Support Services Technician

Job TitleUnder general supervision, this position assists with traffic control, school zones, jail support, courtroom security, and special events. Responsible for maintaining all traffic and support equipment. Assists all departmental divisions as needed. Reports to the Professional Standards Division Supervisor/Commander.Essential FunctionsDirects traffic at intersections, accident scenes, fire scenes, school crossings, and special events or any assigned location.Assists stranded motorists and citizen needs.Provides escorts for funerals, parades, and oversized loads.Performs animal control duties when necessary.Supports patrols in the city on foot or in a vehicle.Drives around the city locating road hazards which may include assisting citizens, Public Works, or other utility companies as needed.Maintains support ATV, UTV, and high water vehicles, generators, chainsaws, and other small tools in a ready state.Observes activities and looks for any situation that does not appear normal for the area, time of day, weather conditions, etc.Utilizes equipment and supplies such as a midsize truck, in-car GPS system, phones, camera, car radio, walkie-talkie, vehicle unlock tools, tire jacks, power tools, etc.Interacts with co-workers, supervisors, Command Staff, drivers, victims at crashes, citizens, merchants, etc.Education and ExperienceHigh School Diploma or its equivalent and one (1) year of experience in a job related field; or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience that provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities. Must be 18 years of age and possess a valid driver's license. Successful applicants must pass a physical agility course, psychological evaluation, drug test, a full driving and criminal background check, and a polygraph examination.BenefitsThe City's group insurance is currently through Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Alabama. The employees' health, vision, hearing and dental premiums are paid in full by the City. The City pays 50% of family coverage. The employee cost for family health, vision and hearing is $67.47 per semi-monthly deduction cycle and dental is $10.00 per semi-monthly deduction cycle. See enclosed booklets in your onboarding plan for coverage details. NOTE If family coverage is desired, 2 deductions must be made from check or paid in full prior to effective date of coverage. The total monthly cost for family health and dental coverage is $154.94.