POLICE SERVICES OFFICER

Job description

Torrance Police Services Officer

The City of Torrance is seeking dedicated Police Services Officers to join the Torrance Police Department!

The Torrance Police Department is currently accepting applications from all qualified candidates to support both current and future staffing needs. For this recruitment, there is an increased need to fill assignments that involve the supervision of female inmates. As a result, female applicants are strongly encouraged to apply.

The Torrance Police Department mission is to preserve public safety and quality of life within the City of Torrance, to respond effectively to the changing needs of the community, and to promote mutual respect between the Police Department and the people we serve.

The Torrance Police Department has been proudly serving the community of Torrance for over 80 years. Known for its low crime rates, the City of Torrance consistently ranks among the safest cities in the nation! Joining the Torrance Police Department will give you the opportunity to be part of a progressive, professional law enforcement agency that spans an area of 22 square miles and serves more than 147,000 residents. The Torrance Police Department strives to remain at the forefront of policing by providing our officers with the latest in public safety equipment and technology, and by providing our officers with the best law enforcement training available.

The Police Services Officer is a non-sworn public safety position that provides essential operational and administrative support to the Police Department. Incumbents perform a wide range of duties including prisoner booking and care, property and evidence management, parking enforcement, court liaison services, subpoena processing, community outreach, vehicle fleet coordination, and public assistance. The position serves as a key point of contact for the public by receiving complaints, answering inquiries, preparing reports, and assisting crime victims and community members. Police Services Officers work in a dynamic law enforcement environment where they must exercise sound judgment, maintain accurate records, ensure compliance with established procedures, and effectively interact with diverse populations. This role requires strong customer service, communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills, as well as the ability to perform multiple responsibilities while supporting the safety, security, and operational effectiveness of the Police Department.

Hours: Police Services Officers must be available to work four, 10-hour shifts per week on a rotating basis, including weekends and holidays. Shift hours are 6 a.m. to 4 p.m. (Day Shift), 2 p.m. to 12 a.m. (Midnight) (Swing Shift), and 10 p.m. to 8 a.m. (Graveyard Shift). Shift Differentials: In addition to base pay, Police Services Officers will receive 5% for swing shift and 7.5% for graveyard shift.

The City of Torrance offers a range of benefit programs for employees and their eligible dependents. Benefits may include health, dental, vision, and life insurance, as well as a variety of voluntary benefits. Programs and benefits amounts vary and are based on bargaining unit, family size, hire date, plan selection, and number of hours worked. To view the current benefits for Torrance Municipal Employees (AFSCME Local 1117) bargaining unit, visit: MOUs/Salary Resolutions - City of Torrance (torranceca.gov) For additional information about the City's benefits, visit: Employee Services - City of Torrance (torranceca.gov) Retirement Benefits – The City contracts with the California Public Employees Retirement System (CalPERS) to provide retirement benefits. Retirement formula is based on appointment date and membership status with CalPERS.

Worksite address

torrance, CA, 90504, US

Who can apply

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