Public Safety Aide (Nights, Weekends, Holidays)

The City of Fort Lauderdale employees possess a passion for public service demonstrated by a high degree of enthusiasm, self-reliance, and job proficiency. They effective convey the vision and mission of the organization and provide excellent service and satisfaction to our internal and external customers.

The Fort Lauderdale Police Department is looking for a Public Safety Aide. In this position you will have to investigate traffic crashes and various delayed crimes, including, but not limited to, auto theft, burglary, fraud, larceny, lost/found property, lost/ found animals, missing persons and vandalism.

NOTE: The duties of this position will include all of those duties set forth in the official job description.

In accordance with Article 24 of the Collective Bargaining Agreement between the City of Fort Lauderdale and Teamsters Local Union 769, for posting purposes this open-competitive job posting shall be considered as a simultaneous internal and external posting (it is open to both internal City employees and external applicants). Additionally, this job classification is subject to the terms and conditions of the Collective Bargaining Agreement between the City of Fort Lauderdale and Teamsters Local Union 769.

REQUIRED DOCUMENTS FOR SUBMITTING ONLINE APPLICATIONCandidates must attach the following supporting documents with their on-line application. Ensure that all documents are labeled with a file name that easily identifies the contents. Applications received without the supporting documentation are considered incomplete and will not be processed. Documents should be saved in a PDF format.

1. PRE-JOB OFFER QUESTIONNAIRE - (CLICK HERE FOR LINK TO PJQ)

2. DD214 MILITARY RELEASE FORM - MEMBER 4 COPY (if applicable)

3. CITY OF FORT LAUDERDALE VETERAN'S PREFERENCE CLAIM FORM (if applicable) (J-204)

4. CRIMINAL JUSTICE BASIC ABILITIES TEST (CJBAT) RESULTS - (if applicable - not needed at time of application but must be obtained prior to employment)

5. CURRENT COMPLETE DRIVER'S LICENSE HISTORY

Failure to disclose information regarding your driving history will be grounds for removing the candidate from the testing process. Driving record must be current, no more than 60 days from application submission date. IMPORTANT INFORMATION ABOUT DRIVING HISTORY

Applicants with any of the following driving history will not be approved for testing:

1. Accumulation of eight (8) points or more within the past thirty-six (36) months.

2. Suspension of driver's license within the past thirty-six (36) months.

3. Non-traffic related suspensions, such as insurance related suspension, shall be reviewed on a case-by-case basis.

4. Four (4) or more moving violations within the past thirty-six (36) months

(regardless of adjudication withheld for points).

5. A conviction (or case pending) for DUI, DWI, or Hit and Run within the last five (5) years.

6. Accumulation of more than one (1) moving violation in six (6) months prior to application.

7. Any significant negative driving history determined by management review of all relevant facts.

PLEASE ENSURE THAT ALL INFORMATION IS CAREFULLY DOCUMENTED. OMISSIONS OR DISCREPANCIES COULD RESULT IN DISQUALIFICATION.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

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Essential functions are the basic job duties that an employee must be able to perform, with or without reasonable accommodation. The list of essential functions, as outlined herein, is intended to be representative of the tasks performed within this classification. The omission of a function does not preclude management from assigning essential duties not listed herein if such duties relate to the position.

• Conducts preliminary investigations of non-violent criminal offenses and prepares appropriate police offense/incident reports
  
• Answers non-priority calls such as vehicle break-ins, larceny, vehicle and boat theft, animal complaints, worthless documents, missing person, etc.; communicates with persons reporting, victims and witnesses
  
• Investigates automobile and hit and run accidents
  
• Files official police reports, State of Florida Traffic Crash reports; issues traffic summons
  
• Directs traffic as necessary
  
• Examines accident scene for signs of physical evidence
  
• Investigates non-emergency citizen complaints
  
• Responds to issues related to code enforcement and parking enforcement; prepares and serves notices or corrects existing violations
  
• Issues citations for parking violations
  
• Processes crime scenes for latent fingerprints and other physical evidence
  
• Performs liaison functions between police authorities and community
  
• Makes contacts with businesses and residents in assigned work areas to deliver department information and/or build community relationships
  
• Provides security as assigned by supervisor
  
• Performs administrative duties such as maintenance of investigative logs; collects, sorts and files police reports, pawn slips and evidence slips
  
• Assists citizens with vehicle identification number verifications for title applications
  
• Makes notification to victims of crime of the recovery of their property
  
• Answers phone calls concerning citizen inquiries
  
• Contacts various governmental groups to facilitate information flow; assists police officers with station report duties
  
• Testifies in court proceedings
  
• May participate in field training program for accident investigators; may conduct formal on-the-job training in accident investigation.
  
• Transports passengers as required for department business
  
• Operates a motor vehicle
  
• May deploy specialized traffic equipment to include but not limited to, message boards, temporary traffic signage and barricades
  
• May provide emergency first aid to the injured
  
• Performs related work as required or as dependent on area of assignment
  

JOB REQUIREMENTS, PREFERENCES & WORK ENVIRONMENT

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• High School Diploma or G.E.D.
  
• Must be 18 years of age
  
• One (1) year of public contact experience
  
• Be able to successfully complete the public safety aide training program
  
• Complete a State of Florida approved traffic crash investigation and court presentation course
  
• Be able to successfully complete a Parking Enforcement Specialist Program and receive a State of Florida certification to write and issue tickets
  
• Possess or be able to obtain a State of Florida Driver's License within 30 days of hire
  
• Be able to obtain Notary Public, Traffic Certification, Federal Crime Information Center (FCIC) and National Crime Information Center (NCIC) Certification.
  
• If claiming Veteran's Preference, candidates must attach a DD214 Member 4 form, and the City of Fort Lauderdale's veteran's preference claim form (J-204) to the online application.
  

Special Requirements:* An in-depth employment background check, including a polygraph exam, will be conducted as part of the post offer onboarding process as this position is deemed security sensitive.

• Able to work nights, weekends, and holidays.
  

As public servants, employees may be required to work immediately before, during, and/or after an emergency. All employees must be available and able to work assigned shifts as determined by their Department Heads.

PHYSICAL STANDARDS REQUIRED TO PERFORM ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

The position involves medium physical demands, such as exerting up to 100 lbs. of force occasionally, and/or up to 50 lbs. of force frequently, and/or up to 10 lbs. of force constantly to move objects.

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

HOW TO APPLY & SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION

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Applicants who qualify will be subject to an extensive selection process and screening program, which may include, but not be limited to evaluation of training and experience; written test; interview; employment record, background check; medical examination; and drug screen. The expected duration of the selection process varies by position.

The City of Fort Lauderdale is an Equal Opportunity, Affirmative Action, inclusive employer and a Drug Free Workplace. The City of Fort Lauderdale does not discriminate based on age, citizenship status, color, disability, marital status, national origin, race, religion, sex, or sexual orientation.

Veterans' preference per Florida law. If claiming Veteran's Preference, candidates must attach a DD214 Member 4 form, and the City of Fort Lauderdale's veteran's preference claim form (J-204) to the online application.

The City of Fort Lauderdale offers a comprehensive benefits package to all regular full-time employees including vacation, holiday, and sick leave as well as medical, dental, vision, life and short-term disability insurance.