Under general direction, performs duties in the field, at the public counter or in the evidence room. This position may be assigned to assist Officers in the field, in Parking and Traffic Control, and report-writing situations. This recruitment is being established to fill an immediate vacancy and to establish an eligibility list to fill current and future Police Assistant vacancies in the following divisions:Record Bureau - future vacancies. Traffic Bureau - current vacancies for Parking Enforc... more details
Description
Under general direction, performs duties in the field, at the public counter or in the evidence room. This position may be assigned to assist Officers in the field, in Parking and Traffic Control, and report-writing situations.
This recruitment is being established to fill an immediate vacancy and to establish an eligibility list to fill current and future Police Assistant vacancies in the following divisions:
Record Bureau - future vacancies
Traffic Bureau - current vacancies for Parking Enforcement Officers
Parking Enforcement experience is preferred but not required.
Examples of Duties
Essential Duties Receives reports and complaints from the public; completes necessary forms concerning com-plaints, answers requests for information. Writes reports, makes records entries, researches data from files, conducts surveys, operates standard office equipment, including computer data entry. Searches files for information and records; indexes case reports; gives information concerning records to qualified persons under direct supervision. Performs routine darkroom work; maintains police automotive equipment records. Assists in compiling and tabulating statistical data; performs clerical work as required; maintains files and index card systems. Gives information regarding standard department matters; gives receipts for and keeps detailed ledgers of monies collected;. May be assigned to assist officers in the field in parking citation, traffic control and report-writing situations. Performs other related duties as may be required.
Typical Qualifications
Education and Experience High school graduate or equivalent G.E.D. Must be 18 years of age at time of appointment.
License Must have and maintain a valid Class "C" California Driver's License unless waived by the Police Department.
Knowledge, Abilities, and Skills Must be able to represent the City and the Police Department in a favorable light while interacting with the general public, commercial firms and other public agencies. Must have the ability to learn the rules, regulations and orders necessary to complete assignments; must have skill in interviewing to gather necessary information concerning complaints and cases. Applicants must be able to speak, read and write in English. Bilingual ability is desirable.
Physical Demands and Working Conditions Physical demands include talking, listening, sitting, standing, kneeling, walking, running, bending, twisting, reaching and grasping in the performance of duties. Work is performed indoors and out-doors and at times in inclement weather.
Special Conditions Due to the nature of the duties and as a prerequisite to employment, the candidate will be required to pass a physical and drug screen exam and a comprehensive background investigation which includes a polygraph test. Applicants will also be required to demonstrate their writing skills that prove that the individual is competent in writing and reading English.
Please submit the required license, certificate, or registration with the State as evidence of professional or technical proficiency at the same time of filing the application. The Human Resources Officer will require necessary verification of qualifications as specified in the job bulletin.
Supplemental Information
Testing Process
Minimum Qualifications Screening - Pass/Fail
Supplemental Questionnaire - Pass/Fail
Oral Interview - 100% of total score
*Testing process is subject to change Candidates must pass all examinations to be placed on the eligible list.
Possession of the minimum qualifications does not guarantee an invitation to the next step in the selection process. All candidate materials will be carefully evaluated and only those considered best qualified will be invited to the next step in the selection process.
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