Plant Shift Supervisor (Wastewater)

About the role

The Police Recruit position is a civilian classification designed to prepare potential Police Officer candidates for the police academy. Under close supervision, recruits undergo a comprehensive training program covering police procedures, law enforcement techniques, first aid, and physical/emotional skills necessary for academy success.

Responsibilities

• Learn and apply knowledge of Sacramento Police Department’s organization, chain of command, and rules and regulations.
• Develop understanding of community service, crime prevention, and appropriate behavior.
• Acquire knowledge of enforcement and procedural aspects of criminal law and legal obligations.
• Receive training in and practice effective and professional communication.
• Learn to recognize vehicle violations and safely contact violators.
• Participate in basic criminal investigation processes and techniques.
• Learn and practice physical fitness and defense techniques.
• Learn and practice first-aid, including CPR.
• Assist in routine investigations, preparing non-injury police reports, responding to fire alarms, street hazards, and found property calls.
• Assist in traffic and non-violent crowd control duties.
• Transport citizens, personnel, and equipment as directed.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• At least 17 1/2 years of age by test date (must be 18 by appointment).
• Enrolled in at least 12 semester units at an accredited college or university with a 2.0 GPA.
• Ability to acquire knowledge of modern police work, state laws, City ordinances, first-aid, and the City’s geography.
• Write clearly, accurately, and professionally.
• Read and interpret complex technical documents.
• Understand and carry out oral and written instructions.
• Observe, assimilate, remember, record, and recall pertinent facts and details.
• Analyze problems and take effective action in emergency and stress situations.
• Plan and effectively present material orally to diverse groups.
• Deal courteously but firmly with the general public.
• Establish and maintain cooperative working relationships.
• Able to undergo strenuous physical conditioning.

Special Qualifications

• Age: At least 17 1/2 years of age by test date (must be 18 by appointment).
• Felony convictions: Must be free of felony convictions under California Government Code Section 1029.
• Citizenship: Must be a citizen of the United States or a permanent resident alien eligible for and have applied for citizenship.
• Driver License: Must possess a valid Class C Driver License at the time of appointment.
• Medical/Drug Test/Psychological: Must pass a medical examination, drug test, and psychological test.
• Background: Must pass a background investigation, including a criminal history check, fingerprinting, polygraph test, credit check, and drug use history.
• Respiratory Protective Equipment: Required to wear respiratory protective equipment at times.