Patrol Aide

City of Chesapeake; Chesapeake (VA); On-site; USD 19,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

City of Chesapeake seeks Patrol Aides to support patrol operations. Requires a high school diploma or GED, is open to individuals 18+, and requires a valid driver's license and clean driving record.

This position involves rotating schedules, weekends/holidays, potential overtime for emergencies. Cadet program leads toward sworn officer status at 20 1/2 years or after 2 years 6 months in cadet; disqualifications apply. City emphasizes integrity and service.

Qualifications

• Requires a high school diploma or GED/HSE.
• No prior experience required.
• Requires a valid driver’s license and driving record in compliance with City Driving Standards.

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Required Qualifications

Vocational/Educational Requirement:

Requires a high school diploma or GED / HSE .

Experience:

None required

Special Certifications and Licenses:

Requires a valid driver’s license and driving record in compliance with City Driving Standards. Special skills or equipment certification will be required.

Special Requirement(s)

• Must be at least 18 years of age at the time of hire.
• Must meet the same minimum qualifications as a sworn officer, except for age.
  • Must be a United States Citizen.
• As a conditional employment requirement, all Patrol Aides must apply to be a sworn police officer when they reach the age of 20 ½ years old or upon service in the cadet program for 2 years and 6 months.
• Patrol Aides who fail to apply to be a sworn officer or whose years of service exceed 2 years and 6 months will be removed from the Cadet Program.
• Employees are required to work rotating schedules, including weekends and holidays, and may need to work beyond their regular hours when operationally necessary. Employees may be required to work additional hours to meet short-term departmental needs or respond to City-wide emergencies. Emergency operations support work and locations may fall outside normal job duties.

AUTOMATIC DISQUALIFYING FACTORS :

Disqualification factors from the date of the application include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Convicted of, plead guilty to, or no contest to any felony.
• Convicted of, plead guilty to, or no contest to a misdemeanor involving acts of moral turpitude (lying, cheating, and stealing).
• Convicted of, plead guilty to, or no contest to a misdemeanor sex offense.
• Convicted of, plead guilty to, or no contest to domestic assault.
• Conviction of possession, manufacture, and/or distribution of illegal drugs, excluding possession of marijuana or any cannabis derivative.
• Use of Cocaine, LSD , PCP , or any type of hallucinogenic drug in the last five years. (Subject to ADA guidelines)
• Dishonorable discharge, Bad conduct/Misconduct discharge, and Other than Honorable discharges from military service. General and Uncharacterized discharges from military service will be evaluated on a case by case basis.
• Untruthfulness or the withholding of pertinent information during any phase of the application process (e.g. application, interview, paperwork).
• Cheating on any examination or testing associated with the process.
• Tattoo Policy, any large tattoo’s on the neck, head and/or face are prohibited; however, small tattoos are on a case by case basis for approval by the Chief.
• Permanent body modifications such as earlobe stretching, subdermal implants, or similar alterations that are extreme, distracting or undermine professional decorum are prohibited.

An Acceptable Driving Record Is Determined As The Following

• No more than two convictions involving any moving violation within the last twelve months.
• No violations or convictions that indicate the valid driver’s license is/was denied, suspended or revoked during the past two years for any reason other than failure to pay fines or other non-drug or alcohol related administrative reason(s).
• No drug or alcohol related driving convictions within the past three years.
• No more than one conviction of reckless driving or driving 20 or more miles over the speed limit within the past three years.
• Convictions which are so egregious that they could be deemed negligent in the City’s duties to the public may be addressed separately through the City’s Disciplinary Policy or may result in disqualification of an applicant, intern, or volunteer. The date of conviction and anticipated date of hire will be used when determining eligibility under this policy.

Preferred Qualifications

• Empathy and Sensitivity: Ability to empathize and connect with individuals from diverse backgrounds, fostering trust and understanding in challenging situations.
• Effective Communicator: Exceptional communication skills, including active listening and clear articulation, enabling positive interactions with diverse community members and fostering trust and collaboration within the team.
• Multilingual Skills: Proficiency in a second language commonly spoken in our diverse community, empowering effective communication with a broader range of residents.
• Community Engagement: Prior experience or involvement in community engagement initiatives, outreach programs, or volunteer work.
• Professional Development: Eagerness to engage in ongoing professional development opportunities focused on providing fair and impartial police services.
• Collaborative Team Player: Strong interpersonal skills and a collaborative spirit, contributing positively to a diverse team environment.
• Physical Fitness:Willing to improve physical fitness and stamina, ensuring the ability to effectively perform job duties.