Police Officer

The Police Officer performs duties in the protection of life and property and the preservation of order in the City of Ottawa. The employee in this position responds to calls for service, enforces all traffic laws, performs case investigation, and performs various other law enforcement duties.

Requirements

• Listen to mobile and portable radios and respond to calls for police assistance from the general public, including emergency calls.
• Patrol city streets for traffic violations and investigate motor vehicle accidents.
• Enforce all criminal and related federal, state, and local laws and ordinances.
• Investigate felony and misdemeanor crimes.
• Appear and testify in court proceedings.
• Prepare reports and maintain records.
• Maintain and clean patrol vehicles.
• Assist other departments and perform other related duties as assigned.

Benefits

• $27.13 - $37.98
• Overtime paid after 80 hours per pay period
• 2 weekends off in a row (4-day followed by 3-day weekend)