CHANDLER POLICE DEPARTMENT
VOLUNTEERS IN POLICING JOB DESCRIPTION
MOTORIST ASSIST
The City of Chandler Police Department is currently seeking qualified individuals interested in joining our team as a Motorist Assist Volunteer. The Motorist Assist Volunteers are uniformed civilians who are trained to assist motorists who have encountered vehicular problems while driving. MAs may be called upon to assist at vehicular accident scenes, do traffic control, or perform other assigned duties for which they have been trained. MAs will report to the Volunteer Coordinator and the on-duty sergeant as needed. The work hours or schedules for these positions will vary and may not exceed 10 hours per shift (see Hours section).
Who we are
The City of Chandler Police Department, consisting of 362 sworn officers and 177 civilians, serves a growing population of close to 287,945 residents. The organization is divided into three main divisions, one bureau, and many sections/units. The Patrol Operations Division consisting of three precincts, 1) Main Station - Downtown & North Chandler, 2) Desert Breeze - West Chandler, and 3) Chandler Heights - South Chandler, work in concert with the Criminal Investigations Division, Operational Support Division, and Professional Services Division to meet the needs of the community. The members of the Chandler Police Department are dedicated to the advancement of community policing and the development of a partnership with our citizens. Our mission is to provide a safe community where people can live, work, and thrive. We are committed to being a world-class leader in law enforcement. We will pursue and engage the best trained, equipped, and committed professionals who demonstrate the highest standards of performance and best policing practices in partnership with the community.
Who we are looking for
Our ideal candidate will have a passion for customer service, teamwork, and collaboration. Motorist Assist volunteers are uniformed civilians who are trained to assist motorists who have encountered vehicular problems while driving. MAs may be called upon to assist at vehicular accident scenes, do traffic control, or perform other assigned duties for which they have been trained. MAs will report to the Volunteer Coordinator and the on-duty sergeant as needed.
Qualifications to be a Motorist Assist:
18 years or older Valid Arizona driver’s license Commit to one (1) year in the program. Commit to work a minimum of 16 hours per month; however more hours will be required during the training period.
Basic tasks include the ability to:
Communicate well, both verbally and in writing. Operate a vehicle safely and maintain a safe driving record. Work effectively in emergency situations. Provide excellent customer service to community and CPD staff. Stand or sit for long periods; Reach, bend, stoop, kneel, twist, and turn. Work in extreme weather conditions and maintain situational awareness at all times. Ability to work with various personalities as part of a team. Follow directions and Department policies.
Advanced tasks will include the ability to:
Operate the Mobile Data Terminal and Computer. Complete Mobile Report Entries. Safely assist with traffic control. Communicate using the radio, mastery of phonetic alphabet, and radio codes. Jump vehicles. Provide lockout services.
Successful training to include:
A minimum of 50 hours of classroom training. Ride-along/observation with the Chandler Police Department, Chandler Fire Department,
Communications, Motorist Assist (approximately 26 hours)
Complete a minimum of 40 hours of Field Training and Evaluations. Attend required trainings and quarterly meetings.
Hours:
Hours will vary and may not exceed 10 hours per shift. Hours are generally flexible; however, trainings, meetings, events, or certain shifts may be in the evenings or on the weekends.
Application Process
NeoGov ApplicationPreliminary Background Questionnaire Submittal & ReviewOral Board InterviewBackground InterviewInterview with Chief of Police`
Applicants for employment and volunteer opportunities should be aware of the City of Chandler’s policies concerning the use of drugs and alcohol. These policies have not been altered by the passage of Proposition 207. The use of recreational marijuana is a violation of the city’s Drug Free Workplace Policy. Certain positions within the city are required to submit to a pre-employment drug test. A positive result for drugs tested under the policy, including recreational marijuana, may be grounds for withdrawal of an offer of employment or volunteer opportunity. The examination process may vary if determined necessary.
The City of Chandler is committed to Equal Opportunity and Reasonable Accommodation.