Police Officer

Police Officer

The Police Officer is responsible for the protection of life and property, prevention of crimes, apprehension of criminals, and the general enforcement of laws and ordinances. Duties normally consist of routine patrol, preliminary investigations, and traffic regulation in order to provide a safe environment for citizens and visitors. Must respond and engage in calls for service, ranging from friendly assists to highly stressful and dangerous situations. In certain cases as assigned, the incumbent is responsible for training probationary officers. The Police Officer is involved with regular and irregular shift work and shift rotations necessary to provide police services 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, 52 weeks a year (weekends and holidays included). Safety / Security Sensitive Designation : This position is classified as safety / security sensitive under the Arkansas Medical Marijuana Amendment and is therefore subject to random drug and alcohol testing. To apply all interested candidates must :

• Submit a completed City of Springdale application.
• Register for a Law Enforcement - Frontline National test through the National Testing Network (NTN) at https : / / www.nationaltestingnetwork.com / publicsafetyjobs / . During the registration process, select "Springdale Police Department" to receive your test results.

Please contact the SPD Training Division with any questions : (479)756-8200 or pdtraining@springdalear.gov

Job duties include :

Field Training Duties (when assigned) : Comprehend and utilize various strategies, tactics, and training to protect the public, fellow officers, and self in constantly changing environments and situations. Communicate effectively with a wide range of persons, to include witnesses, victims, suspects, fellow officers, supervisors, dispatchers, and the general public by use of various communication methods. Train probationary officers. Attempt to correct any observed deficiencies and evaluate the probationary officers' observed performance as required on a daily, weekly, and monthly basis. Prepare reports in regards to the probationary officer's performance.

Investigations Duties (when assigned) : Conduct investigations by following up on investigative leads. Conduct interviews of suspects, victims, and witnesses, and make arrests when necessary. Train and assist other officers in the investigation process, including the gathering and safeguarding of evidence. Serve on specialized task force(s) as assigned. Work an on-call duty schedule and respond to a crime scene as notified. Process crime scene (lift prints, photograph scenes and evidence, conduct crucial interviews on scene, etc.).

School Resource Officer Duties (when assigned) : Perform daily security checks and monitor activity on campus in an effort to ensure the welfare, safety, and security of over 17,000 students and faculty in the school district. Communicate with students and school administrators concerning sensitive issues and resolve issues or conflicts. Assist school administrators with policies and procedures; assist with home visits as needed. Teach students and faculty about a large range of law enforcement topics. Patrol assigned campus and monitor all activities. Attend all extra-curricular activities of the school; attend parent-teacher conferences as needed. Participate in yearly charitable events; install car seats for the public. Assist with the Law and Public Safety Academy, the Child ID Program, and perform Youth Academy recruiting, instruction, and research community projects. Attend community based athletic leagues involving camps, for security and public speaking. Schedule off duty security detail for athletic events. Attend other schools as a guest speaker for bicycle safety, and speak on topics related to gangs, drugs and alcohol, etc. Work as a liaison between the Springdale Police Department, Springdale School District, and the Juvenile Court System. Initiate reports and investigate crimes that occur in the Springdale School District.

Background Investigator (when assigned) : Conduct applicant testing; prepare testing facility, assist with written tests, assist with physical agility tests, and prepare for Civil Service interviews. Attend recruiting events to promote current openings within the Springdale Police Department. Perform background investigations; meet with applicants to give them forms, review forms, conduct home visits, send and receive reference letters, and compile information. Perform applicant interviews; arrange and prepare for interviews, oversee interview process, and calculate results. Coordinate pre-employment exams; arrange and schedule polygraph exams, drug screening, medical exams, and physical exams. Perform and coordinate new hire procedures; sign required paperwork, discuss policies and procedures, complete CLEST and ALETA paperwork, firearms, etc.

Court Bailiff Duties (when assigned) : Ensure the judge is properly announced and provide security throughout the court session to safeguard the judge and maintain courtroom order, assisting Building Security personnel as needed. Prepare court room for arraignments, trials, small claims, and civil court. Distribute and collect paperwork from defendants in court. As requested by the judge or prosecutor's office, make arraignments for