PUBLIC SAFETY OFFICER (HOURLY/NON-BENEFITED)

Job Description:

PUBLIC SAFETY OFFICER (HOURLY/NON-BENEFITED)

Description

The City of Santa Fe Springs seeks applicants for the position of Public Safety Officer. This is an hourly/non-benefited position. Incumbents are expected to be available to work approximately thirty-two (32) hours per week on a flexible schedule including evenings, weekends, and holidays. Currently, there are five (5) vacancies; however, the established list may be utilized to fill future vacancies as needed.

PLEASE NOTE: Recruitment is deemed as continuous and may close at any time without notice. As such, interested Candidates are encouraged to apply early.
First Application Review: The week of March 3rd.

Work Schedule: Public Safety Officers are scheduled to work approximately up to thirty- two (32) hours per week or as needed*, Monday through Sunday. Incumbents will be required to work a variety of hours including days, evenings, and holidays.

ACA/Health Benefits: Health benefits will be offered to incumbents working an average of 30 or above weekly hours, as required under the Affordable Care Act (ACA). The City currently offers enrollment in Kaiser Permanente Health Plans (Traditional HMO/Deductible HMO).

POSITION PURPOSE:
Under general supervision, the Public Safety Officer; responds to calls throughout the City; interviews victims and witnesses and prepares accurate crime reports. Collects and secures evidence; performs traffic accident investigations. Provides support to police officers and fire suppression personnel. Performs traffic control during emergency situations. Assists the public with various issues, including criminal, civil, city business, and other related questions. Monitors and patrols City facilities, grounds and parks to enforce safety and security; secures and locks City facilities; enforces and monitors local, state, and vehicle code violations; issues parking citations; resolves criminal complaints and requests from city staff, residents and businesses, and performs related duties as required.

SUPERVISION RECEIVED:
Receives direct supervision from the Lead Public Safety Officer.

SUPERVISION EXERCISED:
None.

EXAMPLES OF DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

A. Held in Common:

Supports the Mission of the City and its Elected and Appointed Officials.Provides courteous and timely service to the public as the ultimate employer.Works cooperatively with other City employees.Exhibits integrity and displays ethical behavior.
B. Essential Job Specific Duties:
Monitors and patrols City facilities, grounds, and parks to enforce safety and security.Responds to calls throughout the City.Provides support to police officers and fire suppression personnel.Interviews victims and witnesses and prepares accurate crime reports.Performs traffic accident investigations.Collects and secures evidence.Performs traffic control during emergency situations.Issues parking citations and enforces the municipal code. C. Other Job Specific Duties: Assists the public with various issues, including criminal, civil, city business, and other related questions.Participates in required staff meetings and in-service training.Provides coverage at various City events and activities, at the City's Police Services Center, and Emergency Operations Center.Performs related duties as required.

REPRESENTATIVE COMPETENCIES AND QUALIFICATIONS:
The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and ability required to satisfactorily perform the jobs essential duties and responsibilities.

Knowledge of:

• Basic Law enforcement practices and procedures.
• Safety practices, procedures, and regulations.
• Modern office procedures and equipment including computers.
• Word processing and other related software applications.

Ability to:

• Patrol City facilities and grounds.
• Interact effectively with a wide variety of individuals.
• Follow written and oral instructions.
• Communicate effectively verbally and in writing.
• Work with accuracy and attention to detail.
• Operate and use modern office equipment.
• Effectively organize and prioritize assigned work.
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships with other people.
• Interview and perform investigations.
• Analyze problems and identify solutions.
• Pass a criminal background check and polygraph examination.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:
The following requirements generally demonstrate possession of the minimum requisite knowledge and ability necessary to perform the duties of the position. A typical way to obtain these would be:

• High School Diploma or an equivalent certificate or diploma recognized by the State of California.
• One (1) year public contact experience.
• A valid State of California driver's license and an acceptable driving record.
• Must be 18 years of age
• Possession of or ability to obtain a PC 832 within one year of appointment to this classification.

NEPOTISM POLICY:
Relatives may be appointed regardless of the designation of full or part-time classification. Candidates with relatives employed by the City will be excluded from applying for a vacancy if one or more of the following criteria exist: 1) The appointment of a relative would place one in a supervisory capacity directly over the other 2) The appointment would create a situation in which it is conceivable personal gain for one could be obtained by the actions of the other 3) The appointment would create a situation where performance or non-performance of either would have a direct effect upon the performance of the other 4) The appointment would create a situation where the confidentiality of either could be compromised. Candidates with relatives employed by the City will be evaluated on a case-by-case basis. "Relative" shall be defined as: mother, father, son, daughter, brother, sister, grandmother, grandfather, grandchild, spouse, domestic partner, step mother, step-father, step-sister, step-brother, stepchild and step grandchild.

WORKING CONDITIONS:
The work environment characteristics described are representative of those an employee encounters in performing the essential functions of this job.

• Work is performed indoors and in the field.
• Noise level is quiet to moderate.
• Utilizes hand tools.
• Occasional exposure to chemicals, fumes, gases, and odors.
• Occasional contact with dissatisfied or distressed individuals.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of the job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable employees with disabilities to perform the essential duties.

• Stand, sit, walk, kneel, crouch, stoop and bend.
• Push, pull, and reach overhead and above shoulders.
• Hear and speak both in person and on the telephone.
• Use hands and fingers to operate office equipment
• See well enough to read documents and operate office equipment.
• Lift and move up to 50 pounds.

HOW TO APPLY:
Applicants are required to complete and submit a city application online. Resumes or faxed copies will not be accepted in lieu of the City online application. To apply, click on the link located at the top of this page. New users must first create an account.

METHOD OF SELECTION:
Selection may be based upon an application review, a performance examination and evaluation, and a structured interview. Appointment will be contingent upon passing a background investigation, polygraph examination, criminal record check and physical examination, including a drug screen.

ACCOMMODATION:
If you require special testing and/or interview accommodations due to a physical, mental, or learning disability, please call the Human Resources Office at (562) 409-7530 at least 5 days prior to the scheduled date.

Non-Benefited

Salary:

$24.93 - $32.52 Hourly