How to hire an auxiliary police officer

How to hire an auxiliary police officer, step by step

Here's a step-by-step auxiliary police officer hiring guide:

• Step 1: Identify your hiring needs
• Step 2: Create an ideal candidate profile
• Step 3: Make a budget
• Step 4: Write an auxiliary police officer job description
• Step 5: Post your job
• Step 6: Interview candidates
• Step 7: Send a job offer and onboard your new auxiliary police officer
• Step 8: Go through the hiring process checklist

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1. Identify your hiring needs

   Before you start hiring an auxiliary police officer, identify what type of worker you actually need. Certain positions might call for a full-time employee, while others can be done by a part-time worker or contractor.

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   Hiring the perfect auxiliary police officer also involves considering the ideal background you'd like them to have. Depending on what industry or field they have experience in, they'll bring different skills to the job. It's also important to consider what levels of seniority and education the job requires and what kind of salary such a candidate would likely demand.

   This list shows salaries for various types of auxiliary police officers.

   Type of Auxiliary Police Officer	Description	Hourly rate
   Auxiliary Police Officer	Police officers protect lives and property. Detectives and criminal investigators, who are sometimes called agents or special agents, gather facts and collect evidence of possible crimes.	$13-25
   Police Cadet	Police cadets require multiple police department-relevant skills in traffic control, police reports, public safety, and special events. Those who choose this career will be responsible for participating in training programs that will introduce them to the fundamentals of law enforcement and prepare them for becoming police officers, supporting police operations like traffic control, working on criminal investigation, and performing administrative duties at the station.	$11-22
   Campus Police Officer	A campus police officer conducts patrols around the campus, ensuring the security of students, staff, and school buildings. Also known as campus peace officers, campus police officers respond to assistance and emergency requests... Show more	$14-23

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2. Create an ideal candidate profile

   Common skills:

   • Patrol
   • Traffic Control
   • Public Safety
   • Motor Vehicle
   • Law Enforcement
   • Emergency Situations
   • Crowd Control
   • Crime Scenes
   • Responder
   • Uniformed Patrol
   • CPR
   • Traffic Laws
   • Traffic Accidents
   • Community Events

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   Responsibilities:

   • Act as first responder for witness medical emergencies.
   • Complete reports accurately within NYPD regulations.
   • Serve as a primary responder for disaster assistance, mitigation and stabilization operations.
   • Recommend for and participate in frequent assignment citywide as an undercover throughout NYPD operations.
   • Perform patrol and administrative functions assign by competent authority in accordance with auxiliary police rules and regulations.
   • Perform certain emergency procedures base on first responders, cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) certification, and academy training.

3. Make a budget

   Including a salary range in your auxiliary police officer job description is one of the best ways to attract top talent. An auxiliary police officer can vary based on:

   • Location. For example, auxiliary police officers' average salary in mississippi is 55% less than in alaska.
   • Seniority. Entry-level auxiliary police officers 48% less than senior-level auxiliary police officers.
   • Certifications. An auxiliary police officer with certifications usually earns a higher salary.
   • Company. Working for an established firm or a new start-up company can make a big difference in an auxiliary police officer's salary.

   Average auxiliary police officer salary

   $39,721yearly

   $19.10 hourly rate

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   Entry-level auxiliary police officer salary

   $28,000 yearly salary

   Updated January 20, 2026

4. Writing an auxiliary police officer job description

   An auxiliary police officer job description should include a summary of the role, required skills, and a list of responsibilities. It's also good to include a salary range and the first name of the hiring manager. Below, you can find an example of an auxiliary police officer job description:

   Auxiliary police officer job description example

   Enforces laws related to the protection of life and property, directs and controls traffic, prevents crime or disturbance of peace and arrests violators by performing the following duties.
   Essential Functions: The essential functions or duties listed below are intended only as illustrations of the various type of work that may be performed. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related, or a logical assignment to the position. Attendance, physically present to work. Patrols assigned area in foot, bicycle, in patrol car, or on motorized conveyance to enforce laws, prevent and discover crimes, investigate crimes, maintain order and answer calls and complaints. Answers radio-dispatched or citizens requests for police services at the scene of accidents, domestic disputes, law violations and peace disturbances. Familiarizes self with the beat and with persons living in area. Investigates illegal or suspicious activities, persons and establishments and suppress disturbances. Locates, searches, detains, and arrests law violators, following recognized police procedures. Interviews and questions victims, witnesses, and suspects. Gathers and preserves evidence. Performs first aid and provides other assistance to accident and other victims. Investigates causes and results of accidents. Directs and controls traffic. Issues written citations for traffic and other minor violations. Inspects public establishments requiring licenses to ensure compliance with rules and regulations. Operates police communication and computer equipment to obtain, disseminate and report information.
   Attends community meetings to discuss crime prevention activates and crime problems. Writes detailed incident, investigation, activity, and other reports. Testifies in court to present evidence by describing conditions, situations, and actions. Other similar duties as assigned.
   
   Minimum Qualifications & Requirements Education and Experience: High School Diploma or G.E.D, and necessary experience as prescribed by Chapter 143 of the Texas Local Government Code.
   Special Requirements: Must have a Police Officers License issued by the Texas Commission on Law Enforcement Officers Standards and Education. Must have a Valid Texas Driver License. Must have a working knowledge of Spanish language. Bilingual Preferred.
   Skills and Abilities Knowledge - Knowledgeable of state and local laws and regulations pertaining to the operation of a municipal jail facility. Knowledge of Police Department services. Abilities - Ability to carry out duties during emergency situations under stressful, life-threatening conditions. Ability to maintain detailed and accurate records. Ability to deal with disgruntled members of the public in a tactful manner. Ability to execute and follow oral and written instructions. Skills - Proficient oral and written communication skills. Proficient physical skills to be able to protect oneself and others. Common sense skill to determine the most appropriate response to emergency situations.
   Working Conditions/Physical Demands The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the position's essential functions. Work requires employee physically present, and on time, as schedule. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to stand, walk and sit. The employee is occasionally required to use hands to finger, handle or feel; reach with hands and arms; climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl; talk or hear and taste or smell. The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 10 pounds, frequently lift and/or move up to 25 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. The employee must be able to successfully complete the Physical Fitness Performance Evaluation as prescribed by the local Civil Service Rules and Regulations. Duties may involve assignments requiring application of hand and eye coordination with finger dexterity and motor coordination. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus.
   Additional Information Supervision Required: Under general supervisor of the Captain, the employee works from municipal policies and objectives as well as in accordance with state and federal laws and regulations. The employee is familiar with the work routine and uses initiative in carrying out recurring assignments independently with-out specific instruction. The supervisor provides additional, specific instruction for new, difficult or unusual assignments, including suggested work methods. The employee is expected to recognize instances which are out of the ordinary and which do not fall within existing instructions; the employee is then expected to seek advice and further instructions. Reviews and checks of the employee's work are applied to an extent sufficient to keep the supervisor aware of progress, and to ensure that completed work and methods used are technically accurate and that instructions are being followed. Supervisory Responsibility: This job has no supervisory responsibilities. Confidentiality: Employee has access to some confidential information obtained during performance of regular position responsibilities such as lawsuits, criminal records and investigations. Judgment: Displays willingness to make decisions, exhibits sound and accurate judgment; supports and explains reasoning for decisions; includes appropriate people in decision-making process; makes timely decisions. Complexity: The work consists of a variety of duties which generally follow standardized practices, procedures, regulations, or guidelines. The sequence of work and/or the procedures followed vary according to the nature of the transaction and/or the information involved, or sought, in a particular situation. Work Environment: While preforming the duties of this job, the employee is regularly exposed to outside weather conditions. The employee is exposed to hazards, which might result in serious injury or death. The employee is occasionally exposed to extreme cold or heat. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate. Nature and Purpose of Relationship: Relationships are constantly with co-workers, the public, peers from other organizations and representatives of law enforcement organizations. The employee deals with the public and other individuals on behalf of the department to communicate departmental practices, procedures, regulations, or guidelines. May be required to discuss controversial matters where tact is required to avoid friction and to obtain cooperation. Accountability: Consequences of errors, missed deadlines or poor judgment could result in physical injury to the employee as well as to other employees, labor and material cost, danger to public safety, legal repercussions to the City and adverse public relations. Treats people with respect; keeps commitments; inspires the trust of others; works with integrity and ethically; uphold organizational values. Occupational Risk: Duties regularly present potential risk of injuries to the employee or to the public from improper exposure that could result in loss of time from work. Examples of injury include burns from chemicals, steam or fire, severe muscular strains from restraining prisoners and illness from exposure to communicable diseases. Special safety precautions, training, or protective clothing such as gowns, coats, gloves, glasses, hats, or boots may be required.
   Job Advertisement The Weslaco Police Department Reserve Unit was established to supplement and assist regular sworn police officers in their duties. The unit provides professional, sworn volunteer reserve, auxiliary and special function officers who can augment regular staffing levels. The Weslaco Police Department shall endeavor to recruit and appoint only those applicants who meet the high ethical, moral and professional standards set forth by this department.
   Application Special Instructions Please upload copy of your resume, clean clear copies of your licenses or certifications, proof of education (certificates, transcripts, diploma).
   Disclaimer This job description is intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by individuals assigned to this position. It is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so assigned to this position. This job description is subject to change as the needs and requirements of the job change.
   I have reviewed this job description and find it to be accurate description of the demands of this position.
   
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5. Post your job

   There are various strategies that you can use to find the right auxiliary police officer for your business:

   • Consider promoting from within or recruiting from your existing workforce.
   • Ask for referrals from friends, family members, and current employees.
   • Attend job fairs at local colleges to find candidates who meet your education requirements.
   • Use social media platforms like LinkedIn, Facebook, and Twitter to reach potential job candidates.

   Post your job online:

   • Post your auxiliary police officer job on Zippia to find and recruit auxiliary police officer candidates who meet your exact specifications.
   • Use field-specific websites.
   • Post a job on free websites.

6. Interview candidates

   Recruiting auxiliary police officers requires you to bring your A-game to the interview process. The first interview should introduce the company and the role to the candidate as much as they present their background experience and reasons for applying for the job. During later interviews, you can go into more detail about the technical details of the job and ask behavioral questions to gauge how they'd fit into your current company culture.

   It's also good to ask about candidates' unique skills and talents to see if they match your ideal candidate profile. If you think a candidate is good enough for the next step, you can move on to the technical interview.

   The right interview questions can help you assess a candidate's hard skills, behavioral intelligence, and soft skills.

7. Send a job offer and onboard your new auxiliary police officer

   Once you've selected the best auxiliary police officer candidate for the job, it's time to write an offer letter. In addition to salary, this letter should include details about the benefits and perks you offer the candidate. Ensuring that your offer is competitive is essential, as qualified candidates may be considering other job opportunities. The candidate may wish to negotiate the terms of the offer, and you should be open to discussion. After you reach an agreement, the final step is formalizing the agreement with a contract.

   It's also important to follow up with applicants who do not get the job with an email letting them know that the position is filled.

   To prepare for the new auxiliary police officer first day, you should share an onboarding schedule with them that covers their first period on the job. You should also quickly complete any necessary paperwork, such as employee action forms and onboarding documents like I-9, benefits enrollment, and federal and state tax forms. Finally, Human Resources must ensure a new employee file is created for internal record keeping.

8. Go through the hiring process checklist

   • Determine employee type (full-time, part-time, contractor, etc.)
   • Submit a job requisition form to the HR department
   • Define job responsibilities and requirements
   • Establish budget and timeline
   • Determine hiring decision makers for the role
   • Write job description
   • Post job on job boards, company website, etc.
   • Promote the job internally
   • Process applications through applicant tracking system
   • Review resumes and cover letters
   • Shortlist candidates for screening
   • Hold phone/virtual interview screening with first round of candidates
   • Conduct in-person interviews with top candidates from first round
   • Score candidates based on weighted criteria (e.g., experience, education, background, cultural fit, skill set, etc.)
   • Conduct background checks on top candidates
   • Check references of top candidates
   • Consult with HR and hiring decision makers on job offer specifics
   • Extend offer to top candidate(s)
   • Receive formal job offer acceptance and signed employment contract
   • Inform other candidates that the position has been filled
   • Set and communicate onboarding schedule to new hire(s)
   • Complete new hire paperwork (i9, benefits enrollment, tax forms, etc.)

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