Seasonal Assistant - Police Department

Job Title:Seasonal Assistant

Department: Police Department

Contract/Grade: Personnel Policies, Schedule B

Compensation: Full pay range $15.00 - $50.00, actual salary dependent upon qualifications.

FLSA Status: Part-time, non-exempt, non-benefit eligible

Reports To: Chief of Police, Sergeants and Lieutenants

1. Nature of Work:
The purpose of this position is to direct and control traffic to ensure its smooth and safe flow. A Traffic Guard must demonstrate a firm commitment to carrying out assignments in a competent, timely and professional manner. The power of the Traffic Guard is strictly limited to the direction, control, and regulation of vehicular traffic. Such power shall only be exercised when in uniform and only while performing an official assignment given by the Police Department (The Department).

2. Supervision

Required:

Works under the general direction of the Police Chief or designee a Traffic Guard is utilized, at the sole discretion of the Police Chief, to direct traffic and facilitate the smooth flow of vehicle and pedestrian traffic. Upon request by a Police Officer, a Traffic Guard shall support, aid, and assist Police Officers in the lawful performance of their officer duties, within the scope of Traffic Guard duties as outlined in this job description.

3. Supervisory Responsibility:
The Traffic Guard does not have supervisory responsibility over other personnel.

4. Confidentiality:
Employee has regular access at the departmental to a wide variety of confidential information including citizen records, criminal investigations, and court records. Confidentiality must be maintained with regard to this information in accordance with Departmental Policy, State and Federal Laws, and the Public Records Act.

5. Accountability:
Consequences of errors or poor judgment could severely jeopardize department operations and the delivery of public safety services, have adverse public relations and/or have extensive financial and legal repercussions to the town, property damage, personal injury and/or loss of life. A Traffic Guard is responsible for public and worker safety in high-risk environments and the proper set up and maintenance of traffic control devices.

Must follow all legal and safety protocols. Errors in judgement or negligence can lead to accidents, injuries, and/or legal consequences. A Traffic Guard must report incidents and follow chain-of-command procedures.

6. Judgment: A Traffic Guard must use sound judgment to assess traffic conditions and adjust control measures. Respond to emergencies or unexpected hazards. Communicate effectively with drivers, pedestrians, work crew, and Police Officers. Requires the ability to stay calm under pressure and make quick, safety focused decisions.

7. Complexity:
Assignments typically involve evaluation and interpretation of factors, conditions, and unusual circumstances; evaluating compliance with established policies or criteria; gathering, analyzing and evaluating facts. While the duties of a Traffic Guard may appear to be routine, the role involves being able to multitask (monitoring traffic, communicating, adjusting signage). Adapting to changing conditions (weather, traffic volume, emergencies). Having clear understanding in applying traffic regulations and department policy.

8. Nature and Purpose of Public Contact:
Employee interacts constantly with co-workers, the public and groups or individuals who have conflicting opinions or objectives, diverse points of view or differences direct and frequent interaction with the general public, including: drivers navigating through or around controlled areas, pedestrians crossing streets or walking near work zones, residents or business owners affected by traffic disruptions. Contact is often brief but critical, occurring in high-stress or fast-paced environments.

Purpose of contact is to ensure public safety, provide information, enforce compliance and represent the Duxbury Police Department. Excellent communication and customer service skills are required involving professionalism, courtesy, tact, and diplomacy in resolving complaints or concerns of the public and in carrying out the required functions…