Community Safety Associate

2 weeks ago


La Mirada, California, United States City of La Mirada, CA Full time

Salary:
$30.34 Hourly

Job Type:
Hourly/Part-Time/At-will

Department:
Public Safety

Job Overview: This recruitment is open until the needs of the department are met and may close without prior notice.

This position is Hourly/Part-Time/At-Will with an approximate

20 to 28 hours per week.

Availability:
Candidates should be prepared to work a flexible schedule with approximately 4 days of availability. Potential shifts may include; Monday through Friday from 4:30 a.m. to 3:00 p.m., Monday through Sunday from 8 a.m. to 7:00 p.m., or during Special City events until 12:00 a.m.

Under general supervision, the Community Safety Associate provides information and assistance to the public regarding municipal regulations and various law enforcement matters.

The Community Safety Associate aids in monitoring activities at City facilities and programs, assists in enforcing various provisions of the Municipal Code, performs fieldwork, and coordinates activities with public safety personnel.

Key Responsibilities:
These examples do not include all duties, which may be assigned; any one position may not include all the duties listed.

  • Utilizes exceptional customer service skills, providing information on and interpreting City ordinances, policies, and procedures to the public.
  • Observes and reports Municipal Code violations and hazardous conditions.
  • Performs administrative support functions.
  • Adheres to City and departmental policies and procedures, and performs other related duties as assigned.

Community Facility Enforcement:
Ensures a safe environment and interacts with youth at local park sites. While at park sites, provides mentoring and serves as a role model for children.

  • Responds to public inquiries and requests for service.
  • Answers questions regarding programs and services and directs individuals to facilities and events.
  • May assist in preparing gang and drug prevention curriculum and program materials for students in local schools.
  • Assists the Safety Education Officer with safety education presentations to student and community groups.
  • Monitors City facilities during public and private events and enforces rules and regulations.

Station Counter Support:
Provides general customer service at the front desk of the Community Sheriff's station.

  • Answers telephone calls for service, inputs and routes calls or messages for deputy and field unit requests.
  • Manages counter traffic and takes routine Sheriff Department reports.
  • Conducts Live Scan fingerprints, completes citation corrections, and issues garage sale permits.

Field Support:
Takes routine Sheriff's Department reports.

  • Conducts parking enforcement.
  • Conducts street sweeper enforcement.
  • Assists the public and employees in routine and emergency situations.
  • May conduct latent fingerprint investigations at property crime scenes.
  • Deploys and retrieves radar trailer.
  • Provides traffic assistance for Sheriff Deputies during traffic collisions and/or other traffic-related incidents.

The incumbent in this position will be a non-sworn employee of the City and will not be a sworn officer with the Los Angeles County Sheriff's Department.


Minimum Qualifications:
Background:
Must be at least 18 years of age.

Must be able to prove eligibility to work in the United States; pass a written examination, background investigation including background questionnaire, DMV check, and fingerprinting for the disclosure of any criminal record.

Must be able to pass a physical examination including a drug-screen test.

Knowledge of:
Community-oriented policing services; public relations and customer service practices; complaint resolution techniques; general law enforcement functions, methods, and procedures; positive discipline techniques for youth; safe driving practices; report writing skills; and office methods and procedures.

Ability to:

Communicate clearly and concisely, orally and in writing; follow oral and written instructions; comprehend and carry out public safety policies, procedures, and regulations; maintain effective working relationships with fellow employees and the public, and work within a team-based system; exercise good judgment, courtesy, and tact with the public and staff; exercise initiative and make sound decisions in accordance with established regulations; work independently, without immediate supervision; present a clean, neat appearance appropriate to successful public contact; and utilize quality customer service skills and techniques.

Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs. and work varied shifts, including days, nights, weekends, and holidays.

Experience and Education:
Experience:
Training as an Explorer or work experience in any of the following areas is required: law enforcement-related position, military, working with youth, or a position with public contact.

Education:
Graduation from high school or the equivalent is required. College coursework in Criminal Justice or any P.O.S.T.-certified basic law enforcement training is preferred.

License or Certificate:
Possession of a valid California Class C Driver License without suspensions prior to and throughout employment is required. Possession of a valid CPR, AED, and First Aid certificate is required within one month of employment.

Supplemental Information: Qualified applicants may be invited to participate in the selection process including a qualifying written examination and oral interview(s). Applicants must pass a written examination to be considered further in the process. Job offers are made at Step 1 of the salary table. Applicants may be considered at a higher hourly rate depending on the work experience and/or education.
A completed online application and supplemental questionnaire (if applicable) are required to be considered for this position. Resumes are accepted along with the application form but will not be accepted in lieu of a completed application. Applicants will be screened based on the qualifications for the job as described. Applications evaluated as best matching the needs of the City will continue in the selection process.

The selection process may include any or all of the following:
oral interview(s), a written or practical examination, a skills test, and an assessment center examination. The selection process may be changed as deemed necessary by the City Human Resources Office.

Candidates will be required to pass a City administered pre-employment requirements to include live scan fingerprinting and a medical examination as part of the Selection Process.

Candidates who do not pass any portion of the above processes will be disqualified and removed from proceeding in the selection process.

The provisions of any job flyer or job application do not constitute an expressed or implied contract. The provisions may be modified or revoked without notice.

The City of La Mirada offers a competitive compensation and benefits package based on the adopted Appointments are normally made at the first step of a five-step salary range.

One year of City service is required to advance to the next pay step in the salary range.



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