Town of Smithfield
Smithfield, VA, USA
JOB SUMMARY
Under direct supervision, this position performs general law enforcement work in order to preserve public peace and order; to protect lives, property, and rights of the public; and to enforce the laws; and to diminish crime and provide a safe environment in the Town of Smithfield. Work involves patrolling of Town to deter crime or apprehend and/or arrest violators or suspects; responding to calls for law enforcement assistance and gathering information for criminal investigations. The employee is subject to the usual hazards of law enforcement work. Performs related work as required.
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:
Reduces the commission of crimes and maintains law enforcement by deterrence through high visibility patrol throughout the Town.
Apprehends and/or arrests persons who violate statutory law and/or municipal ordinances.
Monitors radio calls; communicates with radio dispatcher and responds to complaints, reports of criminal...