PUBLIC SAFETY VOLUNTEER
About The Position
The City of Grand Junction Public Safety Volunteer Program is designed to supplement and support the staff of the Police and Fire Departments in their mission to safeguard the community and enhance its quality of life. Public Safety Volunteers assist first responders in numerous ways, including supporting office staff, assisting with educational programs, working in the field, and hosting community events. Volunteers are considered an integral part of the daily work. Exciting fieldwork opportunities include the Neighborhood Speed Watch Program, Fire Safety Classes, Building Tours, Fleet Transport, Compression only CPR demonstrations, and Community Patrol. Office opportunities are available in Records, Investigations, Crime Lab, and administrative offices within both departments. Volunteering provides an opportunity to give back to the community, learn new skills, and become part of a close-knit group of first responders. Opportunities are available for adults of various ages and abilities, with flexible commitments ranging from a few hours a month to several hours each week.
Requirements
- Meet established personnel standards of the Fire and Police Departments
- Provide a high level of personal information in the application process
- Do not include the dates of your education (years of attendance or graduation) on your application, resume or attachments
Responsibilities
- Administrative Assistant Support (GJPD)
- Assist with Police Drills, Training, and Agility Tests for GJPD Applicants
- Bike Registrations
- Building Tours
- Chaplain Program (GJPD)
- Crime Free Multi-Housing
- Evidence and Crime Lab Support
- Lobby Window Assistance
- Neighborhood Speed Watch
- Patrol Vehicle Transport and Cleaning
- Pawn Ticket Data Entry
- Public Safety Events (GJPD)
- Radar Trailer Placement
- Vacation Home Checks
- Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) Inspections
- Witness Subpoenas
- Administrative Assistant Support (GJFD)
- Community Outreach Specialist Support
- Assist with Fire Drills and Training
- Burn Season Permits
- Chaplain Program (GJFD)
- CPR Equipment Maintenance
- Fire Prevention Documentation
- Fire Safety School Program
- Front Desk Assistance
- Smoke Detector Installation and Education
- Station Tours and Public Safety Events (GJFD)
Benefits
- Give back to your community
- Learn new skills
- Be a part of the close-knit group of first responders
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What This Job Offers
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
