30 Questions
What must a volunteer do before reporting to their assigned element?
Report to the Personnel Records Section to complete paperwork and receive a department-issued identification card
What is the purpose of the department-issued identification card?
To be worn during all hours of assignment
What is the responsibility of the supervisor/commander of the element/watch?
To ensure that the volunteer’s hours of service are entered in the Automated Timekeeping System
What is the purpose of Form 5449 P.D.?
To provide orientation for new employees, auxiliary, and independent contractors
Who is responsible for reviewing and forwarding the signed Form 5449 P.D.?
The bureau commander
What is the responsibility of the Personnel Records Section?
To place the signed Form 5449 P.D. in the member’s personnel jacket
What must a volunteer do with their department-issued building access card and/or keys?
Maintain possession of them at all times
What is the purpose of the Automated Timekeeping System?
To track volunteer hours
What is the responsibility of the division commander?
To initiate action when the services of a volunteer are no longer needed
What is unique about the directives that volunteers must read?
They are shaded on Form 5449 P.D.
What is the primary purpose of the Auxiliary Service Volunteer Program?
To increase community involvement with the department.
What is the minimum age requirement for an Auxiliary Service Volunteer?
18 years of age.
What is a requirement for an Auxiliary Service Volunteer to remain active?
To agree to donate time on a regular basis.
What type of duties are assigned to Auxiliary Service Volunteers?
Non-sworn duties.
Who is responsible for processing and appointing interested volunteers?
The Employment Section
What is the purpose of the memorandum submitted by supervisors or commanders?
To indicate the duties, skills, hours, and duration of the assignment
What is not a requirement for an Auxiliary Service Volunteer?
To live within the city limits of Kansas City, Missouri.
Who approves the volunteer assignment before forwarding it to the Human Resources Division?
The Bureau Commander
What determines the minimum hours of service required to remain an active Auxiliary Service Volunteer?
The Commander of Human Resources.
What is the purpose of the background investigation for Auxiliary Service Volunteers?
To ensure the volunteer's eligibility to participate in the program.
What is the purpose of the file maintained by the Employment Section?
To maintain a list of approved volunteer positions
Who is responsible for determining an appropriate assignment for each volunteer?
The Employment Section
What is the benefit of the Auxiliary Service Volunteer Program to the community?
It increases community involvement with the department.
What is the final step in the volunteer assignment process?
Approval by the Commander of Human Resources
What is unique about the duties assigned to Auxiliary Service Volunteers?
They are assigned based on the volunteer's skills and abilities.
What is the primary difference between an Auxiliary Service Volunteer and a non-sworn member?
Their compensation.
What is the purpose of the volunteer policy?
To outline the process for assigning volunteers
Who is the Chief of Police?
Richard C. Smith
Who adopted the volunteer policy?
The Board of Police Commissioners
What is the date of adoption of the volunteer policy?
February 16, 2021
Study Notes
Auxiliary Service Volunteer Program
- The program is designed to increase community involvement with the Kansas City, Missouri Police Department.
- Volunteers assist the department for civic, charitable, or humanitarian reasons without compensation.
- Volunteers are appointed based on their unique knowledge, skills, and abilities.
Eligibility Requirements
- Volunteers must:
- Be at least 18 years old
- Agree to donate time on a regular basis
- Successfully complete a background investigation
- Meet the minimum eligibility requirements for the assigned position
- Respond to the Personnel Records Section to complete paperwork and receive a department-issued ID card
Volunteer Responsibilities
- Volunteers must:
- Maintain possession of department-issued building access cards and/or keys at all times
- Comply with the required orientation process
- Complete the separation process at the conclusion of their volunteer services
- Read only the shaded directives on Form 5449 P.D.
Supervisor/Commander Responsibilities
- The supervisor/commander of the element/watch to which a volunteer is assigned will:
- Be responsible for administrative matters pertaining to the volunteer, including scheduling
- Ensure the volunteer's hours of service are entered in the Automated Timekeeping System
- Ensure Form 5449 P.D. is signed and forwarded to the bureau commander
Procedure
- The Employment Section will:
- Process and appoint interested volunteers
- Determine an appropriate assignment for each volunteer based on their skills and experience
- Maintain a file of approved positions for volunteer assignment
- Supervisors or commanders desiring volunteer assistance may submit a memorandum indicating:
- Duties to be assigned to the volunteer and required skills
- Hours to be worked
- Duration of the assignment (if applicable)
- Commander/supervisor to whom the volunteer would report
This quiz is based on the Kansas City Missouri Police Department's policy on auxiliary service volunteers, outlining guidelines and procedures.
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