Harbor Patrol Officer

DESCRIPTION

ABOUT US

At the City of Santa Barbara, the best part of our organization is our people. As a City of Santa Barbara employee, you will work in an environment with other motivated individuals who are passionate about their work. We strive to provide employees with the support they need to thrive. Discover more about us, our values and our organizational culture here.

The mission of the Waterfront Department is to act as responsible stewards of an exceptional public resource while ensuring the Waterfront thrives as a place for, recreation, business, and tourism. Read more about the Waterfront Department here.

BENEFITS

THE POSITION

Works with senior Harbor Patrol Officers to effectively provide law enforcement and patrol services at the waterfront area by boat, vehicle and foot to ensure safety of the public, personnel and property. Monitors radios and responds to emergency situations, including but not limited to fire, medical, law enforcement, lifesaving and disabled vessel rescue calls in the Harbor area. Conducts routine inspections of vessels, moorings and dock lines; removes navigational hazards and illegally docked boats. Safely operates and navigates patrol boats in harbor and coastal waterways and locates and assists disabled boats and passengers. Tactfully communicates information, including harbor policies, rules and regulations to the public. Uses good judgment. Prepares watch logs and incident reports to document shift activities, and completes other special reports as assigned. Operates multi-channel radios, cash drawer, computer, and miscellaneous office equipment. Calculates, receives and records payments for harbor services. Provides exemplary customer service to all individuals by demonstrating a willingness to be attentive, understanding, responsive, fair, courteous and respectful, and to actively participate in maintaining a positive customer service environment. Performs related duties and responsibilities as required.

EMPLOYMENT STANDARDS

Knowledge of: Basic oral and written communication skills for use required for report writing, verbal explanations of the law and court testimony.

Ability to: Tactfully communicate and enforce rules and regulations; make decisions in emergency situations; work without supervisors present; evaluate marine conditions, read weather instruments and basic navigational instruments such as compass, charts, chart plotter, fathometer, GPS, RDF, and radar; operate fireboats and related pumps; tow disabled vessels; communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing, including documenting shift activities in written reports; understand and follow oral and written instructions; swim in the ocean to rescue the public;

REQUIREMENTS

Age: Applicants must be at least 21 years of age at time of appointment.

Physical: Weight proportionate to height, normal hearing and color vision; excellent health. Must also meet physical and psychological standards required to perform Harbor Patrol Officer duties.

Education: High school graduation or equivalent.

Other Requirements: No history of personal or criminal conduct which may affect suitability for employment as a Peace Officer.

License/Certificate:

• Applicant must possess a valid California driver's license at the time of appointment.

• Possession of an appropriate, valid CPR, Life Guard, and California Emergency Medical Technician Certificate.

• Completion of 832 PC Arrest Course.

• Possession of an appropriate, valid Merchant Marine Officer's License (Master or OUPV) from the United States Coast Guard.

• Possession of, or ability to obtain, an appropriate, valid certificate for the completion of the entire series of Department of Boating and Waterways sponsored classes including Basic Maritime Officer's Course, Boating Under the Influence, Marine Firefighting, Rescue Boat Operations and Boating Accident Investigation.

SELECTION PROCESS

It is important that your application and supplemental questionnaire show all the relevant education, training, and experience you possess which qualifies you for this position. All applications and supplemental questionnaires will be reviewed, and the most qualified candidates will be invited to continue in the selection process. Be sure to be thorough in your responses. Statements such as "See application", "Extensive Experience", or "See Resume" are not an acceptable substitute for a completed application and supplemental questionnaire.

The selection process may consist of the following steps (order of steps may vary):

• Written Exam

• Personal History Statement Review

• Physical Agility Exam (Pass/Fail)

• Swim Test (Pass/Fail)

• Oral Exam

• Selection Interview

• Background Investigation

• Polygraph

• Medical Examination and Controlled Substances Screening

• Psychological Evaluation

Candidates must successfully pass each phase of the selection process in order to be scheduled for subsequent phases.

Please Note: You will receive an email notification prior to the testing date to confirm your attendance.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

There is currently one (1) vacancy within the Waterfront Department.

Communication regarding your application and/or status will be sent to the email address listed on your application. Please check your email and spam regularly throughout the recruitment process. You may also log into your governmentjobs.com account to view these emails.

THIS RECRUITMENT IS OPEN ON A CONTINUOUS BASIS.

The City of Santa Barbara is anEqual Opportunity Employer- and we encourage all persons to apply.