The primary characteristic of SWAT that distinguishes it from other units is the focus of effort.SWAT teams are focused on tactical solutions, as opposed to other functions, such asinvestigation. The purpose of SWAT is to increase the likelihood of safely resolving criticalincidents. The primary purpose of SWAT is to provide a systematic approach to saving livesin accordance with the priorities of life and the specific standards set forthherein, in concert with the totality of circumstances presented. While life safety is a priority of SWAT, the specific circumstances will dictate thelevel of force necessary to adequately protect the public and the officersinvolved. Resolution of some incidents may require the specific application ofvarious levels of force, up to and including, deadly force.Missions assigned to SWAT teams shall include: hostage rescue, barricade,sniper, high-risk warrant service and high-risk apprehension, dignitaryprotection, terrorism response, special assignments and other incidentswhich exceed the capability and/ or capacity of an agency’s first respondersand/or investigative units.

Transfered to transport division

Observe activities in an assigned area to maintain order, deter crime and/or traffic violations, enforce laws, and take enforcement action as appropriate. Respond to calls for service, evaluate the situation, and implement appropriate action, including arrest, mediation between parties, emergency medical aid, and referral to other agencies. Investigate observed or reported crimes, traffic accidents and offenses, and other incidents to determine the relevant factors of the crime committed. Write reports documenting information gathered and actions taken as a result of calls for service, investigations, field interviews, citations, arrests, service for civil process, use of force, and inmate disturbances. Regulate crowds at public gatherings, special events, and major disasters. Testify at judicial proceedings and administrative hearings to present evidence and information relevant to the proceedings. Maintain security at crime scenes and accidents. Assist the Civil Section by serving and executing civil and criminal process, including search warrants, warrants for arrest, and civil papers such as writs, evictions, and subpoenas.Prisoner transport, court security/bailiff, medical appointment security

Custody and control of inmatesReport WritingCertified in working with violent mentally challenged youth and adults CCTV surveillance systems

Dispatcher for the Washington County Sheriff’s Office.Uses a computer-aided dispatch system, receive emergency calls from the public requesting police, fire, medical or other emergency services. Determine the nature and location of the emergency; determine priorities, and dispatch police, fire ambulance or other emergency units as necessary and in accordance with established procedures. Receive and process 911 emergency calls, maintain contact with all units on assignment, maintain status and location of police and fire units. Monitor direct emergency alarms, answer non-emergency calls for assistance. Enter, update and retrieve information from a variety of computer systems. Receive requests for information regarding vehicle registration, driving records and warrants, and provides pertinent data. Monitor several complex public safety radio frequencies. Operate a variety of communications equipment, including radio consoles, telephones and computer systems.Taking calls for service including gathering specific information pertaining to the callOlets Certified Operation of a police band radio, knowledge of signal and ten codes

Correctional Emergency Response Team