Police Corporal (In-House Only)

$69,479-$88,674/ANNUALLY Employees may be eligible for additional education incentive pay for qualifying degrees.

DEFINITION

To lead, oversee and participates in the more complex and difficult work of staff responsible for law enforcement and crime prevention; to investigate crimes and incidents; and to perform a variety of technical tasks relative to assigned areas of responsibility.

DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS

The Corporal classification is distinguished from the Police Officer classification by the level of responsibility assumed and the complexity of duties assigned. Employees perform the most difficult and responsible types of duties including providing lead supervision over lower level law enforcement staff. Employees at this level are required to be fully trained in all procedures related to assigned area of responsibility.

SUPERVISION RECEIVED AND EXERCISED

Receives direction from higher level law enforcement staff. Exercises functional and technical supervision over lower level law enforcement staff.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTION STATEMENTS

-- Essential responsibilities and duties may include, but are not limited to, the following:

Essential Functions :

Perform the full range of duties and responsibilities of a Police Officer, and serve as the Watch Commander for an assigned shift in the absence of a Sergeant; lead, plan, train and review the work of police patrol staff responsible for law enforcement and crime prevention. Plan, direct and participate in the administration of responsible law enforcement and crime prevention programs and duties. Patrol a designated area of the City to preserve law and order, discover and prevent the commission of crimes and enforce traffic and other laws and ordinances. Respond to general public service calls, crime victims, traffic accidents and related misdemeanors and felony incidents. Identify, gather, analyze and process evidence related to the investigation of crimes; interview witnesses, suspects and victims; effect arrests pursuant to penal codes; prepare related police reports. Participate in training and evaluating assigned officers including providing instruction on weapons use, defensive tactics and arrest techniques; provide training, guidance, and counseling to assigned Police Officers; promote career development of subordinates. Verify the work of assigned employees for accuracy, proper work methods, techniques and compliance with applicable standards and specification.

Marginal Functions:

Testify in municipal and superior courts as required. Participate in and represent the Police Department at various City events. Respond to medical emergencies; provide first-aid if required. Perform related duties as required.

QUALIFICATIONS

Knowledge of :

Operations, services and activities of a law enforcement program. Principles of lead supervision and training. Methods and techniques of modern law enforcement tactics, methods and procedures. Techniques and applications of self defense and proper use of force. Care, maintenance, and operation of firearms and other modern police equipment. Standard broadcasting principles of a police radio system. Principles and practices of data collection and analysis. Principles and practices of report preparation. Methods and techniques used in interviewing witnesses, victims, or suspects. Investigative techniques, procedures, and sources of information. Occupational hazards and standard safety practices. Rules of evidence pertaining to search and seizure and preservation. Laws governing the apprehension, arrest and custody of persons accused of felonies and misdemeanors. Principles and applications of public relations. Geography of the local area. Pertinent federal, state, and local laws, codes, and regulations. Ability to : Lead, organize and review the work of staff in the area of work assigned. Independently perform the most difficult law enforcement duties. Interpret, explain and enforce department policies and procedures. Identify, analyze and process evidence related to the investigation of crimes. Effectively use and qualify with law enforcement tools and weapons including firearms, batons, defensive tactics, and other safety equipment. Operate specialized law enforcement equipment including specialized police vehicles, radios, video systems, and radars. Think clearly and act quickly in a variety of situations. Interview victims, complainants, witnesses, and suspects. Accurately observe and remember names, faces, numbers, incidents, and places. Control violent people and affect arrests. Work independently in the absence of supervision. Prepare clear and concise reports. Respond to requests and inquiries from the general public. Understand and follow oral and written instructions. Maintain physical condition appropriate to the performance of assigned duties and responsibilities. Work flexible hours including nights, weekends, holidays, and varied shifts. Communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing. Establish and maintain effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work. Experience and Training Guidelines Any combination of experience and training that would likely provide the required knowledge and abilities is qualifying. A typical way to obtain the knowledge and abilities would be:

Experience:

Two years of increasingly responsible law enforcement experience.

Training:

Equivalent to the completion of the twelfth grade supplemented by course work in police science, criminal justice or a related field.

License or Certificate:

Possession of, or ability to obtain, an appropriate, valid driver's license. Possession of, or ability to obtain a P.O.S.T. Basic certificate.

WORKING CONDITIONS

Environmental Conditions :

Reactive emergency, natural or man-made disaster, and routine peace keeping environments with travel from site to site; the employee is regularly exposed to outside weather conditions; occasionally exposed to fumes or airborne particles, toxic or caustic chemicals, extreme cold, extreme heat, risk of electrical shock, risk of radiation, and vibration; exposed to potentially hostile environments; extensive public contact; the noise level in the work environment is usually moderate; however, the noise level is occasionally very loud due to sirens, firearm training, etc.; incumbents required to work various shifts, including evenings and weekends, and may be required to travel outside City boundaries to attend meetings.

Physical Conditions:

Primary functions require sufficient physical ability to work in a law enforcement setting; an office setting; restrain or subdue individuals; walk, stand, sit, or run for prolonged periods of time; occasionally stoop, bend, kneel, crouch, reach, and twist; occasionally climb and balance; regularly push, pull, lift, and/or carry light to moderate weights; frequently lift and/or move moderate to heavy weights; occasionally lift and/or move heavy weights; operate office equipment including use of computer keyboard; requires a sense of touch, finger dexterity, and gripping with hands and fingers; ability to speak and hear to exchange information; ability to operate a vehicle to travel to various locations; ability to operate and use specialized law enforcement tools and equipment including guns and handcuffs.

VETERAN'S PREFERENCE AVAILABLE UPON REQUEST

Veteran's Preference Application (Download PDF reader) Applicants must submit the request form and certified DD-214 prior to the closing date.

Selection Process:

Applications received by the filing date will be reviewed for accuracy, completeness and job related qualifications. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of employment application. Persons whose applications clearly demonstrate they meet the requirements may be invited to participate in the selection process—which may be any combination of written, oral and/or performance exams. Examinations shall be scored on each competitive part of the examination, weighted as Pass/Fail or 80% passing score out of 100%.