Job Purpose: Protects citizens by preventing crime; enforcing laws; apprehending suspects; monitoring traffic. Duties: * Prevents crime by explaining and enforcing applicable federal, state, and local laws and ordinances; teaching preventive, protective, and defensive tactics; mediating disputes; patrolling assigned area; responding to notices of disturbances; conducting searches; observing suspicious activities; detaining suspects. * Apprehends suspects by responding to complaints and calls for help; observing violations; making arrests. * Conducts criminal investigations by gathering evidence; interviewing victims and witnesses; interrogating suspects. * Documents observations and actions by radioing information; completing reports. * Reports observations and actions by testifying in court. * Fulfills court orders by serving warrants and commitments. * Maintains safe traffic conditions by monitoring and directing traffic; enforcing laws and ordinances; investigating accidents; providing escort; reporting unsafe streets and facilities. * Minimizes personal injury by rescuing and reviving victims; radioing for medical assistance. * Maintains operations by following department policies and procedures; recommending changes. * Ensures operation of equipment by practicing use; completing preventive maintenance requirements; following manufacturer's instructions; troubleshooting malfunctions; notifying supervisor of needed repairs; evaluating new equipment and techniques. * Maintains professional and technical knowledge by studying applicable federal, state, and local laws and ordinances; attending educational workshops; reviewing professional publications; practicing skills; participating in professional societies. * Contributes to team effort by accomplishing related results as needed. Skills/Qualifications: Decision Making, Legal Compliance, Handles Pressure, Deals with Uncertainty, Lifting, Physical Fitness, Judgment, Objectivity, Dependability, Emotional Control, Integrity