Position reports to the Shift Lieutenant through the Shift Sergeant. Makes arrests of persons who violate State of Georgia criminal/traffic laws and City of Thomasville ordinances. Patrols specific beat on foot and in patrol car. During patrol employee checks doors, windows, and premises of buildings.
Transports prisoners to jail or Police Department. Attends court as arresting officer. Investigates suspicious conditions and complaints and makes arrests when necessary. Directs traffic and works school crossing guard duty on occasion.
Monitors traffic and issues citations for violators. Attends fires or accidents in assigned area and gives all possible assistance to Fire Department and Emergency Medical Services. Assists other officers as needed. Performs road checks for routine license/insurance checks.
Completes all necessary reports to maintain police records. Monitors for automobile parking in restricted areas and issues citations to violators when necessary. Maintains law and order in crowds and attends parades, funerals, or other public gatherings. Operates two-way radio to dispatch patrol cars to the scene of a disturbance or crime.