Beyond the badge is someone who accepts responsibility and is working to gain the respect of the community.
Metropolitan Police Officer
The job of a police officer can be tough and unpredictable, but it is also an extremely rewarding career choice.
The starting/probationary position is called Metropolitan Police Recruit (MPR). Read more
A Metropolitan Police Officer (MPO) independently performs a variety of law enforcement, crime prevention, investigative and other specialized police work.
A few examples:
- Patrols an assigned area on foot or in a mobile vehicle
- Conducts investigations of complaints, misdemeanors, felonies, traffic violations, crimes of violence, etc.
- Directs and controls traffic
- Conducts investigations of traffic accidents
- Responds to emergencies, maintains order, renders first aid, safeguards property, preserves evidence, and detains suspected violators of the laws
- Questions witnesses and suspects
- Makes arrests
- May assist and participate in police-community relations activities
- Prepares various reports
You can view the complete list at the City's DHR website:
- DHR Class Specifications (Type Metropolitan Police in the search feature)
As an officer's skills and knowledge develop, the opportunities to work in other assignments may become available. Read more