Public Safety Student Aide

The Position

ABOUT US:

The East Bay Regional Park District (EBRPD) is a full-service governmental agency stewarding a metropolitan system of public open space parklands and trails in Alameda and Contra Costa counties east of the San Francisco Bay. EBRPD spans across 125,000 acres in 73 regional parks, including over 1,250 miles of trails that are enjoyed by over 25 million visitors and the community per year. The Park District acquires, manages, and preserves natural and cultural resources for everyone to enjoy now and forever to experience nature nearby.

OUR MISSION:

EBRPD preserves a rich heritage of natural and cultural resources and provides open space, parks, trails, safe and healthful recreation and environmental education. An environmental ethicguides the District in all of its activities.

OUR VALUES:

• Respect

• We honor the land we steward, each other, and the park visitors we serve.

• Resilience

• We creatively adapt to change. We address challenges with empathy, perspective, and determination.

• Relationships

• Our greatest strength lies in the trust, accountability, and teamwork we cultivate with our colleagues, partners, and the public we serve.

• Responsiveness

• We communicate openly, honestly, and reliably.

• Transparency

• We hold the public's trust through meaningful stakeholder engagement and access to timely and reliable information on decisions and performance.

WHY WORK FOR EBRPD?

• Working with a purpose for a better world today and for future generations through the preservation of open space, public access to the outdoors, and a commitment to the conservation of the natural world found east of the San Francisco Bay across 33 cities in Alameda and Contra Costa counties.

• A community of colleagues who are passionate about public service and the East Bay Regional Park District, the communities it serves, and its mission.

• Free on-site parking.

THE OPPORTUNITY:

The Park District is currently recruiting to fill seven (7) Public Safety Student Aide vacancies. These vacancies are headquartered at the Park District's Public Safety HQ located in Castro Valley, CA. The hiring pools established from this recruitment will be used to fill the current vacancies and additional vacancies that may occur during the one-year life of the hiring pools. Assignments are part-time and limited to 999 hours per fiscal year (July 1 through June 30).

WHAT YOU'LL BE DOING:

Public Safety Student Aides perform a variety of primarily entry-level and clerical tasks while assigned in one of the following areas of the Public Safety Department: Administrative Division, Communications/Records, Detective Unit, Fire Department, Personnel and Training Unit, Property and Evidence Unit, Patrol Operations, Special Enforcement Unit, or the Volunteer Trail Safety Program. Aides are generally assigned to an individual department or unit and rotate positions annually or based on departmental needs.

IDEAL CANDIDATE:

• Enthusiastic aboutstarting a career inpublic safety and law enforcement;

• Civic-minded and enjoyinteracting with the public on a daily basis;

• Able to work independently as well as in a team setting;

• Self-starters with a strong work ethic and moral character;

• These positions often include public contact and therefore bilingual speakers are encouraged to apply.

Essential Functions

• Answers phones and provides information; issues supplies and equipment

• Files a variety of documents and assists with data entry

• Assists with police or fire training exercises

• Provides civilian assistance to police and fire personnel

• Sets up training reservations and prepares travel documents

• Catalogues, processes, and picks up evidence

• Serves as an escort within Public Safety locations to individuals without clearance

• Transports equipment to and from deployment points

• Secures Park entrances after closing

• When assigned to the patrol division directs traffic, assigns parking, or performs other non-enforcement activities for Park District holidays or special events

• Performs related duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

Education: Completion of high school or equivalent GED or CHSPE certificate. Must be enrolled in a minimum of nine college-level units and have a 2.00 cumulative grade point average or higher to apply for and to retain position.

Experience: None.

License or Certificate:Possession of a valid California Driver's License is a condition of initial and continued employment in this classification.

Additional Information

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:

Knowledge of:office procedures, methods, and equipment including computers and applicable software applications such as word processing, spreadsheets, and databases.

Ability to:perform basic clerical skills such as typing, filing, and completing simple mathematical computations; learn law enforcement practices and procedures; effectively follow oral and written instructions and adhere to Departmental policies; work independently; operate office equipment including computers and supporting word processing, spreadsheet, and database applications; communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing; establish and maintain positive and cooperative working relationships with those contacted in the course of work at all levels, including a culturally diverse general public, with a focus on quality service to internal staff and external customers.

CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT:

• All East Bay Park Regional District employees are required to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 as a condition of employment.

• Pre-employment Background Check: Due to its placement in the Public Safety Division, the candidate(s) selected for this position will undergo a Level 3 background investigation which consists of an employment history verification, employee reference check, education or certificate verification, Department of Justice fingerprinting, and criminal history review. Background investigators will contact references, friends, family, former and current employers and other contacts in order to verify information provided by the candidate in a Personal History Statement. In addition, investigators will perform a criminal records check, driving record check and credit check. Candidates will also undergo a medical examination, including a drug-screening test. Information revealed during the background investigation may be grounds for rejection during the selection process.

• Possession of a valid Class C California Driver's License is a condition of initial and continued employment.

• This position is designated as a Mandated Reporter under the Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Act (CANRA). Mandated reporters are individuals who are obligated by law to report suspected cases of child abuse and neglect. As such, you will be required to sign an acknowledgment of having received the District's policy and your responsibilities.

• Required to wear a Park District uniform and adhere to Department grooming standards. Aides will be issued an annual uniform allowance to assist in cleaning of issued uniforms. May be required to work unusual hours, weekends, and holidays.

• The Public Safety Student Aide position exists to provide exposure for students considering a career in public safety. Assignments are terminated when the student completes their educational program or at four years, whichever occurs first. An extension of up to one year may be granted by the Assistant General Manager of Public Safety.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:

Application materials for these positions consist of two (2) required parts:

• A current East Bay Regional Park District application submitted online,and

• Completed supplemental questions

Apply prior to the closing time of the job announcement and allow at least one (1) hour to submit your application if you are a new user to the system. If you have previously applied to a position on GovernmentJobs.com, please allow time to update your existing profile. Applications are accepted online only. Our online application system is provided by NeoGov. If you encounter problems while applying online, please contact NeoGov Help Desk toll-free at (855) 524-5627.

Notification: All applicants will be notified of the status of their application via email, generally within two to three weeks after the closing date. You may also sign into your GovernmentJobs.com account to view your current application status and notifications.

Selection Process: The application materials for all applicants meeting the minimum qualifications will be reviewed by a screening panel to select the best qualified for testing or oral examination/interview. The District reserves the right to set up a written test, performance test, and/or other assessment procedures before or after the interview process. Possession of minimum qualifications does not guarantee an interview or invitation to test. Pursuant to the Federal Immigration and Reform Act of 1986, all applicants who are hired will be required to provide proof of identity and appropriate work authorization documents prior to commencement of employment.

Special Testing Arrangements: If you require special arrangements due to a verified disability or medical condition, please contact the Human Resources Department at (510) 544-2154 at least five business days before the test.

Tentative Date of Onsite Examinations:

April/May 2023

Equal Opportunity Employer:

The East Bay Regional Park District is an Equal Opportunity Employer that values and respects a diverse workforce and community. It is committed to promoting an equitable and inclusive workspace that is welcoming to all. Applicants from all backgrounds and life experiences are encouraged to apply. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment.