City of Hays Police Officer

POSITION SUMMARY
Under the supervision of the Police Sergeant, the Police Officer is a non-exempt position under FLSA. Protecting the life and property of the citizens of Hays by performing patrol duties and issuing traffic citations is the primary responsibility of this position. Enforcing federal, state and local laws and ordinances and responding to all citizen calls is required. This employee should possess excellent public relation and communication skills. This position is required to work shifts which may include days, nights, or a mixture of both as well as holidays and weekends.

SSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
• Performs patrol duties including making arrests and traffic enforcement;
• Enforces federal, state and local laws and ordinances; • Responds to all calls for assistance; • Investigates accident and crime scenes;
• Prepares and completes reports and records;
• Inspects law enforcement equipment;
• Interviews victims, witnesses and suspects and gathers evidence;
• Testifies in court as needed;
• Serves warrants, subpoenas and other legal documents;
• Assists other law enforcement agencies as needed;
• Maintains qualifications for department-issued weapons;
• Attends training and maintains certification.

MARGINAL FUNCTIONS
• Assists other departments as the need arises;
• Completes minor maintenance to departmental vehicles;
• Performs other duties as deemed necessary or assigned.