PUBLIC SAFETY LIAISON bei City of Rancho Palos Verdes, CA

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Public Safety Liaison (Public Safety Officer Part-Time, Non-Sworn)

This position will remain open until filled with a first review date of September 22, 2025

MAKE A DIFFERENCE IN YOUR COMMUNITY!

The City of Rancho Palos Verdes is seeking a motivated and community-focused Public Safety Liaison to join our Public Safety Division.  This is a part-time, non-sworn role that provides critical support to the Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Department-Lomita Station by responding to non-emergency incidents and engaging with the community.

This is an excellent opportunity for individuals passionate about public safety, community service, and local government.

IDEAL CANDIDATE

The ideal candidate is service-oriented and deeply committed to community safety. They remain professional, diplomatic, and composed in high-pressure situations. Strong communication skills, proficiency in report writing, and a confident approach to engaging with the public are essential. Flexibility in scheduling, including availability to work nights, weekends, and holidays, is also required.

Position Duties

Management reserves the right to add, modify, change or rescind the work assignments of different positions and to make reasonable accommodation, so that qualified employees can perform the essential functions of the job.

• Provides supplementary support to the Los Angeles Sheriff's Department-Lomita Station; responds to non-emergent dispatched calls for service.
• Prepares and issues parking citations; red-tags vehicles; coordinates the removal and impoundment of abandoned or stolen vehicles.
• Provides traffic control as required.
• Writes non-criminal and traffic-related reports; and may testify in court as directed or required.
• Responds to public inquiries and provides information regarding City services and public safety matters; assists stranded motorists.
• Promotes public safety and crime prevention within the community; builds and maintains relationships with local businesses, other public entities, neighborhood watch organizations, and community groups.
• Participates in Public Safety programming and marketing; assists with City Events, Neighborhood Watch, Homeowner Associations, School events, and other programs as directed.
• Coordinates activities with other City departments, including but not limited to public works, code enforcement, Los Angeles County Fire Department, and other law enforcement agencies.
• Participate in the City's homelessness task force to assist unhoused individuals in response to requests received and while performing outreach duties.
• Complete written reports of incidents and communication that take place during each work shift.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

Knowledge of: Public service contact techniques and methods, standard office protocols, and report writing skills; safe driving procedures; proper use of personal computers, Windows-based software for word processing and other tasks; and other office equipment as required including telephones, calculators, facsimile machines, and copy machines. Ability to use communication equipment such as two-way radios.

Ability to: Communicate effectively and maintain cooperative relationships with members of the public, City employees, Los Angeles County Sheriff's Department and Los Angeles County Fire Department personnel, and personnel from other collaborative public agencies. Read, write, and communicate clearly; use proper English composition, grammar, spelling, and punctuation; receive and follow oral and written instructions, and provide instructions as needed to the public; effectively support Sheriff and City field operations as needed. Ability to learn and effectively utilize City policies, procedures, and regulations; acquire a working knowledge of various California Penal codes and the Rancho Palos Verdes Municipal Code. Obtain and record accurate information obtained through interview and field observation. Drive city owned small pick-up trucks, vans, and large sedans in the course of your duties.

Education and Experience:  Any combination of training and experience that would provide the required knowledge, skills and abilities is qualifying. A typical way to obtain the required qualifications would be:

An AA degree in Administration of Justice or Public Administration, or graduation from high school plus two (2) years' experience which has included substantial public contact, community relations, and public presentations.

Licenses and Certifications: 

• Possession of, or ability to obtain, a valid California Driver's License by time of appointment.
• American Red Cross First Aid, AED, and CPR for infant, child, and adult certification. Must be obtained within 30 days of hire.
• Driver Safety training provided by JPIA. Must be completed within 30 days of hire.
• Field/Dispatch training provided by LASO. To be completed within 90 days of hire.
• Obtain and maintain P.C.832 certification within six months from appointment.

Other Qualifications

Physical Requirements

• Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs (occasionally up to 75 lbs with assistance)
• Work outdoors in varying weather conditions and terrain
• Frequent standing, walking, driving, kneeling, and moderate physical exertion required

Work Schedule

This is a part-time position that will work up to 30 hours per week and requires flexible availability, including early mornings, evenings, weekends, and holidays. Typical shifts are assigned based on departmental needs and community events.

Why Join Us?

This is a unique opportunity to work directly with public safety professionals and make a meaningful impact in the day-to-day safety and well-being of our residents. You’ll gain valuable experience in law enforcement support, public outreach, and municipal operations.