Police Assistant - Police Administration - Safety City - TE

About the role

This position conducts traffic safety educational programs at Safety City and performs general maintenance to ensure the continuity of these programs. It is a temporary position lasting through the 2026-2027 school year, requiring approximately 90-100 hours monthly.

Responsibilities

• Aid in implementing traffic safety education programs for third graders and younger children.
• Create and present Safety Education presentations to various community groups.
• Maintain contact and engage in public relations activities with elementary and secondary schools.
• Perform preventative maintenance on electric vehicles, bicycles, and other equipment used at Safety City.
• Maintain Safety City facilities and grounds.
• Take out and store miniature vehicles and bicycles daily.
• Assist with inventorying for maintenance and equipment needs.
• Develop and produce printed materials including brochures, flyers, and pamphlets.
• Cross-train with other Safety City personnel to ensure a seamless program.
• Assist with Youth Division clerical duties.

Requirements

• One (1) year of experience in crime prevention, public service, or safety education is preferred.
• A high school or GED is required.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of office practices, methods, and computer equipment.
• Principles and methods of training and instruction.
• Principles and practices in dealing with the public and public relations activities.
• Basic understanding of traffic laws for motor vehicles, pedestrians, and cyclists.
• Ability to operate traffic signals and signs, audio and visual equipment, and motor vehicles safely.
• Good time management skills with minimal direct supervision.
• Use of computer software such as Microsoft-Office including Word, PowerPoint, and Excel.
• Organize effectively and multitask.
• Repair vehicles, equipment, and facilities, which may require mechanical and minor carpentry work.
• Understand and follow oral and written instructions.
• Communicate effectively with internal and external partners in safety education, including supervisors, co-workers, teachers, parents, and volunteers.
• Establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with those contacted in the course of work, both internally and externally.

Skills

• Operate traffic signals and signs.
• Operate audio and visual equipment.
• Operate motor vehicles safely.

Benefits

No specific benefits are mentioned in the job description.

Pay

The pay rate is $21.16 per hour to $25.39 per hour, depending on experience and qualifications.

Schedule

The schedule is flexible and requires approximately 90-100 hours monthly throughout the 2026-2027 school year.