| Company: | Adams County Sheriff's Office
Brighton, CO |
| Job Location: |
Brighton, CO (Adams County) |
| Employment Type: | Other |
| Department: | Patrol Division |
| Salary Range: | VOLUNTEER |
| Benefits: | N/A |
Description: |
POSSE- NON CERTIFIED (VOLUNTEER)
The Adams County Sheriff's Office is accepting applications for candidates who are interested in volunteering for the Posse auxiliary as a commissioned non-certified volunteer. The Posse volunteers will provide mounted equestrian assistance to the Sheriff’s Office. They will represent the agency in community functions such as parades and special events. There will be opportunities for the Posse/non-certified volunteers to assist in securing livestock for safety reasons and owner notification.
We are looking for candidates who possess high moral standards and work ethics that work effectively with the community
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Duties: |
| The non-certified commissioned Posse is comprised of volunteers who provide mounted equestrian assistance for the Sheriff’s Office. Posse members may be called out for disposition of loose livestock. May be deployed at special events and in parades. |
Qualifications: |
Requirements:
18 years or older
High School Diploma or GED
Valid Colorado Driver’s License
Minimum 20/40 corrected vision
Demonstrate equestrian proficiency at Grade Level I or II
Possess horse and transportation to report to events
TESTING IS DONE FOR THIS POSITION. PHASES ARE LISTED BELOW.
Phases:
I Oral Board Interview
This is a scored panel Interview of the candidate’s knowledge, skills and abilities intended to determine if the candidate meets the minimum qualifications for the position of Posse/Non-Certified volunteer. The minimum acceptable average score is 70%.
II Integrity Interview/Background
Candidates passing the Oral Board Interview will be scheduled for an Integrity Interview. The next phase for successful candidates will be a background investigation conducted by Detectives assigned to Human Resources.
III Psychological and Physical
A psychological evaluation and physical examination will be scheduled for candidates passing Phases I and II.
IV Equestrian Testing Process
Top scoring candidates will be tested on their horsemanship skills. The test will be administered to both the candidate and horse to determine their suitability to perform the duties required for this position. They must meet an acceptable performance level as defined in the Policy and Procedures. The test will consist of, but not limited to the horse and rider maneuvering through various obstacles, traffic, reaction to noises, and other animals.
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