This job was posted by https://www.kansasworks.com : For moreinformation, please see: https://www.kansasworks.com/jobs/12807492Position Summary: Patrol / Enforcement Promote general public safety andthe protection of the citizens and travelers of Kansas through carefuland safe actions and observations. Addresses any public health,unstable, or unlawful situation that may arise and acts within law,policy, and general professional conduct to best serve the public.

　　Reports/Communication/Investigation/Court Initiates and completesdetailed reports, legal documents, and other required paperwork.Prepares a variety of reports including those on activities, operations,arrests made, and unusual incidents observed. Prepares investigativereports and case information. Communicates effectively in order toreceive all necessary information to perform duties andresponsibilities; and to respond and transmit all relevant information.This is done through proper operation of all radio/ telephone equipment;knowledge of radio 10-codes and phonetic alphabet; effective use ofEnglish language; and skill in questioning, interrogating, andnegotiating with suspects. Performs investigations and searches in orderto gather information and evidence at crash and crime scenes. Testifiesin courts and judicial hearings, prepares and presents case evidence,and responds to mandatory court calls during irregular hours.

　　Training Completes annual training required to retain State lawenforcement certification(s). Develops skills and knowledge required toperform duties which may include but are not limited to training in:firearms, defensive tactics, restraint techniques, motor vehicleoperation, operation and care of equipment, communication, first aide,motor vehicle inspections, enforcement and investigations. Acquiresknowledge and understanding of State and Federal laws and Kansas HighwayPatrol policy and procedures. Acquires and retains requiredcertifications. Attends training as assigned.

　　Training Academy: During the Training Academy, you will receiveintensive classroom and practical law enforcement training at the KansasHighway Patrol Training Academy in Salina. You will manage your personaland study time in order to complete assigned projects. You must take andmaintain notes and handout materials. You will participate in smallgroup and team exercises. You must practice good judgement andproblem-solving skills, using information presented, policy andprocedure guidance, and present acceptable solutions and/or reactions.

　　You will receive intensive physical fitness training. You will cultivatean understanding of the importance of physical fitness. You willcomplete multiple physical assessments throughout the Academy,including: aerobic capacity test, by running 1.5 miles as quickly aspossible; three dynamic strength tests, by doing as many sit-ups,push-ups, and pull-ups as possible in two minutes; following a strictprotocol. You will display improvement in physical performance over thecourse of academy training. Physical demands are considerable. There isa high degree of physical exertion. Serious injury is possible.

　　There is exposure to all weather conditions requiring certain gear.Mental stress is considerable. Adjusting to the lifestyle is difficult.

　　You will receive intensive skill-oriented training, utilizing HighwayPatrol issued equipment and defensive tactics. You will establishadvanced driving skills, by developing the ability to safely navigate apolice vehicle through numerous, closely spaced, obstacles, withinstruction on different courses.

　　You will develop the ability to disassemble, clean, and reassemblefirearms using knowledge of parts and the ability to follow cleaning andassembly procedures. You will establish the ability to identify whendeadly force is necessary and allowed. You will qualify with each issuedfirearm, both during dayli ht and nighttime. You will achieve skillutilizing Highway Patrol issued defensive weapons and personal controlequipment, including: ASP Baton, Electronic Control Weapon (TASER),oleoresin capsicum spray, and handcuffs. You will be able to determinewhich defensive and/or control equipment is appropriate for a particularsituation. You will qualify with each item of equipment by demonstratinga knowledge of agency policy and procedures, following strict protocols.

　　You will complete First Aid and CPR Training. You will develop theability to diffuse a violators anger through control of voice, emotions,and body language.

　　All machines and equipment are used a considerable amount of time.Patrol vehicle, Mobile Data Unit, multi-channel radio, radar unit,programmable scanner, in-car video recording system and different typesof emergency lighting devices and sirens. Firearms, Evidential BreathAlcohol Testing (EBAT) device, emergency first aid equipment andtelephones.

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