Police Officer

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The Keene Police Department is currently accepting applications from certified police officers looking for a new opportunity as well as aspiring candidates with a strong interest in exploring a career in law enforcement. Here's what the Keene Police Department offers you: \u2022 An attractive schedule providing 4 days on and 3 days off (4/3)! \u2022 40 hours of vacation leave and 16 hours of personal leave during the probationary period (after completion of 6 months of employment and a successful interim evaluation). \u2022 Pay for 11 holidays and personal and sick leave! \u2022 Low deductible health insurance options! One option is a no-cost employee premium! \u2022 A SIGN ON BONUS for certified personnel to earn up to $10000! \u2022 Options for plenty of overtime! \u2022 An enjoyable work environment consisting of teamwork and camaraderie in a progressive department! \u2022 Plenty of opportunities for career development and promotion! \u2022 Opportunities for work as a college liaison or on our tactical teams! \u2022 On-site fitness center! IF YOU'RE ALREADY A CERTIFIED OFFICER: with the Keene Police Department's Hiring Incentive Program you will earn a competitive base salary range of $65187- $82389 annualized depending on experience. If you're interested in a career in law enforcement but YOU'RE NOT YET CERTIFIED upon hire you will earn a competitive starting base salary of $62982.40 annualized. As members of the Keene Police Department our officers commit to being capable caring people doing important and challenging work for the benefit of all citizens within our community. Their vision is to continually strive to anticipate the future needs of the community to develop effective and efficient responses to those needs and to continually seek new techniques training and equipment to optimize public safety. More details about the KPD and the City: The Keene Police Department serves a community of approximately 23100 residents. Keene serves as the regional center for commerce employment entertainment modern healthcare facilities fine dining and historical landmarks. There are excellent educational opportunities from pre-school to grad school here. The community has great public spaces and recreational opportunities as well as a focus on environmental sustainability health wellness and locally sourced food and products. Located in the Monadnock region you'll find many events and other elements that contribute to a high quality of life in our area! The qualifications: All applicants for the Keene Police Department must: \u2022 Be United States citizens \u2022 Be high school graduates or possess a GED certificate \u2022 Be at least 21 years of age at the time of appointment \u2022 College education and/or military experience are highly desirable. \u2022 Additionally you must meet the basic hiring criteria and pass the candidate review process. Submission of a resume is optional. Applicants who successfully satisfy the minimum qualifications will be contacted to start the hiring process! If you have further questions please e-mail: policerecruiting@keenenh.gov. This position will accept applications on an ongoing basis. Job Description: Police Officer.pdf The City of Keene is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

A. Must successfully complete the New Hampshire Police Academy or otherwise receive New Hampshire full-time police certification.

B. Effects an arrest; forcibly if necessary; using handcuffs or other restraints; subdues resisting suspects using maneuvers/approved weapons and resorting to the use of hands; feet; and other approved weapons in self-defense.

C. Exercises independent judgment in determining when:

1. there is reasonable suspicion to detain;

2. probable cause exists to search and/or arrest; and

3. force may be used and to what degree.

D. Safely and effectively operates; during the day and night; a law enforcement vehicle through emergency situations involving speeds in excess of posted limits; in congested traffic; and on unsafe road conditions caused by factors such as fog; smoke; rain; ice; and snow.

E. Communicates effectively and coherently by having adequate hearing to understand normal conversations:

1. over law enforcement radio channels; while initiating and responding to radio communications;

2. to comprehend shouted commands in an emergency situation;

3. to operate a telephone; and

4. to follow testimony and questioning in court.

F. Pursues fleeing suspects; and performs rescue operations which may involve:

1. quickly entering and exiting law enforcement patrol vehicles;

2. lifting; carrying; and dragging heavy objects;

3. climbing over and pulling up oneself over obstacles;

4. jumping down from elevated surfaces;

5. climbing through openings;

6. jumping over obstacles; ditches; and streams;

7. crawling in confined areas;

8. balancing on uneven or narrow surfaces; and

9. utilizing bodily force to gain entrance through barriers.

G. Loads; unloads; aims; and fires handguns; rifles; and other Department firearms from a variety of body positions and under conditions of stress; which justify the use of deadly force; and at levels of proficiency prescribed in certification standards.

H. Performs searches of people; vehicles; buildings; and large outdoor areas which may involve the feeling and detection of objects; walking for long periods of time; detaining people; and stopping suspicious vehicles.

I. Engages in law enforcement patrol functions that include such things as working rotating shifts; walking on foot patrol; and physically checking the doors and windows of buildings to ensure they are secure.

J. Demonstrates effective communication skills in court and other formal settings.

K. Detects and collects evidence and substances that provide the basis of criminal offenses and infractions and that indicate the presence of dangerous conditions.

L. Endures verbal and mental abuse when confronted with the hostile views and opinions of suspects and other people encountered in an antagonistic environment.

M. Performs rescue functions at accidents; emergencies; and disasters to include:

• directing traffic for long periods of time;
• administering emergency medical aid;
• lifting; dragging; and carrying people away from dangerous situations; and;
• securing and evacuating people from particular areas.

N. Processes and transports prisoners and Involuntary Emergency Admittance (IEA) persons using handcuffs and other appropriate restraints.

O. Extinguishes small fires using fire extinguishers and other appropriate means;

P. Reads and comprehends legal and non-legal documents written in the English language; including the preparation and processing of such documents as citations; affidavits; and warrants.

Q. Processes arrested suspects; to include the taking of photographs and obtaining a legible set of fingerprints.

II. ADDITIONAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Performs generalized law enforcement duties which include; but are not limited to; the following.
• Patrols an assigned zone on foot or in a police vehicle;
• Answers calls for service;
• Prevents crime or disturbances of the peace;
• Investigates criminal offenses;
• Investigates traffic accidents;
• Makes physical custody arrests with and without a warrant;
• Transports prisoners;
• Issues citations and warnings;
• Serves legal papers; such as warrants; subpoenas; notices of hearings; commitment papers; and protective orders and has the ability to comprehend and communicate their substance;
• Testifies in court and before administrative bodies;
• Makes application of search and arrest warrants;
• Takes juveniles; intoxicated individuals; or mentally ill persons into protective custody;
• Conducts preliminary investigations and follow-up investigations;
• Prepares and submits such reports as may be necessary in the performance of his or her duties;
• Provides emergency first aid to ill or injured persons;
• Speaks to organizations and groups;
• Assists victims of crime;
• Conducts crime scene searches; and collects physical evidence;
• Performs various rescue and lifesaving tasks;
• Participates in raids and high-risk warrant services;
• Controls violent or resistive subjects;
• Apprehends fleeing suspects on foot or in a police vehicle;
• Participates in strenuous and physically demanding basic and in-service training programs;
• Does not pose a direct threat to the health or safety of others;
• Enforces protective orders;
• Performs other duties as required to accomplish the Department's mission and preserve the peace and dignity of the State.
• Maintains order within the City.
• Works collaboratively with other City Departments; community organizations; and citizens to solve problems.

Customers

III. CUSTOMERS

A. All citizens/residents and visitors to Keene constitute actual and potential customers of the Keene Police Department.

B. An obligation of service and professionalism is owed the customer; regardless of the nature of the relationship between the Department and the citizens

C. All members of the Keene Police Department; all employees of the City of Keene; and members of other law enforcement and criminal justice agencies who seek our assistance are our customers.

D. All persons taken into custody of the Keene Police Department are customers.

A. Education and/or Experience

1. A high school diploma or its equivalent is required of all persons in this position.

2. An Associate's degree or higher in Criminal Justice or the behavioral sciences is preferred.

3. Previous experience is not required; though full-time New Hampshire-certified police officers are preferred.

4. Military experience is helpful.

B. Language Skills

1. Ability to read; write; speak; and understand English is essential.

2. Must be able to read and comprehend court decisions; laws; rules; regulations; and complex directions.

3. Ability to present information effectively and respond to specific questions from the general public is essential.

4. Ability to read; write; and/or speak another language is highly desirable.

C. Minimum Employment Qualifications

• Must be a U.S. citizen.
• Must be twenty-one (21) years of age.
• Pass written and oral entry examinations.
• Pass physical fitness test.
• Pass polygraph examination.
• Pass medical and psychological examinations.
• Pass extensive background investigation.
• Must be certified or certifiable by the NH Police Standards & Training Council.

D. Skills

• Use of lethal and non-lethal weapons and other law enforcement equipment.
• Use of restraining devices and techniques.
• Lawful and procedurally correct operation of two-way radio equipment.
• Use of computers; including vehicle-mounted lap tops; personal computers; and State Police On-Line Telecommunications System (SPOTS).
• Operation of emergency vehicles.
• Use of traffic enforcement equipment.
• Arranging facts in a report.

E. Knowledge

• Thorough knowledge of the Department RMS and other automated systems.
• Thorough knowledge of the operations and responsibilities of the Operations Division of the Police Department.
• Thorough knowledge of the Department Mission statement; rules and regulations and General Orders.
• Thorough knowledge of modern law enforcement principles and practices and the ability to implement those principles and practices.
• Substantial knowledge of court procedures.
• Detailed knowledge of the geography of the City of Keene.
• Knowledge of the state criminal; motor vehicle; and juvenile codes and City ordinances.

Working knowledge of the purpose; authority; and content of legal papers and the appropriate procedures for serving them.

F. Abilities

• Exercise sound judgment in both routine and emergency circumstances.
• Think and act quickly in emergencies.
• Communicate effectively; both verbally and in writing.
• Prepare clear; complete; and accurate reports of arrest; incidents; or other official activities.
• Work effectively with the public in the course of performing official duties.
• Define problems; collect data; establish facts; and draw valid conclusions.
• Qualify with Department issued weapons.
• Project confidence and self-assurance.
• Project a neat and professional appearance.
• Work with others as a team.
• Work effectively with diverse segments of the service population.

G. Personal Traits/Characteristics

• Honesty/Integrity
• Self-discipline
• Emotional stability/control
• Good judgment / common sense
• Ability to accept direction and constructive criticism
• Self-motivation/initiative
• Positive attitude
• Tolerance to stress
• Creativity
• Loyalty and dedication
• Courage
• Maturity

H. CERTIFICATES; LICENSES; REGISTRATIONS

1. Must possess a valid New Hampshire motor vehicle driver's license.

2. Must possess and maintain a valid certification as a full-time police officer in New Hampshire.

3. Must complete all annual training requirements of the NH Police Standards & Training Council and the Keene Police Department.

4. Must establish legal residence in New Hampshire within six months of appointment and must live within a thirty minute response time to the City border.

5. Police officer(s) assigned to handle a canine must be certified within twelve months as canine handlers.

Physical Demands

A. Applicants must be able to pass a detailed medical examination as prescribed in NH Police Standards & Training Council Rule Pol 301.04; the accompanying Medical Screening Guidelines and Rule Pol 404.06; for Ongoing Medical Suitability for Physical Fitness Testing.

B. Applicants must be able to pass an initial physical fitness test a prescribed in the NH Police Standards and Training Council Technical Assistance Manual.

C. Incumbents; hired after January 1; 2001; must be able to pass Ongoing Physical Fitness Testing as required by the NH Police Standards & Training Council Rule Pol 404.07.

D. Must be able to perform the essential duties and responsibilities of the position of Police Officer.

Work Environment

A Police Officer may work indoors outdoors or in a vehicle for extended periods of time. Police Officers must work outdoors in extreme weather conditions and at any time of night or day. May be required to work in areas with a risk of chemical radioactive or other type of contamination fire explosion gun fire or motor vehicle accident. May be required to work on foot or bicycle for extended periods of time. May be exposed to infectious disease. Must work all shifts on a rotating or other basis all days of the week and without regard to holidays. In emergencies must work long periods without relief

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