8211 Supervising Building and Grounds Patrol Officer - PBT-8211-102835
All applicants are required to complete the supplemental questionnaire as part of the on-line application process. The purpose of this supplemental is to obtain a clear and concise summary of your professional and educational background as it relates to the 8211 Supervising Building and Grounds Patrol Officer position at the San Francisco Public Library. The questionnaire will be used to verify candidate's possession of the meeting the Minimum Qualifications for this position. The information you provide on this questionnaire should be consistent with the information on your application and will be verified. Applicants will be required to submit verification of qualifying experience.
The Minimum Qualifications for class 8211 Supervising Building and Grounds Patrol Officer per the terms of this announcement are:
Minimum Qualifications
These minimum qualifications are to be used as a guide for establishing the education, training, experience, special skills and/or license which may be required for employment in the class. Although these minimum qualifications are typical of the class, additional minimum qualifications and special conditions may apply to a particular position and will be stated on the job announcement.
1.
Please select the option that best matches your highest level of education.
As a reminder, all qualifying education must be listed in the application in order to be considered in review of Minimum Qualifications. If you do not include the education and experience you are about to describe in the "Education History" section of your application, you will not receive credit for this education. If you are copying an old application, please take the time to update your work history section before submitting your application.(DO NOT COUNT UNITS THAT ARE IN PROGRESS.)
I possess a high school diploma or equivalent (GED or High School Proficiency Examination)
I possess an Associate degree from an accredited college
I possess a Baccalaureate degree from an accredited college/university
I possess a Master's degree or higher from an accredited college/university
I do not possess a high school diploma or equivalent (GED or High School Proficiency Examination)
2.
How much verifiable professional experience do you have working as a special police officer, security guard or other similar work?
As a reminder, all qualifying experience must be listed in the application in order to be considered in review of Minimum Qualifications. If you do not include the work experience you are about to describe in the “Work History” section of your application, you will not receive credit for this experience. If you are copying an old application, please take the time to update your work history section before submitting your application.
I do not possess any experience working as a special police officer, security guard or other similar work.
I possess 5 months (maximum) or less, of experience working as a special police officer, security guard or other similar work.
I possess 6 months (minimum) to 11 months (maximum) of experience working as a special police officer, security guard or other similar work.
I possess 1 year (minimum) to 1 year, 11 months (maximum) of experience working as a special police officer, security guard or other similar work.
I possess 2 years (minimum) to 2 years, 11 months (maximum) of experience working as a special police officer, security guard or other similar work.
I possess 3 years (minimum) to 3 years, 11 months (maximum) of experience working as a special police officer, security guard or other similar work.
I possess 4 years (minimum) to 4 years, 11 months (maximum) of experience working as a special police officer, security guard or other similar work.
I possess 5 years (minimum) to 5 years, 11 months (maximum) of experience working as a special police officer, security guard or other similar work.
I possess 6+ years of experience working as a special police officer, security guard or other similar work.
3.
Do you possess a valid California driver’s license?
Yes
No
CERTIFICATION: I certify that I am the author of this form and that all the information presented is true and based upon my experience. I understand that prior to an appointment I may be required to provide written verification of any of the information provided above and that I may be required by the hiring department to participate in performance test(s) during the probationary period. I further understand that any false, incomplete, or incorrect statement may result in dismissal or termination of employment with the City and County of San Francisco.
SUPPLEMENTAL QUESTIONNAIRE
8211 Supervising Building and Grounds Patrol Officer
PBT-8211-102835
PLEASE READ THE FOLLOWING INSTRUCTIONS CAREFULLY AS THEY CONTAIN INFORMATION THAT WILL AFFECT YOUR EXAMINATION SCORE AND RANK ON THE ELIGIBLE LIST:
The purpose of this Supplemental Questionnaire (SQ) is to describe your training and experience as they relate to the knowledge, skills, and abilities linked to the essential functions of this recruitment (please refer to the job announcement for a more detailed description of these knowledge, skills and abilities). Only the information you provide in your answers to these questions will be evaluated to determine your score in the selection process for this position. No attachments or additional documents such as resumes, cover letters, or employment applications will be considered (i.e. Writing “see resume” or “N/A” is not a sufficient response.) The SQ will be presented to an expert review panel for an assessment and will be used as part of the examination process to determine candidates' score and rank on the eligible list.
This Supplemental Questionnaire will account for 50% of the total weight of the candidates’ final score. Insufficient or non-responsive answers to the SQ may result in disqualification from the recruitment process. The responses that you provide to this questionnaire should be consistent with the information on your application, and are subject to verification. If there is a question regarding experience that you do not have, try to include examples of similar experience that would demonstrate your ability or potential to perform the specific function.
Responses should be sufficiently detailed to assist in evaluating your qualifications for this position. Please limit responses to one page unless otherwise instructed. Again, please be complete and specific in answering the questions as your score will be based on this information.
Please note: all relevant experience, education and/or training must be included in the responses in order to be reviewed in the rating process. Panel members involved in the rating process will not have access to your application and resume, so it is important that your answers are comprehensive.
NOTE: Falsifying one's education, training, or work experience or attempted deception on the application or Supplemental Questionnaire may result in disqualification for this and future job opportunities with the City and County of San Francisco.
It is suggested that you:
Allow ample time to submit your application and Supplemental Questionnaire responses before the filing deadline
Ensure that your responses are sufficiently detailed to assist in evaluating your knowledge, skills, and abilities
Make note of any error messages and contact the analyst before the filing deadline, if you experience technical difficulties.
1.
Describe your experience in performing security work.
In your response, please include the following:
Duties performed.
Security practices and procedures utilized.
Types of reports prepared.
2.
Describe your experience working in public buildings and locations.
In your response, please include the following:
The type and size of the buildings, and number of locations where duties were performed.
Departmental regulations governing the use of public facilities.
3.
Describe one experience in which you encountered an emergency situation while performing security work. Explain what happened, and describe the steps you took in that emergency situation.
4.
Describe one experience when you received a complaint from a member of the public while performing security work. Without using names, explain what happened, the steps you took to resolve the situation and what you would do to prevent similar complaints in the future.
5.
Describe the steps you would take to handle a drug overdose emergency. If you have experiences handling such emergencies, please provide example(s).
6.
Describe how you would detain or apprehend an individual during the course of your job duties.
CERTIFICATION: I certify that I am the author of this form and that all the information presented is true and based upon my experience. I understand that prior to an appointment I may be required to provide written verification of any of the information provided above and that I may be required by the hiring department to participate in performance test(s) during the probationary period. I further understand that any false, incomplete, or incorrect statement may result in dismissal or termination of employment with the City and County of San Francisco.
Department of Human Resources