Police Service Officer

Position Overview

Applications accepted from: ALL PERSONS INTERESTED

Job Classification: POLICE SERVICE OFFICER

Posting Number: PN#34447

Division: ROBBERY

Reporting Location: 1200 TRAVIS ST.

Workdays & Hours: MONDAY - FRIDAY 8AM - 4PM*

*Subject to change

Description Of Duties/Essential Functions

Performs para-professional police and various support activities to assist in crime prevention.

Responsibilities

• Utilizes departmental computer system to check in and out equipment to police officers, i.e., keys, ticket books, non-lethal weapons, etc.
• Maintains logs and records of equipment checked in and out of the radio room.
• Completes inventory of the radio room daily.
• Utilizes personal computer and mainframe to input, maintain, and retrieve information, i.e., roll call rosters, statistical data, offense reports, etc.
• Assists Police Officers in writing of reports on an as needed basis.
• Inventory and assign equipment in the Radio Room.
• May perform other duties as assigned by supervisor.
• All duties and responsibilities may not be included in the above job descriptions.
  
  

WORKING CONDITIONS

This position occasionally requires stooping or bending. During shift change lifting required when checking in/out equipment approximately 40-50 pounds or an equivalent weight.

There are no major sources of discomfort, i.e., essentially normal office environment with acceptable lighting, temperature and air conditions.

“Must be able to pass a criminal background check, obtain and maintain federally mandated security clearance where required.”

If applicable, the applicant’s past performance evaluations, past and present supervisory recommendations, and/or Internal Affairs complaint history will be reviewed and considered.

Minimum Requirements

EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENTS

Basic knowledge of grammar, spelling, punctuation and simple mathematical functions like percentages, ratios, etc. as might normally be acquired through attainment of a High School Diploma or a GED.

Experience Requirements

No experience is required.

License Requirements

None.

PREFERENCES

**Preference shall be given to eligible veteran applicants provided such persons possess the qualifications necessary for competent discharge of the duties involved in the position applied for, such persons are among the most qualified candidates for the position, and all other factors in accordance with Executive Order 1-6.**

GENERAL INFORMATION

Selection/Skills Tests Required

Department may administer skills assessment test.

SAFETY IMPACT POSITION

NO

SALARY INFORMATION

Factors used in determining the salary offered include the candidate’s qualifications as well as the pay rates of other employees in this classification.

Pay Grade 7

APPLICATION PROCEDURES

Only online applications will be accepted for this City of Houston job and must be received by the Human Resources Department during active posting period. Applications must be submitted online at: www.houstontx.gov .

To view your detailed application status, please log-in to your online profile by visiting: http://agency.governmentjobs.com/houston/default.cfm or call 713-308-1285.

If you need special services or accommodations, call 713-308-1289. (TTY 7-1-1)

If you need login assistance or technical support call 855-524-5627.

Due to the high volume of applications received, the Hiring Department will contact you directly, should you be selected to advance in our recruitment process.

All new and rehires must pass a pre-employment drug test and are subject to a physical examination and verification of information provided.

EOE – Equal Opportunity Employer

The City of Houston is committed to recruiting and retaining a diverse workforce and providing a work environment that is free from discrimination and harassment based upon any legally protected status or protected characteristic, including but not limited to an individual's sex, race, color, ethnicity, national origin, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, genetic information, veteran status, gender identity, or pregnancy.