Police Intern

Job Details

Description

Non-Exempt $15/Hour 10-Week Fall Internship Position Summary (Primary Function)

The Police Intern will receive training and gain exposure to various aspects of GSP Airport District Police Department operations, with a focus on maintaining the Victim Advocacy resource list, supporting outreach initiatives, and conducting searches and purges of police records.

Responsibilities

• Assist updating the Victim Advocate manual, verifying and confirming the list of resources in the local area.
• Affix with department records and purging of records, as needed.
• Affix with closing case files and filing monthly reports.
• Exposure to policing in an airport environment, secured areas, the Airport Operations Center and police dispatching.
• Affix with data entry.
• Other duties as assigned.

Education Requirements

Currently enrolled in or recently graduated from a degree program at a regionally accredited institution.
Pursuing or recently graduated with a degree in Criminal Justice, Behavioral Sciences, or law enforcement related field of study.
Minimum GPA of 2.5 on a 4.0 scale at the time of application submission.

Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities

• Proficiency in the use of a personal computer is necessary, including skills in Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and database products.
• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Ability to plan, organize, and set priorities.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Excellent interpersonal skills.
• Willingness to learn police records management systems and a teachable attitude.
• Ability to multitask and make sound decisions while relaying information quickly.

Licenses Required

Valid Driver’s License.

Latitude/Independent Judgment/Accuracy

Diligence must be exercised when handling confidential information.
Reasonable care for equipment/process will prevent injury/damage.
Interns will have no police powers or authority. They will operate in a civilian capacity with limitations set for safety and security.

Working Conditions

• Physical Demand – Little physical effort required. Some light lifting, carrying, walking, standing, pushing, pulling, stooping and kneeling requirements are necessary up to 30% of the time. Sitting required 70% of the time.
• Mental and or Visual Demands – Mental and visual demands vary with function performed. Consistent mental attention is needed to monitor workflow and respond efficiently.
  Attentiveness to work procedures will reduce potential risk of minor injury in certain work areas.
• Exposed to normal office environment and limited industrial environment.

Other Requirements

Must be able to complete and pass a background investigation, drug screening, and physical examination as per Federal, State, and GSP Airport District requirements.