Definition

AZUSA POLICE DEPARTMENT IS NOW HIRING!

DEFINITION

Under the general direction of the Chief of Police, the Special Services Officer performs security duties at city-owned facilities (to include buildings and outdoor spaces) and books and processes arrestees; provides security and care for persons in custody; prepares arrestees for court; transports arrestees to court and outside detention facilities; coordinate visitations; respond to public inquiries; and prepare and serve meals those persons in custody.

CLASS CHARACTERISTICS

Incumbents will be assigned to a division of the Police Department as designated by the Chief of Police. The Special Services Officer must maintain strict confidentiality with all information obtained during their official duties. This position is considered an entry-level position responsible for the safety and security of City-owned facilities and the safe and efficient operation of the jail. Incumbents are subject to rotating shifts, weekends, and holiday work. This classification is distinguished from the next higher classification of Police Officer in that the latter performs more complex and technical field and law enforcement duties.

For questions regarding this recruitment, please contact Human Resources Specialist I, Faith Small, at faith.small@azusaca.gov.

Essential Functions

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Works a fixed post or tours the inner/outer perimeter of a city facility to detect or prevent individuals or groups from committing acts which are injurious to others or to property within or around a facility.
• Ensures that only authorized employees, vendors or other appropriately identified persons and permitted access to closed or restricted areas.
• Relays any suspicious persons, behavior, activity, or objects to appropriate personnel.
• Writes a daily activity, incident, or other related reports.
• Issues written warnings for parking violations and issues citations when appropriate.
• Maintains jail operations, facilities, and records in an efficient and effective manner; coordinates visitations and responds to visitors questions and concerns; applies federal, state, and local laws related to the care and custody of prisoners; ensures adherence to safe work methods, procedures, and practices.
• Responds to questions and concerns from the general public, departmental staff, and other agencies; provides information as appropriate and resolves service issues and complaints.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualification Guidelines

QUALIFICATIONS

Education and/or Experience

• Education: HS/GED.
• Experience: Any combination of education and/or experience that would provide the knowledge, skills, and abilities necessary for satisfactory job performance.

Licenses or Certification

• Possession of and ability to maintain a valid Class C California Driver’s License and a satisfactory driving record.
• Must pass the American Red Cross CPR/First Aid certification class training as often as provided by the City in order to maintain certification.
• Must be 18 years of age at the time of appointment.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Knowledge

• Knowledge of the California Penal Code and applicable civil codes.
• Police Department policies, laws, and regulations.
• General office procedures.

Ability

• Skill in the operation of computer equipment and enter at an acceptable rate.
• Communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing.
• Learn radio codes.
• Write clear and accurate reports.
• Use correct English grammar, punctuation, and spelling.
• Perform a variety of clerical duties.
• Understand and follow verbal and written directions.
• Observe and accurately recall names, faces, and details of incidents.
• Work independently.
• Learn state and local laws.
• Be familiar with and comply with the Departments Firearms and Use of Force policy.

Special Requirements/Physical, Mental, Environmental Conditions

MARGINAL FUNCTIONS

These are position functions which may be changed, deleted, or reassigned to accommodate an individual with a disability.

Environmental Conditions

• Working in hazardous situations that may involve abusive persons, potential physical violence, and the potential risk of exposure to chemical and biological hazards.
• Subject to working extended hours, including evenings, weekends, and holidays from time to time.

Physical Conditions

• Prolonged sitting and regular standing, walking, reaching, twisting, turning, kneeling, bending, squatting, and stooping in the performance of daily activities.
• Near and far vision in reading written reports and work-related documents.

Some requirements may be accommodated for otherwise qualified individuals requiring and requesting such accommodations.