City of Tustin, CA
Tustin, California, United States
Description This recruitment is open until filled and may close at any time. THE TUSTIN POLICE DEPARTMENT The Tustin Police Department is committed to serving the community in meaningful ways and enjoys a reputation for professional excellence. The TPD strives to maintain the highest standard of professional ethics and personal integrity and remains dedicated to achieving excellence in performance throughout the organization and in the community through the quality of its personnel. It continues to be the TPD's mission to have employees who are ethical, dedicated and loyal to the department and the profession. If you desire a career in public service, are a motivated self-starter, and are willing to be a part of a creative problem solving team, apply to join the TPD as a Police Services Officer. THE POSITION Police Services Officers provide support to sworn police officers by performing a combination of field and office duties that do not require sworn peace officer authority. Duties are primarily focused on responding to lower risk calls for service, data collection, problem resolution, and serving as a departmental liaison with the community and law enforcement agencies. Incumbents may be tasked with a wide variety of civilian assignments such as Front Desk Officer, Detective Bureau Case Investigator, Court Liaison Officer, Crime Scene Investigator, Background Investigator, Traffic Accident Investigator, Field Report Officer, and Community Resources Officer. Distinctions between classification levels in the Police Services Officer series can be expressed in terms of the required technical expertise, complexity of assigned tasks, and scope of responsibility. Appointment is generally made at the entry level, though placement may be made at any level depending on the City's needs and applicant qualifications. THE RECRUITMENT PROCESS The recruitment process for this position contains a series components; each component must be passed in order to continue to the next phase. First, application materials will be carefully reviewed to identify candidates who meet the minimum qualifications for the position. Those who meet the minimum qualifications for the position will be invited to participate in a written examination. Those who pass the written examination, and who are determined to be best qualified, will be invited to a panel interview. Those who pass will earn placement on an eligibility list from which hires may be made. Candidates who are selected to move forward must pass each of the remaining steps: background investigation and polygraph examination, an interview with the Police Chief (or his designee), and a medical examination and drug screen upon conditional offer of employment. The duration of the selection process typically lasts 9 - 12 months. Applicants will receive written notification of their current status in the selection process via e-mail. Examples of Duties Duties may include, but are not limited to, the following: Provides technical assistance to the public at the front desk and over the telephone; evaluates and processes disturbance calls, complaints, and requests for police services; gathers information, documents complaints, and prepares routine crime reports; directs callers to other departmental personnel or other agencies as appropriate Verifies and signs citation corrections; collects and processes fees; registers sex, narcotic, and arson offenders or registrants Assists with field investigations of crime scenes; protects crime scenes from contamination; takes photographs, obtains latent fingerprints, obtains blood samples, and collects other related property and evidence; interviews witnesses, victims, and suspects, with assistance from sworn personnel; examines and processes evidence on scene and at the Police Department Conducts or assists with field investigations of traffic collisions, including injury and non-injury accidents and hit-and-run incidents; conducts interviews of accident principals and witnesses; performs traffic control by directing and re-routing traffic due to traffic accidents, signal outages, and special events; administers preferred parking program Assists with investigations for cases involving fraud, domestic violence, embezzlement, and other crimes; identifies, locates, and interviews complainants and witnesses to obtain case information and leads; contacts private attorneys, the District Attorney’s office, banking officials, victims, witnesses, and suspects to obtain information Develops and implements community relations, public education, and crime prevention programs for neighborhoods, schools, businesses, and civic organizations; prepares and presents public presentations and written informational materials; assists with department tours, exhibits, and special events; serves as a liaison between the Police Department and other city departments, public agencies, and the local community Patrols areas of the City to enforce parking regulations and issue citations; reports and resolves observed traffic hazards; initiates impound action on vehicles in violation of codes; provides assistance to stranded motorists Provides court liaison services; files cases with the District Attorney’s office for processing; obtains arrest warrants and delivers subpoenas; tracks cases at the District Attorney’s office; notifies police officers of scheduled court appearances Receives, searches, fingerprints, books, photographs, supervises, and completes record checks of incoming prisoners; maintains physical control of prisoners using minimal restraint techniques; performs security, safety, and heath checks of prisoners in holding facilities; releases prisoners by issuing citations, receiving bail or transporting them to the County jail Researches information for citizens and employees, and to assist with the completion of investigations and reports; investigates complaints and issues citations for violations of laws, codes, and ordinances Drives a marked department vehicle to and from accidents, crime scenes, meetings, and events Prepares and processes a variety of reports, forms, citations, applications, and permits; types, compiles, and tabulates basic statistical and financial data; tracks status of cases and warrants; maintains related files and records Testifies and presents evidence in court proceedings and depositions as necessary Minimum Qualifications A combination of education, experience, and training that has provided the necessary knowledge, skills, and abilities is required for entry into the classification. A typical combination includes : Education and/or Experience: Graduation from high school, supplemented by college-level course work in criminal justice, public relations, or a closely related field. One (1) year of law enforcement related experience is desirable. Licenses and/or Certificates : Possession of a valid California Class C driver’s license and an acceptable driving record. A valid California Law Enforcement Teletype Systems (CLETS) certificate is required within three (3) months of employment. Special Requirements : Satisfactory results from a background investigation, physical examination, and administrative screening. Required to work rotating shifts that are typically ten (10) or twelve and one-half (12 ½) hours per day and which may include evenings, weekends, and holidays. May be placed on official standby for emergencies and courtroom testimonies. Bilingual skills are highly desirable. Knowledge of: Pertinent federal, state, and local laws, codes, ordinances, and regulations related to the area of assignment Research methods and report writing techniques Principles and procedures of record keeping and reporting Proper English usage, spelling, grammar and punctuation Streets, landmarks, and geographic features within the City’s service area Skill to: Operate standard office equipment, including a personal computer and related word processing, spreadsheet, and database software Operate a motor vehicle safely under various conditions Operate specialized equipment used in the area of assignment, including communications, photography, and recording equipment Ability to: Obtain, record, and retain complete and accurate information from diverse individuals, including those who are emotionally distraught, angry or difficult to understand Maintain professionalism, courtesy, and composure at all times, including emergency and high-stress situations Prepare and maintain accurate and precise written documents such as technical reports, records, and correspondence that may serve as evidence in court Communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing, including making public presentations and composing detailed written reports Interpret, explain, and apply pertinent laws, codes, ordinances, and regulations Establish and maintain courteous and effective working relationships with staff, management, law enforcement officials, the general public, and others encountered in the course of the work Evaluate situations, identify problems, and exercise sound independent judgment within established guidelines Demonstrate tact, respect, and empathy to gain the cooperation and compliance of individuals and defuse conflicts Effectively monitor, prioritize, and execute multiple tasks in a high stress, fluid work environment with officer and public safety at stake Work independently and efficiently with a minimum amount of on-site supervision Working Conditions & Physical Demands Depending on assignment, the employee may work in both field and office conditions. When working outdoors, the employee is exposed to variable weather conditions as well as road traffic. The noise level can occasionally be loud, above 85 decibels, when performing traffic control and other duties on public streets. Frequent driving is required for traffic control monitoring and to respond to accident or crime scene sites, and transporting prisoners. When working indoors, the employee works in office conditions with a noise level that is quiet or moderately quiet, at or below 85 decibels. The City of Tustin is an Equal Opportunity Employer. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, the City will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities. The City of Tustin offers a comprehensive compensation and benefit program that includes: FLEXIBLE BENEFIT PLAN The City provides a specific dollar amount to each employee to use toward the purchase of individual or family health coverage, dental plans, vision coverage, additional life insurance, deferred compensation, and other optional benefits. Currently, the flexible benefit amount forEmployee + 2is $1750per month. The City contracts through CalPERS medical program (PEMHCA) which offers multiple PPO and HMO options for health insurance providers. Employees also have the choice of Delta Dental PPO or HMO plans. RETIREMENT Employees will be enrolled in a defined benefit (pension) plan with the California Public Employees Retirement System (CalPERS). CalPERS determines the retirement plan in which a new employee will be enrolled based on the individual's membership status with CalPERS or a reciprocal retirement system on the individual's first day of employment with the City. Classic CalPERS members will be enrolled in the 2% @ 60 plan, with an employee contribution of 10% (pre-tax). New CalPERS members, as defined by the Public Employees' Pension Reform Act of 2013 ("PEPRA"), will be enrolled in the 2% @ 62 plan, with an employee contribution of 6.25% (pre-tax). The City does not participate in Social Security, though participation Medicare is mandatory (1.45% employee contribution). DEFERRED COMPENSATION Employees may defer earnings, on a pre-tax basis, into a 457 deferred compensation program. This is an optional program. The City contracts with Nationwide Retirement Services. GENERAL LEAVE General Leave may be used for vacation and/or illness. Annual accrual amounts increase from 160 to 248 with years of service. HOLIDAYS The City has 13paid holidays per calendar year. LIFE INSURANCE Full-Time employees receive a $100,000 life insurance policy. LONG-TERM DISABILITY The Long-Term disability program provides 60% of the employees' income when the employee becomes disabled because of an illness, injury or accident. UNIFORM ALLOWANCE The City provides a uniform maintenance allowance of $250 per year for those full-time employees required to wear a City uniform. EDUCATIONAL INCENTIVE PAY Educational Incentive pay for unit employees as follows: BA/BS degree - $28.85 per pay period Masters degree - $38.46 per pay period ALTERNATIVE WORK SCHEDULE Employees in this bargaining unit may be assigned the 9/80, 3/12.5or 4/10 alternative work schedules. RETIREE HEALTH INSURANCE Employees who retire from the City of Tustin with ten (10) years of full-time service and continue enrollment in the City's health plan are eligible for reimbursement of $250 per month toward retiree health insurance costs. Employees first hired into a benefitted position with the City of Tustin prior to July 1, 2011 are eligible for this benefit after five (5) years of service. TUITION REIMBURSEMENT After passing the probationary period, employees may request reimbursement up to a maximum of $4000 per calendar year for tuition and related expenses when attending a community college or four year university. EMPLOYEE ASSISTANCE PROGRAM Employees are enrolled in an Employee Assistance Program that provides a variety of legal and counseling services. MEDICARE All newly hired employees contribute a portion of gross salary for Medicare coverage. The employee contribution to Medicare is 1.45%. SECTION 125 MEDICAL & DEPENDENT CARE PROGRAM The section 125 program is optional for employees and provides a method to pay medical and dependent care expenses on a pre-tax basis. SPECIALTY PAY The City has specialty pay for designated positions. Examples of specialty pay include Bilingual Pay, Stand-by Pay, Call-Back Pay, Special Assignment and Shift Differential. Closing Date/Time: Continuous
Description This recruitment is open until filled and may close at any time. THE TUSTIN POLICE DEPARTMENT The Tustin Police Department is committed to serving the community in meaningful ways and enjoys a reputation for professional excellence. The TPD strives to maintain the highest standard of professional ethics and personal integrity and remains dedicated to achieving excellence in performance throughout the organization and in the community through the quality of its personnel. It continues to be the TPD's mission to have employees who are ethical, dedicated and loyal to the department and the profession. If you desire a career in public service, are a motivated self-starter, and are willing to be a part of a creative problem solving team, apply to join the TPD as a Police Services Officer. THE POSITION Police Services Officers provide support to sworn police officers by performing a combination of field and office duties that do not require sworn peace officer authority. Duties are primarily focused on responding to lower risk calls for service, data collection, problem resolution, and serving as a departmental liaison with the community and law enforcement agencies. Incumbents may be tasked with a wide variety of civilian assignments such as Front Desk Officer, Detective Bureau Case Investigator, Court Liaison Officer, Crime Scene Investigator, Background Investigator, Traffic Accident Investigator, Field Report Officer, and Community Resources Officer. Distinctions between classification levels in the Police Services Officer series can be expressed in terms of the required technical expertise, complexity of assigned tasks, and scope of responsibility. Appointment is generally made at the entry level, though placement may be made at any level depending on the City's needs and applicant qualifications. THE RECRUITMENT PROCESS The recruitment process for this position contains a series components; each component must be passed in order to continue to the next phase. First, application materials will be carefully reviewed to identify candidates who meet the minimum qualifications for the position. Those who meet the minimum qualifications for the position will be invited to participate in a written examination. Those who pass the written examination, and who are determined to be best qualified, will be invited to a panel interview. Those who pass will earn placement on an eligibility list from which hires may be made. Candidates who are selected to move forward must pass each of the remaining steps: background investigation and polygraph examination, an interview with the Police Chief (or his designee), and a medical examination and drug screen upon conditional offer of employment. The duration of the selection process typically lasts 9 - 12 months. Applicants will receive written notification of their current status in the selection process via e-mail. Examples of Duties Duties may include, but are not limited to, the following: Provides technical assistance to the public at the front desk and over the telephone; evaluates and processes disturbance calls, complaints, and requests for police services; gathers information, documents complaints, and prepares routine crime reports; directs callers to other departmental personnel or other agencies as appropriate Verifies and signs citation corrections; collects and processes fees; registers sex, narcotic, and arson offenders or registrants Assists with field investigations of crime scenes; protects crime scenes from contamination; takes photographs, obtains latent fingerprints, obtains blood samples, and collects other related property and evidence; interviews witnesses, victims, and suspects, with assistance from sworn personnel; examines and processes evidence on scene and at the Police Department Conducts or assists with field investigations of traffic collisions, including injury and non-injury accidents and hit-and-run incidents; conducts interviews of accident principals and witnesses; performs traffic control by directing and re-routing traffic due to traffic accidents, signal outages, and special events; administers preferred parking program Assists with investigations for cases involving fraud, domestic violence, embezzlement, and other crimes; identifies, locates, and interviews complainants and witnesses to obtain case information and leads; contacts private attorneys, the District Attorney’s office, banking officials, victims, witnesses, and suspects to obtain information Develops and implements community relations, public education, and crime prevention programs for neighborhoods, schools, businesses, and civic organizations; prepares and presents public presentations and written informational materials; assists with department tours, exhibits, and special events; serves as a liaison between the Police Department and other city departments, public agencies, and the local community Patrols areas of the City to enforce parking regulations and issue citations; reports and resolves observed traffic hazards; initiates impound action on vehicles in violation of codes; provides assistance to stranded motorists Provides court liaison services; files cases with the District Attorney’s office for processing; obtains arrest warrants and delivers subpoenas; tracks cases at the District Attorney’s office; notifies police officers of scheduled court appearances Receives, searches, fingerprints, books, photographs, supervises, and completes record checks of incoming prisoners; maintains physical control of prisoners using minimal restraint techniques; performs security, safety, and heath checks of prisoners in holding facilities; releases prisoners by issuing citations, receiving bail or transporting them to the County jail Researches information for citizens and employees, and to assist with the completion of investigations and reports; investigates complaints and issues citations for violations of laws, codes, and ordinances Drives a marked department vehicle to and from accidents, crime scenes, meetings, and events Prepares and processes a variety of reports, forms, citations, applications, and permits; types, compiles, and tabulates basic statistical and financial data; tracks status of cases and warrants; maintains related files and records Testifies and presents evidence in court proceedings and depositions as necessary Minimum Qualifications A combination of education, experience, and training that has provided the necessary knowledge, skills, and abilities is required for entry into the classification. A typical combination includes : Education and/or Experience: Graduation from high school, supplemented by college-level course work in criminal justice, public relations, or a closely related field. One (1) year of law enforcement related experience is desirable. Licenses and/or Certificates : Possession of a valid California Class C driver’s license and an acceptable driving record. A valid California Law Enforcement Teletype Systems (CLETS) certificate is required within three (3) months of employment. Special Requirements : Satisfactory results from a background investigation, physical examination, and administrative screening. Required to work rotating shifts that are typically ten (10) or twelve and one-half (12 ½) hours per day and which may include evenings, weekends, and holidays. May be placed on official standby for emergencies and courtroom testimonies. Bilingual skills are highly desirable. Knowledge of: Pertinent federal, state, and local laws, codes, ordinances, and regulations related to the area of assignment Research methods and report writing techniques Principles and procedures of record keeping and reporting Proper English usage, spelling, grammar and punctuation Streets, landmarks, and geographic features within the City’s service area Skill to: Operate standard office equipment, including a personal computer and related word processing, spreadsheet, and database software Operate a motor vehicle safely under various conditions Operate specialized equipment used in the area of assignment, including communications, photography, and recording equipment Ability to: Obtain, record, and retain complete and accurate information from diverse individuals, including those who are emotionally distraught, angry or difficult to understand Maintain professionalism, courtesy, and composure at all times, including emergency and high-stress situations Prepare and maintain accurate and precise written documents such as technical reports, records, and correspondence that may serve as evidence in court Communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing, including making public presentations and composing detailed written reports Interpret, explain, and apply pertinent laws, codes, ordinances, and regulations Establish and maintain courteous and effective working relationships with staff, management, law enforcement officials, the general public, and others encountered in the course of the work Evaluate situations, identify problems, and exercise sound independent judgment within established guidelines Demonstrate tact, respect, and empathy to gain the cooperation and compliance of individuals and defuse conflicts Effectively monitor, prioritize, and execute multiple tasks in a high stress, fluid work environment with officer and public safety at stake Work independently and efficiently with a minimum amount of on-site supervision Working Conditions & Physical Demands Depending on assignment, the employee may work in both field and office conditions. When working outdoors, the employee is exposed to variable weather conditions as well as road traffic. The noise level can occasionally be loud, above 85 decibels, when performing traffic control and other duties on public streets. Frequent driving is required for traffic control monitoring and to respond to accident or crime scene sites, and transporting prisoners. When working indoors, the employee works in office conditions with a noise level that is quiet or moderately quiet, at or below 85 decibels. The City of Tustin is an Equal Opportunity Employer. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, the City will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities. The City of Tustin offers a comprehensive compensation and benefit program that includes: FLEXIBLE BENEFIT PLAN The City provides a specific dollar amount to each employee to use toward the purchase of individual or family health coverage, dental plans, vision coverage, additional life insurance, deferred compensation, and other optional benefits. Currently, the flexible benefit amount forEmployee + 2is $1750per month. The City contracts through CalPERS medical program (PEMHCA) which offers multiple PPO and HMO options for health insurance providers. Employees also have the choice of Delta Dental PPO or HMO plans. RETIREMENT Employees will be enrolled in a defined benefit (pension) plan with the California Public Employees Retirement System (CalPERS). CalPERS determines the retirement plan in which a new employee will be enrolled based on the individual's membership status with CalPERS or a reciprocal retirement system on the individual's first day of employment with the City. Classic CalPERS members will be enrolled in the 2% @ 60 plan, with an employee contribution of 10% (pre-tax). New CalPERS members, as defined by the Public Employees' Pension Reform Act of 2013 ("PEPRA"), will be enrolled in the 2% @ 62 plan, with an employee contribution of 6.25% (pre-tax). The City does not participate in Social Security, though participation Medicare is mandatory (1.45% employee contribution). DEFERRED COMPENSATION Employees may defer earnings, on a pre-tax basis, into a 457 deferred compensation program. This is an optional program. The City contracts with Nationwide Retirement Services. GENERAL LEAVE General Leave may be used for vacation and/or illness. Annual accrual amounts increase from 160 to 248 with years of service. HOLIDAYS The City has 13paid holidays per calendar year. LIFE INSURANCE Full-Time employees receive a $100,000 life insurance policy. LONG-TERM DISABILITY The Long-Term disability program provides 60% of the employees' income when the employee becomes disabled because of an illness, injury or accident. UNIFORM ALLOWANCE The City provides a uniform maintenance allowance of $250 per year for those full-time employees required to wear a City uniform. EDUCATIONAL INCENTIVE PAY Educational Incentive pay for unit employees as follows: BA/BS degree - $28.85 per pay period Masters degree - $38.46 per pay period ALTERNATIVE WORK SCHEDULE Employees in this bargaining unit may be assigned the 9/80, 3/12.5or 4/10 alternative work schedules. RETIREE HEALTH INSURANCE Employees who retire from the City of Tustin with ten (10) years of full-time service and continue enrollment in the City's health plan are eligible for reimbursement of $250 per month toward retiree health insurance costs. Employees first hired into a benefitted position with the City of Tustin prior to July 1, 2011 are eligible for this benefit after five (5) years of service. TUITION REIMBURSEMENT After passing the probationary period, employees may request reimbursement up to a maximum of $4000 per calendar year for tuition and related expenses when attending a community college or four year university. EMPLOYEE ASSISTANCE PROGRAM Employees are enrolled in an Employee Assistance Program that provides a variety of legal and counseling services. MEDICARE All newly hired employees contribute a portion of gross salary for Medicare coverage. The employee contribution to Medicare is 1.45%. SECTION 125 MEDICAL & DEPENDENT CARE PROGRAM The section 125 program is optional for employees and provides a method to pay medical and dependent care expenses on a pre-tax basis. SPECIALTY PAY The City has specialty pay for designated positions. Examples of specialty pay include Bilingual Pay, Stand-by Pay, Call-Back Pay, Special Assignment and Shift Differential. Closing Date/Time: Continuous
Orange County, CA
Orange County, California, United States
CAREER DESCRIPTION SHERIFF'S COMMUNITY SERVICES OFFICER In addition to performance-based merit increases, this position is scheduled to receive salary range increases on the following dates: Effective June 28, 2024 - 4.25% increase Effective June 27, 2025 - 4.00% increase Salary may be negotiable within the range listed above, based on position requirements and successful candidate's qualifications, subject to appropriate authorization. This recruitment is open to the public and will remain open on a continuous basis until the needs of the Department are met. Qualified applicants are encouraged to apply immediately. RECRUITMENT INFORMATION This recruitment is being conducted to establish an Open Eligible List to fill a vacancy in this class until the next recruitment. THE DEPARTMENT The Orange County Sheriff-Coroner Department is a large, multi-faceted law enforcement agency served by approximately 3,800 sworn and professional staff members and over 800 reserve personnel. The department consists of five organizational Commands comprised of 21 separate Divisions. Collectively, these Commands and Divisions provide services including land and sea based patrol and investigative services to unincorporated county areas and to contract and task force partners at the city and county level. Additional services and responsibilities include but are not limited to: state and federal task force participation, operation and management of the Orange County jail system, emergency communications, forensic and coroner services, HR and personnel services, risk management, and financial management. Click here for OCSD website THE POSITION Sheriff's Community Services Officers (CSO) are uniformed personnel that perform various routine law enforcement-related tasks that do not require the authority of a peace officer. A CSO may be required to work either inside a substation or outside in the field. Front desk duties include providing members of the public with information, assisting department personnel with information and equipment requests, registration of sex and arson offenders, and other duties as required. Equipment Room duties include checking in and checking out equipment; generating past due reports; making sure shotguns are in working order; downloading tasers and generating taser download reports; assigning USB PVS keys; researching and making copies of PVS requests for DA’s, sergeants, deputies and Internal Affairs; research and copy PAS log requests; changing out media cards; calling in trouble tickets for MDC repairs; replacing key tags; making new barcodes; replenishing mouth pieces for our PAS devices and assigning lockers among other duties. Through the Community Work Program, the CSO duties include supervising a work crew who does the cleaning and manual labor projects for the substation. Outside field duties include taking reports at traffic accident scenes, coordinating the disposal of abandoned vehicles, issuing citations for parking violations and other infractions, and other duties as assigned. Incumbents will be required to work a variety of rotating shifts, including nights, weekends, and holidays. IDEAL CANDIDATE The ideal candidate will have experience working in a law enforcement agency, the ability to remain calm and work effectively in stressful and emotional or emergency situations, the ability to deal with emotional and/or hostile members of the public, the ability to multitask, and possess a bachelor's degree in criminal justice. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS General knowledge of : Law enforcement functions and responsibilities in an urban community. Ability to: Develop rapport and obtain cooperation from crime victims, witnesses and informants Obtain complete and relevant information from interviewees to complete incident and crime reports Prepare clear and accurate reports Speak and write clearly and concisely Read, understand and interpret moderately complex laws, rules, directives and other written material Safely operate a marked police vehicle in all weather and traffic conditions Find obscure addresses and locations Experience/Education One year of experience which demonstrates possession of the required knowledges and abilities. Education or training which is directly related to these knowledges and abilities may be substituted for up to six months of the required experience, on the basis of two semester units for one month of experience or one hour of training for one hour of experience. License Required Possession of a valid California Driver License, Class C or higher, is required by date of appointment. Click here to view the class spec/job description. SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS To be selected for a position with the Orange County Sheriff's Department applicants must not have been convicted of a felony or be on any form of probation and must pass an extensive background investigation to the satisfaction of the Orange County Sheriff-Coroner. Background screening includes completing of a Personal History Form, interview with a background investigator, fingerprinting and may include a polygraph test. Some of the areas considered in the background screening include prior convictions, traffic violations, drug use and credit problems, employment history, professional references and education verification (i.e. degree, license, or official transcripts. Foreign degrees require an evaluation of U.S. equivalency by an agency that is a member of the National Association of Credentials Services (N.A.C.E.S.). PHYSICAL, MENTAL AND ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONS The County of Orange is committed to providing a means for applicants who may have a disability to identify areas in which they may request a reasonable accommodation. The following is a description of the physical and mental abilities which are customarily required to perform the essential job functions of this position. Applicants are encouraged to contact the recruiter listed below for any questions or to request an accommodation during the selection process. Environmental/Mental Conditions : Incumbents will be obtaining reports from traffic accident victims and witnesses that may become emotional and/or hostile; required to drive in inclement weather conditions; and work a rotational schedule and shiftwork. Physical Requirements: Incumbents must have independent body mobility to stand, walk, run, stoop, bend, push and pull; ability to work with arms above shoulder level; lift or carry objects weighing up to 25 pounds; vision sufficient to read fine print, computer screen, and also to drive; manual dexterity to perform repetitive motion for duties such as writing and keyboarding; the ability to speak and hear well enough to converse in person and over the telephone; communicate clearly and understandably over a PAC-Set (Communications Radio). RECRUITMENT PROCESS Sheriff Human Resources screens all applications to identify the most qualified candidates for the position based on the skills required to meet the needs of the Department. After the initial screening, the qualified candidates will be referred to the next step and notified of all further procedures applicable to their status in the competition. SELECTION PROCEDURES Applications must emphasize all the areas in which the applicant has expertise and accomplishments in the specific competencies related to the position. Structured Oral Panel Interview (Weighted 100%): Candidates will be interviewed and rated by a panel of job knowledge experts. Each candidate's rating will be based on responses to a series of structured questions designed to elicit the candidates' qualifications for the job. Only the most successful candidates will be placed on the eligible list. Based on the Department's needs, the selection procedures above may be modified. Candidates will be notified of any changes in the selection procedures. Eligible List : After all procedures have been completed, the Sheriff Human Resources will establish an eligible list of qualified candidates. Veterans Employment Preference Policy (VEPP) : The County is committed to providing a mechanism to give preferential consideration in the employment process to veterans and their eligible spouses and will provide eligible participants the opportunity to receive interviews in the selection process for employment and paid internship openings. Please click here to review the policy. HOW TO APPLY Only on-line applications will be accepted. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of on line applications. Application information must be current, succinct and related to the requirements in this job announcement. Please note that email is the primary form of notification during the recruitment process. Please ensure your correct email address is on your application and only use one email account. Click here for tips to complete your application. For specific information pertaining to this recruitment, contact Mary Felix at (714) 834-5857 or email at mfelix@ocsheriff.gov ADDITIONAL INFORMATION EMAIL NOTIFICATION: Email is the primary form of notification during the recruitment process. Please ensure your correct email address is included in our application and use only one email account. NOTE: User accounts are established for one person only and should not be shared with another person. Multiple applications with multiple users may jeopardize your status in the recruitment process for any positions for which you apply. Candidates will be notified regarding their status as the recruitment proceeds via email through the GovernmentJobs.com site. Please check your email folders, including spam/junk folders, and/or accept emails ending with "governmentjobs.com" and "ocgov.com." If your email address should change, please update your profile at www.governmentjobs.com . FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS: Click here for additional Frequently Asked Questions. EEO INFORMATION Orange County, as an equal employment opportunity employer, encourages applicants from diverse backgrounds to apply. Non-Management Benefits In addition to the County's standard suite of benefits, such as a variety of health plan options, annual leave and paid holidays--we also offer an excellent array of benefits such as a Health Care Reimbursement Account, 457 Defined Contribution Plan and Annual Education and Professional Reimbursement. Employees are provided a Retirement Plan through the Orange County Employees Retirement System (OCERS). Please go to the following link to find out more about Defined Benefit Pensions and OCERS Plan Types/Benefits. http://www.ocers.org/active-member-information Click here for information about benefits offered to County of Orange employees. Closing Date/Time: Continuous
CAREER DESCRIPTION SHERIFF'S COMMUNITY SERVICES OFFICER In addition to performance-based merit increases, this position is scheduled to receive salary range increases on the following dates: Effective June 28, 2024 - 4.25% increase Effective June 27, 2025 - 4.00% increase Salary may be negotiable within the range listed above, based on position requirements and successful candidate's qualifications, subject to appropriate authorization. This recruitment is open to the public and will remain open on a continuous basis until the needs of the Department are met. Qualified applicants are encouraged to apply immediately. RECRUITMENT INFORMATION This recruitment is being conducted to establish an Open Eligible List to fill a vacancy in this class until the next recruitment. THE DEPARTMENT The Orange County Sheriff-Coroner Department is a large, multi-faceted law enforcement agency served by approximately 3,800 sworn and professional staff members and over 800 reserve personnel. The department consists of five organizational Commands comprised of 21 separate Divisions. Collectively, these Commands and Divisions provide services including land and sea based patrol and investigative services to unincorporated county areas and to contract and task force partners at the city and county level. Additional services and responsibilities include but are not limited to: state and federal task force participation, operation and management of the Orange County jail system, emergency communications, forensic and coroner services, HR and personnel services, risk management, and financial management. Click here for OCSD website THE POSITION Sheriff's Community Services Officers (CSO) are uniformed personnel that perform various routine law enforcement-related tasks that do not require the authority of a peace officer. A CSO may be required to work either inside a substation or outside in the field. Front desk duties include providing members of the public with information, assisting department personnel with information and equipment requests, registration of sex and arson offenders, and other duties as required. Equipment Room duties include checking in and checking out equipment; generating past due reports; making sure shotguns are in working order; downloading tasers and generating taser download reports; assigning USB PVS keys; researching and making copies of PVS requests for DA’s, sergeants, deputies and Internal Affairs; research and copy PAS log requests; changing out media cards; calling in trouble tickets for MDC repairs; replacing key tags; making new barcodes; replenishing mouth pieces for our PAS devices and assigning lockers among other duties. Through the Community Work Program, the CSO duties include supervising a work crew who does the cleaning and manual labor projects for the substation. Outside field duties include taking reports at traffic accident scenes, coordinating the disposal of abandoned vehicles, issuing citations for parking violations and other infractions, and other duties as assigned. Incumbents will be required to work a variety of rotating shifts, including nights, weekends, and holidays. IDEAL CANDIDATE The ideal candidate will have experience working in a law enforcement agency, the ability to remain calm and work effectively in stressful and emotional or emergency situations, the ability to deal with emotional and/or hostile members of the public, the ability to multitask, and possess a bachelor's degree in criminal justice. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS General knowledge of : Law enforcement functions and responsibilities in an urban community. Ability to: Develop rapport and obtain cooperation from crime victims, witnesses and informants Obtain complete and relevant information from interviewees to complete incident and crime reports Prepare clear and accurate reports Speak and write clearly and concisely Read, understand and interpret moderately complex laws, rules, directives and other written material Safely operate a marked police vehicle in all weather and traffic conditions Find obscure addresses and locations Experience/Education One year of experience which demonstrates possession of the required knowledges and abilities. Education or training which is directly related to these knowledges and abilities may be substituted for up to six months of the required experience, on the basis of two semester units for one month of experience or one hour of training for one hour of experience. License Required Possession of a valid California Driver License, Class C or higher, is required by date of appointment. Click here to view the class spec/job description. SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS To be selected for a position with the Orange County Sheriff's Department applicants must not have been convicted of a felony or be on any form of probation and must pass an extensive background investigation to the satisfaction of the Orange County Sheriff-Coroner. Background screening includes completing of a Personal History Form, interview with a background investigator, fingerprinting and may include a polygraph test. Some of the areas considered in the background screening include prior convictions, traffic violations, drug use and credit problems, employment history, professional references and education verification (i.e. degree, license, or official transcripts. Foreign degrees require an evaluation of U.S. equivalency by an agency that is a member of the National Association of Credentials Services (N.A.C.E.S.). PHYSICAL, MENTAL AND ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONS The County of Orange is committed to providing a means for applicants who may have a disability to identify areas in which they may request a reasonable accommodation. The following is a description of the physical and mental abilities which are customarily required to perform the essential job functions of this position. Applicants are encouraged to contact the recruiter listed below for any questions or to request an accommodation during the selection process. Environmental/Mental Conditions : Incumbents will be obtaining reports from traffic accident victims and witnesses that may become emotional and/or hostile; required to drive in inclement weather conditions; and work a rotational schedule and shiftwork. Physical Requirements: Incumbents must have independent body mobility to stand, walk, run, stoop, bend, push and pull; ability to work with arms above shoulder level; lift or carry objects weighing up to 25 pounds; vision sufficient to read fine print, computer screen, and also to drive; manual dexterity to perform repetitive motion for duties such as writing and keyboarding; the ability to speak and hear well enough to converse in person and over the telephone; communicate clearly and understandably over a PAC-Set (Communications Radio). RECRUITMENT PROCESS Sheriff Human Resources screens all applications to identify the most qualified candidates for the position based on the skills required to meet the needs of the Department. After the initial screening, the qualified candidates will be referred to the next step and notified of all further procedures applicable to their status in the competition. SELECTION PROCEDURES Applications must emphasize all the areas in which the applicant has expertise and accomplishments in the specific competencies related to the position. Structured Oral Panel Interview (Weighted 100%): Candidates will be interviewed and rated by a panel of job knowledge experts. Each candidate's rating will be based on responses to a series of structured questions designed to elicit the candidates' qualifications for the job. Only the most successful candidates will be placed on the eligible list. Based on the Department's needs, the selection procedures above may be modified. Candidates will be notified of any changes in the selection procedures. Eligible List : After all procedures have been completed, the Sheriff Human Resources will establish an eligible list of qualified candidates. Veterans Employment Preference Policy (VEPP) : The County is committed to providing a mechanism to give preferential consideration in the employment process to veterans and their eligible spouses and will provide eligible participants the opportunity to receive interviews in the selection process for employment and paid internship openings. Please click here to review the policy. HOW TO APPLY Only on-line applications will be accepted. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of on line applications. Application information must be current, succinct and related to the requirements in this job announcement. Please note that email is the primary form of notification during the recruitment process. Please ensure your correct email address is on your application and only use one email account. Click here for tips to complete your application. For specific information pertaining to this recruitment, contact Mary Felix at (714) 834-5857 or email at mfelix@ocsheriff.gov ADDITIONAL INFORMATION EMAIL NOTIFICATION: Email is the primary form of notification during the recruitment process. Please ensure your correct email address is included in our application and use only one email account. NOTE: User accounts are established for one person only and should not be shared with another person. Multiple applications with multiple users may jeopardize your status in the recruitment process for any positions for which you apply. Candidates will be notified regarding their status as the recruitment proceeds via email through the GovernmentJobs.com site. Please check your email folders, including spam/junk folders, and/or accept emails ending with "governmentjobs.com" and "ocgov.com." If your email address should change, please update your profile at www.governmentjobs.com . FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS: Click here for additional Frequently Asked Questions. EEO INFORMATION Orange County, as an equal employment opportunity employer, encourages applicants from diverse backgrounds to apply. Non-Management Benefits In addition to the County's standard suite of benefits, such as a variety of health plan options, annual leave and paid holidays--we also offer an excellent array of benefits such as a Health Care Reimbursement Account, 457 Defined Contribution Plan and Annual Education and Professional Reimbursement. Employees are provided a Retirement Plan through the Orange County Employees Retirement System (OCERS). Please go to the following link to find out more about Defined Benefit Pensions and OCERS Plan Types/Benefits. http://www.ocers.org/active-member-information Click here for information about benefits offered to County of Orange employees. Closing Date/Time: Continuous
