Some of the ways citizen volunteers assist are:

· Conduct patrol and surveillance in assigned areas
· Report suspicious activity or criminal activity to the police Dispatcher
· Monitor city parks
· Work crime prevention events
· Work at the police station desk and man sub-stations
· Work traffic control whenever needed
· Assist with crime scene management
· Photograph graffiti

Requirements:

· Must be at least 21 years old
· May not have any serious criminal history
· Successful completion of oral interview
· Successful completion of personal background check & fingerprinting
· Must reside, work, or have a strong personal interest in Banning
· Must have a valid California Driver's License or Identification Card
· Must be physically able to complete all assigned tasks
· Must attend monthly meetings
· Must volunteer a minimum of 16 hours each month
· Must comply with City and Police Department guidelines and policies
· Must complete all training classes.

Job duties include, but are not limited to:

· Conduct citywide patrols
· Look for handicapped parking violations
· Assist with traffic control at accidents and special events
· Report blight and graffiti
· Conduct vacation checks
· Assist with crime prevention programs
· Transport personnel and equipment