Police Patrol Officer jobs in Ashford, CT

Police Patrol Officer is responsible for patrolling an assigned area to prevent and discover crime and to enforce regulations. Responsible for responding to calls, taking necessary action at the scene of crime or disturbance, conducting investigations, making arrests, testifying in court, and completing reports/forms and routine paperwork. Being a Police Patrol Officer requires an associate degree in criminal justice and/or additional certifications and at least 12 to 18 months of law enforcement experience. Requires Firearms Certification. Additionally, Police Patrol Officer typically reports to a police sergeant. The Police Patrol Officer works under moderate supervision. Gaining or has attained full proficiency in a specific area of discipline. To be a Police Patrol Officer typically requires 1-3 years of related experience. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)

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Police Officer
  • State of Connecticut - Eastern CT State Univ
  • Windham, CT FULL_TIME
  • Introduction

    Located in Willimantic, CT,�Eastern Connecticut State University (ECSU)�is one of the�State of Connecticut�institutions of higher learning and the state’s designated public liberal arts university.��Our mission is to provide�high�quality undergraduate and select graduate programs to a diverse population of talented students.� We are currently accepting one (1) Connecticut POST Certified�Police Officer�to work at our campus, located in Windham County.� WHAT WE CAN OFFER YOU: Industry leading health�benefits, including medical, vision and dental coverage Competitive starting salary and structure� Extensive pension plan and supplemental retirement offerings Paid time off- including 13 holidays per calendar year Professional growth and development opportunities Culture that encourages�work-life balance�as well as an employee assistance program Work for a Forbes top company: ‘Forbes’�State of Connecticut Ranked One of the Best Employers of 2023�State of CT Receives National Recognition for Offering Job Growth, Competitive Benefits, and Flexible Schedule POSITION HIGHLIGHTS: Full-time, 40 hours per week Must be available to work all shifts Candidates must be able to prove current State of Connecticut POSTC certification� Candidates must have been certified for over two years to be considered� THE ROLE:� As a University Police Officer, you will: Respond to emergencies and requests for assistance; provide crowd control at various events and activities;� Monitor designated areas to ensure physical security and authorized access in order to prevent theft, trespass, vandalism, or violation of state statutes or regulations;� Provide directions and routine information to the public; initiate and conduct criminal and other investigations of violations, suspicious activities or reports of incidents occurring within jurisdiction;� Direct traffic and enforce motor vehicle and parking regulations;� Conduct on-site investigations, including question witnesses, arrest individuals at scenes, and issue summonses;� Record information; and, Serve as dispatcher when necessary. FOR ASSISTANCE IN APPLYING Please visit our�'Applicant Tips on How to Apply'�page

    Selection Plan

    For current state employees, salary calculations are not necessarily comparable from one of the three branches of state government (i.e., Executive, Legislative, Judicial) to the other. NOTE:�In order to comply with Public Act 21-69, the State of Connecticut is no longer asking for resumes during the initial application process.� The immediate vacancy is listed above, however, applications to this recruitment may be used for future vacancies in this job class.� This posting may require completion of additional referral questions (RQs) which will be sent to you via email after the closing date. The email notification will include an expiration date by which you must submit (Finish) your responses. Please regularly check your email for notifications. Please check your SPAM and/or Junk folders, as emails could end up there in error.� All application materials must be received by the recruiting agency by the time specified on the job opening for the position for which you are applying. Late applications may not be submitted and will not be considered. Exceptions are rare and limited to documented events that incapacitate a candidate during the entire duration of the job posting time period.� It is the candidate’s obligation and responsibility to request an exception and provide a legally recognized justification to accommodate such exception.� Requests should be made to�HR-Recruitment@easternct.edu. Should you have questions pertaining to any phase of this recruitment, please contact the hiring agency's human resources office: Charlene Gobeli,�HR-Recruitment@easternct.edu, (860) 465-4649.

    PURPOSE OF JOB CLASS (NATURE OF WORK)

    In a state agency, college or university this class is accountable for independently performing a full range of tasks in the protection, safety and security of individuals and property with full police powers and responsibility for law enforcement.

    EXAMPLES OF DUTIES

    The Police Officer may perform a combination or concentration of the following functions on a fixed or rotating basis as directed by the agency: SECURITY:� Provides crowd control at various events and activities;� Monitors designated areas to ensure physical security and authorized access in order to prevent theft, trespass, vandalism or violation of state statutes or regulations;� Gives directions and routine information to the public;� Participates in evacuation activities in event of fire, bomb threats or other potential disasters;� Operates firefighting apparatus if needed;� May conduct cruiser or foot patrols;� May conduct bicycle patrols as weather permits. PROTECTION:� Provides traffic and/or crowd control;� Assesses nature of further assistance needed and makes timely and appropriate arrangements;� May gather background information and provide threat assessments regarding high risk locations, safety of persons or property, biological or physical threats;� May respond to emergency situations and provide CPR or first aid to injured parties;� May transport or escort couriers with currency and prisoners or Absent Without Leave (AWOL) persons;� May assist in search for escaped patients or inmates;� May assist State Police in investigation of major criminal acts;� May be required to maintain building security and perform patrol duties at time of heightened alert level under Homeland Security procedures. ENFORCEMENT:� Directs traffic and enforces motor vehicle and parking regulations;� May initiate and conduct criminal and other investigations of violations, suspicious activities or reports of incidents occurring within jurisdiction;� May conduct on site investigations, question witnesses, arrest individuals at scene and issue summons. ADMINISTRATION:� Records information;� Applies for and serves arrest warrants;� Processes paperwork on arrests and activity reports;� Arranges surety and non-surety bond payments or Written Promise to Appear (WPA);� Provides court testimony;� Conducts special programs, projects and services as required;� May process arrested individuals including determining charges, fingerprinting, photographing, initiating National Crime Information Computer (NCIC) check, searching, removing and inventorying personal belongings and transporting arrested persons to lock up;� May conduct various safety training, certification and/or recertification courses;� May perform minor equipment repairs;� May make public presentations regarding crime prevention and safety;� May serve as dispatcher;� Performs related duties as required.

    KNOWLEDGE, SKILL AND ABILITY

    Knowledge of police and security practices and procedures;� relevant state and federal laws, statutes and regulations;� traffic and crowd control practices and procedures;� criminal law and court procedures;� Considerable interpersonal skills;� oral and written communication skills;� Ability to analyze emergency situations and develop effective courses of action;� utilize computer software.

    MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS - GENERAL EXPERIENCE

    Certification as a law enforcement officer in the State of Connecticut pursuant to regulations promulgated by the Connecticut Police Officer Standards and Training Council. NOTE: Candidates with a pending certification status may be employed on a temporary basis pending re-certification by the Connecticut Police Officer Standards and Training Council.

    MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS - SUBSTITUTIONS ALLOWED

    Successful completion of prescribed training and probationary requirements set forth in the class of Protective Services Trainee.

    PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

    Individuals with the following experience/training is preferred: State of Connecticut POST C Certification for over two years Field training officer Prior University Police experience Cybercrime investigations Additionally, Current POSTC certified instructors in the following areas: Family violence FTO Human Trafficking Use of Force Sexual Assault Investigation

    SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS

    Applicants must be authorized to work lawfully in the United States by date of appointment. Candidates for this class are subject to selection standards pursuant to Section 7-294-a-e of the Connecticut General Statues and the regulations of the Connecticut Police Officer Standards and Training Council. Incumbents in this class must possess and maintain authority from the Commissioner of Emergency Services and Public Protection to “arrest and present before a competent authority any person for any offense committed within his precinct.” (Connecticut General Statutes 29-18 and/or 10a-142) Incumbents in this class must possess and maintain certification as a law enforcement officer in the State of Connecticut pursuant to Section 7-294-a-e of the Connecticut General Statutes and the regulations promulgated by the Connecticut Police Officer Standards and Training Council. Loss of certification will result in removal from the class. Incumbents in this class may be required to maintain certifications pursuant to the regulations of the Connecticut Police Officer Standards and Training Council and/or agency requirements. Incumbents in this class must possess and maintain a valid Motor Vehicle operator’s license. Incumbents in this class may be required to obtain and retain Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) certification. Incumbents in this class must be eligible and qualified to bear arms. Incumbents in this class may be required to travel. Department of Energy and Environmental Protection: Incumbents in this class will be required to obtain and retain a Standard First Aid certificate and CPR certificate and participate in any job-related training sessions. Department of Energy and Environmental Protection: Incumbents in this class must be willing to accept assignments or transfers to any region of the state consistent with departmental policies or stipulations and work a flexible schedule.

    CHARACTER REQUIREMENTS

    In addition to the checking of references and of facts stated in the application, a thorough background investigation of each candidate may be made before persons are certified for appointment.

    PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

    Incumbents in this class must have general good health, be free from any disease or injury which would impair health or usefulness and possess and retain sufficient physical strength, stamina, agility, endurance and visual and auditory acuity required, to perform the duties of the class. A physical fitness assessment will be required of all applicants. A comprehensive medical examination, including a controlled substance screening, will be required of all applicants upon a conditional offer of employment. Department of Energy and Environmental Protection: Incumbents in this class must be able to pass a swim test including swimming 100 yards within four (4) minutes.

    WORKING CONDITIONS

    Incumbents in this class may be exposed to unpleasant and/or dangerous situations which could cause injury or loss of life, to uncomfortable weather conditions and/or to confinement within a vehicle for prolonged periods.

    Conclusion

    AN AFFIRMATIVE ACTION/EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER The State of Connecticut is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer and strongly encourages the applications of women, minorities, and persons with disabilities.

    ACKNOWLEDGEMENT

    As defined by Sec. 5-196 of the Connecticut General Statutes, a job class is a position or group of positions that share general characteristics and are categorized under a single title for administrative purposes. As such, a job class is not meant to be all-inclusive of every task and/or responsibility.

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Police Officer - Starting rate 32.00/hr - Casual
  • Mashantucket Pequot Tribal Nation
  • Mashantucket, CT FULL_TIME
  • Under the direction and supervision of the Shift Sergeant or, in his or her absence, the senior most officer acting in the capacity of Shift Sergeant, the incumbent performs general police duties. A p...
  • 17 Days Ago

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Police
  • U.S. Army
  • Norwich, CT FULL_TIME
  • Basic Qualifications : Be under the age of 35 Education - Current Senior in High School(HS), HS Diploma, GED or higher Citizenship - U.S. Citizen / Permanent Resident background and medical screening ...
  • 11 Days Ago

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Police Officer - Starting Salary Entry Level $58,240.00; Starting Salary Certified $66,560.00/yr; $5,000.00 sign-on bonus
  • Mashantucket Pequot Tribal Nation
  • Mashantucket, CT FULL_TIME
  • Under the direction and supervision of the Shift Sergeant or, in his or her absence, the senior most officer acting in the capacity of Shift Sergeant, the incumbent performs general police duties. A p...
  • 17 Days Ago

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Security Officer
  • Canterbury Public Schools
  • Canterbury, CT PART_TIME
  • Job Summary:We are seeking a highly motivated and dedicated Security Officer to join our team. As a key member of our security team, the successful candidate will be responsible for ensuring the safet...
  • 27 Days Ago

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Loan Officer
  • Pinnacle Mortgage Corp
  • Dayville, CT OTHER
  • ABOUT US: Pinnacle Mortgage Corp. delivers top-tier financial services with competitive rates. Our mortgage professionals prioritize personalized attention, ensuring tailored financial solutions for p...
  • 2 Months Ago

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Cleared Security Officer
  • Paragon Systems Inc.
  • East Hartford, CT
  • $20.90 / hr. Full Time position: Monday - Friday, 9a - 5p Part Time position: Fri., Sat., and Sun. evening shift, 3p - 1...
  • 9/22/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Security Officer - Simsbury, CT (Part Time)
  • Curaleaf
  • Simsbury, CT
  • At Curaleaf, we're redefining the cannabis industry with a commitment to quality, expertise, and innovation. As a leadin...
  • 9/22/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Patrol Officer
  • Baystate Health
  • Palmer, MA
  • Summary: Under the direction of the security supervisor, protects the life and property of all persons on Baystate Healt...
  • 9/19/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Military Police
  • U.S. Army Recruiting - Albany Battalion
  • Norwich, CT
  • ***THIS POSITION REQUIRES AN ENLISTMENT IN THE U.S. ARMY OR ARMY RESERVE*** In the United States Army, Military Police o...
  • 9/19/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Certified Police Officer
  • Town of East Hartford, CT
  • East Hartford, CT
  • Salary : $74,816.00 - $81,933.00 Annually Location : Town of East Hartford, CT Job Type: Full-Time Job Number: 00245 Dep...
  • 9/19/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Military Police
  • U.S. Army Recruiting - Albany Battalion
  • Hartford, CT
  • ***THIS POSITION REQUIRES AN ENLISTMENT IN THE U.S. ARMY OR ARMY RESERVE*** In the United States Army, Military Police o...
  • 9/19/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Licensed Security Officer (54 HRS)
  • Securitas AB
  • Enfield, CT
  • ** Find your perfect role** ** Licensed Security Officer (54 HRS)** Location: **EN1 2AW, Enfield** Salary: **11.24 to 11...
  • 9/19/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Military Police
  • U.S. Army Recruiting - Albany Battalion
  • South Hadley, MA
  • ***THIS POSITION REQUIRES AN ENLISTMENT IN THE U.S. ARMY OR ARMY RESERVE*** In the United States Army, Military Police o...
  • 9/19/2024 12:00:00 AM

Ashford is a town in Windham County, Connecticut, United States. It is part of the Connecticut Quiet Corner. The population was 4,317 at the 2010 census. It was founded in 1714. Eastford was a part of Ashford until 1847, when the former split off to organize its own town. For this reason North Ashford is located in northeast Eastford. Ashford is home to the largest boy scout camp in Connecticut, the June Norcross Webster Scout Reservation; to Paul Newman's Hole in the Wall Gang Camp for children with cancer and other serious illness; to the Salvation Army CONNRI Lodge and Conference Center; an...
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Income Estimation for Police Patrol Officer jobs
$63,814 to $74,365
Ashford, Connecticut area prices
were up 1.7% from a year ago

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