Police Officer -- Certified Lateral

Job Description
DEFINITION:
Under direction of the Police Sergeants,this position performs a variety of sworn law enforcement activities for the Town of Clarkdale. Essential to this role is patrolling the Town of Clarkdale in the prevention of crime and the enforcement of law and order, conducting preliminary investigations, and carrying out special assignments in the field of policing. This position also understands public trust and models the highest standards of personal and professional integrity expected of those working in public service.
CLASSIFICATION:
This is a full-time, FLSA non-exempt position which includes a benefit package.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND DUTIES:
Essential functions and duties may be modified at any time at management’s discretion. Typical duties may include, but are not limited to the following:
Participates in the implementation of goals, objectives, priorities, policies and procedures of the Town of Clarkdale and the Clarkdale Police Department.
Conducts or assists in the investigation and filing cases of criminal law violations, traffic accidents and other crimes by obtaining evidence and compiling information regarding these crimes, arresting persons related to crimes, preparing cases for filing of charges, protecting and preserving crime scenes, collecting physical evidence, photographing and/or sketching crime scenes and accidents, testifying in court, and other related activities.
Apprehends suspects, makes arrests, issues citations, identifies witnesses, conducts preliminary investigations, and re-establishes law and order at scenes.
Interviews and/or counsels parties involved in incidents, prepares documentation and reports of activities performed and information gathered, conducts follow-up on cases.
Offers information and direction to the public, discusses issues with citizens to follow up and ensure any concerns are properly addressed.
May transport prisoners to/from jail and/or court.
May serve as School Resource Officer, training instructor, field training officer, special response team member, crisis negotiator and/or other specialty roles as assigned.
Compiles, prepares and delivers clear, accurate, and comprehensive written and/or oral reports.
Actively participates in crime prevention, community relations, and department community policing programs, including acting as a liaison to residents in assigned Neighborhood Patrol Officer Program.
Meets and interacts professionally with Police Department coworkers, other law enforcement agencies, Town administration and staff, public and private officials, governmental agencies, and citizens served.
Displays proper, ongoing use and care for firearms, patrol vehicles and other equipment.
Maintains range qualifications and related law enforcement skills.
Participates in department-mandated biannual physical fitness testing.
Maintains an acceptable level of availability for work.
Performs duties with minimal supervision.
Performs other duties as required or assigned.