Community Services Officer I/II Flex

Looking for a way to enter into the Law Enforcement field? The City of Corona has an exciting opportunity to join our Police Department as a Community Services Officer I/II (Flex). The Community Services Officer I/II performs various non-sworn field and office support duties in support of Police Department operations. The Community Services Officer II position is distinguished from the Community Services Officer I by the performance of the full range of duties as assigned, working independently, and exercising judgment and initiative. Community Services Officer II level are normally filled by advancement from the Community Services Officer I level; progression to the Community Services Officer II level is dependent on (i) management affirmation that the position is performing the full range of duties assigned to the classification; (ii) satisfactory work performance; (iii) the incumbent meeting the minimum qualifications for the classification including any licenses and certifications; and (iv) management approval for progression to the Community Services Officer II level. The ideal candidate will possess the following knowledge, skills, and abilities:

• Equivalent to completion of the twelfth (12th) grade. Applications must list education to be able to verify that candidates have met this requirement. Candidates that do not provide this information will be disqualified from consideration.
• Knowledge of basic functions, principles, and practices of law enforcement agencies including crime scene investigations and evidence retention practices and regulations.
• Familiarity with city and mandated safety rules, regulations, and protocols.

• Perform technical duties in support of assigned programs within the Police Department.
• Interpret and apply operational procedures to resolve field situations.
• Explain department or program operations and services to the general public.
• Ensure all work performed is compliant with established or mandated processes.
• Coordinate, or collaborate, services with other local government or state agencies.
• Work with members of the business community, civic organizations, and the general public to provide a safe and healthy environment for citizens.
• Collect, interpret, and apply data.
• Learn radio codes and procedures.
• Generate and distribute a variety of program reports and documents.
• Maintain detailed incident reports including notes and photographs and prepare related correspondence.
• Use tact, initiative, prudence, and independent judgment within general policy, procedural, and legal guidelines.
• Independently organize work, set priorities, meet critical deadlines, and follow-up on assignments.
• Effectively use computer systems, software applications relevant to work performed, and modern business equipment to perform a variety of work tasks.

• Community Services Officer I: none
• Community Services Officer II: One (1) year of increasingly responsible experience supporting a law enforcement program which involves contact with the public
• Possession of a valid California Driver's License, to be maintained throughout employment.

• Accountability- The Corona Police Department is a professional police agency staffed by individuals who cherish and maintain the highest standards of conduct and performance.
• Integrity- Being truthful and ethical in what we do, what we say, and what we say we do in both our personal and professional lives.
• Respect- We are committed to our profession and will always respect one another and the community that we serve.
• Inclusion- We are not just diverse; we are welcoming to all.
• Teamwork- When we work together to achieve our mission, the department and community will grow stronger. Together, we are better.
• Innovation- We provide modern police services and are committed to always improve our organizational practices.

• No felony conviction(s).
• Submit to a fingerprint and criminal history check - State and Federal Bureaus.
• Good moral character as determined by a thorough background investigation.
• United States high school graduate, GED, or equivalent.
• No conviction(s) of a serious offense, or numerous convictions of minor offenses.
• Submit to a polygraph examination.
• Successfully pass a medical examination
• Credit history check, if established, must be satisfactory.

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