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HomeMy WebLinkAbout6.056 POLICE SERVICES OFFICER I 20260608.pdf PART I 6.056 Class Specifications for the Class: PO-01, BU-12 Duties Summary: Serves in a trainee capacity in a supervised Police Services Officer program; receives training in and performs a variety of non-hazardous field and routine administrative work in support of, or auxiliary to, police functions in preparation for a career in law enforcement; and performs other related duties as required. Distinguishing Characteristics: This class is intended for trainees enrolled in a supervised Police Services Officer program. Incumbents participate in classroom instruction and receive on-the-job training in law enforcement principles, crime prevention practices, and a variety of police operations and functions, while also carrying out administrative and field support duties across multiple functional areas. Police Services Officer I positions are temporary, developmental assignments for individuals pursuing a career in law enforcement who have not yet met all qualifications for appointment to the Police Services Officer II classification. Accordingly, candidates appointed to Police Services Officer I must demonstrate the potential and ability to transition to the Police Services Officer II classification upon meeting the established eligibility requirements. Examples of Duties: (The following are examples of duties and are not necessarily descriptive of any one position in this class. The omission of specific duties statements does not preclude management from assigning such duties if such duties are a logical assignment for the position.) • Participates in a supervised Police Services Officer I program involving orientation, classroom instruction, job training, and practical application of law enforcement principles, practices, procedures, and techniques; • Screens and responds to public inquiries and requests for police assistance by providing general information regarding police services, receiving and investigating non-criminal and non-hazardous complaints and incidents, and referring matters to appropriate personnel, departments, or agencies; • Receives telephone, walk-in, written, and electronic complaints regarding suspected illegal activities and forwards information to sworn personnel for appropriate action; PART I POLICE SERVICES OFFICER I 2 6.056 • Assists in the receiving, identification, processing, and transportation of non-violent detainees, reports, documents, correspondence, supplies, and equipment in accordance with department policy, without assuming custodial responsibility; • Assists sworn personnel with emergency management operations, homeless outreach efforts, community outreach projects, community presentations, station tours, and other public service activities; • Assists with traffic control during major traffic congestion incidents and may administer basic first aid in emergency situations; • Operates police radio communication equipment under the direction of sworn personnel and assists in preparing, processing, and disseminating police reports and operational logs using general office equipment; • Assists in conducting law enforcement-related surveys and studies, scheduling police training, inspecting police facilities, and initiating maintenance or repair requests; • Performs other related duties as required, consistent with the Police Services Officer I’s non-sworn status; and • Performs other related duties as assigned. Knowledge of: Grammar, spelling, and word usage. Ability to: Learn, explain, and apply applicable laws, ordinances, and regulations; learn police principles, practices, methods, and techniques; understand and follow oral and written instructions; communicate effectively both orally and in writing; learn the geography of the County of Kaua‘i; develop an understanding of the diverse populations within the community and work effectively with individuals from varied cultural and social backgrounds; maintain records and prepare routine reports; and operate various office equipment and related devices. This is the first specification for the class, June 8, 2026 PART II 6.056 Minimum Qualification Specifications For the Class: PO-01, BU-12 Training and Experience: A combination of education and experience substantially equivalent to graduation from high school. Substitutions Allowed: The following may be substituted for education: A. Four (4) years of full-time general work experience may be substituted for a high school diploma. B. Successful completion of semester credits leading towards a degree or diploma from an accredited community college, college or university, trades school, etc., may be substituted for up to four (4) years of the education requirement (15 semester credits = 6 months). C. An Associate’s, Bachelor’s, Master’s, or PhD degree from an accredited community college, college or university, trades school, etc., may be substituted for the education requirement. If a degree is used to substitute for the education requirement, it may not be used again towards the experience requirement. If work experience is used to substitute for education, it may not be used again to meet the experience requirement. If the applicant holds more than one degree, transcripts must be provided, and a thorough review will be conducted by the human resources staff in order for more than one degree to be credited towards the minimum qualification requirements. Additional degrees can be considered if obtained independently through mutually exclusive classes from another degree being considered. Substitutions will be used to the advantage of the applicant. Quality of Experience: Possession of the required number of years of experience will not in itself be accepted as proof of qualifications for a position. The applicant’s overall experience must have been of such scope and level of responsibility as to conclusively demonstrate that they have the ability to perform the duties of the position for which they are being considered. PART II POLICE SERVICES OFFICER I 2 6.056 License Requirement: Possession of a valid motor vehicle operator's license (Hawai‘i Type 3 or equivalent) and the appropriate licenses or certificates as required of the position. Selective Certification: Specialized knowledge, skills and abilities may be required to perform the duties of some positions. For such positions, Selective Certification Requirements may be established, and certification may be restricted to eligibles who possess the pertinent experience and/or training required to perform the duties of the position. Departments/Agencies requesting Selective Certification must show the connection between the kind of training and/or experience on which they wish to base selective certification and the duties of the position to be filled. Tests: Applicants may be required to qualify on an appropriate examination. Special Working Conditions: Irregular hours, shift and weekend work and exposure to hazardous and obnoxious conditions as required. Health and Physical Condition: Persons seeking appointment to positions in this class must meet the health and physical condition standards deemed necessary and proper to perform the essential functions of the position with or without reasonable accommodations. Physical Effort Grouping: Special This is the first specification for the class, June 8, 2026