Community Services Officer I (Part-Time)

Part-Time Community Services Officer The City of Bellflower is recruiting three (3) energetic, community-minded individuals for the Part-Time Community Services Officer position. If you are looking to thrive in a dynamic environment and make a meaningful impact, we encourage you to apply. The part-time roles offer up to 29 hours per week. This position is open until filled; however, candidates are encouraged to apply immediately. The first review of applications will be completed on May 14, 2026, at 5:00 p.m. Under general supervision, performs a variety of routine to complex activities in a non-sworn police capacity within the City's Public Safety Department; provides comprehensive staff support in implementing and managing a wide variety of law enforcement programs, projects, and services including patrol, traffic, community policing, office and records management administration, and special assignments; performs related work as required. Receives general supervision from assigned supervisory or management personnel. Exercises no supervision of staff. Community Services Officer II exercise technical and functional direction over and provide training to part-time Community Services Officers. This is a non-sworn, first experienced-level class in the community services officer series. Initially under close supervision, incumbents with basic community services officer experience and the ability to perform various administrative, patrol, and investigative duties in support of designated program activities, and are responsible for providing administrative-level support to the assigned staff in a variety of areas. Successful performance of the work requires the frequent use of tact, discretion, and independent judgment, knowledge of departmental and City activities, and extensive staff, public, and organizational contact. As experience is gained, assignments become more varied and are performed with greater independence. Positions at this level usually perform most of the duties required of the positions at the level II, but are not expected to function at the same skill level and usually exercise less independent discretion and judgment in matters related to work procedures and methods. Work is usually supervised while in progress and fits an established structure or pattern. Exceptions or changes in procedures are explained in detail as they arise. Knowledge of: Basic functions, principles, and practices of law enforcement agencies, including crime scene investigations and evidence retention practices and regulations. Police terminology and law enforcement codes. Applicable federal, state, and local codes, regulations, and departmental policies, technical processes, and procedures. Basic arithmetic and statistical techniques. Business letter writing and the standard format for reports and correspondence. Modern office practices, methods, and computer equipment and applications related to the work, including graphics, spreadsheets, and database applications. Record keeping principles and procedures. English usage, grammar, spelling, vocabulary, and punctuation. Techniques for providing a high level of customer service by effectively dealing with the public, vendors, contractors, and City staff. Ability to: Understand the functions, principles, and practices of municipal police services. Obtain necessary information from individuals in stressful or emergency situations. Interpret, apply, explain, and ensure compliance with applicable federal, state, and local laws, codes, regulations, and departmental policies and procedures. Analyze situations and identify pertinent problems/issues; collect relevant information; evaluate realistic options; and recommend/implement appropriate course of action. Prepare clear and effective reports, correspondence, and other written material. Organize, research, and maintain technical and administrative files. Organize own work, set priorities, and meet critical time deadlines. Operate modern office equipment including computer equipment and specialized software applications programs. Use English effectively to communicate in person, over the telephone, and in writing. Use tact, initiative, prudence, and independent judgment within general policy and legal guidelines in politically sensitive situations. Establish, maintain, and foster positive and effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work. Education: Equivalent to the completion of the twelfth (12th) grade supplemented by specialized training in public safety support services or a related field. Experience: One (1) year of experience in a clerical or technical position related to law enforcement or criminal justice. Licenses and Certifications: Possession of an appropriate, valid driver's license and insurability at regular rates for the City's automobile insurance. Possession of, or ability to obtain, a PC832 Certificate, within one (1) year of hire. Physical Demands Must possess mobility to work in the field and in a standard office setting and use standard office equipment, including a computer; to operate a motor vehicle, drive on surface streets, and make crime scene investigations; strength, stamina, and mobility to perform light physical work; vision to read printed materials, a computer screen, and examine evidence; and hearing and speech to communicate in person and over the telephone or radio. The job involves fieldwork requiring frequent walking uneven terrain and landscapes when performing investigations. Finger dexterity is needed to access, enter, and retrieve data using a computer keyboard or calculator and to operate crime scene investigation related tools and equipment. Positions in this classification bend, stoop, kneel, reach, and climb to perform work and investigate crime scenes. Employees must possess the ability to lift, carry, push, and pull materials and objects up to 50 pounds. Environmental Elements Employees work in the office and in the field and are occasionally exposed to loud noise levels, cold and hot temperatures, inclement weather conditions, road hazards, mechanical and/or electrical hazards, and hazardous physical substances and fumes. Employees may interact with upset staff and/or public and private representatives in interpreting and enforcing departmental policies and procedures. The principal duties of this class are performed in a police environment with exposure to criminal offenders, mentally ill individuals, and persons potentially infected with communicable diseases.