What are the responsibilities and job description for the Volunteer - Public Safety Auxiliary Patrol position at City of Apache Junction?
Positions in this class assist police staff with a wide range of tasks that are crucial to the department's daily operations. This is a volunteer position and does not offer any compensation.
Volunteers are integral to the operations of the Apache Junction Police Department, providing essential support across various functions. These volunteer opportunities allow community members to assist police personnel with routine tasks, improving efficiency and contributing to the department's overall mission. Auxiliary Patrol Functions:
Contact: Lieutenant Seth Painter
Commitment: A minimum of one year of service is required, with a commitment of at least 16 hours per month. Exceptions for fewer hours may be considered based on department needs and the volunteer's residency status.
Days of Work Week: Monday through Thursday
Hours: 7:00 am - 5:00 pm
To participate in these volunteer opportunities, individuals must meet the following criteria:
Volunteers are integral to the operations of the Apache Junction Police Department, providing essential support across various functions. These volunteer opportunities allow community members to assist police personnel with routine tasks, improving efficiency and contributing to the department's overall mission. Auxiliary Patrol Functions:
- Proactive patrol in a marked auxiliary vehicle
- Assist with traffic control on police scenes and during events
- Participate in police-related community events
- Assist in routine tasks around the department
- Assist with fleet maintenance
- Ability to lift 30-50 pounds
- Ability to operate an auxiliary marked patrol vehicle
- Ability to communicate clearly through police radios
- Ability to take direction and adhere to chain of command during field operations
- Possess valid driver’s license
- Follow oral and written instructions accurately
- Possess strong communication skills, both oral and written
Contact: Lieutenant Seth Painter
Commitment: A minimum of one year of service is required, with a commitment of at least 16 hours per month. Exceptions for fewer hours may be considered based on department needs and the volunteer's residency status.
Days of Work Week: Monday through Thursday
Hours: 7:00 am - 5:00 pm
To participate in these volunteer opportunities, individuals must meet the following criteria:
- Age: Must be 18 years or older.
- Background Check: Volunteers must pass a thorough background investigation, fingerprint clearance, and oral board interviews.
