HomeMy WebLinkAboutResolution 9910RESOLUTION NO 9910
CITY OF MOUNDS VIEW
COUNTY OF RAMSEY
STATE OF MINNESOTA
AUTHORIZE A RECRUITMENT PROCESS FOR THE POLICE DEPARTMENT
INTERN POSITION AND APPROVE THE JOB DESCRIPTION
WHEREAS, Staff is requesting the City Council authorize approval of an ongoing
paid internship program, allowing Interns to work at the City up to 12 — 16 weeks, one
Intern at a time; and
WHEREAS, Interns would be compensated at a rate of $18.00 per hour, working
a flexible schedule between the hours of 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m., with the possibility of
some evening and weekend hours, and amenable to the students college course
schedule; and
WHEREAS, a job description has been prepared for the position, which has been
reviewed by staff and the City's consultant, DDA.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the Mounds View City Council
approves the Police Intern job description and authorizes Staff to complete the following:
• Commence a Police Department paid Intern program
• Allow Interns to work up to 16 consecutive weeks
• Pay Interns $18/hour during their Internship
• After an Intern completes the program, a new qualified Intern will be eligible to start
the program
Adopted this 22nd day of April, 2024.
Mayor
ATTEST:
Brian eema , Assistant City Administrator
The Mounds View Vision
A Thriving Desirable community
Exhibit A Police Intern
JOB DESCRIPTION
Job Title: Police Intern
Grade: Intern - Seasonal
Supervisor Title: Deputy Chief
Department: Police Department
FLSA Status: Non-Exempt/Seasonal
Date Reviewed: 4/22/2024
Minimum Qualifications of Education and Experience:
Be at least 18 years of age and currently enrolled and attending an accredited criminal justice or law
enforcement program and/or POST approved college/university.
Have a valid Minnesota driver’s license with a good driving record.
Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel and Outlook).
Possess the Mounds View Police Department Core Values
Nature of Work:
The Police Student Internship provides qualified students with practical work experience that compliments their
academic course work, as well as the ability to earn college course credit. The Internship also provides the Mounds
View Police Department with an opportunity to involve college students in various aspects of police work. The Intern
is a seasonal, non-sworn position, providing technical and clerical support for the Police Department. The position
provides entry-level clerical, technical, and customer service support while building relationships with the community,
external agencies, and staff. Students are able to gain valuable work experience, on-the-job training, and have an
opportunity to develop a networking base for future positions within the City of Mounds View.
Communicates with:
Internally – Police staff.
Externally – General public.
Supervision:
None
Essential Work Functions:
Interns must be detail oriented and organized, with the ability to complete projects within timelines and under minimal
supervision. Interns must be proficient in: Microsoft Office, research methods, and technical writing. Interns are
expected to follow guidelines required by their college/university regarding journaling their experience during their
internship activities while at Mounds View in order to assist in their coursework evaluation process. The progress and
oversight of the Interns are monitored by the Deputy Chief, or their designee.
• Assist with administrative duties
o Light clerical
o Scanning documents
o Shredding
o Transporting evidence and equipment to BCA
• Supporting the Neighborhood Resource Officer (NRO)
o Preparing for and assisting during Night to Unite
o Preparing for and assisting during Festival in the Park
o Attending and assisting during community rock wall events
o Taking information for child or adult protection reports
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• Special Projects to include;
o Helping to create an opt in database of private home security cameras
o Updating the business contact list
• Receive overview of the following areas
o Patrol
o Investigations
o K9
o SRO
o SWAT
o Administration/Support
o Police Reserve Unit
o City geography
Other Work Functions (Illustrative Only):
• Performs related work as required.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Required:
• Applies knowledge of office computer technologies, including word processing, spreadsheet applications, media
storage and retrieval.
• Database applications to include data entry, running reports and statistics, scanning documents, email, and file
management in a Microsoft Office, and Windows operating environment.
• Applies knowledge of office equipment including phones, computers, printers, fax, scanners, and copy machine.
• Communicates well both verbally and in writing.
• Ability to establish and maintain positive, professional working relationships with co-workers, supervisors,
community members and other criminal justice agencies.
• Ability and desire to project a professional image through knowledge of job, positive attitude, and accurate and
timely completion of work.
• Ability to work independently and to complete projects and daily activities according to work schedule.
• Ability to simultaneously address multiple projects and deadlines as well as triage multiple and changing priorities.
• Ability to prioritize work tasks and function with basic supervision.
• Ability to handle and maintain confidential material.
• Conforms to the policies and procedures of the City, the Department, and applicable sections of city code and state
and federal statutes.
• Ability to work with the pubic in a friendly, tactful manner.
• Ability to maintain the Mounds View Police Department Core Values at all times of: Integrity, Service, Commitment.
Persons with disabilities: the above is a general listing of job duties. Essential and non-essential functions may vary by
individual position. Reasonable accommodation may be available for both essential and non-essential job duties.
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Physical Demands and Work Environment:
In compliance with Americans with Disabilities Act, the following represents the Physical and Environmental Demands:
Function: 24% or
Less
25% -
49%
50%-
74%
75% or
more
Office environment X
Sitting, standing X
Walking, reaching, pulling X
Typing/data entry X
Talking, hearing X
Close and distance vision X
Color vision, depth perception, accommodation,
field of vision X
Hazardous materials (chemicals, blood and other
body fluids, etc.) X
Atmospheric Conditions (fumes, odors, dusts,
gases, poor ventilation) X
Hazardous physical conditions (radiation,
mechanical parts, electrical currents, vibration,
etc.)
X
Medium (up to 50 pounds of force) X
This document does not create an employment contract, implied or otherwise, other than an "at will" employment
relationship. The City Council, City Administrator or appropriate Elected Official retains the discretion to add duties or
change the duties of this position at any time.
Mounds View is an Equal Opportunity Employer. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, the city will
provide reasonable accommodation to qualified individuals and encourages both prospective and current employees to
discuss potential accommodations with the employer.
Employee Signature: _________________________________________ Date: _______________