police equipment room specialist - fremont
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The City of Fremont is hiring for the full-time and regular position of Police Equipment Room Specialist. This position will coordinate the Equipment Room operations within the Police Department; provide
lead direction to Equipment Room staff; and assign, review and participate in a wide variety of duties involving the inventory control
of police equipment, supplies, and fleet.
Police Equipment Room Specialist
Salary
$52,159—$63,399 Annually
Filing Date
First review of applications: October 20, 2016
About Us
Fremont is a well-managed and innovative city that has recently generated national attention by ranking
second on the “Best Run City in America” list by 24/7 Wall Street and America’s third “Sharpest, Smartest
City” by Reader’s Digest. Located in the heart of the Bay Area and Silicon Valley, Fremont prides itself on
innovation, green technology, a low crime rate, great schools, a low unemployment rate, quality parks and
nearby open space, and an incredibly diverse population of almost 230,000 residents. As a full service city,
Fremont employs over 900 regular employees and has a total annual budget of $289.4 million with $181.9
million general fund.
Fremont is an employer that values its people, creativity, quality service, integrity, open communication,
collaboration, mutual respect, and diversity. Employees find their work challenging, yet rewarding, and most
importantly, enjoy the chance to make a difference through public service. Think Fremont!
About the Police Department
Our Mission: To provide public safety through professional law enforcement
Our Vision: A continuing tradition of excellence
Our Values: Dedication. Integrity. Professionalism
“Our citizens both value and participate in preserving the level of public safety we enjoy. It is a privilege to serve in a city where the community appreciates the work of its public servants.”
—Chief Lucero
Examples of What You Will Do
Maintain, suggest and implement improvements to the current
inventory control system for the Police Equipment Room
Audit equipment inventory, vehicle key control, and other
systems for accuracy and accountability. Coordinate daily
operations of the Equipment Room which includes, but is not
limited to: issue and collect police equipment to Police
Department staff (e.g. rifles, batteries, radios, etc.), stock the
Equipment Room with necessary office supplies, perform
vehicle trunk audits, prepare first aid and trauma kits for
vehicles, sign for deliveries and issue visitor badges to vendors,
provide supplies to the Detention Center and Animal Shelter,
prepare vehicles for special events (e.g. Shop with a Cop,
parades, etc.)
Coordinate the tow, transportation, cleanup, repair and service
of police vehicles. Periodically required to drive in fulfillment of
transporting police vehicles
Coordinate radio repairs with Business Services. Coordinate the
repair of vehicle/report writing computers with the Information
Technology Services Department
Schedule the Equipment Room staffing 24 hours a day, seven
days a week. Fills in, as needed, for shift coverage
Provide technical and functional supervision to assigned
Equipment Room Staff
Participate in the hiring of Equipment Room staff
Other duties as assigned Visit our website to see the complete
job specification
Benefits
The City of Fremont offers a diverse benefits package to better your work-life balance. The benefits
include, but are not limited to the following highlights:
CalPERS retirement plan. Classic Employees—2.0% at 60; New
Employees—2.0% at 62; required PERS contribution vary by plan. All
required contributions are tax deferred
12 paid holidays, 1 floating holiday and 192 annual leave hours
Cafeteria Benefit Plan for employees including medical, dental and
vision plans through CalPERS
Health, Child Care, and commuter reimbursement accounts
City paid life and long term disability insurance
Tuition reimbursement
Comprehensive wellness program
This position is represented by CFEA. The probationary period is 12 months. Refer to CalPERS
website for complete definitions of Classic and New employees, www.calpers.ca.gov
Visit our website to see our complete benefits summary
The Ideal Candidate
The Police Department is looking for a critical thinker who is able to work effectively in a fast-paced and high
stress environment. The successful candidate will have knowledge of and apply superior customer service,
conflict resolution, modern inventory control and process improvement. Success also requires the ability to
learn the organization’s procedures and practices and work effectively in a rank organized environment.
Minimum Qualifications
Any combination of education and/or experience that has provided the knowledge and skills necessary to
satisfactory job performance would be qualifying. A typical way to obtain the required knowledge and skills
would be: Any combination equivalent to completion of High School or GED and two years of progressively
responsible, full-time work experience in inventory control or law enforcement property, evidence, or related
experience. Possession of a Class C California driver's license is required at the time of appointment. Failure
to possess or maintain the valid required license shall result in discipline up to and including termination of
employment. Must be able to lift, bend, and reach to obtain and issue equipment weighing up to forty
pounds.
Selection Process
The selection process may include a written exam, PHQ, performance exam, oral panel interview and a full
police department background, including polygraph exam. Only those candidates who have the best
combination of qualifications in relation to the requirements and duties of the position will continue in the
selection process. Meeting the minimum qualifications does not guarantee an invitation to participate in the
process. Final appointment is contingent upon passing a medical which includes drug testing.
Reasonable Accommodation: Human Resources will make reasonable efforts in the examination process to
accommodate persons with disabilities. Please advise HR of any special needs a minimum of 5 days in
advance of the selection process by calling (510) 494-4660. The City of Fremont is an Equal Opportunity
Employer.
Ready to Apply
Apply online at www.fremont.gov/cityjobs or click below. Our online applications are mobile-friendly. You
must submit an online application and resume to be considered. The City of Fremont is an Equal Opportunity
Employer.
Tentative Recruitment Schedule
First review of applications: October 20, 2016
Oral Board Interviews: TBD
Department Interviews: TBD
Recruitment No. 16POL12, Open Until Filled
Human Resources
City of Fremont
3300 Capitol Ave, Bldg B
Fremont, CA 94538
The information contained herein is subject to change and does not constitute either an expressed or implied contract.
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Supplemental Questionnaire
1. How many years of work experience do you have in inventory control or warehousing?
Less than 1 year
1-2 years
2-3 years
3+ years
2. Tell us about a time when you had to deal with a difficult customer service issue. Provide details on the
steps you took to solve the issue and the outcome.
3. Please describe your experience creating and implementing office procedure improvements. Outline any
deficiencies you worked on, the plan created and the results. Include any unexpected issues that
occurred during implementation and the solutions.
4. In this position it is critical to know modern inventory control systems. Describe your work experience
with inventory control. Include any experience analyzing, developing, and/or implementing efficiencies
and improvements to inventory control systems.