Police Reserve Officer

This is an hourly position, limited to working approximately 19 hours per week or 1000 hours annually, whichever comes first. This position is non-benefited and is designated as a non-classified, at-will position.

The Police Reserve Officer is responsible to perform general law enforcement duties, which include street patrol, conducting preliminary police investigations, report writing, collision investigations, traffic control, issuance of citations, and other basic law enforcement functions.

The Modesto Police Department's Reserve Officer Unit is comprised of highly motivated and skilled professionals dedicated to serving the citizens of Modesto. Although our reserve officers are highly skilled and hourly city employees, they are not required to work a set schedule. Reserve Officers generate their own work schedules providing police services for our city, working thousands of hours each year.

The City of Modesto also saves thousands of dollars in public emergency services funds each year from the contributions of time, dedication, and talent of our Reserve Officers.

The citizens and businesses in Modesto can be assured there will be no difference in the professional level of police service they receive from any Modesto Police Officer whether regular or reserve.

The City of Modesto is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to fostering, cultivating, and preserving a culture of diversity, equity and inclusion. A city application is required, including Supplemental Questionnaire. The City does not sponsor H-1B Visas.

Those who successfully pass the interview will be placed on the eligible list.

Human Resources reserves the right to revise the selection process to best meet the needs of the City.

• Perform general law enforcement, which includes street patrol, conducting preliminary police investigations, report writing, collision investigations, traffic control, issuance of citations, and other basic law enforcement functions.
• Reserve Officers are also utilized at special events such as parades, street fairs, or security for major community events.
• Provide support services to other units within the department. Reserve Officers perform most the same duties as a full-time officer.
• Required to work during maximum deployment assignments such as, New Year's Eve, Halloween, major disasters, or major events.
• Perform at least twenty hours of service each month. Reserve Officers will receive an additional four hours per month of training.
• Gather information from individuals or reference sources to complete and process various routine forms, records, and applications; and contact individuals to obtain additional information.
• Establish and maintain office files and research and compile information from files.
• Provide factual information regarding City or unit activities and functions.
• Build and maintain positive working relationships with co-workers, other City employees, and the public using principles of good customer service.
• Observe and maintain a safe working environment in compliance with established safety programs and procedures.

Perform related duties as assigned.

• Principles and practices of law enforcement and community regulations.
• Criminal law with particular reference to apprehension, arrest, search and seizures.
• Rules and regulations of the Modesto Police Department.
• Topography and geography of Modesto City Limits including locations and functions of social service agencies.
• Civil law, codes and ordinances, with particular reference to the administrative functions of the Modesto Police Department.
• Purpose and objectives of modern detention facility techniques.
• Principles and techniques of supervising group activities in detention, secured setting facility.
• Laws, statutes, court proceedings, and regulations governing both sentenced and unsentenced inmates.
• Office procedures, methods, and equipment including computers and applicable software applications.

• Understand and carry out oral and written instructions.
• Develop favorable public relations and maintain an appearance that projects a positive image.
• Think clearly, quickly and accurately in emergency situations.
• Work irregular hours, as required.
• Learn procedures, processes and forms related to assigned area.
• Under direction, learn pertinent…