THIS IS AN UNPAID VOLUNTEER POSITION.
This recruitment may be used to fill multiple vacancies and/or establish a pool of qualified candidates for future vacancies.
The City of Sherwood is currently seeking qualified applicants to fill vacancies for Reserve Police Officers. Under general supervision, the Reserve Police Officer is a sworn, unpaid, volunteer for the City and performs law enforcement and crime prevention work including discovery, investigation, report preparation and patrol to enforce state and local laws; carries out special assignments in the protection of life and property; and performs related tasks as assigned. This authority is limited only to those times when on-duty. May provide training and orientation to volunteers, students and newly assigned personnel on site policies and practices. Reserve Officers are expected to contribute a minimum of sixteen (16) hours per month.
Examples of Duties
This description covers the most significant essential and auxiliary duties performed by the position, but does not include other occasional work, which may be similar, related to, or a logical assignment for the position.
Essential Duties:
1. Patrol streets, businesses and residential areas to enforce traffic and criminal laws. Issue warnings or citations for violations. Perform security checks for suspicious persons or vehicles.
2. Respond to calls, including major crimes, civil complaints, thefts, assaults, family disputes, etc., and take appropriate actions. Direct traffic at accident/crime scenes as necessary. Perform CPR/First Aid as necessary.
3. Maintain written records and prepare reports regarding investigations, which are reviewed by supervisor and used for crime prevention, prosecution and office activities.
4. Be deemed credible and able to testify in court as necessary.
5. Conduct preliminary case/incident investigations and related follow-up activities; gather and preserve evidence; interview and take statements from victims and witnesses; interrogate suspects; and prepare related reports and logs.
6. Maintain effective working relationship with area law enforcement agencies. Provide assistance and back-up as requested. Provide appropriate information to other law enforcement agencies, social service agencies, the media and citizens regarding on-going investigations, department policies, officer safety information, criminal activity, gang documentation, etc.
7. Perform crime prevention activities that include surveillance patrols and dissemination of information to the public. Participate in public relations programs that may include speaking to citizen and school groups, and public service efforts.
8. Make arrests; conduct searches; transport and release prisoners.
9. Maintain cooperative working relationships with City staff, other organizations and the general public.
10. Follow all safety rules and procedures for work areas.
Auxiliary Duties: Provide assistance to other staff as workload and staffing levels dictate. Maintain department issued equipment. Maintain proficiency by attending training and meetings, reading materials, and meeting with others in areas of responsibility. Maintain work areas in a clean and orderly manner.
Typical Qualifications
Knowledge of: Thorough knowledge of police practices and procedures, investigative methods and techniques, federal, state and local laws, report writing, firearm use and safety precautions. Education equivalent to high school diploma or GED.
Ability to: Perform a wide range of law enforcement assignments. Use and care for firearms and other police equipment and vehicles skillfully and safely in conformance with applicable laws, regulations, and policies. Conduct a variety of criminal and special investigations. Investigate and apprehend offenders. Interpret and enforce City, State and Federal laws, codes and ordinances. Maintain verbal and physical control over suspects. Understand and apply the department’s use of force policy. Think clearly, perform effectively, and remain calm in emergency situations. Present evidence and testimony in court. Prepare clear and concise administrative and technical reports. Respond to requests and inquiries from the general public. Maintain contact with, and preserve good relations with, the public. Work independently in the absence of supervision. Communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing. Establish and maintain effective relationships with those contacted in the course of work.
Special Requirements/Qualifications/Licenses:
- Must be at least 21 years of age by date of appointment.
- Must be a U.S. citizen.
- Must not have been convicted of any crime punishable as a felony in any jurisdiction or a crime involving domestic violence (applicants with lesser criminal records will be evaluated on an individual basis).
- Must not have any discharge less than honorable from any branch of the military.
- Must possess a valid driver’s license with acceptable driving record.
- Must attend and successfully complete the Reserve Police Academy and obtain a DPSST number within 18 months of appointment and continuously maintain thereafter.
- Must possess or have ability to obtain and continuously maintain LEDS certification within 45 days of appointment.
- Must possess or obtain and continuously maintain Criminal Justice Information System (or equivalent system) clearance within 45 days of appointment.
- Must obtain and continuously maintain Community CPR and Basic First Aid Certification within 18 months of appointment.
- Must pass all phases of the examination process, including an oral and written exam, background investigation, drug screen, psychological test, physical and agility testing.
Desirable Qualifications: Previous college-level training or additional experience in law enforcement. Knowledge of the community and surrounding area. Additional training related to police equipment or operations, e.g. first aid, CPR, hazardous materials, firearms training, LEDS General level certification, etc. Bi-lingual in a second language including sign language.
SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION:
Physical Demands: While performing the duties of this position, the employee is frequently required to sit, stand, walk, communicate, reach and manipulate objects, tools or controls. The position requires mobility and the ability to operate a motorized vehicle. Duties involve moving or wearing materials weighing up to 25 pounds on a regular basis; however may be required to move adults weighing up to 200 pounds on an infrequent basis. Manual dexterity and coordination are required over 50% of the work period while operating equipment such as computer keyboard, motorized vehicle, firearms, etc. Position may be required to deal with violent and combative individuals requiring considerable physical effort.
Working Conditions: Work locations are in all types of indoor and outdoor environments. Contact with individuals who may become violent, combative, under the influence of drugs/alcohol, mentally ill or who have communicable diseases. Incumbent operates police vehicles and may be required to sit/stand/walk for extended periods while performing various duties.
Application and Examination Process
Please be advised all notifications pertaining to this recruitment (e.g. exam invitations, exam results) will be e-mailed to you at the e-mail address provided on your employment application. Please be sure to provide your current and complete e-mail address. Check your inbox as well as your spam folder for correspondence as your e-mail provider or personal settings may flag the e-mail as spam. Contact the Human Resources Department with any questions.
Application Process: Interested individuals must submit a City of Sherwood online employment application with a cover letter attached by the closing date in order to be considered. Incomplete applications may not be processed.
Veterans’ Preference: It is the policy of the City of Sherwood to grant hiring and promotion preference to qualified veterans and disabled veterans in accordance with ORS 408.230, at each stage of the application and interview process. To claim veterans’ preference in hiring, a completed Veterans’ Preference form along with the required documentation, must be submitted at the time of application.
Examination Process: Meeting the announced requirements does not guarantee selection into the examination process. Application materials will be reviewed by subject matter experts and those applicants found best qualified may be selected for the examination process. The successful candidate must also pass all phases of the examination process, which may include all or any combination of the following: written test, physical ability test, oral interview, background investigation, drug screen, and medical and psychological exams.
Equal Opportunity Employer: The City of Sherwood is an Equal Opportunity Employer dedicated to a policy of non-discrimination in employment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, or physical disability. The City of Sherwood provides access, equal opportunity and reasonable accommodation in its services, programs, activities, education and employment for individuals with disabilities. To request disability accommodation, contact Human Resources at (503) 625-4201.
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Do you understand that if you do not attach a cover letter to your application, that you will not be considered for this position?
- I understand and have attached a copy of my cover letter in hopes of continuing on in the selection process. I also understand that if I contact Human Resources prior to the closing date, they can verify the cover letter is attached and assist me if I have difficulties attaching my cover letter.
- I did not attach a cover letter and I understand that in not doing so I will be disqualified from continuing on in the selection process.
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