Police Officer, Coast Guard Officer
けいさつかん、かいじょうほあんかん
Industry & Occupation
Classification
- Major : Security and Public Safety Occupations
- Middle : Judicial Police Officers
- Minor : Police Officers and Coast Guard Officers
Summary
Public servants responsible for maintaining public order and law enforcement, responding to incidents and accidents, and conducting maritime security activities.
Description
Police officers and coast guard officers are judicial police personnel who maintain public order, prevent and apprehend crimes, and implement traffic safety measures in accordance with laws and regulations. In maritime areas, they monitor and inspect vessels and conduct rescue and prevention activities for maritime accidents. While earning the trust of local residents, they perform a wide range of duties including incident and accident response, investigation tasks, information collection and analysis, traffic enforcement, and security operations. Strict adherence to laws and regulations, calm judgment, and strong physical and mental stamina are required.
Future Outlook
Maintaining public order and maritime security activities are essential for societal safety, so stable demand is expected to continue. The importance of new areas such as cybercrime countermeasures and maritime safety for increasing ocean leisure activities will grow.
Personality Traits
Calm and composed / Good team player / Has a strong sense of justice / Strong sense of responsibility
Work Style
24/7 Operation / On-call / Patrol / Sea Duty / Shift work
Career Path
Probationary Patrol Officer/Patrol Officer → Senior Patrol Officer/Chief Patrol Officer → Assistant Inspector/Coast Guard Officer → Inspector or above → Management Position
Required Skills
Civil Service Exam Preparation / Legal Knowledge (Criminal Law, Traffic Regulations) / Physical Fitness Test Preparation / Situational Judgment
Recommended Skills
Emergency Medical Skills / Hazardous Materials Handling Knowledge / Languages (English) / Radio Communication Operation
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Adaptability | Flexible adaptability is needed for sudden incidents and accidents. |
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | Attention to detail is essential for handling evidence and preparing documents. |
| Communication Skills | High interpersonal skills are required for resident interactions and suspect interrogations. |
| Physical Stamina & Endurance | High physical stamina is required for long patrols and rescue operations. |
| Problem Solving | Quick and accurate judgment is indispensable for diverse on-site responses. |
| Stress Tolerance | High mental resilience is necessary to handle emergencies and dangerous situations. |
| Collaboration & Teamwork | Close coordination is required in unit operations and joint investigations. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Numerical & Quantitative Analysis | Advanced mathematical analysis is not heavily required. |
Related Qualifications
- Pass Coast Guard Officer Recruitment Exam
- Pass Police Officer Recruitment Exam
- Standard Driver's License
Aliases
- Coast Guard Staff
- Police Officer
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- Detective
- Firefighter
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