VOLUNTEER - CITIZEN'S ON PATROL (CoP)
VOLUNTEER - CITIZEN'S ON PATROL (CoP)
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Job Description
General Description
Citizens on Patrol (CoP) are an invaluable resource to our agency. These individuals donate their time and talents to not only this agency but the community in which they live and serve. Our team acts as the eyes and ears of our community by performing crime watch activities that alerts the Sheriffs Office of hazards and unlawful behavior and when requested assists Sheriffs Office personnel in the performance of their duties such as traffic control traffic crashes disabled vehicles community events and special assignments as requested.
Typical Duties
Community Policing and CoPs
The Seminole County Sheriffs Office believes in the philosophy of Community Policing and the Citizens on Patrol Program is a natural extension of this. CoPs provide our community with a personalized service approach that helps to create a proactive partnership between the community and law enforcement. Citizens on Patrol (CoP) patrol the community in specially marked vehicles and assist deputies when requested with traffic control traffic crashes and disabled vehicles. CoPs also assist with community events providing escort duties for funeral processions or visiting dignitaries and helping with special assignments and operations as needed.
Our Mission
Our organization is committed to the highest standards of professionalism integrity and moral and ethical conduct. Our workforce is the most important resource and this program will assist in developing the necessary skills to carry out our mission:To enhance the quality of life by reducing crime andthefear of crime throughout Seminole County.
We ALL have a duty and responsibility to do our part to contribute to the overall success of our organization and to the people we serve. Remember TOGETHER we make a difference.
Morale - is one of the key points to the success of any team. Remember a positive approach is contagious and essential and applies to everything our team does.
Teamwork - is fundamental to our team being productive.
Professionalism- respect and courtesy to each other is paramount. Anything less is counterproductive to our team concept.Minimum Qualifications
- Must be 18 years of age
- Must possess and maintain a valid Florida Drivers License
- Must pass a full background investigation computerized voice stress analysis (CVSA) testand drug screening
- Submit required documents which include:
- NotarizedBackground Waiver
- Hold Harmless Agreement
- Copy of High School Diploma/GED or proof of any higher education in the event one is unable to obtain their High School Diploma or GED
- Copy of Birth Certificate or Naturalization Certificate
- Copy of Social Security Card
- Copy of Driver License
- Commit to a minimum of 8 hours per month or 96 hours annually
To learn more about the Citizen on Patrol Program and/or training please contact the Community Engagement Division at orPlease direct any background processing questions to:Seminole County Sheriffs OfficeHuman Resources Division100 Eslinger WaySanford FL 32773
External applicants for employment will submit to a thorough background investigation which includes but not limited to past employment/education verification driver license review credit history prior drug use history arrest/conviction record and computerized voice stress analysis (CVSA) testing. A certified examiner administers the CVSA with questions addressing illegal drug use and general questions of honesty and criminal history. Any dishonesty or deception on the Employment Application will disqualify your application.
The background investigation process may take 3-6 months depending upon the complexity of the applicants background and position for which youve applied. Applicants selected for employment will be provided a conditional offer and required to submit to a medical examination with drug screening.
Candidates must also comply with the Agencys current Tattoo and Body Ornamentation Policy. A copy ofGeneral Order 28 - Dress and Appearance can be accessed here. An applicants tattoos and body ornamentation must be disclosed at the time of application and will be documented as part of the agencys review process even if otherwise meeting the Agencys policy.
Applicants not selected for employment will receive notification from the Human Resources Division to include justification based on the following disqualifiers: negative background failure to meet minimum qualifications as outlined in the specific job description or any additional information discovered during the interview process. Applicants will be eligible to reapply with the Seminole County Sheriffs Office after one year from date of notification.The Seminole County Sheriffs Office is committed to a diverse work force is a drug free workplace and is an equal opportunity employer. We strongly support our military veterans and their families and encourage them to consider applying to agency job announcements for which they may qualify. Preference-Eligible Applicant service members and veterans and the spouses and family members of such service members and veterans receive preference and priority and are encouraged to apply for the positions being filled. Additionally certain Preference-Eligible Applicants may also be eligible to receive waivers for postsecondary educational requirements in employment.
Employment Type
Volunteer
