Volunteer- Citizens on Patrol



Job Details

Volunteer- Citizens on Patrol
Employer

Pinal County

Location

Varies, AZ

Job Type

Volunteer

Job Number

201600052

Department

Sheriff's Office

Opening Date

09/01/2016

Closing Date

Continuous

Description

CLASSIFICATION SUMMARY: 
This is a non-compensated, volunteer position within the Pinal County Sheriff's Office. Volunteer performs citizen patrols in marked vehicle of minimal to moderate difficulty to support law enforcement with skilled observation practices, record keeping methods and transfer of information. The volunteer applies knowledge of established policies and procedures. No deviation from standard, established procedures, processes or protocol will be allowed. Decisions made by the volunteer affect the work of the department. The volunteer is under the supervision of the COP Unit Manager, COP Program Director and PCSO area commander.
 
This position requires a commitment of minimum 16 hours per month in duties to the COP Program.

Example of Duties

JOB FUNCTIONS: 
 Essential functions, as defined under the Americans with Disabilities Act as Amended, may include any of the following representative duties, knowledge, and skills.  This is not a comprehensive listing of all functions and duties performed by incumbents of this class; employees may be assigned duties which are not listed below; reasonable accommodations will be made as required.  Employees are required to be in attendance and prepared to begin work at their assigned work location on the specified days and hours. Essential duties and responsibilities may include, but are not limited to, the following
 

  • Active neighborhood patrols.
  • Creating visible presence to deter crime.
  • Observation, recording and reporting suspicious activities.
  • Assuring personal and public safety at all times.
  • Maintaining monthly online time records.
  • Participation in fairs, educational opportunities, community events, fundraisers, public relations, recruitment efforts and partnerships with other agencies as approved.
  • Maintains absolute confidentiality of work-related issues, customer records, and restricted County information; performs related duties as required or assigned.

Minimum Requirements

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Education, Experience and Training Requirements:
High School Diploma or G.E.D.; must be a minimum of twenty-one (21) years of age, a United States citizen or legal resident. 

 LICENSE & CERTIFICATION REQUIREMENTS:
 

  • Must possess a valid Driver's License.
  • Must have transportation to and from the post of duty.
  • Must possess proof of current auto insurance, at all times.
  • Must successfully pass and complete background examination, as well as a Truth Verification Exam.
  • Must complete oral interviews .
  • Must submit certified driving record.
  • Must complete COP Academy.

Supplemental Information

PINAL COUNTY VOLUNTEER EXPECTATIONS:

  • Employees will support the County's vision and role model these behaviors by:
    • Cultivating a positive work environment.
    • Providing quality customer service and maintaining productive working relationships.
    • Prioritizing and setting manageable goals.
    • Being efficient with time at work.
    • Communicating effectively with management, staff, customers, and visitors.
    • Being flexible and taking criticism constructively.
    •  
  • Employees will support compliance-related items by:
    • Following internal procedures and external regulations.
    • Bringing compliance issues to the attention of management.
    • Working collaboratively in all facets of position to meet position requirements and support County goals.
    • Conform to all safety rules and use all appropriate safety equipment.
 
PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORKING ENVIRONMENT:
Independent body mobility to stand, walk, bend, and sit for prolonged periods of time and/or drive a vehicle. Manual dexterity to reach, and grasp; manual dexterity to hand write or use computer keyboard; vision sufficient to see/read; hear and speak to communicate with others in person and over the phone. Shift work: minimum 2 hour shift and maximum 8 hour shift, driving in various weather conditions. Sitting for several hours at a time. Public events: various assigned duties in various weather conditions.

SPECIAL INSTRUCTIONS:
This is a voluntary unpaid position.
These positions are located in: Gold Canyon, San Tan Valley, Arizona City and Casa Grande.
Upon review and approval of the application, applicant will be contacted for an oral board interview. 
Commitment of one year of service for volunteer 
Commitment of a minimum of 16 volunteer hours per month, on average 
Commitment to attend ongoing meetings, in-service training and education workshops.

 

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By checking this box you understand this "at-will" position is voluntary and unpaid; does not offer benefits or tuition reimbursement. You are required to volunteer minimum of 16 per month.
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* Required Question

Employer
Pinal County
Department
Sheriff's Office
Address
971 Jason Lopez Circle

Florence, Arizona, 85132
Phone
855-355-0358

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