Job descriptions/specifications are intended to indicate the essential functions and levels of work difficulty of the position and are not intended to describe in detail all of the position's specific duties and responsibilities nor exclude other duties of similar level or difficulty.  Additionally, it is not intended to limit management's rights to assign, direct, and control the work of employees under their supervision.

DEFINITION
Actively support and uphold the stated mission and values of the City of Mesquite and the Police Department.  Provide emergency aid, security, and protection of life and property for the citizens by patrolling business, rural, and residential areas, responding to requests for information and assistance, investigating criminal activity, subduing combative suspects, making arrests, working with people to solve problems associated with crime and ensuring proper enforcement of laws and regulations.

1. Serve as a representative of the City of Mesquite, demonstrating a positive attitude and progressive actions through the display of professionalism, courtesy, and appropriate tact and discretion in all interactions with other employees and with the public.
2. Patrol the community to aid in preventing crime and to enforce Federal, State, and City laws and regulations.
3. Monitor traffic and maintains traffic safety.
4. Detect and deter possible criminal activities.
5. Conduct criminal investigations.
6. Identify and arrest criminals.
7. Respond to emergency calls; determine the nature of a call, investigates the circumstances, and takes any necessary and prudent action.  May call for assistance or superior officers if necessary.
8. Take command at scene of crime or accident; administers first aid and request medical service as necessary; takes statements and interviews victims and witnesses; examines situation; records vital information regarding causes and circumstances.
9. Guard and supervise prisoners.
10. Ensure that patrol activities are conducted in conformance with departmental rules and regulations.
11. Conduct investigation assignments of suspected illegal activity or follow-up investigations of criminal cases and in the collection and preservation of evidence at the crime scene.
12. Be dependable and meet acceptable attendance requirements at all times.
13. Follow all applicable safety rules and regulations.

1. Protect confidential information by preventing unauthorized release, both verbal and/or writing
2. Perform other related duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS
The degree of knowledge and ability as outlined under this section is that which is necessary to satisfactorily perform the essential functions of this position.
Knowledge of:

• Pertinent federal, state and local laws, codes and regulations.
• Criminal behavior and causes underlying criminality and social, psychological and physical needs of criminals.
• Standard police practices, methods, and procedures.
• P.O.S.T. investigative methods.
• Methods of investigation, apprehension, and rules of evidence.
• Police terminology and practices.
• Good public relations skills.
• Business communications skills.
• The safe and appropriate use of firearms and other police related tools.

• Apply principles and techniques of modern crime prevention, investigation, apprehension, rules of evidence, and all other aspects of law enforcement.
• Interpret law enforcement policies and procedures.
  Utilize good public relations skills.
• Communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing.
• Prioritize tasks.
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships with employees and the public.
• Maintain composure under adverse conditions such as public harassment, critical injuries and death.
• Frequently use printer, telephone, fax.
• Properly operate city vehicle.

WORKING CONDITIONS
Work is performed under the following conditions:
Physical Requirements:
Duties are primary performed on patrol in an assigned area where the employee is exposed to varying and extreme weather conditions.  Must have the capability to hear, speak and see to communicate with the general public.  Must have the strength and ability to apprehend, subdue and restrain criminal offenders.  Physical exertion may be required to climb stairs and over walls, run, bend, twist, reach, crawl through tight spaces, kneel in confined areas; sit for prolonged periods of time; move/push/pull or  lift heavy objects exceeding 50 lbs; Subject to 24-hour call back for emergencies; great mental ability is required daily.
Job Hazards/Risk Factors:
Employee risk physical hazard from violent, aggressive, and hostile people, a variety of weapons, noise, exposure to bio-hazard communicable diseases, hazardous materials, chemicals, bodily fluids, sharp objects, traffic, drugs and drug paraphernalia; high risk of civil litigation due to performance of duties.


Position is considered safety sensitive and is subject to drug testing.

Duration of Eligibility List:
Candidates shall remain on the eligibility list until a new list is created.

Examination: The examination process will be as follows:

1. Physical agility test:  Must pass within 16 weeks of hire date.
2. Background Investigation

• Letter of interest/Cover Letter
• Resume - A resume is required in addition to the completed employment application. Applications submitted without a copy of the candidate’s resume are incomplete and will not be considered.
• Copy of educational degrees or transcripts. 
• Copies any relevant certificates, licenses or awards i.e. POST

Selection Process:

The selection process will begin with an employment application package screening, with the best qualified candidates being invited to participate further in the assessment process. This process may include any combination of written, performance, and oral assessments to evaluate job-related education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities.  

The Human Resources Department must receive the completed City employment application and all required documentation by the closing date and time listed on the announcement. The employment application must be accessed through our website, www.mesquitenv.gov or https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/mesquitenv and submitted electronically following the online links.  Applicants must complete the employment application in its entirety to be considered for this recruitment. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of the completed employment application.  Decisions on an applicant’s qualifications for the above position will be made solely on the materials submitted at the time of application.  

The City will provide reasonable accommodation to qualified individuals with disabilities.  It is the responsibility of the candidate requiring accommodation to contact the Human Resources Department in writing prior to the close of the recruitment. 

If you are invited to participate in the assessment process, you will be required to self-schedule through the City of Mesquite on-line application system. Please check your email on a regular basis after submitting your application for complete instructions, which include where and when to report.

Appointment is subject to the successful completion of a post offer pre-employment background investigation. The City reserves the right to modify selection devices and test instruments in accordance with accepted legal, ethical, and professional standards.