Transcript Newton Auxiliary Police Department

Newton Auxiliary
Police Department
1321 Washington Street
West Newton, MA 02465-1239
History/Mission:
Founded in the 1960’s as part of the
Civil Defense Act
We were first founded in the 1960’s as part
of the Civil Defense Act. We remain a
volunteer organization and we are not
intended to act as front line law
enforcement. We are an extra presence
to assist the Newton Police Department.
What We Do:
 Observe, Report and Assist
 Patrol city property in “marked” cruisers
 Traffic, Crowd Control at Special Events
(Boston Marathon, Walk for Hunger, July
4th, and other various community events)
 Assist during severe weather (Floods,
Blizzards, Wind Storms and Black Outs)
 Assist in other “city sponsored” and/or
charitable public safety-related functions
Training:
 All Auxiliary officers are trained in:
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Defensive Tactics (O/C, Baton, Handcuffing)
CPR/Defibrillator Usage/First Responder
Anti-Terrorism Classroom Training Materials
Blood Born Pathogen/Hazardous Materials
Training sessions for above topics are held at Newton Police HQ
 After one year officers are eligible to
attend the Reserve/Intermittent Police
Academy
Held off site at various locations across the state
Requirements:
 Must be at least 18 years old
 Must be a US Citizen
 Must have a “valid” MA drivers License
 Must hold a high school diploma or G.E.D.
 Must be of good moral character (A Felony
or Misdemeanor conviction will prevent
acceptance)
 Must be willing to undergo a background
check, drug test & psychological testing
January 2007 – Newton Mayor David Cohen's press conference: The Auxiliary Police formally
accept an $1,100 donation used for the purchase of new traffic vests for all of its members.
Pictured L-R: NPD Capt. Matt Cummings, NPD Capt. Howard Mintz, Mayor David Cohen,
Newton Crime Commission Acting Chair Victor Lau, Aux. Capt. Jeffery Silton,
Aux. Officer Justin Medaglia, Aux. Officer Matt Oshry, Aux. Officer Hunter Stewart
Cruiser 527
Sgt. M. West
Cruiser 529
Pictured L-R: Lt. E. Wall, Sgt. M. West, Ptl. M. Oshry, Ptl. B. Kaufmann,
Ptl. P. Seaward, Ptl. D. Mahlowitz
Why Join?
 You will gain self-satisfaction from giving
time to your community
 Many of our officers have gone on to serve
as full and part time members of several
police departments in Massachusetts
and beyond
 Some schools offer course credit for
successfully completing
Reserve/Intermittent Police Academy
F.A.Q.’s
 Can I ride along prior to formally applying?
 Please contact one of our members for information regarding
ride along info. (See last page for appropriate e-mail address)
 What does the application process involve?
 Once you turn in your completed application it is reviewed by our
command staff and background check will be run. Following a
clean history, you will be brought in for in an interview.
 What happens after I am accepted?
 You will be assigned a platoon, at this time your probationary
period begins (which is up to 6 months). You will be expected to
attend all platoon nights where you will ride along in plain
clothes. During this time you will also be notified about training
sessions necessary for you to become uniformed.
F.A.Q.’s Continued
 How much time is required?
 Each platoon is scheduled to work one (1) Friday night and one
(1) Saturday night each month. Typical Auxiliary evening patrol
shifts run from 6:30pm to 12 midnight. Additionally, ALL officers
are expected to work at least one detail each month (2-6 hours)
 What happens if I am unavailable to work on a
scheduled evening patrol night?
 We understand that this is a volunteer position and that things
can and do come up so the occasional absence is permitted as
long as proper notification is given to your Sergeant or
Lieutenant. However our schedule is fixed and everyone has
ample knowledge of when they will be expected to work and
frequent absence will not be tolerated.
F.A.Q.’s Continued
 What equipment and clothing will I need to
provide and what will the department issue?
 Department Provided items include: Pants, long & short sleeve
shirts, a lined cruiser coat, rain coat, hat, and a portable radio.
 You are responsible for providing: Your own footwear plus you
are also expected to provide all of your own personal duty gear
including: Belt, flashlight, handcuffs, baton, and O.C. spray.
 What is the Structure of the Department?
 The department is commanded by our Deputy Chief and two
Captains. We have 5 platoons each commanded by one (1)
Lieutenant and one (1) Sergeant. Each of the platoons has
between 3 to 5 Auxiliary Officers assigned to them.
Contact Us
Please feel free to email us with
questions or to get more information:
Aux. Capt. Jeffrey Silton: [email protected]
Newton Auxiliary Police Department
Updated August 2007