Police Community Support Officer
Quick Facts
Median Salary$42,128
Most Common EducationHigh school or GED
Projected 10-Year Growth+7.15%
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What They Do
A Police Community Support Officer supports the local police force by patrolling the streets to provide a visible and reassuring presence and to tackle a range of crime and disorder problems. Also attached to the British Transport Police who operate the specialized police service for the railway network across Britain.
Core Tasks:
- Lock doors and gates of entrances and exits to secure buildings.
- Patrol industrial or commercial premises to prevent and detect signs of intrusion and ensure security of doors, windows, and gates.
- Respond to medical emergencies by administering basic first aid or by obtaining assistance from paramedics.
- Answer alarms and investigate disturbances.
- Circulate among visitors, patrons, or employees to preserve order and protect property.
- Monitor and authorize entrance and departure of employees, visitors, and other persons to guard against theft and maintain security of premises.
- Write reports of daily activities and irregularities, such as equipment or property damage, theft, presence of unauthorized persons, or unusual occurrences.
- Warn persons of rule infractions or violations, and apprehend or evict violators from premises, using force when necessary.
- Answer telephone calls to take messages, answer questions, and provide information during non-business hours or when switchboard is closed.
- Call police or fire departments in cases of emergency, such as fire or presence of unauthorized persons.
- Operate detecting devices to screen individuals and prevent passage of prohibited articles into restricted areas.
- Inspect and adjust security systems, equipment, or machinery to ensure operational use and to detect evidence of tampering.
- Escort or drive motor vehicle to transport individuals to specified locations or to provide personal protection.
What to expect as a Police Community Support Officer
1Earn a High school or GED Diploma
53% of people achieve this level of education.
2Gain skills and experience
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3Land a job
14 openings for Police Community Support Officers
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