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Adopted: 5/3/2005 <br /> Revised: ??? <br /> City of Pequot Lakes <br /> Job Description <br /> Job Title: Police Officer <br /> Department: Police <br /> Supervisor: Police Sergeant <br /> Positions Supervised: None <br /> Position Summary: <br /> General Statement of Duties: Performs responsible police work involving the protection <br /> and safety of the community through prevention and control of crime, preserving peace, <br /> regulating traffic, and providing emergency services; and performs related duties as <br /> required. <br /> Supervision Received: Works under the general and technical supervision of the Police <br /> Chief/Deputy Police Chief Police Sergeant. The next higher supervisor shall be the <br /> Police Chief. <br /> Job Duties: <br /> • Patrols the community to enforce laws, detect and prevent crime, and protect life <br /> and property. <br /> • Embraces community orientated policing concepts by working alongside <br /> community members and striving for methods to enhance community <br /> partnerships. <br /> • Apprehends and arrests law violators,prepares written reports of crimes, and <br /> assists in prosecution of law violators. <br /> • Collects and preserves evidence; may take pictures. <br /> • Investigates crimes and accidents; informs Police Sergeant/Chief/Deputy Chief of <br /> felony investigations. <br /> • Enforces traffic laws, operates radar, and writes violations. <br /> • Responds to accident and fire scenes; administers first aid until more qualified <br /> personnel arrive on the scene; directs traffic flow; and assists with the transport of <br /> patients, if needed. <br /> • Testifies in court as arresting officer. <br /> • Interviews witnesses and victims and takes their statements; interrogates suspects. <br /> • Transports prisoners and suspects to county for DMT test administration, <br /> interrogation, and/or booking. <br /> S:\Administration\Employees\Job Descriptions\Revisions\2016\Police Officer-FT 2016.doc <br />