ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:  Work under the direction of an assigned supervisor to perform and respond to duties related to traffic control, non-critical crash investigation, and motor vehicle code and status enforcement. This is a non-commissioned entry-level trainee position in which individuals will receive preparatory training and experience to become future police candidates. Responds to crash scenes. Obtains information and completes necessary reports; issues traffic citations and summons for violations that occurred during the course of a crash investigations; provides or requests other services as needed (i.e. a police unit, fire unit, ambulance, emergency rescue, towing service, etc.). Directs and controls traffic hazards at crash scenes, congested areas, special events and areas where traffic hazards exist or traffic signals have malfunctioned. Reports criminal behaviors observed while patrolling; provides assistance to the public. Performs follow up investigations of crash cases.  Assists police officers in traffic related matters and crash investigations.  Issues citations for violations of parking ordinances.  Reports and processes abandoned vehicles; provides assistance in location, identification and recovery of stolen vehicles.  Provides miscellaneous administrative support.  Testifies in court as needed.