What are the responsibilities and job description for the Volunteers in Police Service Program Volunteer position at Town of Parker, CO?
Job Summary
Under general supervision, this volunteer assignment assists the Police Department in non-urgent and community-focused needs.
*This is a safety-sensitive volunteer assignment.*
This is a brand new program with a required Academy Training program starting in the beginning of March. You must be a current Parker Police Department volunteer with a completed full background completed to apply for this position, due to the fast turnaround. We are looking to fill four positions.
Examples of Essential Duties
The below list is intended to be illustrative of the responsibilities of this assignment and is not all encompassing. This assignment description does not constitute an employment agreement and the Town may change these duties at any time.
- Represents the Department in a positive and professional manner.
- Serves as a comfortable, non-threatening resource to the community.
- Assists and/or supports any of the following Departmental processes, programs, and initiatives by performing routine, clerical and professional tasks:
- Community events
- Community relations
- House watches
- Business checks
- Traffic
- Crime deterrent
- Scene protection
- Missing persons
- Abandoned vehicles
- Parking issues
Minimum Qualifications
The requirements listed below are representative of the education, experience, certification and/or licensure required. An equivalent combination of education and experience to perform the essential duties and meet the necessary assignment standards may be considered.
Must be at least eighteen (18) years of with a high school diploma or GED equivalent.
Graduate of the Parker Police Citizen’s Academy or an active Parker Police Explorer with at least one (1) year of experience.
Possession of or ability to readily obtain a valid Driver's License issued by the State of Colorado for the type of vehicle or equipment operated; safe driving record and a minimum of two (2) years of driving history.
Additional Information
The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.
- Knowledge of modern police principles, procedures, techniques, and equipment.
- Knowledge of modern office practices and procedures.
- Knowledge of human nature, human problems, and problem-solving methods.
- Skill in interpersonal communications skills, including working effectively with a variety of town staff, elected officials and the public.
- Ability to work independently with limited direct supervision.
- Ability to learn and interpret relevant town, state, and federal laws, regulations, and policies.
- Ability to provide a positive customer service experience and handle challenging situations.
- Ability to learn and navigate geography and roadways.
- Ability to read and write the English language effectively.
- Ability to follow both verbal and written instructions.
- Ability to pass a pre-employment background check including but not limited to: drug screen, criminal history search, credit check and polygraph examination.
Volunteers are not eligible for benefits. Volunteers are not covered under Workers' Compensation (Police Reserve Officers excepted).
