Part-Time Public Safety Assistant - Business Desk

Part-Time Public Safety Assistant - Business Desk

Salary

$26.92 - $42.35 Hourly

Location

Irvine, CA

Job Type

Part-Time

Job Number

03261

Department

Public Safety

Division

Administration

Opening Date

11/03/2026

Closing Date

11/17/2026 11:59 PM Pacific

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Description

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The City of Irvine seeks passionate and motivated individuals for Part-Time Public Safety Assistant positions.

Business Desk: The Public Safety Assistant assigned to the Business Desk provides the first point of contact for visitors and many callers to the Irvine Police Department. Candidates should be prepared to provide outstanding customer service in all aspects of their responsibilities.

Your Impact

• Duties include answering phones and greeting visitors.

• Accepting and processing a variety of legal instruments and documents.

• Investigating criminal complaints and writing police reports.

• Performing LiveScan fingerprinting.

• Vehicle inspections for correction after citation.

Find additional information in the Public Safety Assistant job description.

Certain City operational budgets may not include funding for mandated CalPERS employer contributions; therefore, a qualified candidate who is a current member of CalPERS may be restricted from temporary/part-time employment with the City of Irvine.

Minimum Training and Experience Required to Perform Essential Job Functions

Minimum Qualifications:

• Associates degree in criminal justice, law enforcement or related field with at least one year experience in law enforcement activities, community service, or any combination of education and experience that provides equivalent knowledge, skills and abilities.
• Requires a valid California drivers license.
• Depending on assignment, may be required to obtain certification in first aid and CPR.

All applicants must be able to pass the Public Safety background check process.

Supplemental Information

The City

Irvine is recognized as one of Americas Best Places to Live, according to Money Magazine. The City of Irvine has the distinction of being one of the safest cities in the United States with a population of more than 100,000, based upon FBI statistics on violent crime.

Your Team

The Public Safety Department is a full-service public safety agency that provides several special program areas including Emergency Management, Crime Prevention, DARE, School Resource Officer, K-9s, Traffic Enforcement, Commercial Vehicle Enforcement, General Investigation, Crime Scene Investigation, Special Investigation (vice & narcotics), and the Special Weapons and Tactics Team (SWAT). Irvine is committed to a full community oriented policing concept that interfaces closely with all segments of the community.

The Process

The selection process will include an interview and a background investigation prior to appointment. All applicants must be able to pass the Public Safety background check process. This includes, but is not limited to, the review of: legal documents, police and driving records, credit profile, motor vehicle insurance, vehicle operation, prior employment records, and performance reviews.

Equal Opportunity Employer

The City of Irvine is an Equal Opportunity Employer and provides reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities. We encourage you to inform Human Resources at least two business days prior to the first phase of the selection process if you have a disability that may require an accommodation.

01

This position will be scheduled for an average of 19 hours per week, not to exceed 1,000 hours per year.

• I acknowledge I have read and understand the above information.

02

Are you a member of CalPERS by previous employment? This means you have funds on deposit or service credit with CalPERS

• Yes
• No
• Not Sure

03

This position involves the writing of police style reports in an often fast paced environment. Describe any similar experience you have in this area.

04

This position involves communicating on the telephone in a fast paced and often noisy environment. Describe any experience and/or limitations you have in this type of activity.

05

This position involves sometimes complicated legal and detailed analysis of facts under adverse conditions and the ability to relate those facts both orally and in writing to a variety of other people. Describe any experience or similar experience you have in this area.

06

Please describe your experience in customer service or handling conflict and diffusing hostile situations.

07

Please list your order of preference for the listed positions of Business Desk and Technical Services.

08

Do you have a valid drivers license?

• Yes
• No

09

Do you have experience ordering, maintaining and issuing supplies or equipment?

• Yes
• No

10

If you answered yes to the previous question, please indicate where you gained this experience and include your specific duties.

11

The Technical Services position requires lifting 12-20 lbs. on a daily basis and 20-50 lbs. on a weekly basis. Are you willing and able to perform this function?

• Yes
• No

12

In the position for Technical Services, you may be tasked with removing and replacing weapons to and from vehicles in order to prepare them for service. Do you have experience handling firearms and would you be comfortable with this task?

13

Do you have any limitations to the shifts you can work? If so, what are your restrictions now and in the foreseeable future?

Required Question

Employer City of Irvine

Address One Civic Center Plaza

Irvine, California, 92606-5208

Website http://www.cityofirvine.org/jobs