Police Reserve - Skills

Police Reserve Officers must be able to and are expected to operate a motor vehicle, firearms and weapons skillfully and safely; operate two-way radio following proper communication procedures.

Police Reserve - Abilities
  • Pass physical, psychological and agility tests
  • Tactfully and effectively relate with different racial, ethnic, age, and economic groups
  • Comprehend and understand departmental rules, procedures, police instructions,laws, and general literature pertaining to law enforcement activities
  • Interpret state motor vehicle codes and traffic safety laws and local ordinances
  • Accurately recall the circumstances under which traffic violations occurred for testimony purposes
  • City geography, street layouts and traffic and crime patterns
  • Work effectively in team response situations; exercise tact and diplomacy in maintaining self-control in confrontational situations; communicate clearly
  • Accurately recall names, faces and details regarding crime incidents
  • Folllow proper safety rules and procedures
  • Work under variable weather conditions
  • Understand and carry out oral or written commands and instructions
  • Complete clear and accurate police reports and work activity records
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