Animal control officer Jobs in Torrance, CA

Salary : $44,453.40 - $52,025.76 Annually

Location : Compton, CA

Job Type : Full-Time

Job Number : 24-25 : 66

Department : Community Improvement

Opening Date : 06 / 13 / 2025

Closing Date : Continuous

GENERAL PURPOSE

Under general supervision, serves as a lead to patrol assigned areas of the City, enforcing parking regulations and issuing citations; to assist in the removal of abandoned vehicles from City streets; to maintain a variety of records; and to perform related work as required.

SUPERVISION RECEIVED / EXERCISED

Works under the general supervision of the Community Improvement Services Director or his / her designee; lead and provide s training, guidance, and assistance to Parking Control Officers.

DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS : This is a single position classification in the Parking Control series. This classification performs more highly skilled enforcement duties in comparison to the lower level Parking Control Officers, and has lead level responsibilities at the worksite, whereas the Parking Control Officer does not exercise lead responsibility.

PRIMARY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

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.

• Responds to field issues as requested by Community Improvement Services Director.
• Ensures officers have proper equipment to complete their daily duties and responsibilities.
• A s sists in the coordination of training of Parking Control Officers.
• Patrols the City in a motor vehicle.
• Enforces parking regulations and issues citations as appropriate.
• Answers questions and provides information concerning parking regulations.
• Provides helpful information for visitors to the area.
• Notes and reports problems with parking meters.
• Maintains activity and citation logs.
• Identifies and assists in the removal of abandoned vehicles on City streets.
• Assists in the training of school crossing guards and acts in their absence.
• Conducts and directs traffic in emergency situations.
• Operates a computer terminal to prepare and maintain records, files and reports; appears in court and presents evidence for disputed citations.
• Responds to requests for assistance with traffic control problems.
• Keeps vehicles supplied for work shift.
• Performs routine maintenance on parking control vehicles.
• Notifies other City staff of major repairs which are required.
• Performs other duties as assigned or required.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Education and Experience :

Possession of a High School diploma or G.E.D equivalent; AND at least five (5) years of responsible work experience at the level of Parking Control Officer for the City of Compton is required.

Required Licenses or Certifications :

Required Knowledge of :

Ability to :

Physical Demands / Work Environment :

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.

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. A passing score for each phase is 70%. Each candidate will be notified via e-mail of their status at each step of the recruitment.

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 prior to 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 70.00 (open-competitive) and at least 75.00 (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.

The City of Compton offers an excellent benefits program which includes membership in the California Public Employees' Retirement System (PERS); family-covered insurances : dental, health, vision; life insurance (for employee only); Employee Assistance Program; auto allowance; seven personal leave days; 15 holidays (including birthday); vacation; sick leave; bereavement leave; educational reimbursement; personal development; deferred compensation; 4 / 10 work week. The City also pays the employee's 8% share (9% for Fire personnel only) of contribution towards retirement.

Retirement : Employees hired after January 1, 2013, who are new to CalPERS, or are returning members with a break in service greater than six months, will be enrolled in the 2% @ 62 retirement plan and will be required to pay up to 50% (currently 6.75%) of the normal PERS cost.

Dental :

The City pays 100% of the full family monthly premium towards dental insurance.

Health :

The City pays 100% of the full family monthly premium based at Kaiser's rates. Employees selecting health plans with higher monthly premiums than Kaiser will incur out-of-pocket costs.

Vision :

The City pays 100% of the full family monthly premium towards vision insurance.

Life :

The City pays 100% of the monthly premium for employee only towards $100,000 life insurance coverage.

Employee Assistance Program :

Provides confidential counseling, education and referral for work and life issues at no cost to the employee; subject to program provisions.

Personal Leave Days :

Up to five days (currently 45 hours) of accrued sick leave as personal leave per calendar year.

Night Differential :

It is agreed that the City pay a night differential at the rate of ten percent above base salary to employees of this Unit who work between the hours of 3 : 00P.M. and 7 : 30A.M. subject to conditions outlined in Article 12 of the Memorandum of Agreement.

Uniform Allowance :

Effective July 1, 2006, the City agrees to provide an annual uniform allowance of $750.00 be paid semi-annually (September and March) each year during this Agreement to each employee of this Unit. The City also agrees to provide two (2) uniforms to new employees upon commencement of probation.

Vacation :

Employees of this Unit may use vacation leave after the satisfactory completion of six months of continuous service with the CITY. Employees shall accrue vacation as follows :

Holidays :

Fifteen (15) per fiscal year which include : Independence Day, Labor Day, Admissions Day, Veteran's Day, Thanksgiving Day, Thanksgiving Day (day following), Christmas Day, New Year's Day, Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.'s Birthday, Lincoln's Birthday, Washington's Birthday, Cinco de Mayo, Memorial Day, Employee's Birthday, Cesar Chavez Day

Sick :

Employees accrue eight hours of sick leave per month.

Bereavement :

Three working days (or five working days for out of State services) per incident for the death of an immediate family member : spouse, father, current father-in-law, mother, current mother-in-law, grandfather, grandmother, son, daughter, brother, sister, step-mother, step-father, step-son and step-daughter).

Educational Reimbursement :

The City shall reimburse employees for tuition and books up to a maximum of $1,500 per fiscal year, providing that the employees enrolled in educational institutions comply with the provisions listed in the Memorandum of Agreement.

Deferred Compensation :

4 / 10 Work Week : The City of Compton observes a 4 / 10 work week schedule : Monday - Thursday : 7 : 00 a. m. - 6 : 00 p. m. We are closed each Friday.

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Do you have a high school diploma, GED or equivalent?

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Are you a current, permanent City of Compton employee?

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Do you possess a valid California Class C Driver's License?

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Do you possess at least five (5) years of responsible work experience at the level of Parking Control Officer for the City of Compton?(Note : Your application must reflect the required experience clearly)

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This brings you to the end of your application. Before submitting your application, please make sure you have done the following : 1. Read the entire job description and understand the position you are applying for.2. Read the Minimum Qualifications and clearly state your relevant experience and education on your application; including any licenses and / or certificates if applicable.(Note : resumes will not be reviewed in lieu of a completed application.)3. Attach any proof of education, licenses and / or certificates if applicable.4. Completed all sections of the application and answered all questions thoroughly.

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