Police Intern

The City of Yankton is currently accepting applications for the position of Police Intern. This is a non-sworn, entry-level, generalist intern position, limited to 480 hours in a fiscal year. A Police Intern will work under general supervision performing a wide variety of non-sworn field and administrative duties in support of and assisting all operations, divisions, and units of the City of Yankton Police Department. This classification is entry level with incumbents having little or no prior work experience.

·         Duties may include, but are not limited to, the following:

·         Performs a variety of non-sworn entry level field and administrative specialized duties in support of the City of Yankton Police Department operations.

·         Provides administrative support to the Records Section.

·         Assist with volunteer programs such as Safety City, River Boat Days, Rib Fest and Career Fair.

·         Performs a variety of traffic-related duties for special events.

·         Handles Animal Control related duties of loose animals. Helps with licensing and collecting records of licenses from Veterinary Clinics.

·         Compile information; prepare and complete reports.

·         Conduct public education and speaking engagements as requested.

·         Assist with scheduling vehicle maintenance, cleaning, or detailing vehicles.

Applicants must meet the following requirements for eligibility:  

·         Be at least 18 Years of age or older.

·         Be a United States citizen.

·         Be enrolled in or have recently completed a degree in Criminal Justice or a related field or recently honorably discharged from the military.

·         Knowledge of computer software and accessories.

Demonstrated ability to assume responsibility/discretion in decision making which impacts the daily operations of a full-service law enforcement agency.
·         Must have no convictions of any crime by any state or federal government punishable by imprisonment in a federal or state penitentiary.

·         Must possess a valid driver’s license.  

·         A pre-employment physical, audio, back screen, eye exam, drug screen, and full criminal background are required if selected for open positions.

The application form is available on the city website www.cityofyankton.org.  Position is open until February 20, 2025. Persons needing accommodation in order to apply for this position should call 605-668-5222. The City of Yankton is an Equal Opportunity Provider and Employer