Under general supervision, the patrol officer will exercise responsibility in the enforcement of state and local laws relating to public safety and welfare. The patrol officer will exercise independent judgment in dealing with dangerous or unusual situations. Physical confrontations may occur when controlling violent suspects/ offenders. Decisions at crime scenes may be centered on life or death situations. Decisions will be based on the safest procedures, and the procedures will be followed to ensure safety to individuals involved, fellow officers and the public. The patrol officer may work under stressful high risk situations and at times alone.