Police Aide

Village of Menomonee Falls; Menomonee Falls (WI); On-site; USD 20,664,000 - 26,174,000; Full time

Job summary

The Village of Menomonee Falls is seeking an entry level Police Aide to support the Patrol Support Unit. The role involves traffic and crowd control, parking enforcement, school crossing assistance, and basic police department duties.

The position may require flexible hours, including nights and weekends. Minimum qualifications include a high school diploma or equivalent and a valid Wisconsin driver's license.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent is required.
• Ability to work flexible hours including night shift, weekends and holidays.

Responsibilities

• Support Patrol and traffic control activities as assigned.
• Assist with administrative tasks for Police Department and Municipal Court.
• Coordinate fingerprinting and court-related duties.
• Maintain cleanliness and order in officer work areas and facilities.

Education

High school or equivalent

Job description

Job Summary

Entry level position that reports to the Patrol Support Unit Supervisor. Responsible for performing a variety of tasks associated with traffic and crowd control, parking control and enforcement, school crossing assistance, citation issuance, service complaints, animal control, lockout/assist motorist, clerical/municipal court duties, locking park comfort stations (seasonal), squad portering and a variety of other Police Department activities.

Job Duties

Administrative

• Courier assignments for the Police Department and as otherwise assigned.
• Filing, recording, copying, records research and other clerical tasks associated with the Police Department and Municipal Court.
• Submission of police reports, call records, citations, related investigative documents, special reports and other forms associated with patrol support function.
• Ensure a ready supply of often used forms and documents in officer work areas.
• Facilitate the intake of Municipal Court appearances during court hours.

Patrol Support

• Respond to Assist Citizen, Disabled Motorist, Animal Violation, Parking Violation, Hazardous Condition, Littering / Dumping, Abandoned Vehicle, Found Property and other calls for service as assigned.
• Initiate parking enforcement within established guidelines.
• Coordinate the pick-up of stray and injured animals by the Humane Animal Welfare Society and wildlife care organizations.
• Serve subpoenas for Municipal Court.
• Fingerprint citizens for employment purposes.
• Traffic and crowd control at crash scenes, special events and other incidents as a supplement to sworn officer ranks.
• Assist sworn officers with the fingerprinting of prisoners.
• Secure park rest stations and check security of other village owned buildings and installations.

Housekeeping

• Ensure the cleanliness and orderliness of officer work areas, Municipal Lock Up / Booking Room, Fitness Room, the indoor parking garage, and other high security areas.
• Maintain cleanliness of fleet vehicles.
• Facilitate the transfer of fleet vehicles for repairs and service.
• Ensure ready supply of first aid kits, fire extinguishers, and other consumable patrol equipment.

Minimum Qualifications

Education/Training/Experience

• High school or equivalent required

License

• Valid Wisconsin Driver's License required by date of appointment, excluding any serious driving violations or a pattern of offenses that could be detrimental to performing the duties of a police aide.

Other

• Must be at least 18 years of age
• Ability to work flexible hours including night shift, weekends and holidays

Supplemental Information

Physical Tasks and Environmental Conditions

• Ability to lift/carry up to 30 pounds
• Ability to stand or be on one's feet for extended periods of time and in all weather conditions
• Possess physical ability and motor skills to perform tasks including but not limited to traffic and crowd control and animal pick ups

Primary Work Location

• Village Hall, W156N8480 Pilgrim Road, Menomonee Falls, WI 53051

EEOE Statement

The Village of Menomonee Falls provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. This applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.

In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, the Village will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities and encourages both prospective and current employees to discuss potential accommodations with the employer.