Security Services Supervisor

Under general supervision, as a working supervisor performs a variety of security functions for the City of Compton; patrols City facilities and parks to ensure safety of citizens and City staff; performs parking enforcement duties; observes and corrects safety hazards. Issues citations, appears in court; and performs other related duties.

General supervision is provided by the City Manager or his/her designee. The Security Services Supervisor exercises supervisory responsibility for Parking Control Officers and Security Officers.

The following essential functions are those that are critical, integral, necessary, crucial, primary and fundamental to the job. Incumbents who possess the requisite skill, experience, education, and other job-related requirements of a position are expected to perform the essential functions of the job with or without a reasonable accommodation.
The following duties
ARE NOT
intended to serve as a comprehensive list of all duties performed by all employees in this classification, only a representative summary of the primary duties and responsibilities. Incumbent(s) may not be required to perform all duties listed and may be required to perform additional, position-specific duties.

• Supervises daily security and parking enforcement operations; schedules, assigns and reviews work, reviews and corrects citations for court proceedings, approves employee leave requests; investigates personnel complaints and recommends appropriate course of action.
• Patrols and provides security for assigned areas, looking for unusual or suspicious activities or persons; responds to emergency and non-emergency calls for service; interrogates and communicates with victims, witnesses and suspects in cases; provides scene security and protection for Fire and Medical personnel; respond to citizens' requests for assistance, detects crime, apprehends violators, and assures public safety.
• Preserves the peace of the community through mediation, investigation, intervention, documentation, and arrest; utilizes all lawful means to improve the quality of life by reducing the fear and incidence of crime, recognizing and resolving problems, and meeting the public safety needs of the citizens of Compton.
• Patrols the City to enforce parking regulations; investigates contested parking citations; enforces local, state and Federal laws, and enforces compliance with local regulations and ordinances, according to policies, procedures and regulations.
• Arrests law violators; transports and processes suspects, victims and prisoners.
• Completes detailed reports and required paperwork; serves warrants and court documents; reviews subordinates' reports.
• Maintains the upkeep of vehicle and equipment according to Department standards.
• Represents the City at court hearings; prepares reports and testifies in court cases.
• Assists and coordinates with other emergency services personnel, outside organizations and businesses, and Federal, state and local law enforcement organizations.
• Maintains the integrity, professionalism, values and goals of the Department by assuring that all rules and regulations are followed, and that accountability and public trust are preserved.
• Performs other duties as assigned or required.

Education And Experience
Possession of an Associate's Degree or equivalent; AND two (2) years of security or law enforcement experience, AND one (1) year of supervisory experience; OR an equivalent combination of education and experience.
Education in Management or Criminal Justice is highly desirable.
Required Licenses Or Certifications

• Must possess a valid California Class C Driver's License.
• Possession of a valid PC 832 Arrest and Firearms Certificate issued by the California Commission on Peace Officer Standards and Training at the time of appointment.

Required Knowledge Of

• Municipal Law Enforcement Services Department General Orders, policies and procedures.
• City, county, state and Federal laws, regulations, codes and ordinances.
• Law and parking enforcement methods, practices, and procedures.
• Supervisory practices and procedures.
• Basic criminal law on the rules of evidence, probable cause, use of force, and search and seizure.
• Investigative and interrogative procedures, and protocols for observation of critical details.
• Local community issues and regional community resources available to citizens.
• Geography, roads, and landmarks of City and surrounding areas.

Required Skill In

• Exercising controlled discretion in situations requiring diplomacy, fairness, and sound judgment.
• Recognizing suspicious behavior patterns, mediating difficult situations, and using effective arrest and control techniques.
• Interacting with people of different social, economic, and ethnic backgrounds.
• Remaining alert at all times and reacting quickly and calmly in emergency situations.
• Operating motor vehicles and special equipment during emergency situations.
• Interpreting laws and regulations, making decisions, maintaining composure, and working effectively under stressful conditions and emergency situations.
• Evaluating facts and evidence, drawing logical conclusions and making proper recommendations.
• Working as a team member with other law enforcement and multi-jurisdictional agencies.
• Care, maintenance and safe operation of a variety of law enforcement tools and equipment.
• Effective verbal and written communication.
• Establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with staff, City departments, elected officials, outside agencies, community groups, local businesses, and the general public.

Physical Demands / Work Environment

• Work is performed indoors and outdoors with exposure to inclement weather; may be exposed to physical attacks, hazardous chemicals, drugs, infectious and communicable diseases; required to physically restrain persons.
• Must be able to work in uniform during weekdays, weekends, and holidays on any assigned shift.
• Work is performed in a primarily outdoor setting and will require some work in high temperatures (above 80 degrees) and low temperatures degrees).
• Work requires lifting, carrying, climbing and requires the ability to pursue and apprehend suspects. Work will require gross body coordination and mobility.
• Work involves exposure to wet surfaces, occasional loud noise and dust.

Internal applicants must use their personal email to apply, as City of Compton work emails will not be accepted for job applications. While we cannot prevent applicants from using their work email, the City is not responsible for missed communications due to system outages, firewall restrictions, employee leave, or any other technical or accessibility issues affecting City email accounts.
***All applicants must meet the minimum qualifications for the position and submit all required documents -such as licenses, certifications, and proof of education- outlined in the job posting. Incomplete applications, including those missing any required documentation, will not be considered.

Please note: Only the first 50 applications received that best meet the qualifications and needs of the department will be invited to continue in the hiring process.
*EXAMINATION
The purpose of this examination is to establish an eligible list from which vacant position(s) may be filled.

Phase one (1) is a written examination (weighted 50%) which will measure all or portions of the above knowledge, and skills. Phase two (2) is an oral examination (weighted 50%) that will be administered by an appraisal panel to evaluate professional qualifications, background and suitability. The oral examination may include graded simulation exercises, writing exercises, and oral presentations. A passing score for each phase is 70%. Each candidate will be notified via mail or e-mail.

The City of Compton reserves the right to utilize alternative testing methods, if deemed necessary. Failure in one phase of the examination shall be grounds for declaring the applicant as failing in the entire examination, and as disqualified for subsequent parts of an examination.

GENERAL INFORMATION TO EXAMINATION APPLICANTS
The City of Compton does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, religion, age, or disability in employment or provisions of services.

Applicants with disabilities who require special testing arrangements must give advanced notice to the Human Resources Department priorto the final filing date.

ELIGIBLE LISTS
Recruitment may be conducted on a (a) promotional basis, (b) open-competitive basis, or (c) promotional and open-competitive basis simultaneously. All candidates who attain an overall score of at least open-competitive) and at least promotional) will be placed in rank order on the relevant eligible list(s).

Please Note
All permanent City employees that attain an overall score of at least 75.00 will be placed on both the promotional eligible list and the open-competitive eligible list. All City employees that attain a score of 70.00 on EACH PHASE of the examination but an overall score of less than 75.00 will be placed on the open-competitive eligible list only.

Each eligible list shall remain in effect one (1) year from the date of its establishment unless it is extended, abolished or exhausted. Whenever possible, three (3) names are certified to fill any one (1) vacant position. No candidate may be certified more than three (3) times for any one classified position. When certifying eligible lists to appointing powers, the promotional eligible list takes precedence over the open-competitive eligible list. A department manager's recommendation for employment is subject to the City Manager's approval.

EXAMINATION APPEAL PROCEDURE
A candidate may, within five (5) days after taking the written examination, file in writing with the City Manager an appeal against any part of the test, citing the item or items against which the appeal is directed, and the reason(s) for such appeal. The Personnel Board will consider appeals from the decisions and ratings of qualifications appraisals (interview) boards if such appeals meet the conditions described in the Personnel Rules and Regulations (Section 6.8).

EXAMINATION RECORDS
All examination papers, including the employment application, resume, and other attachments submitted by candidates are the property of the Personnel Board and are confidential records which may be open to inspection only for purposes and under conditions established by the Personnel Board.

VETERAN'S PREFERENCE
In all entrance examinations (open-competitive only) for positions in the Classified Service, veterans who served in the armed forces of the United States during time(s) of war, and who attain an overall passing score in the examination are allowed additional preferential credit in accordance with the Personnel Rules and Regulations. In order to claim veterans' credit, the applicant must submit proof of service and honorable discharge (showing specific dates of service) on a U.S. Military form (DD-214) at the time of application or not later than the final filing date for the examination.

Fringe Benefits
The City's comprehensive fringe benefits program includes: retirement (Public Employees' Retirement System), medical, dental, life and vision insurances, deferred compensation, sick and vacation leaves, after-hours education reimbursement, ride share program, uniform allowance and other provisions.