Public Safety Specialist

City of Davis•Davis, CA

1d•Hybrid

About The Position

Under general direction, performs a diverse range of non-sworn duties in support of public safety operations in the Police Department and/or the Department of Social Services and Housing. Areas of responsibility include, but are not limited to parking enforcement, municipal code enforcement, property, evidence, crime prevention, youth intervention, crime analysis, social media/public outreach, homeless outreach, homeless resource and program navigation, and social services; taking and preparing reports, conducting criminal investigations, processing crime scenes and evidence, and related tasks; and performs related or other work as required or assigned.

Requirements

Knowledge of operations and services of a comprehensive municipal law enforcement, public safety and/or social services agencies.
Knowledge of basic functions of the criminal justice system and court processes.
Knowledge of applicable federal, State, and local laws, rules and regulations pertaining to assigned areas of responsibility.
Knowledge of local municipal code enforcement rules and regulations.
Knowledge of State of California Vehicle Code and Health and Safety Codes.
Knowledge of public relations and public speaking techniques.
Knowledge of assigned department’s chain of command.
Knowledge of a variety of local, regional and national databases used in law enforcement agencies or by social services agencies.
Knowledge of police radio codes.
Knowledge of principles and practices governing the intake, documentation, preservation, and/or of property and evidence to ensure chain of custody is maintained.
Knowledge of processes with respect to the registration of sex offenders and arsonists.
Knowledge of government agency and community based organizational resources serving the needs of the homeless/unhoused population.
Knowledge of government agency and community based organizational resources serving the needs of those with mental illness.
Knowledge of methods and techniques of researching and evaluating data and information.
Knowledge of confidentiality laws.
Knowledge of City and assigned department safety rules, regulations, and protocols.
Knowledge of principles and practices of record keeping.
Knowledge of techniques for providing a high level of customer service by effectively dealing with the public, vendors, contractors, and City personnel.
Knowledge of neighborhood court, restorative practices, and criminal diversion programs.
Knowledge of the structure and content of the English language, including the meaning and spelling of words, rules of composition, and grammar.
Knowledge of modern equipment and communication tools used for business functions and program, project, and task coordination, including computers and software programs relevant to work performed.
Ability to perform technical duties in support of assigned programs within the assigned department.
Ability to interpret and apply operational procedures to resolve field situations.
Ability to explain assigned department or program operations and services to the general public.
Ability to ensure that all work performed is compliant with established or mandated processes.
Ability to coordinate services, or collaborate, with other local government or State agencies.
Ability to work with members of the business community, civic organizations and the general public to provide a safe and healthy environment for the public.
Ability to collect, interpret, and apply data.
Ability to learn radio codes and procedures.
Ability to prepare clear, effective, and accurate reports, correspondence, and other written materials.
Ability to maintain accurate logs, records, and written records of work performed.
Ability to independently organize work, set priorities, meet critical deadlines, and follow-up on assignments.
Ability to maintain detailed incident reports including notes and photographs, and prepare related correspondence.
Ability to work effectively under stress and in emergency situations.
Ability to respond to complaints or inquiries from the public and outside organizations.
Ability to learn and apply City and assigned department policies and procedures.
Ability to maintain an appropriate professional appearance and demeanor by following all uniform and dress code regulations.
Ability to use tact, initiative, prudence, and independent judgment within general policy, procedural, and legal guidelines.
Ability to effectively use computer systems, software applications relevant to work performed, and modern business equipment to perform a variety of work tasks.
Ability to communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing, using appropriate English grammar and syntax.
Ability to establish, maintain, and foster positive and effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work.
Ability to understand, communicate, and implement the assigned department’s philosophy.
Ability to wear protective equipment for an extended period of time; pass respirator medical and fit-testing; use a respirator.
Ability to meet and maintain all OSHA, legislatively required, and department required training mandates.
Ability to pass a background investigation prior to employment and remain eligible to access confidential governmental records systems.
Equivalent to completion of the twelfth (12th) grade.
One (1) year experience supporting a law enforcement program and/or social services program which involves contact with the public is highly desirable.
Possession of a valid California Driver’s License, to be maintained throughout employment.
Possession of, or successful acquisition within 12 months from date of appointment, valid California Law Enforcement Telecommunications System (CLETS) Certification, to be maintained throughout employment.

Responsibilities

Performs a diverse range of non-sworn duties in support of public safety, social services, and/or law enforcement operations; areas of responsibility include, but are not limited to parking enforcement, municipal code enforcement, property, evidence, crime prevention, youth intervention, crime analysis, social media/public outreach, homeless outreach, navigation and social services, taking and preparing reports, conducting criminal investigations, processing crime scenes and evidence, and related tasks.
Prepares evidence for use in court cases; delivers and retrieves evidence to and from the District Attorney's Office, Superior Court, Department of Justice, and other locations, maintaining the chain of custody; may provide court testimony.
Conducts intake, documentation and proper cataloging of a diverse range of property and evidence based on mandated requirements and in compliance with chain of custody obligations; enters and retrieves information from databases; maintains evidence and property room, including completion of inventory and audits; coordinates with other employees to transport, deliver, or dispose of evidence and/or property; disposes of and releases property in accordance with applicable laws and assigned departmental procedures
Responds to and investigates code enforcement complaints; enforces local ordinances and State codes; prepares and mails violation notifications; performs vehicle abatement activities including identification of potentially abandoned vehicles, photographing vehicles, and contacting tow services to move vehicles.
Conducts graffiti cleanup and nuisance abatement, including cleaning occupied and unoccupied encampments; coordinates resources for camp cleanup activities.
Works with homeless individuals to determine what resources are needed and any barriers to employment and housing
Performs casework services with individuals who may or may not have mental illness and/or addictive/dependence disorders, assessing problems and initiating long and short-term care plans
Performs casework services with families who are homeless/unhoused or at risk of homelessness or being unhoused, assessing problems and initiating long and short-term care plans.
Consults, refers cases, and works actively with government agencies and private partners/community groups; refers individuals and families to appropriate community resources.
Operates Live-Scan fingerprint services.
Coordinate, schedule, supervise volunteers and explorers; act as a liaison between the assigned department and the community or other City departments to coordinate volunteer efforts
Works with various social media and information sharing platforms.
Serves as liaison to the community on crime prevention activities, including the Neighborhood Watch Liaison Program and the Crime Free Multi-Housing Program.
Researches and maintains statistical data, reviews daily logs, extracts pertinent data, enters data into spreadsheets or other automated formats, such as crime analysis or computer mapping software and collects, collates, analyzes and disseminates statistical information, graphs and charts as well as prepares various reports as needed and presents to internal and external groups or forums.
Maintains statistical and crime data using modern records management systems; imports and extracts pertinent data and records; enters data into spreadsheets or other automated formats, such as crime analysis or computer mapping software.
Registers sex and arson offenders; completes necessary paperwork; takes photographs and uploads information and photos into law enforcement databases.
Serves as liaison to various committees and presents information at public forums such as crime prevention fairs, school safety presentations, homelessness, neighborhood watch, or other community activities; conducts station tours; coordinates and conducts crime prevention efforts/demonstrations.
Serves as a spokesperson at a variety of community events, meetings, and other public relations activities; cultivates good community relations by appearing before civic, fraternal, and other community groups; releases information to the public in accordance with policy.
Performs a variety of complex, specialized, legal, and responsible duties in support of programs dealing with juvenile offenders; coordinates youth activities and speaker programs; gives presentations on youth programs to local and regional groups.
Coordinates, maintains and tracks youths assigned to the Juvenile Restorative Justice Program, conducts diversion and/or restorative sessions, oversees work groups, and makes recommendations concerning program changes.
Develops and implements short-term and on-going projects to promote constructive youth involvement with the community; assists with youth related activities; confers with the public, other law enforcement agencies, social services providers, and school district officials on problems and concerns regarding youth.
Reviews evidence obtained via body worn and in-car cameras; reviews and copies digital evidence pursuant to discovery and other requests.
Maintains appropriate records, prepares necessary reports, and serves as an information source.
Researches and responds to complaints and requests for information; may attend committee meetings providing technical information; maintains systems to ensure accountability and controls.
Performs other duties as assigned.
Patrols assigned streets and parking areas in an enforcement vehicle; enforces parking regulations using modern parking enforcement technology.
Marks parked cars to determine violations within time limited parking spaces and permitted areas; issues citations for vehicles parked over allowed time limits; contacts tow service for vehicles in violation of regulations.
Inspects and reports fading or missing signage or markings.
Reports emergency conditions and incidents which require action to ensure public safety and prevent City liability.
May serve in a variety of specialized and/or collateral assignments subject to assigned department’s need.