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Retired Senior Volunteer Officer
The City of Grand Haven Public Safety Department is seeking applicants for the Retired Senior Volunteer Program (RSVP). RSVP Officers provide many services for the community including; general patrol, vacation house checks, visiting school playgrounds during recess, issuance of citations for handicap parking and fire lane violations, and reporting and assisting with hazardous conditions such as traffic accidents, stalled vehicles, missing signs, and other public safety concerns. In addition to patrolling the city streets and beaches, RSVP Officers also assist at events such as the Fourth of July, Coast Guard, and Jingle Bell Parade activities.
The successful candidate must be at least 50 years of age. Residency in the City of Grand Haven is not a requirement. All training and uniforms (except footwear) are provided at no cost to the volunteers. Volunteers work two, 4-hour shifts per week and patrol in marked cars provided by the City.
Applications and a complete job description are available at the Public Safety Department or by visiting our website. Please submit completed application including three personal references to Human Resources, Grand Haven City Hall, 519 Washington Ave, Grand Haven MI 49417. Position open until filled.
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