Part-Time Police Officer

The Part-Time Police Officer is responsible for maintaining the safety, security, neutrality, integrity, and confidentiality of the court system. The Part-Time Police Officer prevents potentially life-threatening activities directed toward judges, court personnel, witnesses, defendants, prisoners, and the general public; maintains order in the courtrooms. The Part-Time Police Officer will also perform Police duties for city parks, downtown district and any special detail functions determined by the Chief of Police and or Command Staff.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

- Provide security for the Court (Arraignment & Environmental) and possess ability to effectively handle potentially volatile situations.

- Responsible for checking in all court participants, inspecting bags, etc.

- Secure Court sessions by providing protection and assistance for Court personnel and the public. Provide direction to individuals coming before the court.

- Effectively communicate with the Presiding Judge, Associate Judges, Court Administrator, Court staff, citizens, attorneys, and other law enforcement agencies to exchange information and ensure court security.

- Maintain accurate records and keep city materials, reports, and documents confidential as provided by policy and law.

- Provide any service to assist the Judge in conducting Court Sessions and any necessary services to ensure the daily operation of the Court

- Effectively communicate well with the general public to answer questions, take complaints, and assist in any way possible.

- Provide quality service that continuously improves, that meets or exceeds public expectations, and that ensures all are treated with courtesy, dignity, and respect.

- Assist in conducting all Court sessions, including handling of case files and their presentation for hearing to the Judge or Magistrate, escort defendants and other persons to the bench and/or other court offices.

- Transport (if necessary), escort and secure prisoners

- Handle and obtain fingerprints as necessary

- At the close of court sessions inspect the facility for safety and cleanliness

- Provide security for City Council meetings

- Safely operate a vehicle daily to perform essential functions of the position.

- Due to the nature of the job performed by Officers, assistance to the court may take on various forms not listed above. Generally speaking, an Officer must be willing to take on any task which he or she may be called upon to perform by the presiding judge or court administrator

ADDITIONAL JOB FUNCTIONS

- Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

- Requires a High School Diploma or GED equivalent and two (2) years of experience in law enforcement, or equivalent combination of education and experience.

- Georgia P.O.S.T. Certification required .

- U.S. citizenship is required, per P.O.S.T. certification prerequisites.

- Ability to complete the City of Chamblee Police Officer Field Training Program (F.T.O.).

- Good working knowledge of modern security methods, procedures, and objectives.

- Must possess a valid State Driver's License in good standing.

- Knowledge & understanding of:

Georgia and Federal criminal statutes, rules and regulations, and case law, general practices related to law enforcement, police management and administrative practices and procedures, and the geography of the community

- Principles, practices, and methods related to law enforcement and criminal justice administration

- Civil and criminal codes and city ordinances

- Law enforcement communications equipment, 911 communications and public safety dispatching

- Knowledge of the layout of local roads and of the locations and characteristics of the various neighborhoods.

- Treats others with dignity and respect and maintains a friendly demeanor; values the contributions of others

- Writes and speaks effectively, using conventions proper to the situation; asks questions to ensure understanding; exercises a professional approach with others using all appropriate tools of communication; uses consideration and tact when offering opinions

- Ability to exercise good judgment by making sound and well-informed decisions; perceives the impact and implications of decisions; makes effective and timely decisions, even when data are limited, or solutions produce unpleasant consequences.

- Ability to develop and maintain partnerships with others, both inside and outside the organization, who can provide information, resources, and advice. Builds constructive working relationships characterized by a high level of acceptance, cooperation, and mutual respect.