Patrol Car Officer
ぱとかーじょうむいん
Industry & Occupation
Classification
- Major : Security and Public Safety Occupations
- Middle : Judicial Police Officers
- Minor : Police Officers and Coast Guard Officers
Summary
Patrol car officers are police officers responsible for patrolling, traffic enforcement, incident and accident response, etc., using patrol cars.
Description
Patrol car officers are police officers who protect community safety while driving patrol cars. They perform a wide range of tasks quickly, including traffic violation enforcement, responses at accident scenes, and dispatches to emergency calls. They constantly receive instructions via radio, make prompt and calm situational judgments, and contribute to ensuring resident safety and deterring crime.
Future Outlook
While AI and drone-based surveillance support systems are being introduced, the role of patrol car officers in providing deterrence and handling resident responses remains important, with stable demand expected.
Personality Traits
Calm and Composed / Excellent Judgment / Strong Public Spirit / Strong Sense of Responsibility
Work Style
24-Hour Monitoring / Night Shift / On-Call Duty / Shift Work
Career Path
Patrol Officer → Police Sergeant → Assistant Police Inspector → Police Inspector → Traffic Unit Leader → Superintendent
Required Skills
First Aid / Radio Operation / Situational Judgment / Standard Car Driving License / Traffic Law Knowledge
Recommended Skills
Advanced Driving Skills / Crisis Management / Foreign Language Skills / Negotiation Skills / Psychology Knowledge
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Adaptability | Due to rapid changes in situations requiring immediate adaptation |
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | Overlooking details at accident scenes or during violation arrests can have significant impacts |
| Communication Skills | Clear communication is essential in radio communications and interactions with citizens |
| Physical Stamina & Endurance | High physical stamina needed for long patrols and pursuits |
| Stress Tolerance | Required to calmly handle emergencies and dangerous situations |
| Collaboration & Teamwork | Because they act in coordination with other police officers |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Creativity & Ideation | Work is mainly based on manuals and rules, with little need for creative thinking |
| Numerical & Quantitative Analysis | Few tasks involve numerical analysis |
Related Qualifications
- Passed Police Officer Recruitment Exam
- Standard Passenger Car Class 1 Driver's License
Aliases
- Patrol Car Police Officer
- Patrolling Police Officer
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