Patrol Officer
On-site · Shawnee, Oklahoma, United States
Job Summary
Patrol tribal grounds, investigate crimes within Tribal jurisdiction, assist in investigations of crimes and criminal activity, and perform other duties as assigned. Responsibilities include patrolling assigned areas to prevent crime or disturbances, conducting or assisting in investigations, conducting interviews and interrogations, preparing clear reports and conclusive documentation of investigations, testifying in court as needed, and handling physical evidence. Requires CLEET certification and solid knowledge of federal, state, and local criminal law, search and seizure rights, and proper questioning methods; proficient use of firearms and other defensive tools; ability to analyze information, work under stress, and maintain effective working relationships.
Required Qualifications
- Must be CLEET Certified
- Knowledge of the law for the protection of all individuals, including search and seizure, rights to an attorney and proper method of questioning suspects
- Knowledge of the criminal law (Federal, state and local) and of the laws, rules precedents, and relationships affecting jurisdiction in criminal cases in Indian Country
- Basic skills to independently conduct complete investigations and prepare conclusive reports on ordinary simple criminal cases
- Ability to distinguish between relevant and irrelevant information and evidence
- Skill in the use of firearms used on duty and other offensive and defensive weapons used on duty including but not limited to impact weapons, chemical agents, and electronic control weapons
- Ability to analyze, evaluate and organize information for the preparation of clear concise reports
- Ability to deal effectively with others under stress
- Knowledge of the principles and techniques of investigations
- Skill in conducting interviews and interrogations
- Ability to testify in court
- Skill in recognizing, collecting and preserving physical evidence
- Six months course work above High School level in law enforcement or related field; or six months experience in law enforcement; or any equivalent combination of training and experience.
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