Class Code: 16010
IOWA DEPARTMENT OF ADMINISTRATIVE SERVICES –
HUMAN RESOURCES
TROOPER―PILOT
DEFINITION
Performs enforcement, service,
and other specific objectives of the Iowa State Patrol, both on the ground or
in an airplane. All positions in this class are state peace
officers as defined in the Code of Iowa; 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
Operates aircraft to observe and report
violations, motorists in need of assistance, traffic flow patterns that may
require direction or control; provides relays, searches, transportation, and
undercover assistance.
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,
fuses, flags and re-routed traffic.
Conducts, interviews and interrogations in order 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 messages, and 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.
Determines severity and location of accidents by
evaluating information given and observing accident scene.
Inspects all types of vehicles in order to determine
equipment safety, proper registration, licenses, permits, and driver condition
by routine patrol and spot-checking on a public highway.
Prepares and testifies in court to present the facts
surrounding any civil, criminal or departmental action.
Serves arrest warrants and takes individuals into
custody as required by the court and/or Iowa Code.
Enforces motor vehicle laws to promote safety and
reduce accidents, expedite traffic flow, enforce state statutes and abide by
oath of office.
Administers medical aid to preserve life, alleviate
suffering, minimize injuries, prevent shock and prepare for transportation to
medical facility.
Responds to and controls civil disorders,
disturbances, and riots, restores order, and protects property and personal
safety according to established Patrol procedures.
Provides round-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.
Collects, preserves, and records evidence, identifies
and interviews involved persons, and establishes the basis for criminal
process.
Knowledge of the techniques necessary to safely operate an airplane.
Knowledge of the manner in which speed is
determined through aerial observation.
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 OMVUI 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 D.P.S. Criminalistics Lab procedures.
Knowledge of use, mechanical operation, maintenance
and safety of firearms.
Ability to operate an airplane.
Ability to operate vehicle safety 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 who 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.
EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE, AND SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS
Graduation from high school or G.E.D. and
possession of an appropriate pilots license.
NOTE:
All applicants must be eligible for enrollment in the
a) Thorough
background investigation and evaluation (including fingerprint searches) for
substance abuse, or arrest and conviction records that indicate an individual
could not serve effectively as a peace officer.
b) Physical
examination and agility test to assure that an individual is free from
conditions which might adversely affect the performance of duties (drug screens
included).
c) Vision
exam requiring uncorrected vision of not less than 20/100 correctable to 20/20
with normal color vision.
d) Hearing
exam with a loss not exceeding a 25 decibel average in
either ear at 1000, 2000, and 3000 cycles.
e) Height
and weight within acceptable limits in relation.
f)
g) Oral
Board and Polygraph review.
h) Age
- applicants must be 22 years of age.
All applicants must be
NOTE:
This position is only available by promotion from the
position of Iowa State Trooper. (See
Department of Public Safety Promotional Policy.)
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 DF