Melbourne Police Community Service Officer Bobby Apel Earns Employee of the Quarter

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BREVARD COUNTY • MELBOURNE, FLORIDA – Melbourne Police Community Service Officer Bobby Apel earned the Department’s Community Service Employee of the Quarter.

Bobby is a dedicated employee who consistently puts the needs of others ahead of his own. Apel is always the first to volunteer and help whenever needed, without hesitation or complaint.

“Bobby is an exceptional employee who has truly gone above and beyond in his role. His ability to take on new responsibilities is a testament to his skills and dedication,” said a Melbourne Police spokesperson.

“We are grateful to have Bobby as part of our team, and his contributions are invaluable to our community.”

Under the supervision of the Community Services Supervisor, Melbourne Police Community Service Officers perform a wide variety of nonhazardous police and law enforcement duties, including tele-service, staffing of the department complaint desk, processing prisoners in the temporary holding facility, and responding to Patrol-based calls for service.

This class is characterized by the use of independent judgment in responding to non-emergency situations.

Melbourne Police Community Service Officers also respond to non-hazardous calls regarding not-in-progress minor crime reports. This response can involve taking reports over the telephone or responding to the scene.

Other duties include providing emergency medical assistance in non-crime incidents pending arrival of a sworn police officer, controls traffic, and otherwise ensures attention is given to general public service.

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