Police Assistant (Part Time)

Police Assistant (Part Time)

Salary

$18.99 - $25.46 Hourly

Location

City of Alameda (Alameda Police Department), CA

Job Type

Part Time

Job Number

2026-4081-01

Department

Police Department

Opening Date

10/22/2026

FLSA

Non-Exempt

Bargaining Unit

PT

FLSA Status

Non-Exempt

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Nature of Position

The Police Assistant I performs a variety of non-sworn police work and other related work as required and may be assigned to an activity or may rotate to a variety of assignments to meet departmental needs. Assignments may include: traffic and vehicle control, including investigation of reports of abandoned vehicles, taking appropriate action, and enforcing parking regulations; crowd control and crime scene protection; response to non-hazardous animal control incidents; handle public inquiries and related work at the front desk.

Distinguishing Features

Part Time Benefits Include:

Enrollment in Public Alternative Retirement Service.

Paid Sick Leave: Part time employees accrue 1 hour of paid sick leave for every 30 hours worked.

Optional enrollment in Deferred Compensation, aka, 457.

Optional enrollment in Transportation Saving Account.

Examples of Duties

• Prepare routine incident and crime reports; address the public on assigned topics;
• Develop, maintain, and coordinate community crime prevention programs;
• Handle inquiries involving police, fire, and medical emergencies and routine calls for service;
• Make inquiries through federal, state, and local computer information systems;
• Operate computers using word processing, spreadsheets, database, desktop publishing, and other software;
• Compile information, make statistical calculations;
• Prepare reports;
• Perform clerical duties in support of departmental operations;
• Assist with special events, such as parades, fairs, etc.

Employment Standards

EDUCATION and EXPERIENCE:

• High school diploma, GED, or equivalent.
• Possession of a valid California Drivers License and satisfactory driving record at the time of appointment is required as a

condition of initial and continued employment only if the operation of a vehicle, rather than the employee's ability to get to/from

various work locations in a timely manner, is necessary to perform the essential functions of the position.

• Desirable Qualification: Course work or study in criminal justice; experience in a customer service-oriented field; community volunteer work.

Background Process: All finalists for the position will be required to undergo a thorough background check process which may include a criminal history check, submission of a personal history statement/questionnaire, polygraph, and credit check.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS: Willingness and/or ability to work rotating shifts, including nights, holidays and weekends; work on an on-call basis; work irregular duty assignments; operate computers including automated parking citation devices, and mobile digital computer terminals; wear a uniform and safety equipment; work outside in inclement weather; work under undesirable and hazardous conditions; conform to department grooming standards; successfully pass a background investigation; work alone; attend educational sessions as required; travel out of town for one day or more.

SELECTION PROCESS:

If the hiring manager is interested in your application, you will be contacted for next steps in the process.

E-VERIFY:

The City of Alameda utilizes the Federal governments E-Verify program, and new employees must provide documentation to establish both identity and work authorization, which includes showing a valid United States Social Security card at the time of hire (photocopies are not accepted)

AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

In compliance with local, state and federal laws and regulations, the City of Alameda will employ and promote qualified individuals without regard to disability. The City is committed to making reasonable accommodations in the examination process and in the work environment. Individuals requesting reasonable accommodations in the examination process must do so no later than the final filing date for receipt of applications, otherwise it may not be possible to arrange accommodations for the selection process. Such requests should be addressed to the Human Resources Department | 1-510-747-4900 | hr@alamedaca.gov | 2263 Santa Clara Avenue, Rm. 290, Alameda, 94501. Requests can be made via email, phone, or in writing via U.S. mail.

The information contained herein is subject to change and does not constitute either an expressed or implied contract.

Part-time positions at the City of Alameda may be eligible for limited benefits.

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Employer City of Alameda

Address 2263 Santa Clara Avenue, Rm. 290

Alameda, California, 94501

Phone (510) 747-4900

Website https://www.alamedaca.gov/Departments/Administration/Human-Resources