Police Officer

This position will serve as a Police Officer at the VA St. Louis Healthcare System in St. Louis, MO. The Police Officer will perform a full range of police duties by following and executing rules, regulations, or procedures covering law and rules enforcement, physical and personal security operations, patrol duties, control desk duty, coordination with local courts, and/or crime prevention activities for the local jurisdiction.Protects the civil rights of all individuals on VA controlled property;Prevents, detect and investigate crimes;Patrols assigned areas on foot or by motor vehicle;Subdues persons causing disturbance or who threaten harm to themselves or others;Follows rules/procedures concerning search and seizure of evidence and contraband;Obtains search and arrest warrants;Arrests violators;Provides basic first aid and CPR prior to arrival of emergency medical personnel;Prepares report of activities and events that occurred during shift;Performs traffic control; andAssists citizens in emergency situations;Performs other related duties as assigned.Work Schedule: Full-Time, Rotating Shifts, 6am-6pm or 6pm to 6 amPosition Description Title/PD#: Police Officer/PD10376APhysical Requirements: The work requires, on a regular and recurring basis, considerable and strenuous physical exertion such as running, frequent climbing of multiple flights of stairs, and carrying items weighing over 50 pounds. It requires stamina, physical agility, dexterity, and the strength to pursue, apprehend or detain persons who are often uncooperative, assaultive, and/or armed.Promotion Potential: This position is at the full performance level.