Police Auxiliary Officer (Police Department) part-time
Interested candidates are encouraged to apply as soon as possible. Interviews will be conducted as applications are received. This position will remain open until filled.
STARTING SALARY RANGE: $23.93 - $26.83 per hour working up to 19 hours per week. Salary dependent on qualifications. The salary range for this position is $23.93 - $35.56. This position is represented by a union; you may refer to the AFSCME collective bargaining agreement available on our website.
Please attach as part of your application all necessary documents verifying that you meet the minimum qualifications for the position.
JOB SUMMARY:
This position is a non-sworn employee who shall not carry a firearm, nor be assigned duties requiring sworn officer status. An employee in this position shall wear an authorized uniform, maintain hours appropriate to the assignment, and receive training appropriate to the duties performed. This position performs traffic control, parking enforcement, special event duties, front desk services, crime free program liaison activities, booking duties and community relations duties and related tasks.
To succeed in this role, the ideal candidate will need to effectively communicate to a full range of people, inside and outside the organization. We are looking to add a team member with the ability to shift gears comfortably and the capacity to understand and be sensitive to the feelings of others. Spanish fluency is desired.
Auxiliary Officers need to be available to work at least 32-hours each calendar month. Auxiliary Officers hired after 09/01/12, must be available to work a minimum of three midnight shifts per month.
QUALIFICATIONS:
- Education equivalent to a high school diploma.
- A minimum of one year of customer service related experience.
- CPR certification preferred or ability to obtain with six months from date of hire.
- Possession of a valid driver’s license.
- Proficiency with current computer software systems, including email, calendar programs, job specific software, and customer service systems preferred or within the first six months of employment.
WORKING CONDITIONS/PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
- Exposure to all and extreme weather conditions.
- Exposure to personal danger associated with traffic control and contact with persons in booking/lock-up.
- Lift and carry equipment up to 50 pounds.
- Climb flights of stairs, maneuver around obstacles.
- Perform lifesaving procedures.
- Function effectively under stress.
BENEFITS:
Part-Time employees are not eligible for benefits.
SELECTION PROCESS:
Candidate screening process may consist of an application review, skills testing, employability assessment, interviews, reference checks, and other job-related testing or verifications. Chosen candidates will be subject to a background and criminal history investigation, and qualifying pre-employment medical examination and drug screen (including cannabis).