Community Service Officer

Rapid City, SD
Rapid Police Department

Salary: $22.50 Hourly

Closing Date: 11/29/2024

Position Summary:

This position is part of the Professional Services, Fraternal Order of Police (FOP) Union.

The Community Service Officer is a non-sworn position responsible for assisting the Patrol Division by performing tasks that will allow the Police Officers the opportunity to better provide police services for the city of Rapid City.

Essential Functions:

  • Responds to citizen complaints and completes reports for incidents that do not require a sworn police officer, including belated thefts, vandalism, and criminal entry to vehicles, under the general supervision of a Police Sergeant.
  • Collects, preserves, and places any physical evidence present at a citizen complaint.
  • Handles animal complaints for the purpose of investigations of mistreatment, or control of abandoned, dangerous, or unattended animals when animal control is not available.
  • Assists patrol officers with traffic control and motorists assist.
  • Conducts drive through of parks, addressing or reporting any safety hazards.
  • Responds to traffic hazards and other safety hazards.
  • Gives information and/or directions to the public.
  • Prepares reports for prosecutions and gives evidence and provides testimony in court as necessary.

Requirements:

  • High school diploma or GED equivalency.
  • Must possess a valid driver’s license or ability to obtain within 30 days from date of hire.
  • This position requires a flexible schedule that will include working shifts, weekends, and holidays.
  • This position requires the operation of a motor vehicle in all weather conditions.