Police Officer - Entry Level

About the role

This position is designed for applicants who do not have prior experience as a Police Officer and who are not academy-trained. Applicants selected will be assigned to the Police Academy, and upon successful completion, will be sworn in as a Police Officer.

Responsibilities

• Operate police motor vehicles, radio communications equipment, computer equipment, firearms and weapons
• Interpret and apply state public safety laws, codes, and local ordinances
• Prepare and present clear, accurate and concise police reports and statistical records
• Analyze solutions to law enforcement problems
• Congnect clearly and effectively, both orally or in writing
• Accurately recall circumstances regarding traffic incidents or crime reports
• Exercise tact and diplomacy in maintaining self-control in provocative or confrontational situations
• Think logically and maintain alertness in emergency situations
• Relate effectively with persons from diverse social, ethnic, political and racial backgrounds and age groups

Requirements

• Must possess and maintain a valid California Class C driver's license, satisfactory driving record and evidence of insurance
• Must have the ability to successfully complete a California POST basic academy training
• Legally authorized under federal law to work in the United States
• Must be 21 years of age or older at time of appointment
• Must be physically fit to perform the job including corrected or uncorrected vision of 20/20 or better; physical strength and agility to perform foot pursuit and physical restraint of suspects

Qualifications

• Education/Training/Experience: High school diploma or equivalent is required.

Skills

• Ability to learn, understand, and interpret laws, ordinances, departmental policies, and regulations
• Analyze situations and adopt a quick, effective, and reasonable course of action
• Write clear and accurate reports
• Establish and maintain effective relationships and to deal tactfully and effectively with the public

Benefits

• Medical Insurance: Several CalPERS health plans are available. The City pays a flat rate portion of the premium according to the bargaining unit agreement.
• Dental Insurance: Three (3) plans are available. The City pays a flat rate portion of the premium according to the bargaining unit agreement.
• Vision Insurance: The City pays a flat rate portion of the premium. The Employee may pay a portion of the insurance premium according to the bargaining unit agreement and this benefit is voluntary.
• Life Insurance: Amount of coverage is based on the employee bargaining unit. The City pays a flat rate portion of the premium according to the bargaining unit agreement.
• Retirement: CalPERS 2% @ 60 with a 8% employee contribution (classic); new members 2% @ 62 with a 50% of the normal cost plus 1% cost sharing (PEPRA).

Pay

Paid at the trainee hourly rate upon graduation from the academy, the Police Officer Trainee will be sworn in as a Police Officer and assume the full duties, starting salary and benefits of that position.

Schedule

Work schedule is either a 3/12.5 work week or a 4/10 work week schedule for special assignments. Ability to work extended hours in order to meet shift needs, complete reports, attend meetings, or conduct police business.

Additional Information

• Public Employee Disaster Service Worker: Required to perform assigned disaster service worker duties in the event of an emergency or a disaster.
• Equal Opportunity Employer: Does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, creed, ancestry, national origin, gender, marital status, sexual orientation, religion, age, veteran status or disability.