Job Description
Police Officer The Bridgeton Police Department is seeking to establish an eligibility list for full time Police Officers to perform police patrol, investigation, traffic regulation, and related law enforcement duties. Police Officers work under the general supervision of a Police Sergeant. The testing and selection process may include a physical agility test, written exam, oral interviews, background investigation, pre-employment polygraph examination and drug testing, post-offer medical examination, polygraph examination and psychological evaluation. Essential Duties and Responsibilities The following duties are normal for this position. These are not to be construed as exclusive or all-inclusive. Other duties may be required and/or assigned. Conducts Law Enforcement patrols within the City to preserve the peace, enforce the law, control vehicle and pedestrian traffic, prevent, deter, and investigate reports of violations of law, while promoting the safety and security of the public. Acts as a First Responder to emergency and other calls for service and takes appropriate action to mitigate injury, damage, and safeguard property. Conducts follow-up investigations of crimes to include questioning victims, witnesses, suspects, and gathering of physical evidence. Prepares all reports and records as required by departmental policy in a professional manner and appears in Court as required. Assists citizens with stalled vehicles, directions, crime prevention, drug awareness and traffic safety. Coordinates enforcement activities within the department and with other agencies as required. Consults with and exchanges information with officers, the City Attorney, County Prosecutor's Office and others as required to ensure timely and effective prosecution of cases. Consults with police supervisory staff to coordinate investigation and enforcement activit