The Reserve Officer is a civilian volunteer who works under the close supervision of a higher-ranking officer. Assists the patrol division with their enforcement of local, state, and federal laws. Participates in law enforcement efforts and all community events that include police and patrol duties,crime prevention and investigation, emergency response, public assistance, and community relations. If you are interesting in volunteering, please submit your application.The City of Elk River is an Equal Opportunity Employer.If you need accommodation with the application process, please call 763.###.####.Important Facts about Information on your Employment ApplicationDepartment: PoliceImmediate Supervisor: Police SergeantPay Grade:FLSA Status: Non-ExemptLast Updated: (date) 10/29/02Positions Supervised: N/APosition SummaryThe Reserve Officer is a civilian volunteer who works under the close supervision of a higher-ranking officer. Assists the patrol division with their enforcement of local, state, and federal laws. Participates in law enforcement efforts and all community events that include police and patrol duties, crime prevention and investigation, emergency response, public assistance, and community relations.Essential Functions1. Performs patrol duties.
- Detects law violations and hazards to public safety and informs full-time officers.
- Performs routine checks of businesses and residential areas for signs of vandalism.
- Maintains high visibility and, when directed by a full-time officer, responds to emergency and non-emergency calls to support full-time officers.
2. Performs traffic law enforcement duties.
- Observes and corrects hazards to motor vehicle and pedestrian traffic.
- Assists disabled or distressed motorists.
- Assists full-time personnel in investigating motor vehicle accidents.
3. Responds to crime scenes.
- When directed by a full-time officer, responds to and secures crime scenes, directs other responding units, and identifies, obtains, and secures evidence.
- Identifies and interviews witnesses, victims, and suspects as directed.
- Prepares crime reports and assists the investigator as needed.
- Assists prosecuting attorneys with the preparation of suit as directed, testifies, and coordinates the appearance of witnesses.
4. Performs administrative activities.
- Assists in maintaining departmental equipment.
- Compiles reports and statistical law enforcement data as directed.
5. Performs other essential job duties.
- Regular and timely work attendance.
- Follows all safety procedures.
- Participates in safety training.
Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
- Knowledge, skill, and ability to effectively use departmental equipment.
- Skill to communicate effectively with a variety of groups such as youth, business people, and seniors.
- Skill in gathering appropriate information through interviewing victims, witnesses, and suspects and contacting other law enforcement agencies.
- Skill in operating a police vehicle in all kinds of weather conditions and situations.
- Ability to comprehend and apply federal, state, county, and city criminal, traffic, and other civil laws.
- Ability to prepare routine reports, case files, and correspondence.
- Ability to work under adverse conditions.
- Ability to work within the scope of this position's duties and authority.
Minimum Qualifications
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- Valid MN driver's license.
- Must meet all state-mandated requirements and local policies such as a physical examination and criminal background check.
Preferred Qualifications
- First responder certification.
- Experience in law enforcement.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:Physical Requirement FrequencyESSENTIALStanding or Walking Weekly or MonthlySitting Weekly or MonthlyBending of Stooping Weekly or MonthlyCrouching or Kneeling Weekly or MonthlyPushing/Pulling Weekly or MonthlyRepetitive Movements Weekly or MonthlyTwisting/Turning Weekly or MonthlyWorking in Confined Spaces Weekly or MonthlyOperating a Vehicle Weekly or MonthlyPhysically Grappling w/Others Never or RareRunning OccasionallyLifting Objects Above Shoulder 1-4 times per yearLifting Objects Waist to Shoulder 1-4 times per yearLifting Objects Knee to Waist 1-4 times per yearLifting Objects Floor to Knee 1-4 times per yearCarrying Objects 1-4 times per yearWorking at Heights Never or RareExposure to Temperature Extremes Weekly or MonthlyOperation of Telephone/Radio Weekly or MonthlyMachinery Operation Weekly or MonthlyEquipment Operation Weekly or MonthlyComputer/Typewriter Operation OccasionallyRequires Good Vision DailyRequires Good Color Vision DailyRequires Good Night Vision DailyRequires Good Hearing DailyRequires Large Motor Skills DailyRequires Fine Motor Skills DailyRequires Depth Vision DailyRequires Peripheral Vision DailyRequires Far Vision DailyRequires Near Vision DailyHIGHLY IMPORTANTBalancing OccasionallyExposure to Irritants/Fumes 1-4 times per yearRequires Sense of Touch Weekly or MonthlyRequires Sense of Smell Weekly or MonthlyRequires Ability to Taste Weekly or MonthlyMODERATELY IMPORTANTExposure to Hazardous Chemicals RareThis Position Description is not intended to be all-inclusive. It is within the City of Elk River's discretion to assign additional duties and responsibilities or remove duties and responsibilities at any time.This Position Description does not constitute a Contract of Employment.