Police Specialist - Hourly

Police Specialist - Hourly

Incumbent greets and assists members of the general public, customers, visitors, and public officials who are seeking assistance and / or general public safety information. Responds to calls. Directs, coordinates, and transfers inquiries and requests, as needed, on behalf of the City's Police, Fire & 911 Communications agencies. This is a non-benefitted, part-time position limited to work less than 20 hours per week. This is an at-will position.

Typical duties include : greeting visitors and responding to inquiries, providing information and referrals, receiving and responding to telephonic calls, entering police reports into applicable electronic databases, performing clerical duties, and maintaining a professional atmosphere within the work area. Performs other duties as assigned.

Minimum qualifications include a high school diploma or G.E.D. and the ability to understand, follow, and give clear directions and instructions. Knowledge of public safety operations, department systems, policies, and procedures is required. Ability to deal with high-risk, stressful, and potentially volatile situations and culturally diverse people is necessary. Possession of a valid driver's license or driving privilege card is required.

Desired qualifications include preference for individuals with former police officer work experience.

Working Conditions

Comfortable working conditions. Required to stay within workstation boundaries for extended periods of time. Intermittent sitting, standing, and walking in a normal office environment. Typing, copying, writing, and using a computer is a regular part of the day. Considerable exposure to stressful situations as a result of human behavior and due to the crisis nature of the duties.

All requirements are subject to possible modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities.

Salt Lake City offers a competitive and well-rounded benefits package designed to support your health, financial future, and professional growth. To learn more, visit our Benefits & Wellness site.

Health & Wellness : 95% City-paid medical insurance, Dental, vision, life insurance, HSA (with $1,000$2,000 City contribution), Wellness clinic for employees & families, Robust Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Financial Perks : Tuition reimbursement (up to $4,000 / year), Retirement contributions (pension and / or 401(k)), Discounted pet insurance, legal services, and more

Paid Leave : 12 vacation days to start, 12 paid holidays, 1 personal holiday, Up to 80 hours personal leave annually, 6 - 12 weeks of paid parental leave, Bonus leave credit for eligible rehires & public sector transfers

The Recruitment Team is ready to assist you throughout the entire hiring process. Reach the Recruitment Team at 801-535-6699 or email careers@slc.gov.

The City is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. As part of this commitment, Salt Lake City will ensure that persons with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodations. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and / or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact Human Resources at 801-535-7900.