Police Officer

Enforces the laws and ordinances of the State of Iowa and City of Grinnell; patrols an assigned area during a specific shift; checks doors and windows and examines premises of unoccupied buildings or residences in order to detect any suspicious conditions; investigates suspicious conditions and complaints; makes arrests of persons who violate laws and ordinances; accompanies prisoners to headquarters, jail or court and appears in court as arresting officer; directs traffic and either arrest or gives violations tickets to those who break traffic laws; checks automobile parking in restricted areas and gives violation tickets when necessary; responds to accidents, giving all possible assistance and preparing necessary reports; maintains order in crowds and attends parades, funerals or other public gatherings; watches for stolen vehicles and wanted or missing persons; makes investigations and enforces city and state laws pertaining to juvenile offenders; answers criminal complaints and takes necessary corrective action; gives advice on laws, ordinances and general information to the public; oversees custody and care of prisoners when assigned to such duty; gives emergency first-aid treatment to injured persons; maintains records and prepares reports; lifts fingerprints from crime scene, takes photographs and otherwise complies evidence; takes fingerprints of suspects and others for the use of the department or for other governmental uses; attends relevant schools, seminars, and meetings; is familiar with operation of department and state technology and software used in performance of duties;

These examples of duties in no way states or implies these are the only duties to be performed. Patrol Officers may be required to follow other instructions and perform other duties requested by a supervisor.

HIRING AND RETENTION INCENTIVE OF UP TO $10,000 FOR CERTIFIED CANDIDATES. NON CERTIFIED WITH AN ADVANCED EDUCATIONAL DEGREE (AA OR HIGHER) SHALL RECEIVE AN INCENTIVE PAYMENT OF $2000.

SALARY Non-Certified $66,580 Certified $66,580 – $75,524