Police Service Officer I

City of El Segundo; El Segundo (CA); On-site; USD 40,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a dedicated team in a charming coastal city as a Police Service Officer. This role offers a unique opportunity to engage with the community, manage public safety, and oversee jail operations. You will be involved in various tasks, from booking prisoners to animal control and traffic management. With a focus on effective communication and strong decision-making, this position is perfect for those who thrive in dynamic environments. Be part of a growing city that values diversity and inclusion while making a difference in the lives of residents.

Qualifications

• One year of public interaction experience is required.
• Completion of a jail operations course and certification is necessary.

Responsibilities

• Book prisoners and manage jail operations.
• Patrol the city for violations and manage public requests.
• Control traffic and issue citations as needed.

Skills

Public interaction

Effective communication

Animal control responsibilities

Managing unruly individuals

Office practices and equipment

Education

High school diploma or GED

Completion of a three-week jail operations course

Tools

Jail operations software

Communication equipment

Job description

The Ideal Candidate

The City of El Segundo Police Department is recruiting a motivated Police Service Officer (PSO) to be an integral part of our team. The PSO may be assigned to various administrative or field roles such as Animal Control, Court Liaison, Parking Enforcement, and may also serve as a jailer. The PSO should be capable of working under supervision but also thrive with minimal oversight, demonstrating strong initiative and sound decision-making skills.

Application and Selection Process

TO APPLY: Submit a City of El Segundo Employment Application and respond to the Supplemental Qualifications Questionnaire online. This process is ongoing and may close at any time. Early applications are encouraged. The first review will occur on Monday, May 12, 2025, at 5:00 P.M., with top-qualified applicants invited for testing.

The City of El Segundo, established in 1917, is a charming coastal city home to approximately 17,000 residents and over 75,000 private sector employees across various industries, including major companies like Mattel, Chevron, the Los Angeles Times, and Beyond Meat. It also hosts headquarters for sports franchises such as the LA Lakers and LA Kings. The city's economy is expanding into high tech and creative startups, embodying the motto "Where Big Ideas Take Off!"

Essential functions, as defined under the Americans with Disabilities Act, may include the following duties and responsibilities. This list is illustrative and not exhaustive.

Characteristic Duties and Responsibilities:

1. Book prisoners, including fingerprinting, searching, tagging personal property, and assigning jail cells based on classification; prepare booking and charge forms; conduct jail checks; oversee inmate movements; manage visitations; prepare court packages.
2. Order and stock jail supplies; document inmate misconduct and emergencies; serve meals; clean cells.
3. Handle public requests at the counter and by phone; provide policy and service information; receive reports; manage inmate and property data; process bail payments and issue receipts; release property and impounded vehicles.
4. Patrol the city observing for violations or incidents; capture animals using appropriate methods; pick up dead animals; issue citations, licenses, warnings, and notices.
5. Control or direct traffic; issue parking citations; impound vehicles; appear in court; operate city vehicles.
6. Manage records including sorting, filing, copying, and distributing; provide police reports; type correspondence and reports; answer calls and route messages.

Knowledge, Skills, and Characteristics:

Knowledge of:

• Animal control practices
• Jail operations and relevant laws
• Parking laws and enforcement
• Office practices and equipment

Skilled in:

• Applying rules, policies, and procedures
• Following instructions
• Public interaction
• Managing unruly individuals
• Animal control responsibilities
• Effective communication
• Building effective relationships

Working Conditions:

• Physical contact with inmates and arrestees
• Exposure to bodily fluids and infectious diseases
• Animal control tasks may require lifting up to 75 pounds, running, climbing fences, and crawling

Minimum Qualifications:

Combination of experience and training likely to provide the necessary knowledge and skills. Typically:

• One year of public interaction experience
• High school diploma or GED
• Valid California Driver's license
• Completion of a three-week jail operations course and certification by the Department of Corrections

Please note: Top candidates will undergo a thorough background check, including fingerprinting. Past convictions may be considered based on relevance and circumstances.

In accordance with Government Code Section 3100, employees may be asked to respond as disaster service workers.

All employees must complete a 12-month probationary period to attain permanent status.

The City of El Segundo is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion.