Community Service Officer

Overview

Welcome to Box Elder, South Dakota - a community that truly feels like home. Box Elder blends military and civilian life seamlessly, creating a diverse, welcoming atmosphere where people from all backgrounds come together. Nestled between the rolling prairie and the scenic Black Hills, Box Elder offers a balance of peaceful small-town living with access to outdoor adventure. Located just east of Rapid City along Interstate 90, the city is also home to Ellsworth Air Force Base, which plays a vital role in the local economy and community life.

Founded in 1907, Box Elder has grown into a dynamic city offering opportunity, natural beauty, and a place to belong.

• Responds to calls for service, including belated thefts and burglaries, civil issues, community concerns, hit-and-run accidents, accidents, runaway juveniles, and assists Police Officers with non-emergency calls.
• Performs community outreach and education activities.
• Patrols the city to detect and deter crime and to provide services to citizens; informs supervisors of dangerous or emergency situations.
• Investigates animal-related incidents; collects evidence; prepares case files and testifies in court.
• Maintains logs of calls and services provided.
• Issues warnings or citations for violations of local ordinances and state statutes; testifies in court as needed.
• Coordinates activities with community groups and organizations.
• Assists motorists and provides traffic direction for events such as parades, funerals, events, and school crossings; assists and provides appropriate first aid when necessary.
• Contributes to the efficiency and effectiveness of the unit's service to its customers by offering suggestions and participating as an active team member.
• Operates a motor vehicle in a safe and effective manner; maintains cleanliness and appearance of interior and exterior of patrol vehicle.
• Utilizes standard law enforcement equipment, including a computer, in the course of the work.
• Promotes a courteous and cooperative behavior when interacting with the public and staff; supports a harmonious and effective workplace environment.

• High School diploma or G.E.D.
• Must be 21 years of age or will be 21 within six (6) months of date of application.
• Must not have been convicted of a felony or domestic violence.

• Driver's license.

• Principles and techniques of public relations.
• City, state, and federal laws, statutes, ordinances, and court decisions related to activities.
• Behavior and handling of common domestic or wild animals.
• Methods and equipment used in the care and control of animals.
• Safety and security policies and procedures.
• First aid and basic CPR methods.
• City geography.
• Standard office practices and procedures, including filing and the operation of standard office equipment.
• Communicating effectively in oral and written forms.
• Techniques for dealing with a variety of individuals from various socio-economic, ethnic, and cultural backgrounds.

• Analyzing situations quickly and objectively.
• Handling, capturing and controlling animals humanely and effectively under stressful or emergency circumstances.
• Assessing animal behavior and making effective decisions regarding handling or capturing the animal.
• Identifying symptoms and behaviors associated with common animal diseases.
• Coping with adverse situations firmly, courteously and with respect for individual rights.
• Operating vehicle safely and effectively in normal and emergency situations.
• Traversing terrain safely and carrying out oral and written instructions.
• Preparing clear, concise and accurate reports.
• Establishing effective working relationships with departmental personnel, public law enforcement agencies, community groups and the general public.
• Contributing effectively to the accomplishment of team or work unit goals, objectives and activities.

Salary: $27.19 - $30.02 per hour

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