Poplar Bluff Police Department

Phone lines are back in service. Thank you for your patience.

Poplar Bluff Police Department phone lines will be down for approximately 1 hour beginning at 1900 (7 pm) tonight. Should you need an officer dispatched call 573-718-0235. This will not affect the 911 lines. Thank you and we will advise when the lines are back up.

Chief Danny Whiteley wanted to thank Interim President, Rosa Johnson, Interim Vice President, Deonte Hubrins, Selina Pociask, and members of NAACP Butler County Branch, for their gifts of appreciation and words of support. Through open lines of communication, we can work together for a better community. Merry Christmas and Happy New Year from everyone at the Poplar Bluff Police Department. DM/#233

Thank you Vernon Barker of Barker’s Towing for the goodies he brought to the Communication Center.

If you can identify the woman who helped herself to the wreaths at Rob's Flowers please contact Detective Dan Mustain [email protected] or 573-686-8632.

The men and women of the Poplar Bluff Police Department would like to thank all the folks at First Missouri State Bank for the cake. Merry Christmas! DM/#233

Thanks to Greg with Rapid for the cookies in dispatch. Merry Christmas DW/C1

Congratulations to Poplar Bluff Police Patrolman Brentyn Clark who was recognized today, by fire Captain Roy Lane, for his assistance to the Poplar Bluff Fire Department. On November 25th at 0158 AM, Patrolman Clark responded to a fire call near the Poplar Bluff license bureau. He was able to locate a vehicle on fire at a residence on Kingsland Drive and relayed the address to the responding fire department units which helped decrease response time . He was then able to alert the occupants to get out of the house which had also caught fire and was already filling with smoke. After the fire was extinguished, it was determined there were no smoke detectors in the home. Great job, Patrolman Clark, for going above and beyond the call of duty.

On 10/28/2020 a leaving the scene accident occurred at 838 W Pine St. If you recognize this truck please contact Corporal Henry at [email protected] or 573-785-5776 Ext 1354.

Many thanks to The Home Depot for providing lunch for all employees during this holiday season. There will be additional photos on Thursday with B shift employees. We greatly appreciate the support from our strong community partners.

Chief Danny Whiteley and the men and women of the Poplar Bluff Police Department would like to recognize Patrolman Matthew Kassing as Officer of the Year for 2020! This award is normally presented at the Elks Law Enforcement Appreciation Banquet in March of each year, however, it was canceled due to COVID-19 precautions.

Congratulations to Jamie Burkhead! PBPD Communications Officer of the Year 2020. DW/C1

Chief Danny Whiteley, and the men and women of the Poplar Bluff Police Department, would like to say "Thank you for your generous donation and your continued support of the PBPD" to Eric Odle and his crew at No Limit Auto Detailing. NO LIMIT AUTO Detailing donated the detailing and sanitization of 4 patrol units to help us combat COVID-19 (since our patrol units are shared by officers and often on the road 24 hours a day/7 days a week/365 days a year.)

The City of Poplar Bluff announces the following job opening: TITLE: Dispatcher DEPARTMENT: Police REPORTS TO: Chief Communications Officer... EMPLOYMENT STATUS: Regular full-time, non-exempt SUMMARY: Perform skilled emergency work that involves receiving emergency 911 and non-emergency requests for Police and Fire assistance, determining the nature/urgency of calls, initiating Police, Fire, and other emergency personnel action, and maintaining close contact with field units to monitor response and needed support requirements. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Receive and respond to emergency and non-emergency calls including enhanced 911, and non-emergency calls from the public, dispatchers, and law enforcement agencies fire department agencies via telephone and radio systems, and computer-aided dispatch (CAD) systems Process and evaluate information received, prioritize calls, and dispatches required units and/or agencies Monitor and coordinate Police and Fire unit activity and assignments via Police and Fire radio frequencies Maintain status and locations of public safety personnel Utilize technology such as computers, radio systems, telephones, fax machines, and other communication equipment Create and maintain automated or manual logs of public safety communications activity Access and enter sensitive data in local/state/national databases as necessary for investigative purposes Enter and maintain files for person or property pending apprehension/recovery Maintain appropriate security and confidentiality of information created or encountered in the performance of assigned duties Keep informed of departmental regulations, policies, and procedures May assist in providing on-the-job training for Police and Fire Dispatchers and submit progress reports and evaluations on trainees Other duties as assigned. KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES REQUIRED: Knowledge of public service activity and method of local government Knowledge of computer technology and equipment Knowledge of law enforcement terminology and procedures Excellent communication skills Knowledge of the geography for the City of Poplar Bluff and surrounding areas Skill in multi-tasking-coordinating simultaneous mental, manual, and visual activities Skill in observing situations analytically and objectively and relaying details accurately Ability to think clearly and quickly in emergencies QUALIFICATIONS, EXPERIENCE, AND/OR TRAINING REQUIRED: High school graduate or GED Minimum typing of 30 WPM Must be 18 years of age, and Valid Missouri driver’s license Must reside within Butler County, MO Apply at City Hall, 501 Vine Street, Poplar Bluff, MO 63901 or www.PoplarBluff-MO.gov. The deadline to receive applications is 4:00 PM on 12/18/2020. The beginning pay rate for this union position is $15.37 per hour. The City of Poplar Bluff is an Equal Employment Opportunity / Affirmative Action employer.

The Poplar Bluff Police Department is seeking the whereabouts of Ryan Helsel. Helsel is a person of interest in an ongoing investigation. All tips will remain anonymous. Please call 573-785-5776. 245/SG

The Poplar Bluff Police Department took a burglary report yesterday and this golf cart and attached bag were stolen. We are hopefull to recover for the owner along with various other golfing related equipment. If anyone should see this cart please contact Sgt. Shonna Grobe at the Poplar Bluff PD. [email protected] or 573-785-5776 245/SG