Denver Police Department 16th Street Mall Kiosk – Volunteer Opportunity



Job Details

Denver Police Department 16th Street Mall Kiosk – Volunteer Opportunity
Employer

City and County of Denver

Salary

$0.00 Hourly

Location

80204, CO

Job Type

Intern

Job Number

TA0000 15637

Department

Denver Police Dept. (DPD)

Opening Date

12/07/2017

Closing Date

Continuous

About Us

The Denver Police Department (DPD) – Volunteers In Police Services (VIPS) program -- is now accepting applications for unpaid volunteers who wish to serve at the Police Kiosk on the 16th Street Mall.  This Kiosk is located at 16th Street and Glenarm.
 
Volunteering at the Denver Police Department 16th Street Mall Kiosk is an incredibly rewarding way to spend your time while providing support to the Denver Police Department, helping the City of Denver, and enriching the lives of those you encounter while in this position.  

About Our Job

The DPD 16th Street Mall Kiosk is open year round (weather permitting), 7 days a week and applicants would be expected to work one shift (generally 4 hours) a week. 
 
Under limited supervision, applicants will be the eyes and ears of the department, alerting the proper authorities when a situation arises that warrants police contact, provide information and direction to local citizens and tourists that inquire of the Kiosk; regardless of race, creed or economic circumstances and maintain statistical data regarding occurrences at the Kiosk.
 
Applicants must have good customer service skills and a calm demeanor.   Good communication skills are a must as there is constant interaction with locals, police and employees from other agencies.  

About You

Required Qualifications:

  • Must be at least 18 years of age and have a minimum of a High School Diploma or GED
  • Volunteers must be able to commit to a minimum 30 hours of service in one calendar year. 
  • Volunteers must meet specific VIPS requirements in terms of prior behavior, driving record, and criminal record.  

About Everything Else

Application Instructions:  All interested interns and volunteers should apply to this position and MUST attach the following:
  • Copy of your driver's license
  • Signed Certification, Authorization and Waiver regarding Background Check and Completed "New Volunteer Identification Card Request" Form (click here to download. Fill out all 3 pages, upload, and attach)
  • Resume

In addition to attaching the required documents noted above, when completing the online application, please include three (3) personal references and at least seven (7) years of employment history. If you have not been employed for seven years, please provide your complete employment history. 

Pre-employment Screening:
 An offer of employment is contingent on the verification of credentials and other information required by law and City and County of Denver policies, including the successful completion of a background check. Candidates must pass a criminal background check and other verifications required for the position which may include, but are not limited to, employment and/or education verification, motor vehicle record check, drug test, and/or physical. The existence of a conviction does not automatically disqualify an individual from employment except where federal or state law or regulations prohibit employment of an individual with certain convictions. For more information about the selection and employment screening process, click here.

The City and County of Denver provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, genetic information, age, or any other status protected under federal, state, and/or local law. 

To view the City and County of Denver's robust benefit package that only a multiple-industry employer can offer click the link below.

www.DenverGov.org/Benefits

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What is your desired start date?
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In a few sentences, please explain why you are interested in volunteering with the Denver Police Department.
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What skills and qualifications can you bring to Denver Police Department?
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Are you able to commit to the required time commitments? (30 Hours in one calendar year)
  • Yes
  • No
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Have you filled out completely all of the above supplemental questions? Failure to complete all questions will disqualify your application.
  • Yes
  • No
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Have you attached all of the required paperwork? Failure to attach all required documentation will disqualify your application. • Copy of your driver's license • Signed Certification, Authorization and Waiver regarding Background Check • Completed "New Volunteer Identification Card Request" Form • Resume
  • Yes
  • No

* Required Question

Employer
City and County of Denver
Address
201 W Colfax Ave, Dept 412
Wellington E. Webb Municipal Office Building
Denver, Colorado, 80202

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