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The Quality-of-Life Officer is a sworn law enforcement officer responsible for carrying out a combination of administrative, enforcement, and public service duties. This position supports the department's mission by:
- Investigating complaints from the public and outside agencies
- Conducting site inspections
- Issuing warnings or citations for violations
- ·Working with the community to resolve issues and maintain public safety
Quality-of-Life Officers play a key role in upholding City ordinances and ensuring community standards are met.
Essential Job Functions
- Investigate complaints received from residents, businesses, and outside agencies as they deal with quality-of-life issues. If any operations are needed to be assigned this information will be forwarded to our Special Operations Division under Uniform Patrol.
- Conduct site inspections to ensure compliance with City codes and ordinances.
- Issue verbal and written warnings, citations, or other enforcement actions as appropriate.
- Provide information and guidance to the public regarding ordinances and regulations for compliance.
- Maintain accurate records, reports, and documentation of inspections, violations, and resolutions.
- Collaborate with community stakeholders to resolve issues and promote voluntary compliance.
- Assist with special events, traffic control, and public safety measures as needed.
- Represent the department in meetings, hearings, and community initiatives.
- Part Time Bailiff for Municipal Court
- Perform other related duties as assigned.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
- Some knowledge of the relationship among the different offices and agencies involved in law enforcement.
- Basic computer ability that requires familiarity with software programs, including Word, Excel, and various software programs in use by the Department.
- Excellent verbal communication skills.
- Establish open and effective communication patterns with co-workers and members of the public via traditional and non-traditional forms of communication.
- To utilize various pieces of office equipment or other equipment related to job duties.
Education
High school diploma or GED required; Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Criminal Justice, Public Administration, or related field preferred.
Experience
- Minimum of one (1) year of experience in law enforcement preferred.
- Strong understanding of law enforcement practices, report writing, and criminal and traffic law.
- Proficient in Microsoft Office and able to learn and operate law enforcement databases and reporting software.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Demonstrates ability to work independently and manage time effectively.
License(s)
Possession of a valid Georgia driver's license.
Certification
Must be a certified peace officer in the State of Georgia, in good standing with the Georgia Peace Officer Standards and Training Council (POST).
This job description should not be interpreted as all-inclusive. It is intended to identify the essential functions and requirements of this job. Incumbents may be requested to perform job-related responsibilities and tasks other than those stated in this specification. Any essential function or requirement of this class will be evaluated as necessary should an incumbent/applicant be unable to perform the function or requirement due to a disability as defined by the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). Reasonable accommodation for the specific disability will be made for the incumbent/applicant when possible.