Committed to Service. Dedicated to Safety. Driven by Purpose.

The City of Stockbridge is seeking a dedicated, service-minded professional to serve as a Public Safety Ambassador with the Stockbridge Police Department. This position offers the opportunity to support law enforcement operations and enhance community safety by performing a variety of non-emergency, low-risk duties, including responding to calls for service, preparing incident reports, assisting with traffic control and crime prevention initiatives, supporting investigations, and participating in community outreach efforts.

Major Duties

• Respond to dispatched low-risk calls for service in the field using a City vehicle.
• Prepare detailed incident reports, including citizen complaints, lost or found property, abandoned vehicles, and other non-emergency incidents.
• Assist with crime scene evidence collection, transportation, and submission, as well as non-arrest investigations.
• Support traffic control operations, parking enforcement, and other public safety initiatives.
• Participate in community outreach activities, crime prevention programs, and special events.
• Perform administrative and operational support duties, including monitoring security cameras, conducting residential and business checks, and assisting sworn officers with non-emergency tasks.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Knowledge of public safety practices, applicable laws and regulations, departmental policies, and the responsibilities and limitations of a non-sworn Public Safety Ambassador.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to provide exceptional customer service, engage with the community, and maintain positive working relationships.
• Ability to effectively handle public inquiries, resolve conflicts, and utilize de-escalation techniques while maintaining professionalism and sound judgment.
• Strong investigative, organizational, and documentation skills, including gathering information, conducting low-risk field investigations, and preparing accurate and detailed reports.
• Ability to work independently, assess potentially hazardous situations, follow established safety procedures, and recognize when sworn law enforcement assistance is necessary.

Education and Experience  

High School diploma or Associate's degree supplemented by specialized training and/or college-level coursework in criminal justice, public administration, business administration, or other related field; two (2) years of work experience involving a high level of public contact, including some experience dealing with the public in inspection, investigation, or customer service capacity; or any equivalent combination of education, training, and experience which provides the requisite knowledge, skills, and abilities for this job;

Special Qualifications

Valid Georgia Driver's License; successfully passed pre-employment medical and drug screen; satisfactory motor vehicle record (MVR); and acceptable background investigation.

Equal Employment Opportunity

The City of Stockbridge is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of any status protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

E-Verify

The City of Stockbridge participates in E-Verify to confirm the employment eligibility of newly hired employees.

Drug-Free Workplace

The City of Stockbridge is committed to maintaining a safe and drug-free workplace. All offers of employment are contingent upon the successful completion of a pre-employment drug screening.