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: Police Immediate Supervisor: Police Sergeant Pay Grade:FLSA Status: Non-Exempt Last Updated: (date) 10/29/02 Positions Supervised: N/A Position Summary 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. Essential Functions 1. 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 RequirementFrequencyESSENTIALStanding or WalkingWeekly or Monthly SittingWeekly or Monthly Bending of StoopingWeekly or Monthly Crouching or KneelingWeekly or Monthly Pushing/PullingWeekly or Monthly Repetitive MovementsWeekly or Monthly Twisting/TurningWeekly or Monthly Working in Confined SpacesWeekly or Monthly Operating a VehicleWeekly or Monthly Physically Grappling w/OthersNever or Rare RunningOccasionally Lifting Objects Above Shoulder1-4 times per year Lifting Objects Waist to Shoulder1-4 times per year Lifting Objects Knee to Waist1-4 times per year Lifting Objects Floor to Knee1-4 times per year Carrying Objects1-4 times per year Working at HeightsNever or Rare Exposure to Temperature ExtremesWeekly or Monthly Operation of Telephone/RadioWeekly or Monthly Machinery OperationWeekly or Monthly Equipment OperationWeekly or Monthly Computer/Typewriter OperationOccasionally Requires Good VisionDaily Requires Good Color VisionDaily Requires Good Night VisionDaily Requires Good HearingDaily Requires Large Motor SkillsDaily Requires Fine Motor SkillsDaily Requires Depth VisionDaily Requires Peripheral VisionDaily Requires Far VisionDaily Requires Near VisionDaily HIGHLY IMPORTANTBalancingOccasionally Exposure to Irritants/Fumes1-4 times per year Requires Sense of TouchWeekly or Monthly Requires Sense of SmellWeekly or Monthly Requires Ability to TasteWeekly or Monthly MODERATELY IMPORTANTExposure to Hazardous ChemicalsRare This 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.