JOB
The Auxiliary Patrol Officer shall be responsible for his/her assigned duties and shall have the authority under City of Oberlin Ordinance (§ 141.12) to issue warnings and citations for violations of City Ordinances related to motor vehicle parking regulations, garbage and refuse regulations, bicycle operations regulations and animal prohibitions.
Auxiliary Patrol Officer shall be committed to the mission, vision and values of the City and demonstrate such through ethical conduct, community stewardship, individual initiative and responsive service. The Auxiliary Patrol Officer shall demonstrate leadership and technical skills through effective communication and collaboration, proper use of team resources, progressive decision-making, personal accountability and responsibility.
The job description is intended merely to illustrate the duties that may be assigned to persons assigned this title. It should not be interpreted to describe all the duties that may be required of persons holding a position assigned this title or to limit the nature and extent of assignments a person may be given.
EXAMPLE OF DUTIES
Primary Job Duties: (Essential functions are identified by an "*")
General Duties*
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Issues warnings and citations for violations of City ordinances related to:
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Motor vehicle parking regulations
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Garbage and refuse regulations
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Bicycle operations regulations
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Animals running at large or barking dog prohibitions
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Traffic control
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Bicycle registration
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Vehicle lockouts
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Fingerprinting (civilian and criminal)
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Checking vacation homes
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Special events including, but not limited to:
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Parades
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Fourth of July
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Juneteenth
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Other duties as directed by the Officer in Charge
Supervision:
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Works under the supervision of the Auxiliary Police Captain
Unusual or Special Working Conditions
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Responds to call-outs in times of emergency.
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Required to work in severe weather conditions and possible hazardous traffic conditions.
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Dependability is in this position is vital.
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Applicants must be able to respond and report for work within 20 minutes if called in to work an unscheduled assignment. Applicants must be able to work in an outdoor environment and in various weather conditions.
SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION
- Knowledge of Oberlin city ordinances pertaining to enforcement activity
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Knowledge of basic safety principles and practices
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Ability to establish and maintain effective work relationships with supervisor, co-workers, employees, City officials and the public
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Ability to investigate, analyze and effectively resolve problems and conflicts
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Ability to multi-task and perform with evolving priorities
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Ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive issues with discretion/sound judgment
