Winter Park Police Department's New Master Police Officers

 

Congratulations to our first Master Police Officers at the Winter Park Police Department!

The MPO program offers an alternate career track, recognizing the value and accomplishments of well-rounded, high-performing officers by identifying the attainment of career development benchmarks.

The program is voluntary in nature and was designed to: (1) recognize and reward the professional officer thr...ough his or her performance, educational achievements, experience, and involvement (2) enrich long-term dedicated employees by offering career alternatives and guidance (3) provide a career development path for officers and to enhance the officer’s suitability for promotion and assignment within the organization.

CONGRATS to all the new MPOs!



Harrisonburg Va Police Department Career Developement Program

Career Development Program

 
The Career Development Program (CDP) is a program that is based on voluntary
 
participation and is limited to full-time non-supervisory officers (POII, Investigator,
 
Master Police Officer, Career Police Officer) of the Harrisonburg Police Department. At
 
its core, the CDP provides a career track for officers who wish to contribute to the
 
department beyond the minimum requirements of their positions, and provides
 
incentives and recognition for those officers who choose to participate. Officers can
 
earn CDP points by accruing certifications and participating in community activities.
 
There are four established levels, or tiers, to the CDP allowing officers to achieve up to
 
20% above their annual salary.

 

CDP Tiers

 

Tier 1
 
5 Years of Service
 
8 CDP Points
 
5% Pay Increase

 

Tier 2
 
9 Years of Service
 
14 CDP Points
 
5% Pay Increase

 

Tier 3
 
13 Years of Service
 
20 CDP Points
 
5% Pay Increase

 

Tier 4
 
17 Years of Service
 
22 CDP Points & Bac. Degree
 
5% Pay Increase

 

Program Goals
 
The primary goals of the CDP are to provide non-supervisory officers an avenue to
 
continuously build upon their career, motivate employees to achieve and maintain
 
specialties and proficiencies, maintain a high level of employee retention, and recognize
 
and reward employees’ achievements and contributions to the goals of the Harrisonburg
 
Police Department. Specifically, the CDP recognizes several factors:
 
• Longevity at the Harrisonburg Police Department
 
• Exceeding expectations in annual performance evaluations and maintaining
 
status of “Good Standing”
 
• Police Training and involvement in specialties
 
• Educational achievements
 
• Contributions to geographical policing

 

Non-Supervisory Officer Ranking

 

Police Officer I
 
Police Officer recruit (academy and field training)

 

Police Officer II
 
Released for solo patrol

 

Master Police Officer *
 
Non-supervisory officer with 5-16 years of experience

 

Career Police Officer *
 
Non-supervisory officer with 17 or more years of experience
 
*Requires enrollment in the Career Development Program
 
 
2014 Salary

 

Ranking              Salary

 

Police Officer I  $36,504

 

Police Officer II $38,688

 

Master Police Officer * Up to 20% above your current salary

 

*Requires a minimum of 5 years of HPD service. Refer to Career Development Plan for details.
 
Certified Virginia Police Officers
 
Officers currently certified by the Department of Criminal Justice Services will receive a
 
competitive salary based on experience. Salary percentage rate is POII salary plus:

 

1-5 Years: 3%

 
5.1-10 Years: 6%
 
10.1-15 Years: 9%
 
15.1-20 Years: 11%

George Mason University Police Department Master Police Officer

Master Police Officer (University Police)

George Mason University Police Department

 

 

The George Mason University Police Department, a CALEA (Commission on Accreditation for Law Enforcement Agencies)-accredited agency, invites applications for the position of Master Police Officer (lateral entry). We are actively seeking a depth of experience and abilities.

Responsibilities:

 Candidates must be able to perform law enforcement and security functions within the University Police Department. Duties, responsibilities, and requisite skills include but are not limited to: providing vehicle, bicycle or foot patrol of the campus; responding to calls for service and on-view suspicious activities; resolving complaints; investigating criminal and traffic incidents; providing first responder aid when required; and other duties as assigned. The George Mason University Police Department subscribes to a robust community-oriented policing philosophy in order to fulfil its mission.

Salary

 The current salary for police officers upon graduation from academy training is $44,061. Lateral officers may be eligible for a higher pay rate upon hire; this is reviewed on a case-by-case basis and is commensurate with experience, training and education.

Salary range for this position is $44,061 – 55,200; commensurate with education and experience.

Required Qualifications:

 To be considered as a lateral entry candidate, applicants must meet the following qualifications at the time of application:

• Must currently be certified as a police officer in the commonwealth of Virginia by the Department of Criminal Justice Services (DCJS), or eligible for recertification under DCJS guidelines with 40 hours of Mandatory In-Service Retraining;

• Posses substantial law enforcement experience that qualifies the candidate to operate at the Master Police Officer-level;

• Possess a high school diploma or equivalent;

• Be at least 21 years of age;

• Have U.S. citizenship;

• Have a valid motor vehicle operator’s license;

• No driving under the influence (DUI) convictions or illegal drug use within the past two years;

• No felony convictions or convictions of misdemeanors involving crimes of moral turpitude or gross misconduct;

• Successfully complete a physical agility assessment;

• Successfully complete a polygraph, physical and psychological examination;

• Successfully pass an in-depth background investigation;

• Successfully complete a mandated Field Training Program administered by the department; and

• Must live within 75 miles of the Fairfax campus.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Five years of law enforcement experience is preferred; 10 or more years is strongly desired;

• Certified and experienced as a Field Training Officer;

• Supervisory experience;

• Certified and experienced trainer or subject matter expert: firearms, defensive tactics, Emergency Vehicle Operators Course, Drug Recognition Expert, DUI, or similar area;

• Experience in investigations, narcotics work, Homeland Security, intelligence or similar;

• Experience in community-oriented policing; and

• College degree.

Texas Master Peace Officers

 

 

Texas Master Peace Officers

TCLEOSE the Governing Board for Texas Peace Officers

 

 Authority:

 1701.402. Proficiency Certificates

 (a) The commission shall issue certificates that recognize proficiency based on law

 enforcement training, education, and experience. For this purpose the commission shall

 use the employment records of the employing agency.

 (b) As a requirement for a basic proficiency certificate, the commission shall require

 completion of local courses or programs of instruction on federal and state statutes that

 relate to employment issues affecting peace officers and county jailers, including:

 (1) civil service;

 (2) compensation, including overtime compensation, and vacation time;

 (3) personnel files and other employee records;

 (4) management-employee relations in law enforcement organizations;

 (5) work-related injuries;

 (6) complaints and investigations of employee misconduct; and

 (7) disciplinary actions and the appeal of disciplinary actions.

 (c) An employing agency is responsible for providing the training required by this section.

 (d) As a requirement for an intermediate proficiency certificate, an officer must complete

 an education and training program on asset forfeiture established by the commission

 under Section 1701.253(g).

 (e) As a requirement for an intermediate proficiency certificate, an officer must complete

 an education and training program on racial profiling established by the commission

 under Section 1701.253(h).

 (f) As a requirement for an intermediate proficiency certificate, an officer must complete an education and training program on identity theft established by the commission under Section 1701.253(i).

 

 Rule Draft:

 §221.3. Peace Officer Proficiency.

 (a) To qualify for a basic peace officer proficiency certificate, an applicant must meet all proficiency requirements including:

 (1) one year experience as a peace officer; and

 (2) successful completion of a field training course and a course that includes instruction provided by the employing agency on federal and state statutes that relate to employment issues affecting peace officers, including:

 (A) civil service;

 (B) compensation, including overtime compensation, and vacation time;

 (C) personnel files and other employee records;

 (D) management-employee relations in law enforcement organizations;

 (E) work-related injuries;

 (F) complaints and investigations of employee misconduct; and

 (G) disciplinary actions and the appeal of disciplinary actions.

 (b) To qualify for an intermediate peace officer proficiency certificate, an applicant must meet all proficiency requirements including:

 (1) a basic peace officer certificate;

 (2) one of the following combinations of training hours or degrees and peace officer experience:

 (A) 400 training hours and eight years;

 (B) 800 training hours and six years;

 (C) 1200 training hours and four years or an associate's degree and four years; or

 (D) 2400 training hours and two years or a bachelor's degree and two years.

 (3) if the basic peace officer certificate was issued or qualified for on or after January 1, 1987, the licensee must also complete all of the current intermediate peace officer certification courses, which include:

 (A) Child Abuse Prevention and Investigation;

 (B) Crime Scene Investigation;

 (C) Use of Force;

 (D) Arrest, Search and Seizure;

 (E) Spanish for Law Enforcement;

 (F) Asset Forfeiture;

 (G) Racial Profiling; and

 (H) Identity Theft; and

 (I) Crisis Intervention Techniques

 (c) To qualify for an advanced peace officer proficiency certificate, an applicant must meet all proficiency requirements including:

 (1) an intermediate peace officer certificate; and

 (2) one of the following combinations of training hours or degrees and peace officer experience:

 (A) 800 training hours and 12 years;

 (B) 1200 training hours and nine years or an associate's degree and six years;

 (C) 2400 training hours and six years or a bachelor's degree and five years; and

 (3) If an Intermediate proficiency certificate was earned before September 1, 2006, complete the commission approved course of instruction in crisis intervention techniques.

 (d) To qualify for a master peace officer proficiency certificate, an applicant must meet all proficiency requirements including:

 (1) an advanced peace officer certificate; and

 (2) one of the following combinations of training hours or degrees and peace officer experience:

 (A) 1200 training hours and 20 years or an associate's degree and 12 years;

 (B) 2400 training hours and 15 years or a bachelor's degree and nine years;

 (C) 3300 training hours and 12 years or a master's degree and seven years, or

 (D) 4000 training hours and 10 years or a doctoral degree and five years.

Arizona Master Patrol Officer Program

SUMMARY: Under general supervision, patrols, investigates, responds to calls for service, enforces laws, prevents crimes, educates citizens according to area of assignment. The work of this classification is distinguished by its increased independence of action, greater knowledge of the law enforcement field, and the ability to complete complex investigations and solve problems.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: (Essential functions, as defined under the Americans with Disabilities Act, may include the following tasks, knowledge, skills and other characteristics. This list is ILLUSTRATIVE ONLY and is not a comprehensive listing of all functions and tasks performed by incumbents of this class.)
PRIMARY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
_ Enforces Federal, State and City laws, codes and ordinances;
_ Responds to service calls from citizens regarding accidents, criminal or civil acts, or need for assistance;
_ Primary responder to all 911 emergency public safety calls for service, including Hazmat;
_ Assists the Sergeant in the investigation of critical incidents or major events as assigned or delegated;
_ Serves as a mentor to less experienced officers in the field;
_ Performs pro-active patrols in assigned areas to deter or detect criminal activity;
_ Investigates accidents and prescribes enforcement action based on investigation and interviews with victims, witnesses, and participants;
_ Conducts criminal investigations including the gathering and preserving of evidence, interrogation of suspects or criminals and interviewing victims and witnesses;
_ Educates students, parents, citizens, neighborhoods and community groups on crime prevention, bicycle safety, safe driving, Driving Under the Influence of Drugs and Alcohol, child and adult safety precautions, awareness of environment, dangerous situations, drugs, and community resources and support available to individuals and families;
_ Develops and distributes educational and informational materials related to area of assignment;
_ Identifies crime problems and initiates action to address them;
_ Maintains and prepares case reports and daily logs of activities in assigned areas;
_ Prepares cases for traffic, criminal and civil court actions with prosecuting attorneys;
_ Testifies in court to evidence gathered and presented;
_ Participates in specialized duties according to area of assignment;
_ Drafts search warrants and conducts searches as assigned;
_ Detains, arrests, transports and turns over suspects and criminals to jail or detention officials;
_ Serves Order of Protection, Harassment Orders, Arrest Warrants;
_ Gives presentations to a variety of audiences in schools, community organizations and at special events;
_ Resolves routine to moderately complex problems encountered in performance of work assignments;
_ Performs other related duties as assigned.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND OTHER CHARACTERISTICS:
Considerable knowledge of:
_ Federal, State and City public safety laws, statutes, rules, regulations and guidelines;
_ law enforcement trends and modern police practices and procedures;
_ arrest, evidence collection, search, seizure and crime scene investigation laws, rules, guidelines and methods;
_ investigative techniques related to complex crime and incident investigation;
_ local geography and street addresses;
_ Business English, spelling, and general office practices;
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND OTHER CHARACTERISTICS CONTINUED:
_ police radio, dispatch and communication practices and procedures;
_ Community Policing techniques and procedures and applications;
_ CPR and First Aid methods and procedures;
_ computer hardware, software and peripherals to enter, retrieve, research and manage databases;
_ customer service methods and techniques.
Skill in:
_ understanding and following written and oral instructions;
_ effective oral and written communications;
_ soliciting information from emotional or angry individuals;
_ enforcing civil and criminal laws, codes, regulations, operational standards and mandates;
_ responding to and managing emergency calls for service and critical incidents;
_ following established operational procedures when chasing, arresting, and transporting criminals and suspects;
_ investigating, interrogating and interviewing suspects to deter, stop or resolve criminal activities;
_ establishing and maintaining effective working relationships.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS AND WORK ENVIRONMENT: Work requires working rotating shifts and extended workdays outside the regular working hours, overtime, and call-out assignments. Work requires data entry, public speaking, vision, hearing, regular standing, walking, bending, stooping, running, heavy lifting and carrying, and safely and effectively using tools of the trade (firearms, tasers, etc.). May be exposed to hazardous conditions, extreme weather conditions, infectious diseases, air and water borne pathogens, body fluids, combative and assaultive suspects and criminals. Work is performed in office and field environments. Requires the safe use of a City vehicle on City business.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: An Associate's Degree or 65 college credits; eight (8) years experience as a City of Yuma Police Officer, which includes at least four years of successful performance in the special assignment of Investigations/SBA, Field Training Officer, or Traffic Motor Officer, or at least six years of successful performance in any combination of the special assignments of DARE/SRO, Community Oriented Policing, Gangs, Public Information Officer, or Dog Handler. This requirement does not include light duty assignments.
Work Performance: Satisfactory performance evaluation ratings of 3.5 or above for the previous three (3) years, and no disciplinary action above a written PPR entry or verbal reprimand and no disciplinary action resulting from a sustained internal investigation for the previous three (3) years.
Additional: Must possess and maintain Arizona Peace Officer Standards and Training Law Enforcement Certifications and a valid Arizona Driver's License.
Application Process: Officers who feel they have met the above qualifications may apply for the rank of Master Patrol Officer by submitting a memo to the Lieutenant assigned to Quality Assurance with all supporting documentation attached. The submitting officer is responsible for maintaining and providing the required supporting documents for review. A panel consisting of the Quality Assurance Lieutenant, serving as Chair, two Sergeants, a Human Resources employee, and a certified Patrol Officer will review the documentation and make recommendation to the Chief of Police for acceptance or denial. Such recommendations will be in writing. The Police Chief will make the final determination, which will be provided in writing to the Officer. Officers not recommended for selection will be provided written feedback on the strengths and weaknesses of their qualifications.
ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENT: An employee in this class is required to live within fifteen (15) miles of the City limits, and within the United States.

Murray City Police Department, Utah MPO Program

JOB DESCRIPTION

Title: MASTER POLICE OFFICER

GENERAL PURPOSE

 

Under the general supervision of a Sergeant, performs complex law enforcement duties in providing security, protection and enforcing all laws and city ordinances, performs complex work in investigating crimes.

EXAMPLE OF DUTIES (Any one position may not include all of the duties listed nor do the listed examples include all duties which may be found in positions of this class.)

Responds to life and property threatening calls, such as robbery, burglary, family disturbances, theft, vandalism, arson, riot, fire, etc.

Conducts investigation and follow-up investigation on scene and suspect; makes arrests of offenders.

Writes and files crime case reports, arrest reports, complaint reports, traffic accident reports for each case handled during the shift; issues tickets to traffic violators and testifies in court.

Performs traffic enforcement and routine patrol; operates the Intoxilyzer and radar equipment; monitors traffic movement; reports hazards, such as blockages of street view, holes, etc.

Conducts security checks of business and residential establishments; issues tickets to traffic violators.

Utilizes and trains canines for police work.

Utilizes problem solving techniques to address community problems.

Provides both written and verbal information to the public upon request.

 Participates in and initiates directed patrols.

May function as the officer in charge, in the absence of the Sergeant.

Performs vehicle, foot, bicycle and motorcycle patrol.

Investigates criminal cases ranging from crimes against persons and property to crimes against peace, murder, or indecency; carries out evidence, custody, crime scene control, interviewing of witnesses and suspects in preparations of written formal case reports.

Conducts undercover investigative activities including establishing a relationship with informants to detect illegal activities.

Conducts surveillance of known offenders and known illegal activities for major mass arrests.

Originates investigation cases as necessary, prepares records and reports; meets with District Attorney to determine whether warrants will be issued or not.

Works in liaison with Murray School District personnel for common problems and investigations.

Performs related duties as required.

 

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

 

Education and Experience

 

Minimum ten (10) years experience as an officer either with Murray Police Department or with another full time police service agency as determined at the time of hiring by the Chief of Police.

Obtain three (3) consecutive annual employee evaluations with an overall score of at least 3.75.

POST Advanced Officer Certification.

Fulfilling all requirements necessary for certification as a Master Police Officer (see Master Police Officer requirements).

Special Requirements

Must be POST certified; must possess a valid Utah Driver License.

Maintains 40 hour POST in-service training minimum.

 Must reside within the boundaries of Salt Lake County within one (1) year of appointment.

Necessary Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Working knowledge of police terminology and practices; working knowledge of city,

state and federal law; working knowledge of the citizen's rights; working knowledge of

the laws of traffic, evidence, search and seizure; working knowledge of investigative techniques.

Skill in the use of firearms and all related police equipment.

Ability to make rapid and sound decisions under pressure; ability to remain composed in stressful situations; ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with the police, other agencies, and the public; ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing.

 

TOOLS & EQUIPMENT USED

Police car, police radio, radar gun, handgun and other weapons as required, handcuffs, Breathalyzer, first aid equipment, desktop and laptop computer, tape recorder.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to sit, stand,

walk, talk and hear. The employee is occasionally required to use hands to finger, handle,

or operate objects, controls, or tools listed above; reach with hands and arms; climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl; and taste or smell.

The employee must occasionally lift and/or move more than 100 pounds. Specific vision

abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral

vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.

 

WORK ENVIRONMENT

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.  Work is performed primarily in office, vehicles, and outdoor settings, in all weather conditions, including temperature extremes, during day and night shifts. The employee occasionally works near moving mechanical parts; in high, precarious places; and with explosives and is occasionally exposed to wet and/or humid conditions, fumes or airborne particles, toxic or caustic chemicals, extreme cold, extreme heat. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

 

 

MASTER POLICE OFFICER REQUIREMENTS

This order consists of the following:

I. Purpose

II. Procedure

 

I. PURPOSE

 

The Murray Police Department recognizes the talents and dedication of our professional Police Officers. The Chief of Police wishes to recognize those who go beyond that which is required. The purpose of this policy is to establish guidelines and procedures for obtaining and maintaining the status of Master Police Officer.

 

II. PROCEDURE

 

A. Eligibility Requirements

1. Minimum ten (10) years experience as an officer either with Murray Police Department or with another full time police service agency as determined at the time of hiring by the Chief of Police.

2. Obtain last 3 consecutive annual employee evaluations with an overall rating of at least 3.80 with no individual rating below 3.0.

3. POST Advanced Officer Certification, including physical fitness.

4. Post or other approved training courses relating to:

a. First Line Supervisor

b. Instructor Development

c. Internal Affairs

 

5. Option I -- Complete A1, A2, A3, A4 above.

AND

6. Obtain one of the following:

a. Two year degree or higher in Police Science, Criminal Justice, Law Enforcement, sociology, psychology or related field.

b. Forty-five college semester hours in Police Science, Criminal Justice, Law Enforcement, sociology, psychology or related field.

OR

 7. Option II -- Complete A1, A2, A3, A4 above.

AND

8. Six years in any two specialties (minimum of two years in a specialty) listed

below and 1,000 hours of in-service training, not including POST Basic Training.

a. Two years assigned as Motor Officer with certification

b. Two years assigned as I.D. Technician

c. Two years assigned as K-9 Officer with POST certification

d. Two years assigned as Detective

e. Two years assigned as Community Oriented Problem Solving Officer

f. Two years assigned as DARE Officer with certification

g. Two years assigned as School Resource Officer

h. Two year assignment with ASAP, Uniform Field Sobriety

i. Two year assignment with SWAT

j. Two year assignment as an Accident Re-constructionist, with POST certification.

k. Four year FTO assignment

 

B. Officers who have completed the requirements in Paragraph I, Option I OR Option II shall submit verification to the Department Training Sergeant.

1. After verification of the requirements, the Training Sergeant shall submit a request to the Chief of Police.

2. The Chief of Police may authorize an officer's appointment to Master Police Officer status.

a. Members may meet the requirements for Master Police Officer; however, the final decision shall be made by the Chief of Police. Failure to maintain Master Police Officer standards may result in the loss of Master Police Officer status.

3. Master Police Officers will receive from the Department a shield and identification reflecting the designation status of "Master Police Officer."

C. Master Police Officer Standards:

1. A Master Police Officer is expected to maintain a high standard in all assignments, activities and duties.

2. A Master Police Officer is expected to be a mentor to less experienced Officers, and to present a professional image of the Murray City Police Department.

3. A Master Police Officer shall maintain a yearly evaluation rating of at least 3.80.

a.       If the evaluation rating is below 3.80, or if any category in the annual evaluation rating is below 3.0, the Officer will be disqualified from Master Police Officer status for a minimum period of 12 months.

4. The Chief of Police may remove the status of Master Police Officer from any Officer for cause, for any length of time.

5. If the Chief of Police removes the status of Master Police Officer from any Officer for cause, the disqualification period shall begin on the date of disqualification for that incident(s).

6. At the expiration of the disqualification period, the Officer may re-apply for

Master Officer status under the current Master Officer requirements. (The 3 consecutive 3.80 evaluation requirement shall be waved for re-instatement purposes only).

7. No Officer may re-apply for Master Officer status if the current year evaluation contains any rating below "Fully Successful".