Qualifications:

• Must be 21 years of age or older
• Must possess a valid driver's license
• Must provide and maintain proof of auto insurance
• Must possess a good driving record (no major violations in past 5 years)
• Must complete background investigation
• Must complete mandatory orientation and trainings

Commitment:

• Commitment of one year of service
• Commitment of a minimum of 16 volunteer hours per month, on average
• Commitment to attend on-going (monthly) training as required
• Commitment to attend an annual minimum of 9-hours, on-going, in-service education

Examples of Duties:

• To create a visible presence to deter crime
• To actively patrol neighborhood areas
• To observe, record and report suspicious activities
• To work with sensitive information and maintain strict confidentiality
• To assure personal and public safety, at all times
• To document and maintain monthly time records and reports
• To complete all initial required forms and maintain current information in volunteer file
• To participate in neighborhood and community education and awareness activities
• To assist with the development, growth and monitoring of the COP Program
• To assist with public speaking and program promotion

Working Conditions:

• Shift work
• Driving in various weather conditions
• Sitting for several hours at a time

Citizens on Patrol volunteers patrol areas include but are not limited to: Gold Canyon, Queen Valley, San Tan Valley, Arizona City, Uninincorporated areas surrounding Apache Junction, Coolidge, Florence, Casa Grande, Hidden Valley, Thunderbird Farms, Stanfield, and Red Rock.