Volunteer Police Reserve Officer

Are you passionate about serving a community and making a difference? As a Police Reserve Officer, you'll play a key role in supporting law enforcement efforts and fostering a safe, vibrant community. This volunteer position offers a unique opportunity to gain valuable experience, assist with public safety initiatives, and work alongside dedicated professionals in a rewarding and dynamic environment. Whether you're exploring a career in law enforcement or looking to contribute your time and skills, we invite you to join our team and be part of something meaningful. The Coon Rapids Police Reserve Unit consists of well-trained and dedicated volunteers who are focused on serving the needs of the community. Coon Rapids Police Reserve officers assist the Coon Rapids Police Department throughout the city in staffing and performing many non-sworn, non-enforcement functions.

At the City of Coon Rapids, our Police Department serves an outstanding community where officers are thankful for our citizens’ unwavering support. We have a great team of officers and support staff who go above and beyond to ensure strong community engagement and exceptional customer service. Do you have an interest in helping the community? Become a Police Reserve Officer today! The Reserve Unit consists of well-trained and dedicated volunteers who are focused on serving the needs of the community. Coon Rapids Police Reserve officers assist the Coon Rapids Police Department throughout the city in staffing and performing many non-sworn, non-enforcement, non-armed functions. Following the Reserve Officer training, you will have an opportunity to participate in park patrol, security at Anoka Ramsey Community College as well as security for high school hockey games! These opportunities are paid at $21.98 per hour!

A great way to gain experience and learn about exciting employment opportunities with the Coon Rapids Police Department. Law Enforcement students have an opportunity to earn tuition reimbursement after being employed for 6 months in good standing and who provide paid or unpaid service for a minimum of 250 hours per year. Reserve Officers qualify for internal hiring opportunities! The City of Coon Rapids employs a great team of people dedicated and service centered! Our mission revolves around the understanding that only together, can we provide outstanding leadership and services that strengthen our community. Serving our Citizens and local businesses is essential in our work. Our vision is to strengthen our community with a respectful, collaborative, and innovative employee culture that values employee growth, personal balance, and contagious enthusiasm. Our core values include dedication to essentials such as trust, teamwork, innovation and commitment to excellence!

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The City of Coon Rapids is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and actively seeks a diverse workforce that reflects the community we serve. The City welcomes, and encourages any qualified applicant to apply regardless of race, color, religion, familial status, sex (including pregnancy or related conditions, gender identity/expression, and sexual orientation), parental status, marital status, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, political affiliation, military service, or other non-merit based factors or any other basis protected by law.

Essential duties listed below are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work that may be performed. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them if the work is similar, related or a logical assignment to the position.

• Participate in non-enforcement duties including but are not limited to: 4th of July events, Anoka Ramsey Community College security, hockey security, park patrol and Coon Rapids High School football games. The Coon Rapids Police Reserve Unit also assists in emergencies and natural disasters in the community and around Minnesota.
  
  

To perform this position successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills, and/or abilities required.

The Requirements To Join The Reserve Unit Are

• Must be able to attend Reserve Academy held once a week for approximately 2 months.
• Must be at least 18 years of age and a U.S. citizen.
• Possess a valid Minnesota driver’s license with a good driving record.
• Possess a high school diploma or equivalency certificate.
• Ability to walk, stand, run, lift, and carry for extended periods of time if needed.
• Able and willing to work in all weather conditions.
• Ability to complete/pass criminal history and background check.
• Pass an oral examination by a review board.
• Complete a probationary period.
• Attend a minimum of 3 out of 4 quarterly meetings.
• All reserve officers are required to volunteer a minimum of 100 hours per year at events in the community.
• Ability to work effectively and courteously with the public in essential.
  
  

The requirements to join the reserve unit are:

• Must be at least 18 years of age and a United States citizen.
• Possess a high school diploma or equivalency.
• A valid driver's license is required to drive squad cars.
• A background check will be completed on all applicants including law enforcement contacts, driver's license history and criminal background.
• All reserve officers are required to attend three out of four meetings each year.
• All reserve officers are required to volunteer a minimum of 100 hours per year at events in the community.
• Ability to work effectively and courteously with the public is essential.