Class Code: 16005
IOWA DEPARTMENT OF ADMINISTRATIVE SERVICES –
HUMAN RESOURCES
TROOPER, SENIOR
DEFINITION
Performs enforcement, service, and other specific
objectives of the Iowa State Patrol as a state peace officer as defined in the
Code of Iowa. Positions assigned to
Capitol Complex perform community policing, service, and law enforcement duties
including security, the regulation of the orderly flow of traffic and
preserving the peace in and around the Capitol Complex and Terrace Hill;
performs related work as required.
The
Work Examples and Competencies listed are for illustrative purposes only and
not intended to be the primary basis for position classification decisions.
WORK EXAMPLES
Collects and retains contraband and evidence in
order to seize illegal items and items of evidence in criminal and civil cases,
and documents charges filed by following search and seizure procedures,
returning materials to the owner or proper authority, or destroying when
required.
Protects and secures accident, disaster and crime
scenes in order to preserve evidence, and protects persons and property by
using techniques such as additional manpower, sealing off the area, barricades,
locking and guarding establishments, properly placed patrol car, red lights,
flags and re-routing traffic; administers medical aid to preserve life,
alleviate suffering, minimize injuries, prevent shock and prepare for
transportation to medical facility.
Obtains and serves arrest warrants and takes
individuals into custody as required by the court and/or Iowa Code; conducts
interviews and interrogations to obtain evidence, confessions and admissions of
criminal acts, and determines cause and contributing factors; advises the
Miranda Warning when applicable, questions and observes suspects, drivers,
occupants, and witnesses; records the information obtained.
Notifies the next of kin and attempts to locate
persons in order to convey death, serious injury or illness message; gives
emotional and physical support through personal or telephone contact, by
utilizing friends, relatives or clergy and applying human relations skills.
Maintains public relations, and disseminates
information in order to make the public and law enforcement more knowledgeable
and proficient in safety, accident prevention, and motor vehicle law by
conducting seminars, giving lectures, guiding group discussions and conducting
on-the-job training.
Enforces motor vehicle laws to promote safety and
reduce accidents, expedite traffic flow, enforce state statutes; regulates
traffic and parking with the use of citations, warnings and verbal direction;
assists motorists with vehicular problems; determines severity and location of
accidents by evaluating information given and observing accident scene;
visually inspects all types of vehicles in order to determine equipment safety,
proper registration, licenses, permits, and driver condition.
Prepares and testifies in court to present the facts
surrounding any civil, criminal or departmental action.
Responds to and controls civil disorders, disturbances
and riots, restores order and protects property and personal safety according
to established Patrol procedures; provides security and crowd control while
maintaining self-discipline and objectivity under stressful situations.
Provides around-the-clock service to the public and
other law enforcement agencies.
Cares for and takes custody of emotionally
disturbed persons to protect them from injury to themselves, others or
property.
Completes required written and investigative reports
to comply with departmental rules, division regulations and procedures, to
establish permanent records for statistical and "factual" reporting
and evaluation of Trooper performance.
CAPITOL COMPLEX POSITIONS:
In addition to the work examples above, Capitol
Complex Trooper, Senior positions will also include the following:
Reviews security and surveillance reports as to content and to determine the need for dissemination to internal
and external personnel.
Assists Governor’s Security Detail with protection and
transportation of the Governor, Lieutenant Governor, and the First Lady when
necessary; provides security for dignitaries and/or government officials;
provides around-the-clock service on and around the Capitol Complex and
Terrance Hill.
Receives preliminary investigative reports of criminal
activity on the Capitol Complex and/or Terrace Hill from State Patrol
Officers. Serves as lead investigator
for threats of extortion, bomb threats, thefts, assaults, and other criminal
activity occurring on the Capitol Complex and/or Terrace Hill. Contacts the Division of Criminal
Investigation for assistance when investigating serious criminal activity.
Serves as leadworker as necessary to assist
supervisory personnel.
Assists Iowa State Patrol Post 1 with Patrol duties
when approved by supervisory personnel and as staffing permits.
Patrols on foot and by vehicle assigned areas for
criminal activity, security, fires, and safety hazards.
Escorts persons carrying funds for government
agencies.
Assists in building evacuations and other safety
precautions such as tornado warnings and disaster drills.
Assists supervisors with developing and implementing
emergency preparedness and response plans and ensuring training requirements of
Capitol Complex officers are maintained.
SPECIAL ASSIGNMENTS:
After a minimum period of service as a Trooper has
been completed, the following assignments are available.
Community Services Officer (Minimum 3
years)
* Presents
safety programs as assigned.
* Promotes and
presents programs for civic, fraternal, and business organizations.
* Creates and
maintains safety displays at conferences, training, etc.
* Participates
in recruitment activities to effectively market the Department of Public Safety
and employment opportunities within the department.
Trooper Pilot - See class description
Vehicle Theft Officer
* Conducts
special investigations into area of vehicle theft.
* Inspects
recovered stolen vehicles for fingerprints, collects other evidence.
Technical Investigator/Accident Reconstructionist
* Initiates
critical accident scene measurements.
* Prepares
accident situation maps and determines speed calculations.
* Prepares
reports and documents evidence for use as expert testimony.
COMPETENCIES REQUIRED
Knowledge of department’s
values, vision, mission statement, and rules/regulations/procedures.
Knowledge of division’s mission statement and
rules/regulations/procedures.
Knowledge of police and CB radio operational
procedures.
Knowledge
of geographic features of the state and an in-depth knowledge of working areas,
including all roadways and detours, local landmarks and points of interest.
Knowledge of techniques necessary to protect accident
scene.
Knowledge of evidence and contraband, and how it
should be preserved, identified, and transported.
Knowledge of the Code of Iowa, especially sections
pertaining to Motor Vehicle Law and Criminal Law.
Knowledge of arrest and arrest warrant procedures.
Knowledge of driving while intoxicated (DWI) and
implied consent procedures.
Knowledge of court procedures.
Knowledge of what constitutes a traffic hazard.
Knowledge of what constitutes an abandoned vehicle and
procedures.
Knowledge of combustible, explosive and radiological
materials.
Knowledge of Department of Public Safety
Criminalistics Laboratory procedures.
Knowledge of use, mechanical operation, maintenance
and safety of firearms.
Ability to operate vehicle safely under emergency
conditions and under all types of weather and road conditions.
Ability to assess severity of accidents in order to
summon emergency equipment, and personnel.
Ability to perform emergency medical techniques
approved for use by the Department of Public Safety.
Ability to apply investigative techniques to vehicle
accidents and criminal activity.
Ability to recognize and report hazardous weather and
road conditions.
Ability to detect equipment, registration, and
licensing violations.
Ability to detect through visual sighting and use of
testing procedures and equipment a person whom is under the influence of
alcohol or drugs.
Ability to conduct a lawful search following search
and seizure procedures.
Ability to compute speed utilizing speed analysis
techniques, and determine violations of motor vehicle laws.
Ability to identify stolen vehicles and property.
Ability to fingerprint a person.
Ability to understand behavior patterns of people with
whom the Trooper comes in contact, and to identify suspicious behavior.
Ability to communicate verbally and non-verbally in a
confident manner.
Ability to maintain self-discipline, and remain
objective and professional under physical and verbal abuse, and in emotionally
stressful situations.
Ability to make decisions and react appropriately in a
dangerous or stressful situation.
Ability to restrain individuals taken into custody.
Ability to defend oneself or others from injury or
harm.
Ability to meet customer needs in a consistently
helpful and courteous manner.
Ability to work cooperatively with others as part of a
team.
Ability to apply personal work attitudes such as
honesty, responsibility and trustworthiness required to be a productive
employee.
Displays high standards of ethical conduct. Exhibits honesty and integrity. Refrains from theft-related, dishonest or
unethical behavior.
Works and communicates with internal and external
clients and customers to meet their needs in a polite, courteous, and
cooperative manner. Committed to quality
service.
Displays a high level of initiative, effort and
commitment towards completing assignments efficiently. Works with minimal supervision. Demonstrates responsible behavior and
attention to detail.
Responds appropriately to supervision. Follows policy and cooperates with
supervisors.
Aligns behavior with the needs, priorities and goals
of the organization.
Encourages and facilitates cooperation, pride, trust,
and group identity. Fosters commitment
and team spirit.
Expresses information to individuals or groups effectively, taking into account the audience and nature of the information. Listens to others and responds appropriately.
CAPITIOL COMPLEX POSITIONS:
In addition to the general competencies listed above, Trooper, Senior officers assigned to the Capitol Complex must possess the following competencies:
Knowledge of community policing techniques.
Knowledge of appropriate protocol when protecting and transporting the Governor, Lt. Governor, First Lady and when working with dignitaries and other state officials.
Knowledge of geographical features of the state
Capitol Complex and Terrace Hill and of the areas surrounding the Capitol
Complex and Terrace Hill, including all roadways and detours, local landmarks
and points of interest.
Knowledge of the various state offices and surroundings.
Knowledge of the basic functions of the state agencies/departments.
EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE, AND SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS
Troopers in the Department of Public Safety
qualify for promotion to Trooper, Senior with:
a Bachelor’s degree from an
accredited college or university and experience equal to 11 years of full-time
work as a peace officer in the department;
OR
an Associate’s degree from an
accredited college and experience equal to 13 years of full-time work as a
peace officer in the department;
OR
experience equal to 15 years
of full-time work as a peace officer in the department.
NOTE:
Employees must possess the
ability to work on all shifts, extended hours, holidays
and weekends.
NOTE:
Positions in this class are exempt from the screening
and referral requirements of the Iowa Department of Administrative Services –
Human Resources Enterprise. Apply
directly to the Department of Public Safety.
Effective
Date: 8/05
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