Public Safety Aid Position Available In Polk, Florida

Public Safety Aid City of Bartow – 3.2 Bartow, FL Job Details Full-time $13.68 – $14.36 an hour 2 days ago Qualifications Entry level Under 1 year Full Job Description JOB This is paraprofessional, non-sworn law enforcement work that handles a variety of specialized and technical non-confrontational, non-emergency criminal incidents and police calls. Incumbents in this classification are responsible for assisting with law enforcement-related complaints and investigations which do not require arrest powers. Work follows prescribed law enforcement procedures and departmental regulations; however, incumbents exercise some independent judgment without immediate supervision in reacting to emergencies. Supervision is received from a superior who establishes work schedules and reviews work through personnel observation and written reports for efficiency and effectiveness. This position is a high-profile service position contributing to the improved efficiency and operation of the Uniform Patrol Division. Work is performed under the regular supervision of a Police Sergeant

EXAMPLE OF DUTIES

Responds to calls and complaints involving missing persons, misdemeanors, felonies, and other crimes where no suspect is present.

• Completes detailed written and computer-generated reports.
• Conducts investigations at crime scenes; gathers evidence; locates and questions witnesses; takes detailed statements from witnesses; testifies as a witness in court proceedings.
• Responds to traffic crash scenes and incidents; conducts traffic direction; renders first ai
• Provides traffic assistance and assists with funeral escorts.
• Investigates animal complaints, abandoned vehicles, parking violations, and violations of City Ordinances.
• Processes crime scenes to include photographing, processing for latent fingerprints, collecting blood/DNA, and using proper evidence collection procedures.
• Handles phone-in and walk-in complaints at the Station Duty Desk
• Greets the public and conducts other administrative duties associated with the Station Duty Officer.
• Performs various other law enforcement duties of a non-emergency nature as designated by the Shift Commander or Supervisor.
• May be required to work overtime or alternate hours as necessary for the efficient operation of the department.
• Position is designated as Emergency and Essential.
• May be assigned to assist in processing major crime scenes.
• May be given specialized assignments at the direction of the Chief of Police (e.g., special events).
• Performs related tasks as required.

Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform these essential functions.

Supervisory Responsibilities:

None

SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION

Work Environment:

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

The employee regularly works outside in various weather conditions, including rain, wind, heat, and cold.

The job risks exposure to traffic, high levels of stress, electricity, violence, extreme weather conditions, pollens, dusts, pathogens, chemicals, bodily fluids, heights, and unknown chemicals.

Other Duties:

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice. Performs other related duties as assigned. All City of Bartow employees are considered EOC essential in times of emergency. An e-role will be provided to each employee when an emergency is declared. As a City of Bartow employee, you are a public servant of a local entity and are responsible to adhere to the Florida State Statute governing the Code of Ethics for Public Officers and Employees Florida State Statute Chapter 112. Additionally, all Bartow employees are subject to Chapter 119 of the Florida State Statutes which governs public records.