Community Service Officer

The City of Blair, NE is hiring a Community Service Officer! The City of Blair is looking for a Community Service Officer (CSO) to join our Police Department! This civilian, non-exempt position plays an important role in supporting public safety, assisting residents, enforcing city ordinances, and building positive relationships throughout Blair. If you enjoy working with people, solving problems, and having something different to do each day, this could be a great opportunity! What You'll Do: Serve as a visible, approachable representative of the Blair Police Department, building positive relationships with residents and businesses. Respond to community concerns involving parking violations, abandoned vehicles, and other city ordinance violations. Investigate complaints, issue warnings or citations, and maintain accurate records and reports. Assist with code enforcement involving vacant properties, property maintenance, and nuisance conditions as needed. Respond to animal control calls involving stray, injured, or nuisance animals, including animal bites and neglect investigations. Educate residents about city ordinances, responsible pet ownership, and community safety. Provide traffic direction and crowd assistance during parades, festivals, and other community events. Support police officers with non-emergency activities, including vehicle impounds, evidence transport, and documentation. Assist residents at the Police Department front desk and respond to public inquiries. Perform other duties as assigned. Work Expectations: Work in both indoor and outdoor environments, including varying weather conditions. Travel throughout Blair while operating City vehicles and responding to community needs. Interact professionally with residents, including during difficult or stressful situations. Exercise sound judgment, work independently, and collaborate with sworn officers and other City departments. What You Bring: Education: High school diploma or GED required. Experience: Experience in customer service, law enforcement support, animal control, or code enforcement preferred. Equivalent education and experience will be considered. Licenses & Certifications: Valid Nebraska driver's license required. Must obtain First Aid/CPR certification within six months of hire and other certifications as required. Skills: Strong problem-solving abilities, sound judgment, attention to detail, and familiarity with Microsoft Office. Communication: Ability to communicate clearly, professionally, and respectfully with individuals in a variety of situations. Why Join Us? Make a direct impact on public safety and the quality of life in Blair. Enjoy a position with a variety of responsibilities and opportunities to engage with the community. Work alongside dedicated law enforcement professionals while helping residents navigate everyday concerns. Be part of a team committed to service, accountability, and building community trust. Residency Requirement All City of Blair employees must live within 30 miles (straight line) of City Hall: 218 South 16th Street, Blair, NE 68008. The City of Blair is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer. #J-18808-Ljbffr Blair