Police Services Aide City of La Palma, CA La Palma, CA Job Details Part-time $17 an hour 3 hours ago Benefits Wellness program Employee assistance program Qualifications Report preparation Word processing In-person customer service Employee relationship building English High school diploma or GED Driver's License Desktop applications Productivity software Full Job Description This recruitment is open on a continuous basis and may close at any time, with or without notice. First application review will be on Thursday, September 10, 2026. Performs a variety of general office, field and clerical support duties in the Police Department; performs related duties as required. This is a single incumbent classification which provides support for Police Department personnel in property control, counter and telephone assistance. It is distinguished from office support positions in other departments by the specialized nature of the work in the Police Department. Scope of Work and Examples of Duties Management reserves the right to add, modify, change, or rescind the work assignments of different positions and to make reasonable accommodations so that qualified employees can perform the essential functions of the job. Essential duties include, but are not limited to, the following: Performs general office duties in support of the Police Department. Represents the Department to callers and visitors in a professional and effective manner; assists the public in filling out forms; answers calls and directs callers to appropriate information source. Compiles, prepares, types and proofreads a variety of documents; assists public by supplying information on department policies and procedures, or directs to information source; establishes and maintains records and control of department property and evidence. Transports vehicles for service; conducts a variety of miscellaneous duties such as delivery or pick up of documents and property throughout Orange County. Perform other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Knowledge of:

correct English usage, spelling and grammar; modern office methods and equipment including desktop computers and associated software; Police Department procedures.

Ability to:

understand and interpret rules and regulations; analyze information and compile clear and concise reports; deal courteously with the public and provide a high level of customer service; efficiently use computer and word processing tools; establish and maintain effective working relationships with employees, management and others contacted in the course of the work. Education and/or Experience Any combination of training and experience which would provide the required knowledge, skills and abilities is qualifying. A typical way to obtain the required qualifications would be: Graduation from high school, a valid California driver's license and a satisfactory driving record, plus two years work experience, preferable in a police department. Physical Demands & Work Environment The physical demands and work environment described herein are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Physical Demands While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to sit and talk or hear. The employee is frequently required to walk, use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls; and reach with hands and arms. The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision and the ability to adjust focus. Environmental Elements The noise level in the work environment is usually quiet.

Note:

All employees of the City of La Palma are designated by State law to be "Disaster Service Workers." In the event of a declared emergency or an undeclared emergency or natural disaster that threatens the life, health, and/or safety of the public, employees may be assigned to assist rescue and relief workers. Such assignments may be in locations, during hours, and performing work significantly different from the employees' normal work assignments and may continue through the recovery phase of the emergency. The City offers a highly competitive compensation package which is dependent upon qualifications. The City's attractive benefits package includes the following: Retirement - Part-time employees must contribute 3.75% of base pay to the Public Agency Retirement System (PARS). The City contributes 3.75%. Contribution rates are subject to change. The City does not participate in the Social Security system. The City does not participate in Social Security except for the mandatory Medicare Program. Sick Leave - 24 hours per year after 30 days of employment. Wellness Program - All employees and their dependents are enrolled in confidential Employee Assistance Program offered by Anthem Blue Cross.