This is law enforcement, crime prevention, and public assistance work protecting life and property through the enforcement of Federal, State and Local laws. Employees in this classification are involved in the prevention, detection and investigation of crimes and maintaining law and order.
Essential Job Functions:
- Enforcing laws
- Ensuring the safety and security of the public by responding to emergencies, providing assistance to victims, and reducing or preventing involvement in crime
- Building relationships with the community while helping to contribute to the health and safety of vulnerable populations
- Creating community awareness by using crime prevention methods or intervention initiatives
- Conducting investigations by interviewing suspects, witnesses, and collecting evidence at crime scenes
- Participating in and testifying at court hearings when required
- Processing incident reports with accurate detail and factual information