PUBLIC SAFETY OFFICER I (FULL-TIME)

Job Description:

PUBLIC SAFETY OFFICER I (FULL-TIME)

Description

The City of Santa Fe Springs is seeking a highly-motivated individual for the position of Public Safety Officer I in the Department of Police & Community Services.

PLEASE NOTE: Applicants are highly encouraged to apply promptly as the recruitment may close at any time.

Employment Type : Full-time position represented by the City of Santa Fe Springs City Employees Association.

Work Schedule: Public Safety Officer I is assigned a 4/10 work schedule between the hours 6:00am - 4pm or 1:00pm -11:00pm. Incumbent may be required to work pre-scheduled evening meetings or weekend events.

POSITION PURPOSE:
Under general supervision, the Public Safety Officer; responds to calls throughout the City; interviews victims and witnesses and prepares accurate crime reports. Collects and secures evidence; performs traffic accident investigations. Provides support to police officers and fire suppression personnel. Performs traffic control during emergency situations. Assists the public with various issues, including criminal, civil, city business, and other related questions. Monitors and patrols City facilities, grounds and parks to enforce safety and security; secures and locks City facilities; enforces and monitors local, state, and vehicle code violations; issues parking citations; resolves criminal complaints and requests from city staff, residents and businesses, and performs related duties as required. In the absence of a Lead PSO or PSO II, the PSO I may serve as a shift lead and assist with training, evaluating and coordinating the work activities of subordinate personnel; performs related work as required.

SUPERVISION RECEIVED:
Receives direct supervision from the Lead Public Safety Officer and Public Safety Officer II.

SUPERVISION EXERCISED:
None

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.

Essential Job Specific Duties:

• Monitors and patrols City facilities, grounds, and parks to enforce safety and security.
• Responds to calls throughout the City.
• Provides support to police officers and fire suppression personnel.
• In the absence of a Lead PSO or PSO II, the PSO I may serve as a shift lead and assist with training, evaluating and coordinating the work activities of subordinate personnel.
• Participates in a variety of community, Department and City meetings.

B. Other Job Specific Duties:

• Assists the public with various issues, including criminal, civil, city business, and other related questions.
• Participate in required staff meetings and in-service training.
• Assists with Department Programs and City events and activities.
• Follows upon all projects assigned by the Public Safety Officer Supervisor, Public Safety Manager, Assistant Director and/or the Director of Police Services.
• Provides support for all Department Divisions.
• Monitors and maintains a variety of logs and records; prepares reports.
• Performs Public Safety Officer 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.
• Modern office procedures and equipment including computers.
• Word processing and other related software applications.

ABILITY TO:

• Assist with planning, organizing, directing, and coordinating the work of subordinate personnel.
• Patrol City facilities and grounds.
• Enforce local, state, and vehicle codes.
• Interact effectively with a wide variety of individuals.
• 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, Mobile Data Computers.
• Effectively organize and prioritize assigned work.
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships with other people.
• Follow written and oral instructions.

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.
• One(1) year of municipal public safety or law enforcement experience.
• Possession of a valid State of California driver’s license and an acceptable driving record.
• PC832 Laws of Arrest Certification within one year of appointment.
• Obtain and maintain CPR and First Aid certification within one year of appointment.

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 primarily 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 accommodation may be made to enable employees with disabilities to perform the essential duties.

• Stand, sit, walk, kneel, crouch, and bend.
• Push, pull, and reach over head 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.

METHOD OF SELECTION:
Selection is based upon an application review and a structured interview. Appointment will be contingent upon passing a background investigation, polygraph examination, 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: 4/22/2026 5:00 PM Pacific

Salary:

$5,091.91 - $6,643.78 Monthly