of the workUnderstand and carry out oral and written directionsAccurately organize and maintain paper documents and electronic filesMaintain the confidentiality of information and professional boundariesInput and retrieve information from a computerCommunicate in an effective manner verbally, in writing, and interpersonally with diverse groups of peopleDeal tactfully with the public and provide effective and efficient services with courtesy, responsiveness, and competenceExercise sound judgment, maintain composure in stressful situations, and perform duties with concern for the safety of self and othersEndure verbal and mental abuse when confronted with individuals in a hostile or antagonistic environment while exercising authorityWork effectively as an individual and team memberMonitor police radioWork with social servicesRespond to various types of callsApproach scenes in a safe mannerRecognize, protect and recover evidenceUse appropriate type of forcePursue and apprehend criminal offendersDirect trafficAttend various types of trainingDetermine if manner of response is emergency or non-emergencyTransport and process criminals at correctional facilitiesExecute warrantsMake homeless checks during inclement weather