Police Service Officer - No Experience Required - City of Houston, TX : Job Details

Applications accepted from: CITY EMPLOYEES ONLYJob Classification: POLICE SERVICE OFFICERPosting Number: PN#34072Division: NORTHBELTReporting Location: 100 GLENBOROUGH ST.Workdays & Hours: MONDAY-FRIDAY 1300-2100**Subject to changeDESCRIPTION OF DUTIES/ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONSPerforms para-professional police and various support activities to assist in crime prevention.RESPONSIBILITIES:* Provides information in person and by telephone to individuals seeking answers to specific questions concerning crime prevention, crime reporting, and problem referral.* Establishes rapport with police volunteers.* Maintains records and prepares special reports.* Enters and retrieves selected information, such as offense reports and inventory control.* Receives and delivers messages.* Inventory and assign equipment in the Radio Room.* May perform other duties as assigned by supervisor.* All duties and responsibilities may not be included in the above job descriptions.WORKING CONDITIONSThe position occasionally requires stooping or bending. Occasional very light lifting, such as three or four reams of papers or books (up to 20 pounds or an equivalent weight) may be required.There are no major sources of discomfort, i.e., essentially normal office environment with acceptable lighting, temperature and air conditions. Must be able to pass a criminal background check, obtain and maintain federally mandated security clearance where required. If applicable, the applicant's past performance evaluations, past and present supervisory recommendations, and/or Internal Affairs complaint history will be reviewed and considered.EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENTSBasic knowledge of grammar, spelling, punctuation and simple mathematical functions like percentages, ratios, etc. as might normally be acquired through attainment of a High School Diploma or a GED.EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTSNo experience is required.LICENSE REQUIREMENTSNone.Preference shall be given to eligible veteran applicants provided such persons possess the qualifications necessary for competent discharge of the duties involved in the position applied for, such persons are among the most qualified candidates for the position, and all other factors in accordance with Executive Order 1-6.SELECTION/SKILLS TESTS REQUIREDDepartment may administer skills assessment test.SAFETY IMPACT POSITIONNOSALARY INFORMATIONFactors used in determining the salary offered include the candidate's qualifications as well as the pay rates of other employees in this classification.Pay Grade 7APPLICATION PROCEDURESOnly online applications will be accepted for this City of Houston job and must be received by the Human Resources Department during active posting period. Applications must be submitted online at: www.houstontx.gov.To view your detailed application status, please log-in to your online profile by visiting: or call 713-###-####.If you need special services or accommodations, call 713-###-####. (TTY 7-1-1)If you need login assistance or technical support call 855-###-####.Due to the high volume of applications received, the Hiring Department will contact you directly, should you be selected to advance in our recruitment process.All new and rehires must pass a pre-employment drug test and are subject to a physical examination and verification of information provided.EOE - Equal Opportunity EmployerThe City of Houston is committed to recruiting and retaining a diverse workforce and providing a work environment that is free from discrimination and harassment based upon any legally protected status or protected characteristic, including but not limited to an individual's sex, race, color, ethnicity, national origin, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, genetic information, veteran status, gender identity, or pregnancy.