Work involves receiving instruction on basic defensive tactics.
Works under close supervision with minimal latitude for the use of initiative and independent judgment. Maintains satisfactory performance level while receiving and demonstrating knowledge and skill in physical conditioning and basic defensive tactics including firearm and baton training. Maintains satisfactory performance level while receiving and demonstrating knowledge and skill in responding to inquiries and presenting educational programs to the public regarding applicable statutes, regulations, and agency programs. Maintains satisfactory performance level while receiving and demonstrating knowledge and skill in preparing and submitting reports and paperwork required by department procedures as well as reports and paperwork required by other agencies and courts. May perform traffic and criminal arrests.