Senior Traffic Service Assistant

*This opportunity is currently a promotional opportunity for current City of Oxnard employees only.*
The City of Oxnard's Police Department is seeking SeniorTraffic Service Assistantswith strong technical and customer service skills to be part of the team. The ideal candidate will have excellent communication skills and be able to understand, read and properly interpret applicable laws, rules and regulations related to the assignment.
WHAT YOU'LL DO:

• Support the Patrol Division
• Control Traffic

Payroll/Classification Title:
Public Safety Field Technician
DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS:

This classification is distinguished from the Public Safety Field Technician in that it provides general community assistance for service calls or supervises lower level staff in providing traffic control and enforcement assistance to law enforcement.

SUPERVISION EXERCISED / SUPERVISION RECEIVED:

Receives close supervision and specific direction regarding assignments and deadlines. As assigned, may supervise Public Safety Field Assistants and Public Safety Field Technicians in the enforcement of traffic laws, parking and accident investigation assistance to law enforcement.

This class specification represents only the core areas of responsibilities; specific position assignments will vary depending on the needs of the Department.

• Provides assistance and law enforcement support to sworn officers in the performance of service duties related to traffic control and enforcement and non-law enforcement work such as vehicle maintenance/inventory, responding to low priority service calls and tracking data.
• Adheres to and ensures compliance with applicable regulations, policies, procedures and work methods associated with assigned duties.
• Prepares, issues, processes and/or maintains files, records, logs, correspondence and documentation.
• Uses and maintains assigned communication devices and equipment in clean and safe working condition.
• Responds to information requests, inquiries and complaints; refers complex requests to appropriate resource.
• Performs other duties of a similar nature and level as assigned.

POSITION SPECIFIC RESPONSIBILITIES MIGHT INCLUDE:

Positions assigned to traffic may be responsible for:

• Supervising school crossing guards and non-sworn staff assigned to assist with traffic enforcement;

• Directing, controlling and routing vehicle traffic using traffic signal/barrier equipment;

• Enforcing parking regulations and assessing need for towing of vehicles;

• Responding to traffic collision calls for service and Investigating collisions:

• Assisting with traffic checkpoints;

• Preparing and issuing citations, warnings and collision scene diagrams.

Positions assigned to community services may be responsible for:

• Assisting with non-law enforcement activities such as vehicle maintenance/inventory, false business alarm tracking, gang or serious habitual offender tracking and property/evidence custodial work;

• Responding to low priority service calls.

The following are the minimum qualifications necessary for entry into the classification:

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE

• High School Diploma/GED and three (3) years of related full-time experience or;

• High School Diploma/GED and up to one (1) year of additional training through college coursework or Oxnard Police Department experience and two (2) years of related experience

LICENSING/CERTIFICATIONS:

• Valid California Class C Driver's License with a satisfactory driving record

OTHER REQUIREMENTS:

• Must be able to speak and understand English to effectively communicate with fellow employees, customers, and vendors
• Bilingual in Spanish highly preferred

APPLICATION PROCESS:

• Submit NEOGOV/Government Jobs on-line application.
• Complete and submit responses to the supplemental questions, if required.
• Upload resume, cover letter, proof of degree (transcript), or other requested documents.

Your application may be rejected as incomplete if you do not include the relevant information in the online application and include the information only on the resume. Applications and/or Supplemental Questionnaires that state "see my resume" or "see my personnel file" are considered incomplete and will not be accepted. Cover letters and/or optional resumes are not accepted in lieu of a completed application.
The list of qualified candidates established from this recruitment may be used to fill other full-time, part-time, and temporary assignments. There is currently one (1) full-time vacancy within the Police Department.
Selected candidate(s) are required to undergo an extensive background investigation and polygraph examination.
UNION MEMBERSHIP: Regular full-time and part-time positions in this classification are represented by the Service Employees International Union (SEIU).
NOTE:For most positions, the City of Oxnard relies on office automation (Microsoft Office/Google) and web-based enabled tools, therefore candidates must be proficient and comfortable with computer use to perform functions associated with on-going work.
Regular and reliable attendance, effective communication skills, and development of effective working relationships are requirements of all positions.
Employees are required to participate in the City's direct deposit plan and are paid on a bi-weekly basis.
This position requires a 12 month probationary period.
Pursuant to California Government Code Section 3100, all public employees are required to serve as disaster service workers subject to such disaster service activities as may be assigned to them.
EQUAL OPPORTUNITY: The City of Oxnard is an Equal Opportunity Employer and welcomes applications from all qualified applicants. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital status, medical condition, disability or sexual orientation.
REASONABLE ACCOMMODATION: The City of Oxnard makes reasonable accommodation for individuals/people with disabilities. If you believe you require special arrangements to participate in the testing process, you must inform the Human Resources Department in writing no later than the filing date. Applicants who request such accommodation must document their request with an explanation of the type and extent of accommodation required.
LEGAL REQUIREMENT: On the first day of employment, new employees must provide proof of citizenship or documentation of legal right to work in the United States in compliance with the Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986, as amended. The City participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S. If E-Verify cannot confirm that you are authorized to work, this employer is required to give you written instructions and an opportunity to contact Department of Homeland Security (DHS) or Social Security Administration (SSA) so you can begin to resolve the issue before the employer can take any action against you, including terminating your employment. Employers can only use E-Verify once you have accepted a job offer and completed the Form I-9. For more information on E-Verify, please contact DHS. 888-897-7781 dhs.gov/e-verify
If you have any questions regarding this recruitment, please contact Brenna Perteet at brenna.perteet@oxnard.org.
NOTE: The provisions of this bulletin do not constitute an expressed or implied contract. Any provision contained in this bulletin may be modified or revoked without notice.
Employment Type: Full Time