TOWN OF MADISON

2120 Fish Hatchery Road

Madison, WI 53713

POSITION DESCRIPTION: Police Officer

POSITION CLASSIFICATION: Regular Full-Time

UNION REPRESENTATION: WPPA/LEER

IMMEDIATE SUPERVISOR: Police Sergeant

NATURE:

The job duties of this position include, but are not limited to the following: Performance of police work relative to the maintenance of law and order, the preservation and protection of life and property, the prevention and detection of crime and the apprehension of criminals and offenders, and to perform related work as required under the functional and administrative control of supervisory personnel.

WORK PERFORMED:

A. Patrol Operations

1. Investigate accidents, complaints, domestic troubles, theft cases, burglary cases, and other incidents as necessary.

2. Maintain records of actions and prepare reports as necessary.

3. Respond to calls for police assistance whether by the public or other police agencies.

4. Prevent and deter criminal activity within the Town through patrol techniques.

5. Vigorously detect, apprehend and assist in the prosecution of those who violate Federal, State, County or local statutes and ordinances.

6. Operate RADAR and breath alcohol testing equipment.

7. Direct traffic and assist pedestrians.

8. Collect and preserve evidence.

9. Receive and transmit pertinent communications in accordance with department policy.

10. Perform those assignments as required by the Sergeant or Police Chief.

11. Render first aid as needed and provide for the transportation of the injured.

ESSENTIAL KNOWLEDGE, ABILITIES AND SKILLS

A. Ability to be tactfully and respectfully responsive to citizen service requests.

B. Working knowledge of modern police work in the practical and technical aspects of the apprehension of criminals and the prevention of crime.

C. Working knowledge of the general statutes relating to police authority and health and safety.

D. Working knowledge of courtroom procedures, firearms, photography, fingerprinting techniques and first aid.

E. Ability to clearly and courteously enforce, explain and interpret Federal, State, County and local laws and ordinances.

F. Ability to establish and maintain effective working and public relationships.

G. Ability to maintain accurate and complete records and prepare clear and detailed reports.

H. Some knowledge of the geography and demography of the Town and its surroundings.

I. Reasoning Development: Apply principles of logical and technical thinking to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions. Deal with several abstract and concrete variables.

J. Mathematical Development: Algebra - deal with a system of real numbers, related probability and statistical inference. Geometry - plane and solid geometry, and rectangular coordinates. General math - practical application of fractions, percentages, ratio and proportion, mensuration, practical algebra & geometric construction.

K. Language Development: Reading - read technical journals, statutes, ordinances, comprehensive reports and financial reports. Writing - write reports, complete forms, originate correspondence. Speaking - conversant in methods of effective and persuasive speaking, discussion and debate.

L. Relationships to Data, People and Things: Data - Determining time, place and sequence of operations or action to be taken on the basis of analysis of data; executing determination of and/or reporting on events. People - Negotiating, exchanging ideas, information, and opinions with others to formulate and/or arrive jointly at decisions, conclusions, or solutions. Things - Using body members, hand tools and/or special devices to work, move or carry objects or materials. Starting, stopping and controlling the actions of machines or equipment for which a course must be steered or which must be guided, in order to process and/or move things or people. Involves such activities as observing gauges and dials; estimating distances and determining speed and direction of other objects; turning cranks and wheels; pushing or pulling gear lifts or levers.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

Exerting up to 100 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 30 pounds of force frequently, to move objects. Requires walking or standing to a significant degree. Requires ability to hold, aim and fire a handgun and long gun.

ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONS:

Both Inside and Outside. Extremes of heat and cold, rapid temperature changes, noise and vibration. Exposure to: Odors, toxic conditions, dust or poor ventilation. Hazards: Situations in which the individual is exposed to the definite risk of bodily injury.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

A Graduation from High School, or GED.

B. Certified, or eligible for certification upon appointment, by the Law Enforcement Standards Board as a Wisconsin Law Enforcement Officer.

C. Sixty (60) semester credits from an accredited college or university, or appropriate waiver from Wisconsin Training and Standards Board.

DESIRED TRAINING AND EXPERIENCE:

A. Associates Degree in Police Science or related field.

B. Breathalyzer operator certification for State of Wisconsin.

C. Two years previous experience in civilian or military law enforcement.