Police Service Assistant Apprentice-Contractual

Lake Havasu City•Lake Havasu City, AZ

10d•Onsite

About The Position

Police Service Assistant Apprentice (Contract Position) Salary: $19.23 upon contract for Police Service Assistant Apprentice FLSA Status: Non-Exempt Department: Police Department/Patrol Division Employment Status: Temporary Contract Position If interested in the Police Service Assistant Apprentice, please know this position is designed as a time-limited contract opportunity, with a maximum duration of three years. JOB ANNOUCEMENT: Are you looking to begin a meaningful career in public service? Do you want to make a real difference in your community? We're seeking motivated, professional, and community-minded individuals to join our team as Police Service Assistance Apprentices. As an apprentice during this internship, you’ll gain hands-on experience while working alongside dedicated officers and staff in a busy and supportive police environment. This is your opportunity to develop key skills, earn while you learn, and contribute to the vital work of policing.

Requirements

High School diploma or GED.
Must be at least 18 years of age at the time of application.
Ability to pass an extensive background investigation.
Valid Driver’s License of the appropriate class.
Complete the Police Service Assistant Academy and Police Service Assistant Field Training Program

Nice To Haves

A genuine interest in policing, community safety, and public service
Has or currently participates in a Police Explorer or Cadet program that is interested in future law enforcement
Strong communication and interpersonal skills
Good attention to detail and ability to follow procedures
Willingness to learn and adapt in a fast-paced environment
Commitment to confidentiality and professionalism

Responsibilities

Responds to non-emergency or delayed calls from the public that may not require the presence of a sworn police officer and gathers information by interviewing victims, witnesses, and reporting parties
Assists with traffic control, minor noninjury collision investigation, takes statements, and completes related reports
Conducts follow up investigations that do not require contact with a suspect; identifies, collects and documents evidence on scene; takes photographs and fingerprints; handles and transports evidence
Patrols city parks and recreation areas, monitors users, and reports unsafe conditions or vandalism.
Patrol parks and recreation areas, monitor public safety, and report vandalism or hazardous conditions.