Support Services Technician

City of Foley; Foley (AL); On-site; USD 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Blue Cross/Blue Shield of Alabama plan

Employee health, vision, hearing, andd

Dental premiums paid by City

Job summary

The City of Foley, Alabama is seeking a dedicated Traffic Support staff member to assist with traffic control, school zones, jail support, courtroom security, and special events under supervision. The role also involves maintaining all traffic and support equipment and collaborating with various city divisions.

Requirements include a High School Diploma or equivalent and a valid driver's license. Applicants must pass physical agility, psychological evaluation, drug test, background checks, and a

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent; one year of related experience preferred.
• Must possess a valid driver's license at the time of application.

Responsibilities

• Direct traffic at intersections, accident scenes, school crossings, and events.
• Assist stranded motorists and citizens as needed.
• Provide escorts for funerals, parades, and oversized loads.
• Perform animal control duties when necessary.
• Support city patrols on foot or in a vehicle.
• Operate and maintain basic city equipment and tools.
• Interact professionally with coworkers, supervisors, and the public.

Skills

Traffic control

Public safety

Interpersonal communication

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Valid driver's license

Job description

Job Summary

Under general supervision, this position assists with traffic control, school zones, jail support, courtroom security, and special events. Responsible for maintaining all traffic and support equipment. Assists all departmental divisions as needed. Reports to the Professional Standards Division Supervisor/Commander.

Essential Functions

• Directs traffic at intersections, accident scenes, fire scenes, school crossings, and special events or any assigned location.
• Assists stranded motorists and citizen needs.
• Provides escorts for funerals, parades, and oversized loads.
• Performs animal control duties when necessary.
• Supports patrols in the city on foot or in a vehicle.
• Drives around the city locating road hazards which may include assisting citizens, Public Works, or other utility companies as needed.
• Maintains support ATV, UTV, and high water vehicles, generators, chainsaws, and other small tools in a ready state.
• Observes activities and looks for any situation that does not appear normal for the area, time of day, weather conditions, etc.
• Utilizes equipment and supplies such as a midsize truck, in-car GPS system, phones, camera, car radio, walkie-talkie, vehicle unlock tools, tire jacks, power tools, etc.
• Interacts with co-workers, supervisors, Command Staff, drivers, victims at crashes, citizens, merchants, etc.

Education And Experience

High School Diploma or its equivalent and one (1) year of experience in a job related field; or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience that provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities.

Must be 18 years of age and possess a valid driver's license.

Successful applicants must pass a physical agility course, psychological evaluation, drug test, a full driving and criminal background check, and a polygraph examination.

Benefits

• Group insurance is currently through Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Alabama.
• The employees’ health, vision, hearing and dental premiums are paid in full by the City.
• The City pays 50% of family coverage.
• The employee cost for family health, vision and hearing is $67.47 per semi-monthly deduction cycle and dental is $10.00 per semi-monthly deduction cycle.

The City of Foley offers a wide range of employee benefits, please visit the following link for more information: Employee Benefits Overview