p>This is medium work requiring the exertion of 50 pounds of force occasionally, up to 20 pounds of force frequently, and up to 10 pounds of force constantly to move objects; work requires climbing, balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, crawling, reaching, standing, walking, pushing, pulling, lifting, fingering, grasping, feeling, and repetitive motions; vocal communication is required for expressing or exchanging ideas by means of the spoken word, and conveying detailed or important instructions to others accurately, loudly, or quickly; hearing is required to perceive information at normal spoken word levels, and to receive detailed information through oral communications and/or to make fine distinctions in sound; visual acuity is required for depth perception, color perception, night vision, peripheral vision, preparing and analyzing written or computer data, visual inspection involving small defects and/or small parts, use of measuring devices, operation of machines, operation of motor vehicles or equipment, determining the accuracy and thoroughness of work, and observing general surroundings and activities; the worker is subject to inside and outside environmental conditions, extreme cold, extreme heat, noise, vibration, hazards, atmospheric conditions, and oils. - Some knowledge of police methods, practices, and procedures; some knowledge of the geography of the Town and location of important buildings;
- Some knowledge of the rules and regulations of the Police Department;
- Ability to understand and carry out oral and written instructions and to prepare clear and comprehensive reports;
- Ability to deal courteously but firmly with the public;
- Ability to analyze situations and to adopt quick, effective, and reasonable courses of action with due regard to surrounding hazards and circumstances;
- Skill in the use of firearms and the operation of an automobile;
- Ability to operate personal computer including some knowledge of applicable software packages;
- Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with associates and the general public.