Synagogue Auxiliary Police Officer

Under the direct supervision of a Sergeant or Lieutenant, patrols a designated area ensuring compliance with all applicable State Laws and City Ordinances. Serves as on-site police and public safety contact for assigned synagogue or religious center. Serves as an on-site police and public safety contact for assigned synagogue or religious center Patrols assigned areas by vehicle, foot, bike, or other mode to deter and detect criminal activity, Maintains visibility and a positive relationship with the community, participating in community outreach events, conducting safety checks, and other directed patrol Responds to dispatched calls, including emergencies and disturbances, Handles calls as appropriate, including taking incident/accident reports and settling disputes and disturbances; Enforces local, state, and federal laws, including issuing warnings, citations, and making arrests as necessary Secures warrants, makes arrests, and transports arrestees Takes statements from witnesses and suspects Prepares written reports and maintains accurate records of incidents and activities Operates police vehicles and uses department-issued equipment such as radios, firearms, mobile data terminals, and defensive tools to accomplish tasks Other related duties may be assigned. Minimum of 21 years of age at time of appointment. To be appointed to the position of reserve police officer, a candidate must have completed an OPOTC accredited police academy and is currently eligible to be certified as an Ohio peace officer. Possession of a valid Ohio Driver's License at time of appointment. Must be a United States citizen. Must be in good physical condition; may be required to submit to a medical examination. Visual acuity - both eyes must have corrected vision of 20/30. Successful completion of all phases of the Selection Process prior to appointment. (Process includes application phase, record check, background investigation, oral interview, and appointment by the Chief of Police.) Upon recommendation of the Oral Board, a successful applicant may be required to submit to a psychological, medical, and polygraph exam. Synagogue Auxiliary Officers must be able to be contacted and called back to duty in an emergency. The officer should report to the station, ready for duty, within sixty minutes of being contacted. Considerable knowledge of applicable Federal, State and Local Laws relating to law enforcement. Considerable knowledge of law enforcement methods, principles, practices and procedures. Considerable knowledge of safety practices and procedures. General knowledge of municipal government structure and process. Skill in the use of firearms. Good interpersonal and human relations skills. Ability to understand and carry out detailed oral and written instructions. Ability to exercise sound reasoning and good judgment. Ability to recognize unusual or threatening conditions and take appropriate action. Ability to interpret and apply principles, concepts, methods, laws, ordinances and techniques to field conditions. Ability to recognize, analyze and define problems, establish facts, draw valid conclusions, and initiate appropriate corrective actions. Ability to organize and prioritize daily tasks and activities. Ability to use proper research and investigative methods, techniques and practices in gathering data. Ability to prepare clear, concise, complete and accurate reports. Ability to work alone on most tasks. Ability to cooperate with co-workers on group efforts. Ability to establish and maintain a good rapport with the public. Ability to handle routine and sensitive inquiries from, and contact with, the public. Ability to maintain confidentiality in handling of sensitive events and issues. Ability to communicate with the public, peers, superiors and other City officials and employees in an effective, tactful and courteous manner. Ability to resolve complaints from angry citizens in an effective, tactful and courteous manner. Ability to demonstrate physical strength and dexterity in the use of hands and feet. Ability to demonstrate physical fitness.