MPO

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.

Master Police Officer Program

 

Master Police Officer Program

 

 

Description: A Master Police Officer is a senior police officer who serves as a subject matter expert advisor to the Supervisor and the Watch Commander or unit Commander and also serves as a mentor to junior police officers. A Master Police Officer generally has ten years of police experience and maintains knowledge of many aspects of law enforcement. This knowledge and experience usually is gained by having previously served in a specialty billet such as Detective, Street Crimes, Task Force, School Resource Officer, SWAT, Hostage Negotiations, Community Policing, Field Training Officer, Honor Guard, Traffic, and K-9. Master Police Officers can serve in limited command billets of small units and may supervise a unit in the absence of the Supervisor. In terms of where the rank of Master Police Officer falls on the spectrum of typical departmental ranking systems, it is generally NOT a civil service supervisory rank, however it is regarded as the highest rank attainable by a Police Officer, equivalent in many ways to the rank of Corporal. Master Police Officers are working members of a unit and will carry on with all expected duties of a basic police officer.

 

Criteria: A Master Police Officer candidate should have the following criteria:

 

•           10 years with the agency or 8 years with at least 2 years prior law enforcement experience.

•           The candidate should have completed all of the basic schools and have completed FTO or Line Supervision School.

•           Pass a written critical skills exam.

•           Annually complete at least 20 hours of community service, or complete an approved service project that benefits the agency, or serve a collateral duty of the supervisors choosing.

 

Mentorship: A Master Police Officer should be the backbone of this agency’s mentorship program. A junior police officer should be able to seek advice from the Master Police Officers in their unit, without worry of judgment of their immediate supervisor. In turn the supervisor should be able to work with the Master Police Officers in their unit to link up junior police officers with certain Master Police officers who have a particular set of skills that meet the specific issues that may arise. Supervisors can also seek advice from the Master Police Officers without worry of judgment from subordinates. The Master Police Officers should not take this position lightly and should guard these confidences. Some of the leadership skills sets and concepts are taught at the Field Training Officer and the Line Supervision Courses, and it should be a requirement to attend one of these courses prior to obtaining the rank of Master Police Officer.

 

Required Basic Schools: Master Police Officer Candidates should take the following basic courses prior to applying for the rank of Master Police Officer. Candidates should also have FTO School or Line Supervision, and one of the listed advanced schools.

 

•           Investigative Interviews

•           Domestic Intervention

•           CIT School

•           Drug Identification

•           Laser/Radar School

•           Breath Tech Operator

•           Field Sobriety School

•           Sex Crimes

•           Building Searches

•           Tactical Handgun School

 

     Advanced Schools:

•           SWAT School

•           Hostage Negotiations

•           CID School

•           Undercover Operations

•           DEA School

•           Traffic Homicide School

•           Death Investigations

•           Instructor Techniques

•           Crime Prevention

 

Written Critical Skills Exam: The purpose of a written critical skills exam is to ensure that a Master Police Officer in charge of a group of officers or one that is left in charge of a shift, has the basic leadership skills to handle situations involving high liability issues in the department. A Master Police Officer left in charge of a group will always have access to a Watch Commander or a higher ranking command staff member.

Community Service: 20 hours of community service annually. Service may include but not limited to the following:

•           Volunteering at a church

•           Volunteering with the Boy Scout, Girl Scouts, or Police Explorers

•           Volunteering as a role player at CIT School

•           Volunteering with Toys for Tots

•           Participating in the National Night Out

•           Participating in the Citizen’s Police Academy

 

Service Project: The nexus of the service project is to promote innovation within the department. Good ideas generated from the ranks tend to have real practical value and give the officers a sense of ownership in the department. The service project should be significant enough to have a benefit to the department, city, or to its citizens. Example of a service project include:

•           Addressing a traffic issue through a study and implementing a plan of action.

•           Identifying a specific need for some equipment and locating resources to pay for the equipment.

•           Applying for a grant for a specific program.

•           Facilitating an annual department firearms competition.

•           Fund Raising for the FOP or a charity organization.

•           Organizing a local food drive.

•           Reform an existing policy that makes a significant improvement for the department.

 

Collateral Duty: If a Master Police Officer chooses not to volunteer or to take on a service project, they can take on collateral duties directed by their supervisor. These duties may include, but not limited to the following:

•           ASL (Assistant Squad Leader)

•           Shift Inventory and Inspections

•           Significant Shift Training

•           Equipment Issue

•           Language Translation

•           Task Organizer

Master Police Officer Process

 
The process of appointing new Master Police Officers once the minimum requirements have been established, will consist of a three phase process. Each phase will assess points to an overall composite score. The maximum score is 300. At the end of the three phases, the candidates with the highest composite scores will be considered for appointment to Master Police Officer based on the number of positions available. This process includes the following phases:

1.      Master Police Officer Candidates will submit a resume and cover letter which includes a declaration of at least one or more Subject Matter Expertise. Candidates will be assessed points for their time in service with the department with a maximum of 100 points assessed for a candidate with 20 years of service. 10 points per year past the 10 year mark. For example, a candidate with 11 years of service will receive 10 points. A candidate with 12 years of service will receive 20 points, etc...

2.       Candidates will take a written critical skills exam of 90 multiple choice questions and an essay worth 10 points. This test is geared to determine if the candidate has the skills to take charge of a shift or unit in the absence of a supervisor. Critical skills must include high liability subjects such as the Mutual Aid Policy, Pursuit Policy, Use of Force Policy, Officer Involved Incidents, and Use of Resources.

3.      A series of exams that test the declared Subject Matter Expertise. The expertise must be significant and will be determined by the staff based on the needs of the department, a shift, or a unit. For example, a Subject Matter Expertise could include Investigations. A Master Police Officer with a Subject Matter Expertise in investigations should be able to conduct death investigations, write search and arrest warrants, and conduct good crime scene investigations. Candidates will be able to declare a maximum of 10 subject matter expertises, with 10 points given to each and 100 points maximum. The exams for a Subject Matter Expertise will be a pass or fail exam. This is so the candidate proves their declared Subject Matter Expertise.

  



University of Mississippi Police MPO Definition

JOB DESCRIPTION

Master Police Officer

Definition of Class

This is a sworn law enforcement officer position, in which the incumbent provides law enforcement protection and related services for the

University covering both life and property. Incumbent maintains peace and order, enforces University rules and regulations, State and Federal laws, and supervises the shift officers in the absence of the supervisor.

Examples of Work Performed

Performs a variety of police duties in patrolling assigned area on foot or in police vehicles to detect crime or violation of University regulations and to arrest violators; patrols parking lots, outlying University properties and University buildings to ensure their security.

Regulates pedestrian and vehicular traffic; investigates traffic accidents and files preliminary accident reports; checks all automobiles on University property for improper parking, overtime parking and display of University registration decals; issues tickets for vehicular violations.

Assists emergency ambulance service and provides emergency first-aid treatment to members of the University community and to visitors; provides emergency escort service to the University community and to visitors where necessary.

Observes, detects and reports any unauthorized situations, which may lead to illegal or prohibited actions on campus, which could jeopardize the safety of the University community.

Maintains quality standards, by study and research, in order to keep abreast of advanced techniques and ideas designed to improve police performance.

Maintains public confidence and support by emphasizing public relations through providing information about the University related matters to students, staff, and the general public.

Provides security for special University events; provides transfer for University monies.

Prepares criminal cases and presents testimony in court or other hearings concerning traffic violations, criminal offenses, and disciplinary matters.

Participates in various crime prevention training programs, as directed, to promote public awareness of crime risk and prevention methods.

May be assigned FTO duties to provide field training to peer officers and may assume Officer In Charge (OIC) responsibilities.

Performs related or similar duties as required or assigned.

Essential Functions

These essential functions include, but are not limited to, the following. Additional essential functions may be identified and included by the hiring Department.

1. Patrols campus to enforce laws and regulations.

2. Regulates campus traffic.

3. Assists with emergency service and provides emergency first aid treatment.

4. Provides security for special events.

5. Provides information to the University community and general public.

6. Makes arrests, completes incident report and prepares criminal cases and presents testimony in court.

7. Conducts crime prevention training programs.

8. Supervises the shift in the absence of the supervisor.

 

Minimum Qualifications

These minimum qualifications have been agreed upon by Subject Matter Experts (SMEs) in this job class and are based upon a job analysis and the essential functions. However, if a candidate believes he/she is qualified for the job although he/she does not have the minimum qualifications set forth below, he/she may request special consideration through substitution of related education and experience, demonstrating the ability to perform the essential functions of the position. Any request to substitute related education or experience for minimum qualifications must be addressed to The University of Mississippi's Department of Human Resources in writing, identifying thebrelated education and experience which demonstrates the candidate's ability to perform all essential functions of the position.

Physical Requirements: These physical requirements are not exhaustive, and additional job related physical requirements may be added to these by individual agencies on an as needed basis. Corrective devices may be used to meet physical requirements.

Physical Exertion: The incumbent may be required to lift more than 100 pounds.

Vision: Requirements of this job include close, color, and distant vision.

Speaking/Hearing: Ability to give and receive information through speaking and listening.

Motor Coordination: While performing the duties of this job, the incumbent is regularly required to sit. The incumbent is frequently required to stand; and to use hands to finger, handle or feel objects, tools, or controls. The incumbent is occasionally required to walk; and to reach with hands and arms; and to stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl; and to climb or balance.

Experience/Educational Requirements:

Education:

High School Diploma or equivalent (GED).

AND

Experience:

Two (2) years of experience related to the above described duties.

Certification:

Certification with the Mississippi Board of Law Enforcement Officer Standards and Training

Licensure:

Must have a valid State of Mississippi driver’s license within first thirty (30) days of employment.

Additional Requirement:

Must be 21 years of age and a U.S. citizen.

Background Check Requirements

This position requires a background check upon hire.

Interview Requirements

Any candidate who is called to an agency for an interview must notify the Department of Human Resources in writing of any reasonable accommodation needed prior to the date of the interview.

North Alabama Chiefs of Police Association/Public Safety Institute MPO Program

North Alabama Chiefs of Police Association/Public Safety Institute

 

Senior/Master Officer Program

PROGRAM DESIGN: The greatest asset within our law enforcement agencies are the employees. The goal of this joint venture between the North Alabama Chiefs of Police Association and the North Alabama Public Safety Institute is to create a Career Development Program designed for law enforcement professionals to continually improve their skills, knowledge, and abilities. This program is designed to help employees grow professionally, with a minimal amount of time away from the job.  Courses will be offered in Florence at the University of North Alabama (UNA) and in Madison (Madison Police Department) on a regular rotation, and exporting courses to other areas of Alabama will be considered upon request.

RESPONSIBILITY: Career development will be on-going and documented by each department individually, and by the University of North Alabama Public Safety Training Institute, on behalf of the North Alabama Chiefs of Police Association. 

 

CAREER ENHANCEMENT:

Below are the following steps and requirements:

 

1. SENIOR OFFICER:

(a) Two years continuous experience as a sworn law enforcement officer with the law enforcement agency.

(b) Satisfactory performance evaluations.

(c) Recommendation by immediate supervisor.

(d) Review of disciplinary action.

(e) Completion of Field Training Officer Course.

(f) Completion of a minimum of FIVE (5) of the following advanced/specialized training (8 hour) courses, or equivalent,  that has been identified as applicable to the needs of their agency.

 

(1) Report Writing.

(2) Advanced Traffic Accident Investigation.

(3) Case Preparation & Court Presentation.

(4) Criminal law.

(5) Crisis Intervention.

(6) Domestic Intervention.

(7) Injury & Death Investigation.

(8) Interviews & Interrogations.

(9) Laser/Radar Speed Measurement.

(10) Narcotics ID & Investigations.

11) Stress Awareness & Resolution.

(12) Instructor Techniques.

(13) Search & Seizure.

(14) Incident Response to Terrorist Bombing.

(15) Community Oriented Police Officers Course.

(16) Other Departmental approved course.

 

(g) Associates Degree or higher in Criminal Justice could apply towards the training requirements of Senior Police Officer, provided that applicant has completed " a" through " e" above.

 

 2. MASTER OFFICER:

(a) Five years continuous experience as a sworn law enforcement officer with the law enforcement agency, designation as a Senior Police Officer as described above.

(b) Satisfactory performance evaluations.

(c) Recommendation of immediate supervisor.

(d) Review of disciplinary action.

(e) Completion of line Supervision Course or equivalent.

(f) Completion of FIVE (5) of the following advanced/specialized training (8 hour) courses or equivalent:

 

(1) Building & Maintaining Sound Behavioral Climate.

(2) Developing & Maintaining a Sound Organization.

(3) Middle Management.

(4) They Promoted Me, Now What?

(5) Leadership, Mind and Heart

(6) Courage and Moral Leadership

(7) Traits, Behaviors and Relationships

(8) What it Means to be a Leader

(9) How Did You Manage That?

(10) Creating Followership

(11) Motivation and Empowerment

(12) Creating Vision and Strategic Direction

(13) The Leader as an Individual

(14) Recruiting, Selection, Retention and Employee Relations

(15) Other Departmental approved course.

 

Additional in-service training will address career specialty training. Special assignment openings or proposed openings are to be based on skills, knowledge, and abilities required for the specialized assignment.

Employees may pursue higher education. Law Enforcement Agencies in the North Alabama area  encourages all sworn personnel to pursue a degree in a law enforcement or a specific related field. Other education, such as seminars, state certified training courses, etc. may be attended with the approval of the Sheriff/Director/Chief of Police or CEO of the agency, and applied toward these certifications.

 Upon successful completion of the above requirements, officers will be awarded a certification (Certificate and Service Ribbon)  from the North Alabama Chiefs of Police Association and the University of North Alabama Public Safety Institute.

 

Yuma Arizona Master Police Officer Description

Yuma Arizona Master Police Officer Description

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;

_ 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.

 

Skilled 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.