Police Officer - Academy Graduate

About the role

HIRING BONUS!!! Up to $7,000 to Academy Graduate candidates.

Responsibilities

• Performs with the highest level of integrity, law enforcement and crime prevention work;
• Controls traffic flow and enforces State and local traffic regulations;
• Performs investigative work;
• Participates in and provides support and assistance to special department crime prevention and enforcement programs;
• Directs traffic at fires, special events, and other emergency or congested situations;
• Maintain contact with citizens regarding potential law enforcement problems and preserve good relationships with the general public;
• Perform community-based policing, become familiar with community residents and businesses and collaborate in problem solving strategies;
• Address community concerns and implement problem-solving policing programs to help reduce crime in accordance with applicable state and federal legislation;
• Administer first aid as necessary.

Requirements

• Completion of POST approved academy within the last three (3) years or no more than a three (3) year break in service as a California peace officer is required POST Certificate must be attached to application at time of filing;
• Must be at least 21 years of age at time of submitting application;
• Valid California Class “C” driver’s license with satisfactory driving record;
• Meet the physical requirements established by the Department.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of: Use and care for firearms. Standard broadcasting procedures of a police radio system. Conflict resolution techniques;
• Ability to: Understand and carry out oral and written directions. Treat everyone with respect; and approach others without pre-conceived ideas or biases to achieve the best possible outcome. Think and act quickly in emergencies and judge situations and people accurately. Learn, understand, and interpret laws and regulations. Prepare accurate and grammatically correct written reports. Meet the physical requirements established by the Department. Establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with those contacted in the course of work. Communicate effectively and resolve conflict situations with members of the community, co-workers and superiors to achieve the best and safest outcome. Function as a team player and engage with both sworn and civilian personnel to create a harmonious and positive work environment.

Skills

Not specified.

Benefits

• Retirement EE pay 100% of the nine percent (9%)3% at 50 formula (Classic Members) 2.7% at 57 formula (PEPPRA Members)
• Retiree Health Benefits Plan for Employees Hired on or After July 1, 2020
• Medical & Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance (Vision Service Plan)
• LIFE INSURANCE (The Standard Insurance)
• LONG TERM DISABILITY (The Standard Insurance)
• HOLIDAYS
• SICK LEAVE & INCENTIVE PROGRAM
• VACATION
• CAPCOMPENSATORY TIME
• BILINGUAL PAY
• SUPERVISORY POST CERTIFICATE
• UNIFORM/ EQUIPMENT ALLOWANCE
• TUITION REIMBURSEMENT
• COMPUTER LOAN PROGRAM

Pay

• Do you possess and attached a POST Certificate to your application?
• Do you possess a valid California Class "C" driver’s license?
• Do you possess a high school diploma or equivalent?

Schedule

Not specified.