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City of Long Beach COMMUNITY SERVICES ASSISTANT I-II in Long Beach, California
COMMUNITY SERVICES ASSISTANT I-II
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COMMUNITY SERVICES ASSISTANT I-II
Salary
$1,905.52 - $2,804.96 Biweekly
Location
City of Long Beach, CA
Job Type
Classified - Full-Time, Permanent
Job Number
H61AN-24
Department
Police - (CL)
Opening Date
07/05/2024
Closing Date
8/30/2024 4:30 PM Pacific
Description
Benefits
Questions
DESCRIPTION
EXTENDED
Applications are available online beginning Friday, July 5, 2024, through 4:30 PM, Friday, August 30, 2024.
SALARY INFORMATION:
Grade I -$ 1905.52 – $ 2601.44 Bi-Weekly
Grade II -$ 2072.96 – $2 804.96 Bi-Weekly
EXAMPLES OF DUTIES
Under supervision, performs non-sworn, service-oriented duties related to law enforcement. Responds to non-emergency calls for service including, but not limited to, home/auto burglaries, non-injury traffic collisions, parking violations, and noise complaints, utilizing a department vehicle; prepares the crime, incident and traffic collision reports not requiring the expertise of a sworn officer; operates a variety of office equipment including two-way radio, computer systems, and telephone; provides information to residents and visitors including; but not limited to, Police Department procedures and crime reporting protocols; maintains records and prepares routine reports; may enforce parking control ordinances; may testify and present evidence in court and performs other related duties as required.
REQUIREMENTS TO FILE
One (1) year of experience involving a substantial amount of public contact requiring tact and discretion in dealing with others;
OR
One (1) year of education in criminal justice, social service, or closely related field from an accredited college or university may be substituted for the required experience.(Proof Required*)
AND
A valid motor vehicle operator license.
*Proof of required documents, such as degree or transcripts, must be uploaded to the online application at the time of filing. Any proof submitted must contain either the applicant's name or other identifying characteristic on the form. Degrees must indicate the field of study and transcripts must indicate field of study and degree conferred date. Candidates who possess degrees from colleges or universities from outside the United States must attach proof of educational equivalence at the time of filing.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
Candidates must possess all of the following abilities:
Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing;
Ability to deal tactfully with the public;
Ability to read and comprehend written material;
Ability to organize tasks simultaneously;
Ability to interpret and apply policies, procedures, and laws pertinent to the position;
Ability to operate office equipment including computer equipment, specialized software applications/programs, and assigned equipment.
Willingness to work an irregular schedule, including nights, weekends, overtime, and/or holidays may be required for some positions.
Positions in the Police Department require the ability to pass a thorough background investigation.
DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS:
Bilingual skills in (Khmer, Spanish, and/or Tagalog) are desired for some positions.
Positions in the Police Department require the ability to pass a thorough background investigation.
SELECTION PROCEDURE
EXAMINATION WEIGHTS:
Application and Supplemental Application............................................ Qualifying
Written Exam................................................................................................... 100%
A minimum rating of 70 must be attained in order to pass the examination. Certification by score bands will be considered based on an analysis of exam results. This is a continuous eligible list, which means eligible lists may be established periodically and may expire six months from their effective date. Applicants may apply only once during a four-month period.Applications received by July 19, 2024, will be included in the exam process for Test #01. Screening of applicants will be conducted on the basis of application and required supplemental application submitted. Only those candidates showing the strongest backgrounds on the basis of comparative analysis will be invited to the examination process. Based on the number of applications accepted, the selection procedure may be changed. In the event a revision is necessary, the affected persons will be notified.
In accordance with Civil Service Procedure 3.38, all eligible veterans that successfully qualify on any or all open-competitive examinations shall receive an additional credit of ten (10) points that will be added to their original passing score. Disabled veterans passing the examination shall receive a credit of fifteen (15) points that will be added to their original passing score. (A copy of the veterans DD-214, Member 4 form indicating honorable discharge must be attached to the application at the time of filing.)
If you have not received notification within two weeks of filing, please contact the Civil Service Department at (562) 570-6202.
EQUITY AND INCLUSION
The City of Long Beach is committed to creating a workplace where every employee is valued for who they are. Having our workforce reflect the diversity of our community at various levels of the organization is a continuous goal embraced by our departments, management staff, and policymakers. To support efforts of fairness and diversity, City Leadership is committed to incorporating equity and inclusion into our work by supporting staff and community partners. We are committed to promoting transparency by publishing updated demographic information for employees, including workforce diversity data and pay by race and gender. The City of Long Beach will consider qualified applicants with a criminal history pursuant to the California Fair Chance Act. You are not required to disclose your criminal history or participate in a background check until you receive a conditional job offer. If the City of Long Beach has concerns about a conviction that is directly related to the job after making a conditional job offer and conducting a background check, you will have the opportunity to explain the circumstances surrounding the conviction, provide evidence to mitigate concerns, or challenge the accuracy of the background report. Find out more about the Fair Chance Act by visitinghttps://calcivilrights.ca.gov/fair-chance-act
In support of the City's Language Access Policy, bilingual skills (Spanish, Khmer, and/or Tagalog) are desirable for positions interacting with the public.
This information is available in an alternative format by request at (562) 570-6202. If special accommodation is desired, please contact the Civil Service Department two (2) business days prior to the test on (562) 570-6202. For the hearing impaired, call (562) 570-6638.An Equal Opportunity Employer.
J.O.B. EA8AN-24 CSA:MC CSC 07/03/2024
Employee Benefits
The City of Long Beach offers its employees opportunities to grow personally and professionally. As a permanent employee, you are eligible to receive fringe benefits that include:
· Medical and Dental Insurance
· Life Insurance
· Retirement Plan (P.E.R.S.)
· Paid Vacation, Personal Holidays and Sick Leave
· Deferred Compensation
· Credit Union Membership
· Free Bus Transportation (Long Beach Transit)
· Flexible Spending Accounts
· Free Employee Parking
· Paid Parental Leave*
*Paid Parental Leave - after six (6) months of City employment; up to 30 calendar days (160 hours/192 hours for sworn platoon) of PPL, taken in full-day increments, in connection with the birth, adoption, or foster placement of a child, up to the age of seventeen (17).
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INSTRUCTIONSThe purpose of these supplemental questions is to derive specific information about your qualifications for this position. Applicants must clearly demonstrate their qualifying experience. These questions will serve as the basis for qualifying candidates for advancement into the selection process. Be specific and detailed in your responses. Resumes should be attached, but may not be substituted in lieu of the required application forms (i.e., responses should NOT state "see resume"). Please be advised that failure to answer the required questions will result in an incomplete application and will jeopardize your opportunity to be placed on the eligible list. The application, supplemental questionnaire, and attachments must be completed and received by the filing deadline.Proof of any required documents must be uploaded to the online application. Please be advised that failure to provide the required documents will result in an incomplete application and will jeopardize your opportunity to be placed on the eligible list.If you require assistance, please call our customer service line at (562) 570-6202 during the filing period between the hours of 7:30 AM through 4:00 PM, Monday through Friday or email civilservice@longbeach.gov and include JOB TITLE in the subject line .Do you understand the instructions for completing and submitting the application and supplemental questionnaire for this job?
Yes
No
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REQUIREMENTS TO FILE:Option A:One (1) year of paid, full-time equivalent experience involving a substantial amount of public contact requiring tact and discretion in dealing with others;OROption B:One (1) year of education in criminal justice, social service, or closely related field from an accredited college or university may be substituted for the required experience.Indicate the option under which you meet the requirements to file for this position.
Option A: I have one (1) year of paid, full-time equivalent experience involving a substantial amount of public contact requiring tact and discretion in dealing with others.
Option B: I have one (1) year of education in criminal justice, social service, or closely related field from an an accredited college or university.
None of the options are applicable to me. I understand that I do not qualify for the position at this time. Selecting this option will disqualify me from this position.
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If applying under OPTION Ayou must provide a response to the following: One (1) year of paid, full-time equivalent experience involving a substantial amount of public contact requiring tact and discretion in dealing with othersis required.How much qualifying experience do you possess?
Applying under Option B
0-6 months
7-11 months
1 year (12 months) or more
No paid experience, I understand that I will not qualify under this option.
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If applying under OPTION Ayou must provide a response to the following:(note: If applying under Option B, indicated n/a)One (1) year of paid, full-time equivalent experience involving a substantial amount of public contact requiring tact and discretion in dealing with othersis required.Describe your experience involving a substantial amount of public contact requiring tact and discretion in dealing with others. To receive credit for the required experience or education, you must include the following information describing your experience as it relates to the requirements.Do not copy and paste your resume. 1) Employer Name 2) Your Job Title 3) Dates of employment (mo/year to mo/year) 4) Total average hours per week 5) Duties performed for the position held. Your responsesmustbe complete to receive credit for this experience.Incomplete responses may not receive credit.If you do not have any related experience, indicate with NONE.If applying under Option B, indicate n/a
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If applying under OPTION Byou must provide a response to the following: One (1) year of education* in criminal justice, social service, or closely related field from an accredited college or university may be substituted for the required experience.(Equivalent of twelve (12) units or more, which must include coursework in criminal justice, social service, or closely related)Legible proof of education must be attached to your application at the time of filing.Did you attach your proof?
I am applying under OPTION A.
Yes, I attached legible proof of my education.
No, I did not attach proof of my education understand I will not qualify under this option.
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ADDITIONAL INFORMATION (optional) - LANGUAGE:Bilingual/Biliterate skills (Spanish, Khmer, Tagalog, and American Sign Language) proficiency may be desirable for some positions. Indicate, by checking all that apply, if you can speak and understand any of the languages listed below.This information will not be used to determine whether or not you are accepted for further testing. In the event that bilingual skills are required for a particular position, you will be contacted regarding your interest in testing for bilingual skill certification.
Bilingual English/Spanish
Bilingual English/Khmer
Bilingual English/Tagalog
Bilingual English/American Sign Language
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ACKNOWLEDGEMENTSBy answering yes, I understand that proof of required documents must be submitted as attachments at the time of filing. I also understand that failure to submit all required documents at the time of filing will result in my application being considered incomplete. Proofs for this position may include: college transcripts/degrees and/or DD-214 Member 4 Form, if claiming veteran's preference. Please note that candidates who possess degrees from colleges or universities from outside the United States must attach proof of educational equivalency at the time of filing.
For information on evaluation services:Education Evaluation Services (http://www.longbeach.gov/CivilService/Media-Library/Documents/Job-Opportunities/Education-Evaluation-Services/ )
Yes
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By answering "yes", I understand that the City of Long Beach utilizes electronic mail (email) to notify applicants of important information related to job applications submitted online through Governmentjobs.com. As an applicant, if I do not wish to receive emails from the City of Long Beach and decide to unsubscribe from email notifications and/or text messages, I may miss important information (i.e. employment opportunities) regarding the status of any job applications that I submit online. If you have questions or need clarification, please contact the Civil Service Department at (562) 570-6202.
Yes
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By answering "Yes" and submitting this application, I certify the following that:1) I have personally completed the information provided and that it is accurate and complete to the best of my knowledge; and 2) I understand that any falsification may cancel any terms, conditions, or privileges of employment; and 3) I understand and acknowledge that the City of Long Beach requires all employees to be vaccinated against COVID-19 prior to their first day of employment unless a medical or religious accommodation is approved by the City of Long Beach's Human Resources Department for the duration of the vaccine mandate. I understand and acknowledge the aforementioned statement.
Yes
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Agency
City of Long Beach
Department
Police - (CL)
Address
Civil Service Department
411 W. Ocean Blvd., 4th Fl
Long Beach, California, 90802
Phone
(562) 570-6202
Website
https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/longbeach
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