Opening Date: January 25, 2021

Closing Date: Continuous

POSITION DETAILS: Marine Volunteer Opportunity At The City Of Black Diamond Police Department.

Volunteer opportunities are offered only when a need arises, but Human Resources will do our best to keep candidates updated on this process. Thank you in advance for your interest in volunteering for our team! The City of Black Diamond believes that volunteers enhance the City's ability to maintain and improve the quality of life in the community. Black Diamond counts on its volunteers and upon their dedication to help provide those services that best meet the diverse needs of the community. Volunteers choose to make a difference in the community and affect many parts of the City. By taking the time to participate in our programs, volunteers influence the future of Black Diamond. In assisting staff with both daily tasks and new programs, volunteers enhance the levels of quality services the City of Black Diamond provides.

JOB DESCRIPTION: The Black Diamond Police Department marine volunteer program is being established as a means of providing assistance and support to the Black Diamond Police Marine Patrol Unit. The Marine unit duties include enforcement of boating Black Diamond Police Department Jamey Kiblinger, Chief 25510 Lawson Street / PO Box 309 Black Diamond, WA 98010 (253) 631-1012 ~ Fax (360) 851-4451 ordinances, investigation of boating accidents, identifying and/or removal of navigational hazards, and addressing vessel operation complaints and concerns. A marine volunteer is appointed as a volunteer only and is not vested with any law enforcement authority & cannot carry weapons of any kind. You must be 18 years old to volunteer for the Police Department. We have the right to disqualify you for this volunteer position based on your criminal history, though you may be eligible for other volunteer opportunities within the City.

PLEASE NOTE: Black Diamond Police Department Volunteers have NO POLICE POWERS. No weapons of any kind are to be carried while on duty or when wearing authorized volunteer attire.

Public Relations: May include public speaking, interacting with the public, representing the Black Diamond Police Department or the volunteers at meetings, school gatherings, annual events, or recruiting activities involving the Department and/or its Volunteer Program.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

At least eighteen (18) years of age
Have a clear background check and no felony convictions
Have not been released or discharged from any branch of the Armed Forces under any conditions other than honorable
Have on file a completed, processed volunteer application
All marine volunteers will have a signed waiver from their physician that they are in good health and able to perform volunteer duties
Good moral character
Possess a valid WA driver’s license
Pass a drug test provided by the police department
Ability to successfully obtain the Washington State Boater’s Education card
Marine volunteers will receive no benefits, remuneration, or entitlements including sick leave, etc. However, the marine volunteers are covered by the City of Black Diamond’s insurance and workers compensation for injuries received while acting in the capacity of a marine volunteer
Agree to volunteer a minimum of (16) hours per month during the summer months. If a member has a valid excuse, the time requirement may be waived by the Black Diamond Police Department supervisor
Successfully complete marine training as required by the Black Diamond Police Department

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION GETTING STARTED:

We sincerely appreciate your interest in the City of Black Diamond. If you are interested in applying for this position, please email a copy of the City of Black Diamond application, along with the supplemental questionnaire, to Commander Brian Martinez bamartinez@blackdiamondwa.gov. If you have any questions regarding the application process or about the position, please contact Commander Brian Martinez bamartinez@blackdiamondwa.gov or (360)851-4450.

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