Essential Functions: -- Essential functions, as defined under the Americans with Disabilities Act, may include any of the following representative duties, knowledge, and skills. Essential duties and responsibilities may include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Directs, controls and regulates vehicular and pedestrian traffic at intersections, school crossing zones, and City parking facilities; places and removes police barricades, and traffic control signs to ensure safety of individuals crossing or operating vehicles on hazardous streets.
• Obtains and gathers initial information to assist in the preparation of official police reports regarding non-criminal incidents such as found or lost property; creates files and ensures all information is accurately documented and organized.
• Provides directions to visitors and tourists; answers questions and concerns; directs individuals to appropriate areas and to the necessary individuals.
• Assists, supports, and participates in school safety programs.
• Performs special duties during parades and other special events; assists department with safety procedures and keeping order for various special programs.
• Operates and uses a police radio and other police equipment; summons and calls a police officer for various criminal and non-criminal matters as required.
• Performs security patrols of public facilities; monitors activities of pedestrians and tactfully addresses problems.
• Operates and uses Police Department vehicles as necessary for the performance of duties.
• Towing and deployment of trailered message boards and other department-maintained equipment.
• Flexible work schedule with the expectation you will be available to assist with department training and special events, which may occur during holidays.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Knowledge of -

• Business English, Spelling, and Arithmetic
• Office practices, procedures, and equipment
• Police department practices and procedures
• Laws, ordinances, and regulations
• Record keeping, report preparation, filing methods, and records
• General office policies and procedures; computers and general office equipment

• Organizing work and setting priorities to meet deadlines
• Understanding and applying laws
• Delivering competent direction upon inquiry
• Completing tasks given both orally and in writing
• Performing basic police work
• Establishing and maintaining strong office relationships
• Handling emergencies with tact and professionalism
• Operating a computer and related software