The Police Officer will be required, at variable frequency to:Sprint distances of up to 100 yardsTackle aggressive/combative violators of all sizes and great strengthsControl resistive and aggressive/combative violators intent on harming officer or othersFight to protect self or others from physical harm for two minutes or moreLift, carry, or drag items and people of weights up to and exceeding 150 pounds without assistanceVisually identify people, places, or objects for purposes of rescue, arrest, or defensive tacticsQuickly and accurately adjust the focus of vision and peripheral vision, including varying degrees of depth perceptionSpeak clearly and calmly, especially in times of great stressOperate a law enforcement vehicle precisely, while at the same time, operating a two-way radio, bar light, siren, and other emergency equipmentBend or flex at the waist and knees to retrieve items on the ground or floorboard of vehicleGrip and accurately strike a designated target with a police impact weapon using force sufficient for controlGrip, control, and fire a department issued semiautomatic handgunPhysically and accurately manipulate all functions of a semiautomatic handgun, including loading, unloading, and malfunction clearingPhysically control weapon in and out of prescribed holster for weapon retention defense against attackManipulate and control handcuffs when applying them to a detainee/arresteeWear tight fitting protective body armor in all weather and climatesClimb over fences, walls, and obstacles of heights up to six feetApply chest compressions and breathing on rescue victims for sustained periods of timeCalculate figures for determination of speed, time, distance, quantity, and amountsWear latex protective gloves for protection against blood borne pathogensBe exposed to chemical irritants and inflammatory agents (i.e. Oleoresin Capsicum, SC gas, CN gas)Balance while standing to support self when in contact with violatorsWrite reports, tickets, and assorted paperwork in a legible coherent mannerRead and comprehend legal documentsUse flashlight or other illuminated equipment in both hands to direct trafficEnter and exit patrol vehicle in a safe timely mannerBend, squat, or lie down quickly to get behind items of protective cover and return to a standing positionWORK ENVIRONMENT:Police Officers work in weather environments ranging from extreme heat and humidity to extreme cold and wet conditions. Possess one (1) of the following:Two (2) years of accredited college credit in any field - sixty (60) semester hours, orHigh school graduate (or equivalent) plus (2) years active duty in U.S. Military Service, orHigh school graduate (or equivalent) plus certification as an officer and satisfactory employment with another law enforcement agency as sworn law enforcement officer for minimum of one (1) year, orHigh school graduate (or equivalent) plus graduation from North Mississippi Law Enforcement Training Center with certification as an officer, orHigh school graduate (or equivalent) plus two (2) years satisfactory service with Tupelo Police Department Reserve ProgramE.