Knowledge of:
- Civil, criminal, and municipal provisions relating to the various activities of the City of Signal Hill Police Department.
- Law enforcement, fire, and other operating procedures and functions as they relate to the dispatch function; geography of the City of Signal Hill and the surrounding environment.
- Methods and techniques of supervision and training.
- Methods and techniques of scheduling work assignments.
- Legal and procedural techniques and regulations regarding transmission and reception of police radio traffic.
- Basic radio and related equipment maintenance.
- Modern office administrative practices and procedures.
- Methods of providing services and information.
- Ability to learn alphanumeric and other coding protocol.
- Basic principles of mathematics.
- Applicable Federal, State, and local laws, codes, and regulations.
- Standard office procedures, practices, and equipment; modern office practices, methods and equipment, including a computer and applicable software.
- Methods and techniques for record keeping and report preparation and writing.
- Proper English, spelling, and grammar.
- Occupational hazards and standard safety practices.
Ability to:
Perform a variety of complex work with speed and accuracy; remain calm under emergency situations; learn to operate specialized law enforcement automated information, communication and dispatch systems; work flexible hours, including evenings, weekends, overtime, and rotating shifts; wear a department uniform; perform mathematical calculations quickly and accurately; interpret, explain, and apply applicable laws, codes, and regulations; read, interpret, and record data accurately; organize, prioritize, and follow up on work assignments; work independently and as part of a team; make sound decisions within established guidelines; analyze a complex issue and develop and implement an appropriate response; follow written and oral directions; observe safety principles and work in a safe manner; communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing; and establish and maintain effective working relationships.
PHYSICAL, MENTAL AND ENVIRONMENTAL WORKING CONDITIONS
Position requires prolonged sitting, standing, walking, reaching, twisting, turning, kneeling, bending, squatting, and stooping in the performance of daily office activities. The position also requires grasping, repetitive hand movement, and fine coordination in retrieving and entering data using a computer keyboard. Additionally, the position requires near and far vision in reading work related documents and using the computer, and acute hearing is required when providing phone, dispatch and personal service. The need to lift, drag, and push files, paper, and documents weighing up to 25 pounds also is required.
Some of these requirements may be accommodated for otherwise qualified individuals requiring and requesting such accommodations.
Regular exposure to persons in custody who may present intoxication, infection, disease and/or combative or unpredictable behavior. Infrequently may drag 165 pounds during jail emergency evacuation.
Shift Assignment
Must be available to work all assigned shifts, including evenings, weekends, and holidays.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
The provisions of this announcement do not constitute an expressed or implied contract and any provisions contained in this announcement may be modified or revoked without notice.
Background Investigation
A comprehensive background investigation will be conducted on all finalists, which will review and verify personal history including, but not limited to financial responsibility, criminal history, drug use history, driving record, and verification of application materials. Significant issues or omissions in the above-stated areas may be grounds for disqualification. Background investigation will include a polygraph and Livescan fingerprinting.
Conviction History
The selected candidate of a sensitive position will be subjected to a background check including Live Scan fingerprinting Department of Justice (DOJ) and/or the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI). The resulting report of your conviction history (if any) will be used to determine whether the nature of your conviction (or arrest, in limited circumstances) conflicts with the specific duties and responsibilities of the job for which you are a finalist. Having a conviction history does not automatically preclude you from a job with the City.
Medical/Psychological Standards
The selected candidates must pass a pre-placement medical examination (including a drug screen test) and a psychological evaluation.
Additional Information
Verification: Applicants may be required to submit verification of qualifying education and experience at any point during the recruitment and selection process. Note: Falsifying one's education, training, or work experience or attempted deception on the application may result in disqualification for this and future job opportunities with the City of Signal Hill.
Disaster Service Workers
All City of Signal Hill employees are designated Disaster Service Workers through State and local law (California Government Code Section 3100-3109). Employment with the City requires the affirmation of a loyalty oath to this effect. Employees are required to complete all Disaster Service Worker-related training as assigned, and to return to work as ordered in the event of an emergency.