What are the responsibilities and job description for the Public Safety Officer I - Hourly/At-Will/Part-Time position at City of Norwalk (CA)?
This recruitment will remain open until a
sufficient number of applications are received.
The City reserves the right to limit the applications
considered to the first 50 applicants.
This recruitment may close at any time, apply immediately.
sufficient number of applications are received.
The City reserves the right to limit the applications
considered to the first 50 applicants.
This recruitment may close at any time, apply immediately.
The City of Norwalk is seeking motivated individuals to join our Public Safety Team! The Public Safety Officer I is under general supervision, performs non-sworn community safety assignments; acts as liaison between the community, the Public Safety Department and the Sheriff's department for prevention programs. This is a part-time position averaging approximately 25 hours per week. Will be required to work a variety of hours including days, evenings, weekends and holidays.
Duties may include but are not limited to the following:
- Conducts neighborhood and business watch meetings and makes neighborhood watch and school contacts for crime prevention efforts
- Develops and enhances programs for youth such as intervention, including the mentoring program and the student safety commission
- Maintains visibility by patrolling residential and commercial areas and parks and making checks in response to residents' requests
- Coordinates special Public Safety Department functions and safety activities with the Los Angeles County Sheriff and Fire Departments
- Provides traffic/crowd control for accidents, parades, and other special events; and performs other duties as assigned.Knowledge of: basic law enforcement organization, activities, terminology and regulations; basic interviewing methods and principles; safe work methods and safety practices.
Ability to: conduct effective neighborhood meetings to educate the public in crime prevention methods and practices; establish and maintain effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work; prepare, maintain and file reports, records and other written materials; interpret, apply and explain a variety of ordinances, rules and regulations; operate a computer and other office equipment; operate radios and other communication equipment; provide direction to clerical staff or volunteers.
Education and/or Experience
Any combination of education and/or experience that has provided the knowledge, skills and abilities necessary. Example combinations include:
Equivalent to graduation from high school and two years experience which has included substantial public contact and public presentations, or an AA degree in administration of justice or public administration.
Required Licenses and Certificates
Possession of an appropriate California driver’s license and a satisfactory driving record
PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORK ENVIRONMENT
The physical demands and work environment described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this class. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, an incumbent is regularly required to use hands to finger, grasp, feel, and use repetitive motions in order to operate office equipment. Incumbents are frequently required to sit, talk and hear. Incumbents are very occasionally required to stand, walk, stoop, kneel, crouch or reach. Incumbents perform sedentary work. Specific vision abilities required by these positions are those required to perform office machine operations. There is an occasional need to lift up to 25 pounds. Incumbents are not substantially exposed to adverse environmental conditions.
SELECTION PROCESS
Apply online at http://www.norwalkca.gov/city-hall/departments/human-resources. Employment application must be completed. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of a City application. Applicant must be specific in describing qualifications for this position on application. Failure to state all pertinent information may lead to elimination from consideration. Stating "See Resume" is not an acceptable substitute for a completed application. Faxed materials or postmarks will not be accepted. Applications will be screened in relation to the criteria outlined in the job announcement. Candidates with qualifications that best relate to the position will be invited to participate in the selection process. Possession of the minimum qualifications does not ensure continuation in the selection process. The selection process will include an oral interview and other testing processes designed to predict successful job performance.
The City provides preference to military veterans under consideration for initial employment. To claim veteran's preference an applicant must submit their most recent DD214 form. An eligible veteran is one who has served in the United States armed forces and who has received an honorable discharge.
Reasonable accommodations for applicants with disabilities may be requested by calling the Department of Human Resources at least three (3) business days prior to the scheduled examination/interview date. The provisions of this bulletin do not constitute an expressed or implied contract. Any provision contained in this bulletin may be modified or revoked without notice.
The City of Norwalk, in compliance with all applicable Federal and State laws, does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, ancestry, marital status, age, religion, disability, sex, or sexual orientation in its employment actions, policies, procedures or practices.
Salary : $26 - $31
