The City of Santa Fe Springs Police Services Department is accepting applications for the position of
Lead Public Safety Officer. All law enforcement activities in the city are managed by the Police Services Department. The department is staffed by non-sworn city personnel and contracts with the City of Whittier Police Department for police services. Public safety officers assist with routine duties such as report-taking, traffic control, and community outreach. PLEASE NOTE: Recruitment is scheduled to close on August 8th at 5pm. As such, interested Candidates are encouraged to apply early. First application review is scheduled for the week of August 5th.
Employment Type: Full-time position represented by the City of Santa Fe Springs City Employees Association.
Work Schedule: Lead Public Safety Officers are assigned a 4/10 work schedule between the hours 7:00 am - 10:00 pm. Work shift may include nights, weekends, and holidays.
POSITION PURPOSE: Under the direction of the Director of Police Services, the Lead Public Safety Officer supervises, directs, coordinates, and performs the duties of a public safety officer; coordinates a variety of public safety activities and performs related work as required.
SUPERVISION RECEIVED: Receives direct supervision from the Public Safety Officer Supervisor.
SUPERVISION EXERCISED: Exercises general supervision over Public Safety Officers.
A. Held in Common: Supports the Mission of the City and its Elected and Appointed Officials.Provides courteous and timely service to the public as the ultimate employer.Works cooperatively with other City employees.Exhibits integrity and displays ethical behavior.
B. Essential Job Specific Duties: Leads, directs and supervises and directs the work activities of Public Safety Officers; develops assignment schedules; monitors work flow.Trains, and evaluates personnel; in written and verbal form provides or coordinates staff training; works with employees to correct deficiencies.Tracks public safety officer, sworn and volunteer service request flow, tracks outcomes, closures and follow-ups.Participates in a variety of community, department and city meetings.Coordinates field operations with police officers; facilitates functional supervision of public safety officer teams.Oversees equipment needs for public safety officers, including purchasing, storing and budgeting.Oversees, assigns and conducts community safety training and presentations.
C. Other Job Specific Duties: Serves as a liaison to City volunteer programs; May recruit and oversee volunteers.Provides training to various public safety programs, city personnel, and the community.Plans, organizes, and supervises a variety of public safety education and crime prevention programs, events, and services.Provides information on various programs to the community; prepares promotional and public materials.Conducts research; analyzes data and information; prepares reports.Coordinates activities with other city departments, agencies, and businesses.Plans, coordinates, supervises, and assists with department and city events and activities.Manages maintenance of department facilities.Coordinates and supervises vehicle maintenance for public safety vehicles.Manages city facilities alarm systems; manages maintenance issues for the alarm systems and related equipment.Coordinates and supervises distribution, follow up, and completion of all service requests; follows up on all projects assigned by the Public Safety Officer Supervisor, Assistant Director and/or the Director of Police Services.Performs the duties of public safety officers; monitors and provides security for all City facilities; issues citations.Provides technical expertise to public safety personnel and outside agencies.Responds to and resolves difficult and sensitive citizen inquiries and complaints.Monitors and maintains a variety of logs and records; prepares reports.Participates in budget preparation and administration; prepares cost estimates for budget recommendation, monitors expenditures and revenues.Performs related duties as required.
REPRESENTATIVE COMPETENCIES AND QUALIFICATIONS: The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and ability required to satisfactorily perform the jobs essential duties and responsibilities.
Knowledge of: Federal, state, and local laws, codes, and regulations, including penal and vehicle codes. Court and judicial system. Radio communication codes. Law enforcement practices and procedures. Interviewing techniques. Safety practices, procedures, and regulations. Emergency response procedures. Principles of supervision, training, and performance evaluation. Organizational and management practices as applied to the analysis and evaluation of programs, policies, and operational needs. Modern office procedures and equipment including computers. Word processing and other related software applications.
Ability to: Plan, organize, direct, and coordinate the work of subordinate personnel. Supervise, train and evaluate staff. Enforce local, state, and vehicle codes. Interact effectively with a wide variety of individuals. Develop, implement, and administer goals, objectives, and procedures for providing effective and efficient services. Analyze problems; identify alternative solutions and project consequences of proposed actions; implement recommendations in support of goals. Prepare clear and concise reports; maintain records. Interpret and apply federal, state, and local policies, procedures, laws, and regulations. Communicate effectively verbally and in writing. Work with accuracy and attention to detail. Operate and use modern office equipment. Effectively organize and prioritize assigned work. Establish and maintain effective working relationships with other people.
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 criminal justice or a related field.
- Two (2) years of increasingly responsible municipal public safety or law enforcement experience. Supervisory experience is highly desirable.
- Possession of a valid State of California driver’s license and an acceptable driving record.
- PC 832 Laws of Arrest Certification.
- Obtain and maintain CPR and First Aid certification within one year of appointment.
- Ability to speak and understand Spanish preferred.
DOCUMENTATION REQUIRED: The following documentation must be upload 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.
Proof of certification: PC 832 Laws of ArrestCPR and First Aid (if applicable) Failure to provide the required documentation will result in your application being removed from further consideration. Please DO NOT submit any additional documentation with your online application, other than those listed above.
NEPOTISM POLICY: Relatives may be appointed regardless of the designation of full or part-time classification. Candidates with relatives employed by the City will be excluded from applying for a vacancy if one or more of the following criteria exist: 1) The appointment of a relative would place one in a supervisory capacity directly over the other 2) The appointment would create a situation in which it is conceivable personal gain for one could be obtained by the actions of the other 3) The appointment would create a situation where performance or non-performance of either would have a direct effect upon the performance of the other 4) The appointment would create a situation where the confidentiality of either could be compromised. Candidates with relatives employed by the City will be evaluated on a case-by-case basis. "Relative" shall be defined as: mother, father, son, daughter, brother, sister, grandmother, grandfather, grandchild, spouse, domestic partner, step mother, step-father, step-sister, step-brother, stepchild and step grandchild.
WORKING CONDITIONS: The work environment characteristics described are representative of those an employee encounters in performing the essential functions of this job.
- Work is performed indoors and in the field.
- Noise level is quiet to moderate.
- Utilizes hand and power tools.
- Occasional exposure to chemicals, fumes, gases, and odors.
- Occasional contact with dissatisfied or distressed individuals.
- Adapt to flexible work schedule.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of the job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable employees with disabilities to perform the essential duties.
- Stand, sit, walk, kneel, crouch, and bend.
- Push, pull, and reach overhead and above shoulders.
- Hear and speak both in person and on the telephone.
- Use hands and fingers to operate office equipment.
- 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.
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Closing Date/Time: 8/8/2024 5:00 PM Pacific
