Volunteers in Police Service (VIPS)

VOLUNTEER ASSIGNMENT DESCRIPTION

JOB TITLE:
Community Services Volunteer I

GOAL/PURPOSE:
To assist Sweet Home Police Department employees with various Community Policing tasks as needed and in the Sweet Home community if necessary.

SUPERVISION:
Community Services Officer/Sergeants

TIME COMMITMENT:
Determined through coordination with other enforcement volunteers.
Hours vary based upon tasks performed, Monday through Friday with occasional Saturday duties

DUTIES:

• Transport radar trailer to designated locations throughout the city
• Assist with traffic control during events
• Assist the Community Services Officer with Sweet Home Police Department events
• General office duties
• Phone calling as needed
• Assist with Dog Kennel as needed
• Assist with Speed Monitoring of traffic
• Assist with errands as needed

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Successful completion of a background criminal history/check
• Equivalent to a high school diploma
• Previous customer service experience
• Ability to work independently and/or in a team environment
• Experience and training which demonstrates the knowledge, skills and abilities to perform the above duties
• Familiar with Microsoft computer usage desirable
• Previous website experience, if applicable
• Valid Oregon Driver’s License

TRAINING:

• In house training for familiarization with City’s intranet
• Sweet Home Police Department Basic fundamental volunteer training and familiarization
• In house equipment usage training
• In house task-specific instructional training
• Successful completion of Food Handler’s License

BENEFITS:
This is an opportunity for a volunteer to give back to the community and keep their skills sharp.

For any questions or to apply for the program, please contact Sean Morgan at smorgan@sweethomeor.gov.