Police Aide

Built for the Badge; Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Built for the Badge is seeking a Police Aide to support the City’s mission and values. Under supervision, aides assist with traffic incidents, community care-taking tasks, and other low-priority calls typically handled by sworn officers.

The role emphasizes non-sworn status, no firearms, no arrest powers, and a distinctive uniform with assignment to drive a marked vehicle. Operational integrity and community safety are key focus areas.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED is required.
• Must be at least 18 years old and possess a valid driver's license.
• Familiarity with local geography and Windows computer environments is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Support investigations of traffic incidents and low-priority calls for service.
• Assist with community care-taking functions under supervision.
• Operate a marked vehicle and adhere to uniform standards.

Skills

Geography familiarity

Windows workstation environments

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Microsoft Windows

Job description

Actively support and uphold the City’s stated mission and values. Under supervision of a Police Sergeant, Police Aides help investigate traffic incidents, community care-taking functions, and other low-priority calls for service that sworn police officers typically handle. The Police Aide is distinguished from the Police Officer by the fact that the Police Aide in not a sworn officer, does not carry a firearm, has no power of arrest, and does not initiate sworn police (criminal) enforcement activities (e.g. suspicious person or suspect contact, traffic stops, code 3 driving, and response to in-progress crimes). The Police Aide wears a uniform that is distinctively different and is assigned to drive a specially marked vehicle.

By applying to this position, you are opening yourself to the opportunity to work in a critical division program and make a significant impact on our employees and the community we serve.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

• High School Diploma or General Equivalency Diploma
• Must be 18 years of age
• Valid driver's license

DESIRED EXPERIENCE AND TRAINING

• College coursework or degree in a related field.
• Familiarity with Coconino County geography.
• Familiarity with Microsoft Windows workstation environments.

Other Requirements and Working Conditions

• Must possess, or obtain upon employment, a v