POLICE OFFICER - LATERAL

Essential Job Functions

Police Officers perform general law enforcement duties and may have the opportunity to specialize in the selected fields of juvenile law; narcotic and dangerous drug enforcement; community relations; traffic enforcement and investigation; criminal investigation; and other equally challenging tasks.

Typical Qualifications

• High School graduation or GED equivalent
• College coursework from an accredited college or university is desirable
• Age minimum 21
• Valid California Class "C" Driver's License with an acceptable driving record is required
• All applicants must possess a California P.O.S.T. Basic Certificate
• All applicants must be currently employed for a minimum of 18 months with a California Police or Sheriff's Department or Highway Patrol

Examination

• The examination may consist of an oral board interview and written exercise
• Candidates must also pass a background investigation, psychological evaluation, and polygraph examination
• Prior to first day of hire, candidates must also pass a medical exam, which includes a drug screen

Selection Process

• Applicants with the strongest background relating to the responsibilities of this position will be invited to participate in the testing process
• The successful candidate will be required to pass a background check, Live Scan fingerprinting, and a pre-employment physical examination including a drug screen (for safety sensitive position) at no cost to the candidate

Working Conditions

• Must be able to physically restrain and control combative individuals
• Run, climb, stoop, bend, and reach
• Work in varied weather conditions
• Work shifts (both days and nights as assigned)
• Requires extensive and repetitive physical activity involving the arms, wrists, and hands, including writing and using a keyboard

Physical Standards

• Vision standard is 20/70 uncorrected; 20/30 corrected

Supplemental Information

EEO Statement: The City of West Covina is an Equal Opportunity Employer. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, the City will provide reasonable accommodation to qualified individuals with disabilities and encourages both prospective and current employees to discuss potential accommodations with the employer.

Employee Benefits – Police Officer: Holidays, Vacation, Sick Leave, Health Insurance, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Senior Officer Pay (Longevity), Retirement, Retiree Medical Benefit, Tuition Reimbursement, Education Incentive, Bilingual Skills Pay, Uniform Allowance, Bereavement Leave, and Working Conditions.