Police Aide (Part-Time)

Police Aide (Part-Time) City of Signal Hill Signal Hill, CA Posted Date 5/07/2026 Description

PLEASE READ THE ENTIRE JOB BULLETIN, MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS, AND THE POLICE DEPARTMENT HIRING STANDARDS BEFORE SUBMITTING YOUR EMPLOYMENT APPLICATION.

FIRST

REVIEW OF APPLICATIONS WILL TAKE PLACE

(MAY 28, 2026) Interested candidates are encouraged to apply immediately. This recruitment may close at any time once sufficient qualified applications have been received.

Work Schedule:

Up to 20 hours per week, Monday through Friday during business hours. Incumbents may also be scheduled to work weekends and holidays and may be assigned to various bureaus within the Department. Join the City of Signal Hill Police Department. The City of Signal Hill is not only a small 2.2-square-mile city, but also a tight-knit and peaceful community that recognizes and appreciates the value of its Police Department. The Signal Hill Police Department has a state-of-the-art facility, technology, and equipment, and a great relationship with the community, making us

THE PLACE TO WORK

in Los Angeles County. The Police Aide position is intended to familiarize persons interested in a law enforcement career with police operations while functioning in a support role. Under general supervision, the Police Aide assists with routine, police work involving communications, clerical and other support duties, takes miscellaneous police reports, provides traffic control, assists officers at DUI checkpoints, enforces parking ordinances, assists detectives and the Records Bureau with providing the public with routine law enforcement information, and provides clerical support to staff as needed. The ideal candidate has a strong desire to work in a municipal law enforcement capacity. Essential functions, as defined under the Americans with Disabilities Act may include, but are not limited to the following characteristic duties, responsibilities, knowledge, skills and other characteristics. The following duties are normal for this position. These are not to be construed as exclusive or all-inclusive. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related, or a logical assignment to the class. Other duties may be required and assigned. Perform a wide variety of routine administrative duties to support unit operations, including sorting, filing, and preparing records and basic reports, receiving, sorting, and distributing mail, and ordering and maintaining office and other related supplies. Gather information and prepare miscellaneous police reports. Assist officers by providing traffic control as needed (i.e. traffic collision scenes) Assist officers at DUI checkpoints. Assist with maintaining Department vehicles by transporting them to the assigned car wash. Assists with duties related to property and evidence, including but not limited to processing, destruction and inventory. Assist with community and City events and use of police radio. Patrol the City to enforce parking ordinances; prepare and issue parking citations. Prepare and transport evidence to the Sheriff's Crime Lab for analysis. Assist the public seeking routine law enforcement information; both in person and by telephone. Conduct minor investigations, i.e., non-injury traffic accidents, minor theft and/or vandalism reports. Monitor CCTV and/or surveillance cameras and report any unusual activity to Dispatch. Enter traffic accident and arrest report information into computer databases. File reports and administrative documents. Release stored/impounded vehicles according to guidelines. Compile parking citation and vehicle mileage statistics. Wear a uniform while on duty. Other duties as assigned.

MARGINAL FUNCTIONS

Performs various related duties as required which may include delivering evidence to the crime lab, purging files to be microfilmed, filing records, preparing forms for mailing, inventorying and replenishing supplies, assisting the public with record searches and/or requests and registering bicycles. Any combination of education, training, and work experience to demonstrate possession of the knowledge, skills, and abilities to successfully perform in the position is qualifying. A typical way of obtaining the required qualifications is to possess:

EDUCATION

High school diploma or GED equivalent.

EXPERIENCE

Some college courses preferably in public service, police science, or related field is desirable

LICENSE/CERTIFICATION

Due to the performance of field duties which may require the operation of a vehicle, a valid Class C California Driver License, acceptable driving record, and evidence of insurance is required.

ADDITIONAL QUALIFICATIONS

No felony convictions. Must be a U.S. Citizen and at least 18 years of age at the time of appointment.

BACKGROUND

Must pass an extensive police background investigation including a polygraph and medical examination prior to appointment.

Knowledge of:

Police accident and crime reporting procedures. Department organization and record keeping procedures. Office practice principles and skills. City parking ordinances. City geography. Proficiency of computer systems such as word and excel.

Physical Requirements:

Ability to lift up to 25 pounds. Ability to coordinate eyes, hands, and limbs in performing semi-skilled movements such as keyboard use. Ability to exert moderate physical effort in sedentary to light work typically involving some combination of lifting and pushing. Ability to operate office equipment and machinery such as computer terminal, typewriter, multi-line telephone system, calculator/adding machine, and photocopier.

Mathematical Ability:

Ability to add, subtract, multiply and divide.

Judgment and Situational Reasoning Ability:

Ability to use functional reasoning and apply rational judgment to semi-routine work activities. Ability to exercise independent judgement, decisiveness and creativity involving a variety of pre-defined duties subject to frequent change. Ability to classify, compute and tabulate data and information following a prescribed plan requiring the exercise of some judgment. Ability to count, compare, differentiate, measure and sort information. Ability to assemble, copy, record and transcribe data and information.

Language Ability and Interpersonal Communication:

Ability to utilize a wide variety of descriptive data and information, such as accident/crime reports, general orders, and procedure and training manuals. Ability to effectively communicate with the public, department personnel and visitors utilizing a broad base of verbal skills. Ability to explain, demonstrate and clarify to others within well-established policies, procedures, and standards. Ability to follow instructions and respond to a variety of requests.

Environmental Adaptability:

Ability to work under safe and comfortable conditions with little risk of injury, but there may be exposure to verbal abuse and threats of intimidation.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

The provisions of this announcement do not constitute an expressed or implied contract and any provisions contained in this announcement may be modified or revoked without notice. Selection Procedure All statements made on the application are subject to investigation and verification. False statements will be cause for disqualification, removal from the Eligible List, or discharge from employment. All application materials become the property of the City of Signal Hill and are not returnable. All properly submitted application materials received will be reviewed and evaluated. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of a completed City application and supplemental questionnaire. All information supplied by applicants is subject to verification. Those candidates appearing to have the best qualifications for the position will be invited to participate in the examination process. Background Investigation A comprehensive background investigation will be conducted on all finalists, which will review and verify personal history including, but not limited to financial responsibility, criminal history, drug use history, driving record, and verification of application materials. Significant issues or omissions in the above-stated areas may be grounds for disqualification. Background investigation will include a polygraph and Livescan fingerprinting. Conviction History The selected candidate of a sensitive position will be subjected to a background check including Live Scan fingerprinting Department of Justice (DOJ) and/or the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI). The resulting report of your conviction history (if any) will be used to determine whether the nature of your conviction (or arrest, in limited circumstances) conflicts with the specific duties and responsibilities of the job for which you are a finalist. Having a conviction history does not automatically preclude you from a job with the City. Physical Examination Employment offers are conditional based, upon the successful completion of a medical examination which includes drug and alcohol screening. Physicals are performed by the City's designated physician at the City's expense. Candidates are cautioned not to quit their jobs or give notice to their current employers until they are determined to be medically qualified. Disaster Service Workers All City of Signal Hill employees are designated Disaster Service Workers through State and local law (California Government Code Section 3100-3109). Employment with the City requires the affirmation of a loyalty oath to this effect. Employees are required to complete all Disaster Service Worker-related training as assigned, and to return to work as ordered in the event of an emergency. Equal Opportunity Employer The City of Signal Hill is an Equal Opportunity Employer. In compliance with all applicable Federal and State laws, it does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, and medical conditions related to pregnancy, childbirth or breastfeeding), sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, marital status, age, medical condition, genetic information, physical or mental disability, military or veteran status in its employment actions, policies, procedures, or practices. Americans with Disabilities Qualified individuals with disabilities, as defined by the Americans with Disabilities Act, are encouraged to apply for City employment. Applicants with disabilities who require special testing arrangements must contact Human Resources. If you have a disability for which you require an accommodation, please contact Human Resources at or (562) 989-7304/7307 no later than 5 business days before the test date. Individuals requesting accommodation in the testing process will be required to provide documentation of such need. Salary 17.49 - 22.32 Hour Field Police Highest Educational Degree Required High school diploma