Please apply online at www.romega.us 

The Bicycle Public Safety Ambassador is a non-sworn, non-certified public safety position. The Ambassadors are a visible and approachable presence dedicated to promoting a clean, safe, and welcoming environment in the downtown area, trail system, and parks. Ambassadors serve as the eyes and ears of the community, offering hospitality to residents and visitors, deterring unwanted behavior through non-enforcement engagement, and collaborating with local law enforcement, businesses, and service providers. Ambassadors will be assigned an electric bicycle to perform duties in the downtown area, trails, and parks. The position is a safety sensitive position and subject to random drug tests.  

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES: 

• Knowledge of departmental rules and regulations, state and federal laws, G.C.I.C./N.C.I.C. rules and regulations, the City of Rome ordinances, and public information and privacy acts.
• Ability to learn and effectively operate a police radio.
• Knowledge of motor vehicle operation to include electric bicycle.
• Ability to use PC and MS Office Suite software, including Word, Excel, Outlook and others, to enter and retrieve data, and compose reports Skill in interpersonal relations.
• Skill in oral and written communications.
• Skill in basic mathematical calculations.
• Ability to gather information and interpret pertinent facts.
• Ability to meet physical, mental or other standards by regulation, to include running short distances rapidly, to see hear acutely under both day and night conditions. 
• Ability to work outside in extreme weather conditions.
• Ability to work on various shifts including nights, weekends, and holidays
• Some knowledge of city ordinances, policies and procedures, and department rules and regulations

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: 

• High school diploma or GED and at least 18 years of age at time of hire.  Prefer related military or law enforcement/corrections experience. 
• Must have valid Georgia driver’s license and a satisfactory 5-year driving history to include no DUIs in the last 3 years.
• Must be able to successfully complete the hiring steps to include interview, written exercise, background check, credit check, criminal history check, physical exam, drug screen, and complete a polygraph exam. 
• Must be able to pass and maintain the appropriate GCIC certifications.
• Must submit to a random drug screen if requested.
• Must obtain or be able to obtain the National Incident Management Systems (NIMS) 100 and 700 within three (3) months of employment.