CITIZENS ON PATROL
JOB DESCRIPTION |
| Position/Title: |
Citizens on Patrol Volunteer
Halifax Regional Police |
| Purpose: |
To reduce crime in HRM by patrolling and reporting observed
criminal activity in areas under HRP jurisdiction |
Activities/
Responsibilities: |
• Attend all training sessions as required
• Patrol community using own vehicle
• Make observations and take notes on activities in the community
• Contact HRP when questionable conduct is noticed
• Respond to divisional complaints through directed patrol
• Appear in court to give evidence if necessary
• Attend special events or information sessions
• Attend meetings as scheduled
• Complete all reports and logs as required |
| Time Frame |
• Oneyear
commitment
• Four hours per week |
| Site/Location |
• Based out of divisional Community Response Officers office |
| Qualifications: |
• Interest in working toward a safe community
• Mature, responsible, reliable, honest
• Successful through all HRP security clearances
• Flexible, team player
• Possess a valid Nova Scotia Driver’s Licence
• 19 years of age or older
• Hold valid auto insurance and registration as per provincial
requirements
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| Measures: |
• Increase public awareness of HRP mandate
• Recorded numbers of incidents reported
• Numbers of shifts logged
• Numbers of special events attended |
| Benefits: |
• Sense of accomplishment and giving to community
• Ongoing training
• Flexible position; ability to set own hours
• Opportunity to meet new people
• References available after one year of service |
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