Senior Police Officer Job at District of Columbia Housing Authority, Washington, DC 20003

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Job Description

Job Description

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

  • Assists newly sworn police officers with all facets of job orientation;
  • Patrols assigned area on foot, by motorcycle or in patrol car, to enforce laws, prevent and discover crimes, investigate crimes, maintain order, and answer calls and complaints;
  • Answers radio-dispatched or citizens' requests for police services at the scene of accidents, domestic disputes, law violations, and peace disturbances;
  • Familiarizes self with beat and with persons living in area;
  • Investigates illegal or suspicious activities, persons, and establishments; and quells disturbances;
  • Locates, searches, detains, and arrests law violators, following recognized police procedures;
  • Displays promptness for all duty assignments, i.e., roll call, and scheduled court hearings;
  • Interviews and questions victims, witnesses, and suspects;
  • Gathers and preserves evidence;
  • Performs first aid and provides other assistance to accident and other victims;
  • Investigates causes and results of incidents/accidents;
  • Directs and controls traffic;
  • Issues written citations for traffic and other minor violations;
  • Operates police communication and computer equipment to obtain, disseminate, and report information;
  • Attends community meetings to discuss crime prevention activities and crime problems;
  • Writes detailed incident, investigation, activity, and other reports;
  • Testifies in court to present evidence by describing conditions, situations, and actions;
  • Performs other related duties as assigned.

Job Requirements

Education and/or Experience

Retired sworn Police Officer under the optional retirement of the Metropolitan Police Department

Incumbent must:

  • Possess a valid driver’s license prior to appointment and during tenure of employment.
  • Pass a medical examination, including being of proportionate weight and height.
  • Pass a psychological examination and drug-screening test.
  • Pass a thorough background investigation.
  • Possess a high moral character for carrying out law enforcement duties.
  • Must be a United States citizen.

This position is designated as “essential”.

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