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Example police officer requirements on a job description

Police officer requirements can be divided into technical requirements and required soft skills. The lists below show the most common requirements included in police officer job postings.
Sample police officer requirements
  • Valid driver's license
  • High school diploma or equivalent
  • Pass a physical agility test
  • Pass a background check
  • At least 21 years of age
Sample required police officer soft skills
  • Strong communication and problem-solving skills
  • Ability to work independently and as part of a team
  • Sound judgement and decision-making
  • Empathetic and trustworthy
  • Excellent attention to detail

Police officer job description example 1

Parkview Health police officer job description

Under the direction of the Deputy Chief of Police/Manager and the Captain/Supervisor, provides for the physical security of all Parkview owned buildings, equipment, and grounds. Administers related nonprofessional services necessary in assisting patients and their families. Creates a safe campus environment with an emphasis on customer relations and service excellence. Enhances the patient experience by taking proactive steps to ensure our customers receive services in a safe and secure environment. Performs general safety and security duties with an emphasis on the protection of life and property while providing enforcement of Parkview Health policies and procedures, and when necessary, in order to protect the safety and security of others, enforces Indiana state law as directed under IC 16-18-4. Typical functions include but are not limited to the following: foot and vehicle patrol, escort functions, collecting data for the preparation of crime and other types of event reports, access control, lost and found, handling of patient valuables and the pick up and release of deceased patients. Assists the Samaritan Crew as well as air crews from other medical services in unloading patients brought to Parkview via helicopter. Is responsible for delivering services to all customers, both internal and external, in a cheerful, respectful, and cordial manner and strives for service excellence in the delivery of all services.
Education

High School Diploma or GED required. Associate degree in related field preferred.

Licensure/Certification

Must have and maintain a valid driver's license at time of hire, Current CPR Certification within 90 days of hire, Nonviolent Crisis Intervention (CPI) within six (6) months of hire. Indiana Law Enforcement Academy within 1 year of hire.

Experience

Prior security officer, police or military police experience is preferred.

Other Qualifications

Must be computer literate, have excellent written and verbal communication skills. Must be physically able to handle disoriented, disruptive, or combative individuals. Must be available to work nights, weekends, and holidays outside of normal scheduled work hours. Must be available to work any Parkview owned site as needed. Must successfully pass a criminal background check. Must possess 20/40 vision with both eyes. Must be able to lift, push/pull 70 pounds. Demonstrates ability to multi-task and work independently using critical thinking skills.
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Police officer job description example 2

Village of Lincolnwood police officer job description

Application Deadline: Friday November 11, 2022

Starting Salary: 74,338.18

Salary Range: 74,338.18 - 105,440.50

Quali fi cations of Certi fi ed Entry Program for Police O ffi cers

All persons possessing certification from the Illinois Law Enforcement Training and Standards Board may be considered for accelerated entry (referred to as “certified entry candidates”). Certified entry candidates selected must first meet all the following criteria:

  • Previous status as a police officer and successfully completing the probationary period; and
  • Currently in good standing in the police department in which the person serves; and
  • Possesses substantially equivalent skills and abilities as a Village of Lincolnwood Police Officer who has completed the probationary period, as determined by the Village; and
  • Has at least 60 semester (90 quarter) hours of credit from a college or university accredited by one of the six regional accrediting bodies responsible for evaluating two- and four-year institutions that grant associate’s or bachelor’s degrees; or at least four years of continuous active duty in the armed forces of the United States; and
  • Taken and passed such examinations as the Board deems necessary to determine fitness for duty as a police officer with the Village.

Certified entry candidates who have been determined by the Board to meet the aforementioned requirements will not be required to attend an orientation or take the written entry level examination for police officer. For such candidates, the examination process may consist of an administrative interview, background investigation, oral interview by the Board, polygraph, psychological, physical agility examination (P.O.W.E.R. Test) and medical examination, including drug screen.

Application Process:

To apply, complete the Police Lateral application of employment. The Village will continue to accept applications until Friday November 11, 2022.

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Police officer job description example 3

Parkview Community Hospital Medical Center, Inc. police officer job description

Under the direction of the Deputy Chief of Police/Manager and the Captain/Supervisor, provides for the physical security of all Parkview owned buildings, equipment, and grounds. Administers related nonprofessional services necessary in assisting patients and their families. Creates a safe campus environment with an emphasis on customer relations and service excellence. Enhances the patient experience by taking proactive steps to ensure our customers receive services in a safe and secure environment. Performs general safety and security duties with an emphasis on the protection of life and property while providing enforcement of Parkview Health policies and procedures, and when necessary, in order to protect the safety and security of others, enforces Indiana state law as directed under IC 16-18-4. Typical functions include but are not limited to the following: foot and vehicle patrol, escort functions, collecting data for the preparation of crime and other types of event reports, access control, lost and found, handling of patient valuables and the pick up and release of deceased patients. Assists the Samaritan Crew as well as air crews from other medical services in unloading patients brought to Parkview via helicopter. Is responsible for delivering services to all customers, both internal and external, in a cheerful, respectful, and cordial manner and strives for service excellence in the delivery of all services.
Education

High School Diploma or GED required. Associate degree in related field preferred.

Licensure/Certification

Must have and maintain a valid driver's license at time of hire, Current CPR Certification within 90 days of hire, Nonviolent Crisis Intervention (CPI) within six (6) months of hire. Indiana Law Enforcement Academy within 1 year of hire.

Experience

Prior security officer, police or military police experience is preferred.

Other Qualifications

Must be computer literate, have excellent written and verbal communication skills. Must be physically able to handle disoriented, disruptive, or combative individuals. Must be available to work nights, weekends, and holidays outside of normal scheduled work hours. Must be available to work any Parkview owned site as needed. Must successfully pass a criminal background check. Must possess 20/40 vision with both eyes. Must be able to lift, push/pull 70 pounds. Demonstrates ability to multi-task and work independently using critical thinking skills.
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Updated March 14, 2024

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