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NATURE
OF WORK
This is functional police work involving the protection of
life and property, the apprehension of offenders through
preventative patrol, and enforcement of laws and ordinances.
Work involves the performance of routine police assignments
which are received from the Communications Center or supervisors.
Work normally consists of routine preventative patrol,
preliminary investigations, traffic regulation and in-depth
investigations as assigned, which may be performed in cruisers or
on bicycle or foot. Work
may involve an element of personal danger and employees must be
able to act without direct supervision and exercise discretionary
judgment in meeting emergencies.
Officers may receive special assignments which require
specialized abilities and knowledge acquired through training and
experience on the department.
Assignments and instructions are received from supervisors
who review work methods and results through reports, personal
observations and performance evaluation discussions.
Work is performed under the direction of the Commander of
the Patrol Division and is reviewed through the inspection of
related records and comprehensive performance evaluations.
EXAMPLES
OF WORK
Patrol
of designated geographic area of the town on foot, bicycle or in a
cruiser for the protection of life and property, the prevention of
crime, the detection and apprehension of offenders, and the
enforcement of traffic and parking regulations.
Answers
calls and complaints involving crimes, automobile accidents,
domestic disputes, traffic control and others involving both
misdemeanors and felonies.
Conducts
preliminary investigations and gathers and preserves evidence at
crime scenes, seeks and obtains witnesses, makes arrests, and
subsequently testifies as a prosecutorial witness in court.
Interviews
people with complaints, inquiring and attempting to initiate a
proper disposition or direct them to other appropriate
authorities.
Conducts
accident investigations, providing immediate care for the injured
and takes appropriate action to prevent further accidents;
interviews operators and witnesses; takes written and oral
statements; examines vehicles and roadways; observing traffic
control devices and obstructions to view; takes necessary
measurements and photographs; assures that the scene is clear of
obstructions and wreckage.
Inspects
restricted parking areas for violations and issues traffic tickets
for parking and moving violations; directs traffic whenever
necessary; participates in numerous types of escorts.
Maintains
activity reports; completes and submits required field reports on
special and assigned investigations.
Performs
related work as required.
REQUIREMENTS
OF WORK
Knowledge
of pertinent laws and ordinances, particularly the laws of arrest
and seizure.
Ability
to acquire knowledge in the principles of accident investigation
and the effective techniques of interrogation.
Ability to acquire considerable knowledge of the geography
and demography of the Town.
Ability to acquire knowledge of, and abide by,
the rules and regulations of the Police Department.
Ability to analyze situations quickly and objectively and
to determine the appropriate course of action to be taken.
Ability to acquire knowledge of the procedures governing
the preservation and seizure of evidence.
Ability to acquire knowledge and skill in the proper use
and care of firearms.
Ability
to deal with physical confrontations.
Ability
to enter dwellings through windows during emergencies requiring
the protection of life and property, and the ability to carry
injured people from vehicles and buildings.
Ability
to operate a motor vehicle for extended hours at a time.
Knowledge
of local ordinances and state laws related to law enforcement
actions.
Ability
to use appropriate discretion in resolving disputes.
Must
maintain valid police officer certification from the State of
Maine.
Must
possess a valid Maine operator's license.
Possess
accurate depth perception, as well as near/far vision of 20/40,
uncorrected or corrected.
Possess
the ability to hear within three feet and on the telephone.
Possess
fine motor dexterity in both hands required for computer use and
weapons handling.
Possess
the ability to walk and stand for long periods of time with
intermittent sitting or bending.
Ability
to run after alleged offenders in order to apprehend same or
assist another officer.
Ability
to jump over obstacles when running after offenders.
Ability
to carry required equipment on waist belt (i.e., firearm, cuffs,
chemical agents, ammunition, impact tool, and flashlight).
Ability
to maintain the necessary level of physical fitness and agility to
perform the essential functions of the job.
Possess
the ability to speak, read, and write English at a minimum of 12th
grade level.
Possess
the ability to deal courteously with the public and to establish
and maintain effective working relationships with other employees
and the public.
Possess
the ability to arrange and deal with tasks in order of importance.
Possess
the ability to accurately and quickly transfer information
received without transposition of figures or letters.
Possess
the ability to learn new tasks and to work independently.
Possess
the ability to follow both written and verbal instructions.
Possess
the ability to lift, push and pull supplies (up to 35 lbs.) and to
reach, open and close file cabinets.
Possess
the ability to express oneself in such a way that one is readily
and clearly understood both verbally and in writing.
Possess
the ability to keep varied records, to assemble and organize data,
and to prepare standard reports from such records.
Ability
to acquire proficiency on the use of a computer terminal, personal
computers, and related equipment.
DESIRABLE
EXPERIENCE AND TRAINING
High school diploma or equivalent required; associate or
bachelors degree preferred. Experience
in dealing with the public, good communication skills and computer
skills strongly preferred. must
be certifiable through training program for police officers
mandated by State statutes.
Patrol
Officer
July 19, 1996
Communications
Officer
Town
of Brunswick
The Town of
Brunswick is seeking an energetic team player for this
challenging and responsible position in our Police
Department. In this role, you will operate a complex
telecommunication system, transmitting and receiving
radio messages and responding to requests from citizens
by phone or in person for all public safety services
which includes enhanced 9-1-1. This is a rotating
40-hour per week position involving daytime, evening and
overnight shifts.
The
successful candidate must have a high school diploma or
GED, as well as experience and proficiency in the
use of computers. You must also have the ability to receive and disseminate
information accurately and without delay; maintain
composure during extremely demanding and potentially
stressful situations; and pay close attention to detail.
Prior experience preferred, but will train the
best candidate. The
successful candidate will obtain necessary certification
for a State of Maine PSAP.
Following review of applications, selected
candidates will be invited to a job specific
written/audio test.
This test will be administered on June
23, 2009. (Candidates
invited to test are not guaranteed employment).
The final candidate must pass an extensive
background check, hearing test, polygraph and
psychological exam.
This union position has a salary range of $14.51
to $17.29 per hour with a generous benefit package
including medical, dental, life and disability
insurances as well as multiple retirement plan choices,
paid vacations, compensatory time, personal time and
holidays.
An
application is required and available, with job
description, from the Human Resources Department, 28
Federal Street,
Brunswick, or on the Town website at www.brunswickme.org.
Deadline for applications is Friday, June 12,
2009 by 4:30 p.m.
The
Town of Brunswick is an Equal Opportunity Employer
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NATURE
OF WORK
This
is skilled work operating a telecommunication system, transmitting
and receiving radio messages and responding to request from
citizens by phone or in person for all public safety services.
Duties
and responsibilities of position involves accurate dissemination
of calls for service to appropriate agencies.
Work
involves clerical activity relating to communicative
responsibilities and operation of a computerized
teletype system. An
employee in this classification works with considerable
independence, but supervision is available from an immediate
patrol supervisor for the complex assignments and during emergency
situations.
EXAMPLES
OF WORK
Transmits
and receives radio calls between a central communications center
and police, fire and ambulance units in the field.
Assigns and sends officers to various geographic locations which
require service and maintains all necessary related records.
Maintains
all necessary logs as required by the Field Reporting System and
departmental policy.
Responds
to various requests by the public by phone or in person which are
informational, and issues certain requested permits.
Performs
related work as required.
REQUIREMENTS
OF WORK
Knowledge
of the geographics and demographics of the municipality.
Knowledge
of radio techniques as prescribed by Federal and State regulations
and departmental policy.
Ability
to receive and disseminate information accurately and
expeditiously.
Ability
to write and speak clearly.
Ability
to maintain composure during extremely demanding periods.
Ability
to maintain related clerical records.
Familiarity
with computer systems and their operations.
DESIRABLE
EXPERIENCE AND TRAINING
Graduation
from a standard high school or equivalent.
Supplemental training courses in business education or
related field and excellent communication skills or any equivalent
combination of training and experience.
Essential
FUNCTIONS
Ability
to deal with verbal and physical confrontations.
Ability
to operate a computer keyboard, typewriter and calculator key pad
with a minimum of one hand.
Ability
to read, write and speak the English language on a 12th
grade level.
Ability
to acquire considerable knowledge of the pertinent laws and
ordinances of the Town of Brunswick and the State of Maine.
Ability
to acquire considerable knowledge of the geography and demography
of the Town.
Ability
to acquire knowledge of the rules and regulations of the Police
Department.
Some
knowledge of modern police practices and procedures.
Ability
to deal fairly, impartially, and courteously with the general
public.
Ability
to analyze the situations quickly and objectively and to determine
the appropriate course of action to be taken.
Ability
to obtain information through interview.
Ability
to speak and write effectively.
Ability
to transmit and receive radio calls between central communications
center and police, fire and ambulance units in the field.
Ability
to assign and send officers to various geographic locations which
require service and maintain all necessary related records.
Ability
to maintain all necessary logs as required by the Field reporting
System and departmental policy.
Ability
to respond to various requests by the public by phone or in person
which are informational, and issue certain requested permits.
Ability
to acquire knowledge of radio techniques as prescribed by the
Federal and State regulations and departmental policy.
Ability
to receive and disseminate information accurately and
expeditiously.
Ability
to maintain composure during extremely demanding periods.
Ability
to maintain related clerical records.
Familiarity with computer systems and their operations.
Must possess a hearing level adequate to perform all of the above
duties.
Accurate depth perception, as well as near/far vision of 20/40,
uncorrected or corrected.
Ability to accurately transfer information received without
transposition of figures or letters.
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