Police Officer - Academy Graduate

Hiring Bonus: Up to $7,000 for Academy Graduate candidates.

About the Role

Performs law enforcement and crime prevention work with the highest level of integrity; controls traffic flow and enforces State and local traffic regulations; conducts investigative work; participates in and supports special department crime prevention and enforcement programs.

General supervision is provided by a Police Sergeant. Technical or functional supervision may be provided by higher-level police personnel. Assignments may require direct or indirect supervision of sworn and non-sworn personnel.

Responsibilities

• Patrol city in radio-equipped car or on foot; answer calls for protection of life and property, and enforce City, County, and State laws.
• Conduct preliminary and follow-up investigations of disturbances, prowlers, burglaries, thefts, hold-ups, vehicle accidents, deaths, and other criminal incidents.
• Make arrests; interview victims, complainants, and witnesses; interrogate suspects; gather and preserve evidence; testify in court.
• Contact and cooperate with other law enforcement agencies for apprehension of offenders and investigation of offenses.
• Prepare reports of arrests, activities, and unusual incidents.
• Stop drivers violating traffic laws; issue citations and make arrests as necessary.
• Check buildings for physical security.
• Search, fingerprint, and transport prisoners.
• Direct traffic at fires, special events, and other emergency or congested situations.
• Maintain contact with citizens regarding potential law enforcement problems; preserve good relationships with the public.
• Perform community-based policing; collaborate with residents and businesses on problem-solving strategies to reduce crime.
• Administer first aid as necessary.

Requirements

• Completion of POST-approved academy within the last three years or no more than a three-year break in service as a California peace officer.
• POST Certificate must be attached to application at time of filing.
• Must be at least 21 years of age at time of application submission.
• High school graduate or recognized equivalent.
• Valid California Class “C” driver’s license with satisfactory driving record (required at time of employment and continuously throughout employment).
• Must meet POST Standards for a Peace Officer: http://post.ca.gov.

Qualifications

Knowledge of:

• Use and care of 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 bias 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 with community members, co-workers, and superiors.
• Function as a team player and engage with sworn and civilian personnel to create a harmonious work environment.