Support Services Clerk I - Public Safety Department - City of Lakewood, CA : Job Details

Salary: See Position DescriptionLocation : Lakewood, CAJob Type: Part-TimeJob Number: 2025-26Department: AdministrationOpening Date: 12/30/2024Closing Date: 1/14/2025 2:00 PM PacificMax Number of Applicants: 150DescriptionPUBLIC SAFETY DEPARTMENTSUPPORT SERVICES CLERK IPART-TIME, NO BENEFITS$24.51 per hourThis recruitment will close at 2:00 p.m. on Tuesday, January 14, 2025 or once 150 completed applications have been received, whichever comes first. Under general supervision, the Support Services Clerk I, performs a variety of clerical and administrative duties in support of the Public Safety Department; provides customer service and performs other related duties as assigned. The number of hours worked will be determined by the needs of the department, however, incumbents may work a maximum of 28 hours per week and are expected to work evenings, weekends and holidays. This is an at-will position and incumbent serves at the pleasure of the City Manager or designee. Examples of DutiesDuties include but are not limited to the following: uses the city's computer programs to enter and retrieve information and maintain and update database records; uses a personal computer to prepare a variety of correspondence, reports, forms and other materials; provides information regarding City and department programs and services as well as referrals to appropriate city, county or other agencies, in person or over the telephone; records and files a variety of information; operates a variety of office machines and equipment; may assist with the preparation of weekly and monthly reports; may be required to drive the Public Safety Resource Command Vehicle or other vehicles; and may assist with providing support services to deputies and other personnel.Duties may also consist of the following when assigned to support the following divisions: Field Division: Assists with planning, and organizing events for crossing guards; maintains inventory and distribution of uniforms and equipment; assists with completing and processing timecards; performs special detail tasks for crossing guards and community safety officers; performs data tracking and entry related to radar trailers traffic safety service requests, and Award of Valor nominations. Program and Event Division: Participates in community relations; researches relevant crime prevention and emergency preparedness topics; compiles monthly crime data and writes monthly public education articles; assists in planning, coordinating, and facilitating special events and programs; participates in community outreach for schools, residents, Lakewood businesses and seniors. QualificationsEducation & Experience: Graduation from high school (or G.E.D equivalent) and two years of experience performing general clerical duties.Licenses: Must possess a valid California Class C Driver's License issued by the State Department of Motor Vehicles and a good driving record.Knowledge of: Modern information processing practices and procedures, including business correspondence, filing and standard office equipment operation; use of personal computers using Windows-based software for word processing and other tasks; correct English usage, grammar, spelling and punctuation; telephone and receptionist techniques; and principles of customer service.Skills and Abilities to: Perform clerical and administrative work involving the use of independent judgment; learn to effectively use the city's computer programs to enter and retrieve information; operate a personal computer using Windows-based software; tactfully and courteously respond to routine questions in person and over the telephone; promote the City's policy of providing outstanding customer service; and establish and maintain cooperative work relationships with those contacted in the course of work.Physical and Mental Demands: Ability to see and hear within normal ranges; dexterity to read, write, type, operate office equipment such as a computer, telephone, calculator, copier, fax machine, pencils, pens, scissors, stapler; communicate orally, in writing and over the telephone; understand written and verbal directions; and lift and carry up to 25 pounds, stand walk, and sit for extended periods of time. Supplemental InformationSelection Procedure: All properly submitted applications will be reviewed and evaluated. Those candidates appearing to have the best qualifications for the position will be invited to participate in the selection process which may require any combination of the following: a written examination, a performance examination and one or more oral interviews. Not all applicants may be tested or interviewed.Important Information 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.APPLICATION PROCESS: Applications must be filled out completely and clearly show that the qualifications are met. All statements made on the application are subject to investigation and verification. False statements will be cause for disqualification, removal from the Eligible List, or discharge from employment. Resumes may be attached, but will not be accepted in lieu of a standard City application form. All application materials become the property of the City of Lakewood and are not returnable.COMPENSATION: City employees are paid on a bi-weekly basis, therefore, published monthly salary is for illustration purposes only, rounded to whole dollars. Actual salary is based on hourly rate rounded to four decimal places.EQUAL OPPORTUNITY: The City of Lakewood does not discriminate on the basis of age, sex, race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, marital status, disability status, gender expression, gender identity, transgender status, or other protected class in its employment actions, decisions, policies and practices.AMERICANS WITH DISABILITIES: Qualified individuals with disabilities, as defined by the Americans with Disabilities Act, are encouraged to apply for City employment. Those who require a reasonable accommodation to take a test as part of the selection process must make such a request to the Personnel Department, in writing, at least three working days prior to the date of the testing procedure. Individuals requesting accommodation in the testing process will be required to provide documentation of such need.IMMIGRATION REFORM & CONTROL ACT OF 1986: In compliance with the Act, all new employees must verify their identity and entitlement to work in the United States by providing required documentation.FINGERPRINTING: Applicants who are selected for hire are fingerprinted during the pre-placement processing period. All fingerprints will be processed with the Department of Justice to verify criminal records or absence thereof.RESTRICTIONS ON NEPOTISM: The employment of relatives can create undesirable results, particularly in connection with performance evaluation, discipline, and general morale of other workers. Therefore, it is the city's policy that no relative of any City officer or employee to which this resolution applies shall be employed, if said City officer or employee is in a supervisory, lead or subordinate position over said relative in the areas of hiring, setting compensation, discipline or termination. Relatives for this purpose include son, daughter, mother, father, brother, brother-in-law, sister, sister-in-law, son-in-law, daughter-in-law, mother-in-law, father-in-law, aunt, uncle, nephew, niece, stepparent, stepchild, grandparent, grandchild, or persons living in the same household. The City does not prohibit employment of two people who are married to each other or who are the registered domestic partners of each other pursuant to the California Family Code (section 297 et seq.). Nonetheless, the City will not employ spouses or registered domestic partners in the same division or facility in situations where such action is determined to be inappropriate because of reasons of supervision, safety, security or morale.PHYSICAL EXAMINATION: Employment offers are conditional based, upon the successful completion of a medical examination which includes drug and alcohol screening for safety sensitive positions. Physicals are performed by the City's designated physician at the City's expense. Candidates are cautioned not to quit their jobs or give notice to their current employers until they are determined to be medically qualified.TUBERCULOSIS TESTING: Candidates selected to work in a position requiring contact with children must submit a certificate or notice documenting that within the last two years they have been examined and found to be free of communicable tuberculosis. The certificate or notice must be signed by a licensed examining physician or public health agency.POSSESSION OF A VALID CALIFORNIA DRIVER'S LICENSE: Employees in classifications requiring possession of a valid California driver's license will be enrolled in the Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV) Government Employer Pull Notice program, which confirms possession of a valid driver's license and reflects the driving record.LOYALTY OATH OR AFFIRMATION: All City employees are required to sign a loyalty oath or affirmation prior to actual employment.EMERGENCY SERVICE: All City employees are required to perform assigned Emergency Service duties in the event of an emergency or disaster.PROBATIONARY PERIOD: Employees appointed to positions in the classified service are required to serve a probationary period of not less than six months. All other employees are considered at-will and serve at the pleasure of the appointing authority.Part time employees are eligible to participate in the City's alternate retirement plan. The City does not participate in Social Security. Part time employees are not eligible to participate in any other benefit programs except as may be required by law.01 Which of the best describes your level of education:

• Some high school, did not graduate
• High School Graduate or G.E.D.
• Less than 2 years of college
• 2+ years of college
• Associate's Degree
• Bachelor's Degree

02 Indicate your total years of work experience in performing general clerical duties:

• None
• Less than 6 months
• 6 months - 12 months
• 1 - 2 years
• 2+ years

03 Briefly describe the type of general clerical duties that you have performed. 04 Indicate your total years of work experience you have in providing customer service:

• None
• Less than 6 months
• 6 months - 12 months
• 1 - 2 years
• 2+ years

Required Question