PUBLIC SAFETY OFFICER (PART-TIME/NON-BENEFITED) Salary $19.99 - $24.84 Hourly Location Santa Fe Springs, CA Job Type Part-Time Non Benefitted Department Police Services Job Number 2017-23 Closing Continuous Job This recruitment will remain open until a sufficient number of qualified applications have been received and may close without notice. The City of Santa Fe Springs seeks applications for Part-Time Public Safety Officers. This is a part-time, non-benefited position. A Part-Time Pubic Safety Officer ensures the safety and security of City facilities, grounds, and parks, responds to calls and conducts investigations. Examples of Duties / Knowledge Skills Under general supervision, the part-time 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 complaints request from city staff, residents businesses, and performs related duties as required. Minimum qualifications Requirements The ideal candidate will possess a combination of qualifications that provide the equivalent knowledge, skills and abilities: Knowledge of: Federal, state, and local laws, codes, and regulations, including penal, municipal and vehicle codes. Departmental policies and procedures. Emergency response and preparedness programs and procedures. Law enforcement practices and procedures. Interviewing techniques. Public relations practices; court/judicial system; radio communication codes. English usage, spelling, grammar, and punctuation. Modern office procedures and equipment including computers. Word processing and other related software applications. Safety practices, procedures, and regulations. Ability to: Provide information to the public. Analyze problems; identify alternative solutions and project consequences of proposed actions; implement recommendations in support of goals; Research, analyze, and evaluate service delivery methods, procedures and techniques. Interpret and apply federal, state, and local policies, procedures, laws, and regulations. Enforce local, state, and vehicle codes. Perform investigations; effectively interview witnesses, and secure evidence; Patrol City facilities and grounds. Prepare clear and concise administrative and financial reports. Maintain a variety of records. Work with accuracy and attention to detail; Work independently in the absence of supervision. Interact effectively with a wide variety of individuals; Establish and maintain effective working relationships with other people and other agencies. Effectively organize and prioritize assigned work, multi-task. Identify and respond to community issues, concerns and needs. Conduct training and make presentations to city organization and public. Communicate effectively verbally and in writing. Follow written and oral instructions. Operate and use modern office equipment. 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 supplemented by college level coursework in a related field. Ability to speak and understand Spanish preferred. Two (2) years of law enforcement experience or current employment as a PSO Apprentice. A valid State of California driver's license and an acceptable driving record. CPR and First Aid certificates. PC 832 Arrest and Firearms course certificates. REQUIRED DOCUMENTATION : The following documentation must be uploaded and submitted with your on-line application. NOTE: To ensure proper uploading of documents to on-line application record, it is best to reduce the file size of the electronic document before uploading. CPR and First Aid certificates. PC 832 Course certificates. Failure to provide the required documentation will result in your application being removed from further consideration. Supplemental information WORKING CONDITIONS AND PHYSICAL DEMANDS: Ability to sit for extended periods of time, stand, walk, kneel, crouch, and bend; Push, pull, and reach overhead and above shoulders; Hear and speak both in person and on the telephone. 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 on-line. Resumes or faxed copies will not be accepted in lieu of the City on-line 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 a 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 01 Which of the following best describes your level of completed formal education? High School Diploma/GED Some College Associate's Degree Bachelor's Degree Coursework beyond Bachelor's Degree 02 Which of the following best describes your years of experience involving law enforcement? None Six (6) months to one (1) year One (1) to two (2) years Two (2) to three (3) years More than three (3) years 03 Do you possess a valid California Driver's License? Yes No 04 Do you possess valid CPR and First Aid certificates? Yes No 05 Do you possess PC 832 Arrest and Firearms course certificates? Yes No 06 Are you fluent in Spanish language? Yes No 07 For the following questions, please provide your availability, including the time you are able to work. If you are not able to work on a certain day, please indicate "N/A". For example: Monday 9 am - 5 pm. 08 Monday 09 Tuesday 10 Wednesday 11 Thursday 12 Friday 13 Saturday 14 Sunday 15 Proof of certification: CPR, First Aid and PC 832 Arrest and Firearms, must be uploaded and attached to your online application. By selecting "Yes" to this question you acknowledge that failure to provide required documentation will result in your application being removed from further consideration. Yes No Required Question Agency City of Santa Fe Springs Address 11710 Telegraph Rd. Santa Fe Springs, California, 90670 Phone (562) 409-7530 Website