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Legal Accreditation Coordinator Jobs in Washington, DC at The Ford Agency
JOB DESCRI PTION
POLICE OFFICER
POLICE DEPARTMENT Human Resources Department
700 Town Center Drive, Suite 200
Newport News, VA 23606
NEWPORT NEWS, VA Phone: (757) 926-1800
CITY OF OPPORTUNITY Fax: (757) 926-1825
GENERAL STATEMENT OF RESPONSIBILITIES
Under general supervision, this position performs a variety of duties in the areas of law enforcement
and crime prevention. Officers may be assigned to any functional area to include patrol,
investigations, or administration. Reports to a Police Sergeant.
There are three (3) levels of Police Officer distinguished by the level of work performed and the
qualifications of the employee. The levels are Police Officer, Senior Police Officer and Master Police
Officer.
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS
Provides general public assistance involving non-criminal activities such as traffic accidents, street
hazards, and other potential problems and hazards requiring law enforcement intervention; and
collaborates with the community in addressing problems.
Patrols and responds to a variety of criminal activities requiring law enforcement, intervention such
as homicides, sexual assaults, robberies, property crimes, domestic violence, vice and narcotics
related activities, crimes by and against juveniles, and other crimes; evaluates situation and
determines the most appropriate course of action.
Pursues or apprehends suspects and criminals; makes arrests which may involve physically
restraining or subduing individual(s) and possible use of deadly force; interviews and interrogates
victims, witnesses, suspects, and other contact persons; and protects the crime scene for processing;
and processes suspects.
Performs administrative duties in law enforcement, planning, and operations including preparing
and presenting court testimony; training; maintaining associated case files; preparing and completing
forms, narrative reports, and correspondence.
Performs other duties as assigned.
POSSIBLE ADDITIONAL TASKS
Canine Handlers – Provides back-up and assistance to uniform patrol officers using highly trained
dogs to search buildings, find missing persons, tracking suspects, crowd control, tactical situations,
investigation assistance, weapons and explosive searches, area and evidence searches, and confiscates
narcotics; feeds, grooms, and cares for the dog on a daily basis; and completes a variety of reports
and forms related to K-9 responsibilities.
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PERFORMANCE STANDARD
Employees at all levels are expected to effectively work together to meet the needs of the community
and the organization through work behaviors demonstrating the City’s Values. Employees are also
expected to lead by example and demonstrate the highest level of ethics.
REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE
Law Enforcement – Knowledge of the interpretation and application of laws, legal codes, court
procedures, government regulations, and the democratic political process. Use of a firearm.
Safety/Security – Knowledge of common safety rules, regulations, procedures and practices to
include effective restraint techniques, basic first aid and CPR.
Customer Service – Thorough knowledge of principles and processes for providing customer
services. This includes setting and meeting quality standards for services and evaluation of
customer satisfaction.
REQUIRED SKILLS
Decision Making – Evaluates and responds quickly to situations in a firm and tactful manner
while using integrity. Diffuses emotional situations and offers solutions. Considers the relative
costs and benefits of potential actions to choose the most appropriate one.
Interpersonal Relationships – Develops and maintains cooperative and professional relationships
with employees, managers, and representatives from other departments and organizations.
Shares knowledge with staff for mutual and departmental benefit. Maintain a positive image for
the City.
Judgment — Evaluates the best method of research and then exercises appropriate judgment in
establishing priorities and resolving complex matters.
REQUIRED ABILITIES
Communication – Ability to communicate ideas effectively, including the preparation of reports
and logs. Ability to listen and understand directions, information and ideas presented verbally
and in writing. Ability to handle a variety of customer service issues with tact and diplomacy in a
confidential manner. Must deal with people beyond giving and receiving instructions.
Time Management – Ability to plan and organize daily work routine. Establishes priorities for the
completion of work in accordance with sound time-management methodology. Attends meetings,
planning sessions and discussions.
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE
Police Officer – Requires a minimum of a high school or general diploma and at least one (1) year of
credited service as a Police Officer, First Level or equivalent in accordance with departmental policy.
Senior Police Officer – Requires five (5) years of credited service as a Police Officer with the City of
Newport News or equivalent in accordance with departmental policy.
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Master Police Officer – Requires at least five years of credited service as a DCJS certified law
enforcement officer (full-time) and have completed at least 60 semester hours or 90 quarter hours
towards an Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university, OR requires at
least eight years as a DCJS certified law enforcement officer (full time).
ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS
Requires a comprehensive background investigation to include a local, state and federal criminal
history check; sex offender registry and credit check.
Requires satisfactory results from a medical, psychological evaluation and pre-employment
substance abuse testing and is subject to random alcohol and controlled substance testing.
A valid Virginia’s driver’s license prior to employment with an acceptable driving record to include a
zero or positive point balance and required to refrain from the use of tobacco.
Must obtain and maintain for continued employment U.S. Citizenship prior to appointment as a
Police Officer; all State requirements for Police Officers as specified in Virginia Code; all federal and
state requirements to carry a firearm; may require certifications such as Breathalyzer certification.
Must successfully complete a certified Basic Law Enforcement Academy and associated field training
within one year of employment.
A Master Police Officer serves as a lead officer or may supervise a shift in the absence of the Sergeant.
Must be able to wear a standard issued duty belt with all applicable gear.
The job is considered Essential Personnel and will be required to work a variety of schedules in a 24
hour, 7 day a week, which includes, nights, weekends, holidays, and during and following natural
disasters and emergency situations.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
Tasks require the ability to exert moderate, though not constant physical effort.
Some combination of climbing and balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, running, crawling.
Some lifting to include overhead lifting, carrying, pushing and/or pulling moderately heavy
objects and materials (20-50 pounds)
May occasionally involve heavier objects and materials (up to 100 pounds).
SENSORY REQUIREMENTS
Some tasks require the ability to perceive and discriminate colors or shades of colors, sounds,
odor, depth, texture, and visual cues or signals.
Some tasks require the ability to communicate orally.
ENVIRONMENTAL EXPOSURES
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Performance of essential functions may require exposure to adverse environmental conditions, such
as dirt, dust, pollen, odors, wetness, humidity, weather, fumes, smoke, temperature and noise
extremes, hazardous materials, fire, traffic hazards, toxic agents, explosives, firearms, violence,
disease or rude/irate persons.
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Title: Legal Accreditation Coordinator
Company: The Ford Agency
Location: Washington, DC
