Volunteer Police Reserve Officer

Volunteer Police Department Position

This position is responsible for providing aid and support to the Northfield Police Department and to cooperate with other law enforcement agencies.

Patrol Responsibilities :

• Provides excellent customer service to all members of our community, inclusive of all races, genders, sexual orientations, religions, abilities, ages, national or ethnic origins, languages, citizenship status, socioeconomic status, and political affiliations.
• Rides along on patrol; responds to calls and / or emergencies to aid & assist ensuring protection & public safety.
• Assists in apprehending criminals and maintains a visible presence while riding along on patrol.
• Assists police patrol officer(s) in responding to citizen calls or complaints.
• Assists other law enforcement departments as needed.
• Provides security at crime scenes.
• Prepares necessary reports and documentation for purposes of recording your actions at an event or situation. Performs effective written communications and record-keeping at a 12

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grade level for all aspects of the job.

Organizational Responsibilities :

Minimum Training / Minimum & Preferred Qualifications :

Hours of Work :

Riding along on patrol on shift with patrol officer. Hours may be irregular, involving nights, weekends and / or holidays. As well as those hours each volunteer has signed up for, any emergency call-out where the Police Department requires assistance. Ineligible for hybrid telecommuting work.