The Police Officer enforces federal, state, and local laws and protects life and property. This is a sworn position and will require the ability to perform basic patrol officer functions. Patrols an assigned zone in order to detect and deter criminal activity and traffic violations; Issues citations; Completes zone checks for assigned zones; Responds to calls relayed by communications officers, including domestic disputes, assaults, burglaries, traffic accidents, lost or missing persons searches, public service duties, stranded motorists, and others; Conducts preliminary investigations into traffic accidents, crimes, and other incidents, including interviewing victims, complainants and witnesses, gathering information and evidence, securing crime scenes, and performs basic crime scene processing; Performs preliminary investigative work to include taking pictures, collecting statements, and lifting fingerprints; Apprehends, arrests, and processes offenders, including fugitives; Provides assistance and backup support to other officers and emergency service providers as necessary; Provides first aid and CPR to victims as necessary and assists motorists; Provides traffic direction and escort services as needed for events such as parades, funerals, ball games, and school crossings; Testifies in judicial proceedings as necessary; Completes all required reports and forms, including accident and incident reports; Inspects and maintains an assigned patrol car, uniform, and equipment; Prepares and serves criminal warrants; Attends ongoing training classes as required; Performs Bailiff duties for Municipal Court; High School Diploma or GED; Or equivalent training, education, and/or experience; and Valid State of Georgia Driver's License; Applicants will be disqualified if they have a felony conviction, a family violence conviction, current illegal drug use, or tattoos/branding on the head, face, or ears. Tattoos to the neck/behind the ear will be considered on a case-by-case basis. The selected candidate must complete the following requirements prior to starting work with the

City of Statesboro:

Background Investigation (includes the applicant's work history, criminal history, professional references, personal references, neighborhood references, and management of personal finances) Psychiatric Evaluation and Polygraph Exam Pre-Employment Urinalysis Pre-Employment Physical