Human Resources

Employment Opportunities 

Community Safety Officer (Part-Time)

Non-Civil Service/Open Entry Announcement

 

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General Information:

The City of Ames is currently accepting applications for a part-time Community Safety Officer in the Police Department.  This position will work a total of 18-20 hours/week. Possible shifts are listed below, but are flexible: 

 

Essential Functions:
Patrols assigned areas either on foot or in a vehicle and issues tickets for parking violations. Reports parking meter defects to superiors. Prepares and maintains relevant reports. Responds to calls that do not require a sworn Police Officer, such as assisting with traffic direction, and initiating case reports on minor incidents such as vandalism, theft, etc. Testifies in court regarding parking and other incidents witnessed.  Assists with transporting prisoners.

 

Employees must continually strive to bring shared values to life, through our Excellence Through People organizational culture. Values include continuous improvement, respect for others, customer focused, data-driven decisions, positive attitude, teaming environment, creativity, and employee involvement.  ETP assures that exceptional services are delivered to the public at the best price and employees experience an enjoyable and stimulating work environment.

 

Employment Qualifications:

High school diploma or GED and a valid driver’s license. Preference may be given to candidates with a developed interest in law enforcement. Candidates must be able to walk for extended periods of time in adverse weather conditions.

Salary:
$13.75/hour

Application Information:
Application and supplemental questionnaire may be obtained from Human Resources, 515 Clark Avenue, Ames, IA 50010, (515) 239-5199, or from the City’s home page at www.cityofames.org Completed application and supplemental questionnaire must be returned to the Human Resources Department by 5:00 p.m., Monday, May 12, 2008.

Selection Process:

A limited number of candidates will be chosen to participate in an oral board interview. Post-job offer physical and background check will be required.  NOTE: Persons with disabilities must submit requests for ADA testing accommodations, in writing, to the Human Resources Department prior to the application deadline.

 

An Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer

Women, minorities, and persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply.