HIGHWAY PATROL MASTER/TECHNICAL TROOPER1013L1 Pay Grade: 29 30
Summary This is advanced professional or technical law enforcement work providing police services to the public and assisting other law enforcement agencies. Incumbents within the advanced professional law enforcement work, MASTER TROOPER, will be operating a patrol vehicle on state and interstate highways for the purpose of enforcing Kansas traffic and vehicle laws. Work also involves serving as a lead worker in a district, an instructor for in-service training and providing varied support to a higher ranking supervisor. Incumbents main focus will be advanced work in patrolling state highways, serving warrants, investigating crimes, serving as a training officer and assisting other law enforcement agencies in enforcing all applicable laws and regulations of the state of Kansas and political subdivisions. Incumbents within the TECHNICAL classification aspect of this class have mastered one of the following technical areas: Aircraft Patrol, Motor Vehicle Enforcement, Motor Carrier Safety Assistance Program, or Research and Planning. Also included as a technical area is safety education training or formal classroom instruction on as a full-time duty assignment, examples include canine training, Motor Carrier Safety Assistance Program training, Breath Alcohol Unit training and full assignment to the training academy. Standard Classification Factors Supervision Received - LEVEL C: "Under direction…" Employees at this level usually receive a general outline of the work to be performed and are generally free to develop their own sequences and methods within the scope of established policies. New, unusual, or complex work situations are almost always referred to a superior for advice. Work is periodically checked for progress and conformance to established policies and requirements. Difficulty - LEVEL B: Average… Where the employee is confronted with a variety of duties susceptible to different methods of solution which, in turn, places a correspondingly higher demand upon resourcefulness and concentration. Positions which require the analysis and evaluation of raw data and the rendering of conclusions would, in many instances, fall into this category. Complexity – LEVEL C: Work is of a standardized nature that may involve a variety of duties. Analytical thought becomes more important at this level due to increased data and changing situations. Tasks usually have several steps, some of which may not be directly related. Alternatives may exist for processes or methods to be used in solving problems. Workers at this level exercise a moderate amount of independent judgment. Work is controlled by routine review and reporting to or consultation with supervisors. When guidelines exist at this level, they tend to be more complicated or technical in nature requiring careful interpretation. Consequence of Actions or Decisions - LEVEL D: Consequences of actions or decisions at this level are significant as the work may be rarely if ever reviewed, making errors difficult to detect. Errors may cause major program failure or a high degree of confusion. Injuries to others due to errors are serious or incapacitating or both and costs due to errors are substantial. Contacts - LEVEL C: The purpose of the contact is to influence, motivate, conduct interviews, make formal presentations or counsel to achieve common understanding or solutions to problems when the information is sensitive in nature or the individuals or groups are skeptical or uncooperative. Communication techniques and well developed communication skills become an important requirement at this level. Physical Demands – LEVEL D: work requires considerable exertion. Environmental Conditions - LEVEL C: The work environment involves hazards, risks or discomforts typical of working with or around machinery with exposed moving parts, irritant chemicals, heavy equipment or abusive or hostile clientele and patients. Exposure to disagreeable weather conditions and extreme levels of temperature, ventilation, lighting and sound are normal. Protective clothing or gear and specific safety standards or procedures may be required. Serious injury is possible. Supervision/Leadership - LEVEL B: Involves functional leadership responsibility. As a "senior worker", performing essentially the same or similar work as those overseen, responsibility includes training, instructing, scheduling and reviewing. As a "project leader" may be responsible for a phase(s) of a single project which includes planning, coordinating and reviewing the work of others. This level may also involve limited administrative responsibility such as participating in the evaluation of work performance. Distinguishing Features Differs from the Highway Patrol Lieutenant class in which the incumbents have full supervisory. Differs from the Highway Patrol Trooper class in which the incumbents do not have extensive lead worker responsibilities nor have mastered any of the following technical areas of law enforcement: Aircraft Patrol, Motor Vehicle Enforcement, Motor Carrier Safety Assistance Program, or Research and Planning. Also included as a technical area is safety education training, field training, or formal classroom instruction on a full time duty assignment. EXAMPLES OF WORK PERFORMED Patrols highways operating a motor vehicle or may be assigned to aircraft patrol to observe and investigate movement of motor vehicles, enforcing the statutes of the state of Kansas and the political subdivisions in order to ensure the safety of the public. Issues citations and warnings; arrests violators. Inspects vehicles; aids disabled motorists by providing emergency medical services or calling wrecker or repair service; reports weather and road conditions to ensure safe travel. Independently investigates citizen complaints, assesses storm damage reports, motor carrier violations, criminal activities, driver license and vehicle registration violations; verifies employment background. Prepares appropriate reports on highway fatalities, apprehension of violators and fugitives, stolen vehicles, and patrol car expenses; testifies and presents evidence in court. Investigates accidents which may include performing first aid for victims, summoning ambulances, interviewing witnesses and taking signed statements; collecting evidence by taking measurements, making diagrams, and photographing roadways and vehicles. Will assist others in these duties because of advanced training and knowledge. Presents safety talks and demonstrations to schools, clubs, local police and other groups; provides general information on vehicle laws and road and weather conditions as requested by the public; conducts classes as special instructor for schools, colleges and other educational groups on driving safety and traffic laws. Serves as a counselor or classroom instructor at Patrol Training Center. Coordinates law enforcement activities with employees from other agencies. Training of recruit troopers; provides guidance to field troopers in the areas of arrest procedures, report writing, accident investigation, court room appearance, demeanor and testimony, forms preparation, conduct and investigative techniques. Analyzes breath samples to determine alcohol concentration by using the headspace analysis procedure. Verifies vehicle identification numbers to determine validity by performing on-site inspections and reviewing titles for authenticity. Researches State statutes to ensure agreement with agency policies and procedures; gathers statistical data for research projects. Performs detailed inspections of motor carriers to ensure compliance with the laws and regulations of the state of Kansas and the Kansas Corporation Commission in regard to vehicle safety and hazardous materials. Acts as the field supervisor for limited purposes in the absence of the Lieutenant. REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, ABILITIES AND SKILLS Knowledge *Knowledge of Kansas traffic and vehicle laws, rules and regulations relating to vehicle movement and registration, to motor carrier operation and to driver licensing. *Knowledge of laws and ordinances of law enforcement, such as those pertaining to arrests, search and seizure, evidence, policies and procedures. *Knowledge of investigative procedures. *Knowledge of methods in emergency care and first aid. *Knowledge of the rights of the criminally accused. Knowledge of the advanced aspects of a specific technical area pertaining to, Aircraft Patrol, Motor Vehicle Enforcement, Motor Carrier Safety Assistance Program, Research and Planning or Training. Abilities *Ability to follow oral and written instructions, orders, laws and information. *Ability to qualify with duty weapon on a regular basis. *Ability to observe situations analytically, impartially, and objectively, and to record pertinent information accurately and completely. *Ability to express one's self clearly and concisely, orally and in writing. *Ability to enforce laws, ordinances and regulations with skill, firmness, tact and impartiality. *Ability to use and care for police equipment, including firearms and motor vehicles. *Ability to maintain an acceptable level of physical condition. *Ability to interact with a variety of individuals to establish and maintain effective working relationships. *Ability to accurately recall and to verbally present information concisely. *Ability to read and comprehend written material for application to daily work. *Ability to operate a motor vehicle. *Ability to work long hours under difficult and arduous conditions. *Ability to quickly analyze a situation, identify the important elements and make a logical decision. *Ability to interact with people in a wide variety of circumstances. *Ability to make a decision quickly when faced with several alternative courses of action. *Ability to take measurements and draw diagrams. *Ability to direct, coach, lead or instruct other troopers. Ability to instruct classes at the Patrol Training Center, other law enforcement agencies and at other local interest groups. Ability to maintain level of proficiency in specialized field. * Ability to operate a motor vehicle. Skills *Skill in the use of firearms. *Skill in the use of photographic equipment. *Good physical condition including sight and hearing. Skills in the use of any equipment related to a specialized field. *Necessary at Entry MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS: Seven
years as a Highway Patrol Trooper and have advanced training in collision
investigation, criminal interdiction, radio procedure, use of force, police
ethics, communication skills and development, pursuits, and commercial
vehicle alliance (CVSA) Level II. To
be eligible for reallocation to a Technical Trooper, selected candidates
shall have served five years as a Highway Patrol Trooper and have maintained
certification in the area of specialization. Necessary Special Requirements: NC: 06/03 |