Human Exploitation and Trafficking Unit Volunteer

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Human Exploitation and Trafficking Unit Volunteer

Description

Job Announcement

CHANDLER POLICE DEPARTMENT
VOLUNTEERS IN POLICING JOB DESCRIPTION - HEAT
HUMAN EXPLOITATION AND TRAFFICKING CRIMES UNIT

The City of Chandler Police Department is currently seeking qualified individuals interested in joining our team as a Human Exploitation and Trafficking (HEAT) Crimes Unit Volunteer. The HEAT Crimes Unit Volunteers are mostly assigned to solo tasks, and occasionally to group tasks, which support the function of the Human Exploitation and Trafficking Unit. The work hours or schedules for this position are generally day shift during Tuesday, Wednesday, or Thursday. While this opportunity allows candidates to earn volunteer service hours, it is an unpaid position.

Who we are
The City of Chandler Police Department, consisting of 362 sworn officers and 177 civilians, serves a growing population of close to 287,945 residents. The organization is divided into three main divisions, one bureau, and many sections/units. The Patrol Operations Division consisting of three precincts, 1) Main Station - Downtown & North Chandler, 2) Desert Breeze - West Chandler, and 3) Chandler Heights - South Chandler, work in concert with the Criminal Investigations Division, Operational Support Division, and Professional Services Division to meet the needs of the community. The members of the Chandler Police Department are dedicated to the advancement of community policing and the development of a partnership with our citizens. Our mission is to provide a safe community where people can live, work, and thrive. We are committed to being a world-class leader in law enforcement. We will pursue and engage the best trained, equipped, and committed professionals who demonstrate the highest standards of performance and best policing practices in partnership with the community.

Who we are looking for
Our ideal volunteer candidate will have a passion for customer service, teamwork, and collaboration. The HEAT Crimes Unit Volunteer are assigned to tasks which support the function of the Human Exploitation and Trafficking Unit. Volunteers must be comfortable in settings where Human Exploitation and Sexual Exploitation incidents are discussed. Volunteers must also be comfortable going on scene with HEAT Detectives to translate for businesses where suspected Exploitation occurs.

Qualifications to be a Human Exploitation and Trafficking Unit Volunteer:

• Must be 18 years old or older.
• Must have a high school diploma or equivalency.
• Must be a United States Citizen or have the authority to work in the US.
• Must commit to serve as a volunteer for at least one year.
• Must be able to serve 16 hours a month.

Volunteers should have the ability to:

• Speak with public or present material to internal staff comfortably.
• Understand instructions and take direction.
• Learn new computer systems.

More advanced tasks that are required:

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, PowerPoint, Excel).
• Scanning attachments and uploading into Record Management System upon successful training.
• Interpret during interviews and interpret recorded conversations
• Work with detectives and maintain confidentiality.

Special skills:

• Some HEAT volunteers must be fluent in Mandarin and English.
• Translate and interpret from Mandarin into English.
• Is comfortable with reading and understanding police reports.
• Strong written and oral communication skills.
• Ability to share and communicate information to the HEAT team.

Hours:

• Volunteers are usually serving during business hours on any of the following days: Tuesday, Wednesday, or Thursday.

Application Process

• NeoGov Application
• Preliminary Background Questionnaire Submittal & Review
• Oral Board Interview
• Background Interview
• Interview with Chief of Police

Applicants for employment and volunteer opportunities should be aware of the City of Chandler's policies concerning the use of drugs and alcohol. These policies have not been altered by the passage of Proposition 207. The use of recreational marijuana is a violation of the city's Drug Free Workplace Policy. Certain positions within the city are required to submit to a pre-employment drug test. A positive result for drugs tested under the policy, including recreational marijuana, may be grounds for withdrawal of an offer of employment or volunteer opportunity. The examination process may vary if determined necessary.

The City of Chandler is committed to Equal Opportunity and Reasonable Accommodation.Closing Date/Time: 10/7/2024 11:59 PM Arizona

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