DESCRIPTION**Please note this recruitment will be accepting a limited number of applications for the position. Once the maximum number of submissions of 100 has been met, the job posting will be closed and no further applications will be accepted. We encourage candidates to apply as soon as possible.
**If the maximum number of submissions has not been met, the job bulletin will remain open until the closing date of October 2, 2024 at 11:59PM PST.The Long Beach Police Department has an opening for a full-time, unclassified Clerk Typist III in the Community Services Bureau. The position will provide direct support to the Commander of the Collaborative Response Division
This position is an excellent opportunity for professional growth due to its broad range of responsibilities and operational exposure. We are looking for an individual who enjoys working in a team environment, is thoughtful, and has enthusiasm for helping people; a self-starter who sees the big picture, is organized, persistent, and scrupulous about the details. The successful candidate will enjoy learning, be comfortable with technology, and thrive in a stimulating, high productivity, and evolving workplace.
Selected candidates will be required to pass a thorough background investigation.
The Long Beach Police Department is the second largest municipal police agency in Los Angeles County and provides law enforcement services to the 7th largest city in the State of California. LBPD is dedicated to professional, proactive and innovative policing and is committed to building and maintaining positive relationships with the diverse community they serve.
EXAMPLES OF DUTIES- Prepare, assign, and distribute bureau and divisional project assignments.
- Initiate and process divisional purchase related duties.
- Handle divisional mail runs, timecards, and paystubs.
- Prepare and proofread correspondence and memorandums.
- Process uniform, equipment orders and office supplies for sworn and civilian personnel.
- Monitor and maintain the division commander’s calendar.
- Compile information and data for use in the preparation of various reports.
- Assignments as requested by the Division Commander and Lieutenant.
- Perform other duties as required.
REQUIREMENTS TO FILEMINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:- Valid California Driver's License.
- The ability to type accurately at a net speed of 40 words per minute and perform basic clerical and office support duties.
- The ability to work cooperatively with others and the public.
- The ability to file in alphabetical and numerical order and perform clerical detail, which includes making simple mathematical computations and correcting error in grammar, spelling, and punctuation.
- Proficiency in the use of computers and Microsoft Office programs, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, and TEAMS/SharePoint.
- Ability to work holidays, weekends, and overtime as needed.
DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS:- High School Diploma or equivalent.
- At least three (3) years of professional experience performing progressively responsible clerical functions in an office setting.
- Experience working for a law enforcement agency or public safety entity.
SUCCESSFUL CANDIDATE WILL DEMONSTRATE:- Excellent customer service and organizational skills.
- Excellent interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills.
- Ability to work with staff and management at all levels of the department and the City.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team, be flexible, and manage multiple assignments in a dynamic and fast-paced environment.
- Ability to prioritize and handle a variety of tasks and assignments, while ensuring timely completion.
- Ability to work effectively with a wide variety of people and populations by consistently exercising tact, good judgment, and a proactive, problem-solving focused style.
- Strong attention to detail.
- Demonstrate ability to maintain strict confidentiality.
- Demonstrate great attendance and professionalism.
- A willingness to learn new software programs and an interest in technology.
- Ability to deescalate and resolve conflict effectively.
SELECTION PROCEDUREThis recruitment will close at 11:59 PM Pacific Time on October 2, 2024, or until 100 applications have been received, whichever occurs first. To be considered, applicants must submit a cover letter and resume in PDF format. Applications will be reviewed for depth and breadth of experience, and for level and relatedness of education. The most qualified candidates will be invited to participate in further selection procedures.
Applicants who do not meet the minimum requirements, including submission of all required attachments, will not be considered.
The City of Long Beach is an
Equal Opportunity Employer. We value and encourage diversity in our workforce. The City of Long Beach is committed to creating a workplace where every employee is valued for who they are. Having our workforce reflect the diversity of our community at various levels of the organization is a continuous goal embraced by our departments, management staff, and policymakers. To support efforts of fairness and diversity, City Leadership is committed to incorporating equity and inclusion into our work by supporting staff and community partners. We are committed to promoting transparency by publishing updated demographic information for employees, including workforce diversity data and pay by race and gender.
The City of Long Beach will consider qualified applicants with a criminal history pursuant to the
California Fair Chance Act. You are not required to disclose your criminal history or participate in a background check until you receive a conditional job offer. If the City of Long Beach has concerns about a conviction that is directly related to the job after making a conditional job offer and conducting a background check, you will have the opportunity to explain the circumstances surrounding the conviction, provide evidence to mitigate concerns, or challenge the accuracy of the background report. Find out more about the Fair Chance Act by visiting https://calcivilrights.ca.gov/fair-chance-act .
The City of Long Beach is committed to maintaining fairness and transparency in our hiring practices. We believe in providing equal opportunities to all applicants and ensuring that every applicant is evaluated based on their qualifications and merit. If you believe that you have been unjustly disqualified based on minimum qualifications for an unclassified job opportunity, you have the right to appeal the decision. Find out more about the Unclassified
Applicant Appeal Process by visiting Applicant Appeal Process (longbeach.gov) .
The City of Long Beach intends to provide reasonable accommodations in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990. If special accommodation is desired, or if you would like to request this information in an alternative format, please call (562) 570-6314.
In support of the City’s Language Access Policy, bilingual skills (Spanish, Khmer and/or Tagalog) are desirable for positions interacting with the public.
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Employee BenefitsThe City of Long Beach offers its employees opportunities to grow personally and professionally.As a permanent employee, you are eligible to receive fringe benefits that include:
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Medical and Dental Insurance•
Life Insurance•
Retirement Plan (P.E.R.S.)•
Paid Vacation, Personal Holidays and Sick Leave•
Deferred Compensation•
Credit Union Membership•
Free Bus Transportation (Long Beach Transit)•
Flexible Spending Accounts•
Free Employee Parking•
Paid Parental Leave* *Paid Parental Leave - after six (6) months of City employment; up to 30 calendar days (160 hours/192 hours for sworn platoon) of PPL, taken in full-day increments, in connection with the birth, adoption, or foster placement of a child, up to the age of seventeen (17).
Closing Date/Time: 10/2/2024 11:59 PM Pacific
