Police Officer - Lateral Entry
Description
Successful Lateral Candidates will be paid $10,000.00 at the time of hire and $10,000.00 after successful completion of the Field Training Program and Probationary Period
Applications will be accepted on a CONTINUOUS BASIS. Apply early. This position may close at any time without notice.
- Be currently employed as a Peace Officer in good standing by a California-authorized jurisdiction.
- Successfully completed your Field Training Program with your current agency.
- Possess or qualify for a California P.O.S.T. Basic Certificate.
Examples of Duties
Under general supervision, patrols an assigned area, enforces public safety laws, codes, and regulations, maintains order, prevents, detects and investigates crime, and carries out special assignments in the protection of life and property; and does related work as required.
- Ability to work extended hours in order to meet shift needs, complete reports, attend meetings, or conduct police business.
- Work Schedule: 3/12.5 work week schedule or 4/10 work week schedule for Special Assignment.
Typical Qualifications
- QUALIFYING KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES: Candidates must possess, or be eligible for, a P.O.S.T. Basic Certificate.
Valid Class C California driver license, acceptable driving record, and evidence of insurance are required.
Testing Process: Includes an oral interview, polygraph, background investigation, psychological examination, and a medical examination including a drug/alcohol screening. - PHYSICAL TASKS AND WORK ENVIRONMENT CONDITIONS: - Work is performed both inside and outside in seasonal climate and weather conditions. Slippery surfaces, oily conditions, dust, dirt, and odors are conditions frequently encountered. Must constantly work with noise from traffic and police radio. Position requires availability to work weekends, evenings, holidays, on-call and overtime. Physical demands include constant arm and leg movements, fine finger dexterity, use of both hands, driving, standing, and sitting for long periods of time. Bending, stooping, lifting, running, squatting and climbing is also required. The incumbent must also be able to lift up to 75 pounds, carry, drag, pull and push objects and persons weighing at least 165 pounds; stand for extended periods of time such as in guarding a crime scene; run for extended periods of time such as in foot pursuit of suspects; distinguish colors and observe and recognize people, vehicles and environmental conditions during the day and night; recall details concerning incidents, people and occurrences to write thorough, accurate and complete reports; hear radio transmissions in noisy environments such as in a busy intersection; maintain composure and good judgment while under stress.
Special Conditions
- Public Employee Disaster Service Worker: In accordance with Government Code Section 3100, all La Habra city employees are required to perform assigned disaster service worker duties in the event of an emergency or a disaster.
Supplemental Information
- The selection process may include but is not limited to a oral interview, polygraph examination, background check, medical examination and a psychological evaluation.
Candidates may be appointed at Step "B" or higher depending qualifications and experience. Candidates are eligible to compete in promotional examinations after one year with the Department.
New Lateral Police Officers hired by the City on or after July 1, 2017, are eligible for a signing bonus of $10,000, paid in two installments. The first $5,000 installment will be paid upon hire and the second $5,000 installment will be paid after successful completion of the required probationary period.
MEDICAL INSURANCE
Several CalPERS health plans are available. The City pays a flat rate portion of the premium according to the bargaining unit agreement.
https://www.calpers.ca.gov/page/active-members/health-benefits/plans-and-rates
DENTAL INSURANCE
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 mandatory.
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.
RETIREE
Public Safety (Sworn) employees hired after January 1, 2013 and who are new to CalPERS, or are returning CalPERS members with a break in service greater than six months, will be enrolled in the 2.7% @ 57 retirement plan formula and will be required to pay 50% of the normal CalPERS cost. Public Safety (Sworn) employees hired after January 1, 2013 who are deemed to be existing CalPERS members, will be enrolled in the 2% @ 50 CalPERS benefit formula.
RETIREE HEALTH SAVINGS (RHS)
Employee contributes 2% - 3% of their salary based on their years of service to a Retirement Health Savings (RHS) account.
DEFERRED COMPENSATION
The City offers MissionSquare Retirement (formerly ICMA-RC) as its deferred compensation administrator. This is a voluntary benefit with no City contribution.
VACATION
Earned at the rate of ten (10) working days per year for the first four (4) years of service. Additional vacation may be earned by employees after five (5) years of service.
SICK LEAVE
Accumulated on the basis of ten (10) hours per month.
PERSONAL DAY
Employees recieve one personal day off each year.
HOLIDAYS
An average of eleven (11) holidays per year.
Application Questions
- Do you have valid California class C driver license, acceptable driving record, and evidence of insurance?
Yes
No - Do you have the ability to work extended hours in order to meet the needs of the department, complete assigned work, and attend meetings or events as needed?
Yes
No - What is your highest education completed?
No Diploma
High School or G.E.D.
Some College - 59 unit or less
Some College- more than 60 units
Associate's Degree
Bachelor's Degree
Master's Degree - Employees who become department employees on or after January 1, 1987, shall, as a condition of their continued employment, refrain from smoking tobacco or any other non-tobacco substance at any time on or off duty. Do you understand that violation of this condition of employment shall be deemed cause for dismissal if you should be employed by the City of La Habra?
Yes
No - Can you meet the minimum vision requirement of 20/100, correctable to 20/20 with normal color vision and depth perception?
Yes
No - Are you a citizen of the United States or have you applied for U.S. Citizenship at least six months prior to the submittal of your employment application?
Yes
No - Are you at least 21 years of age or within 6 months of turning 21 (are you currently at least 20- 1/2 years of age)?
Yes
No - Have you used narcotics or other habit-forming drugs (other than prescribed) within the last year?
Yes
No - Have you ever been convicted of a felony?
Yes
No - Have you ever been convicted of any act of domestic violence?
Yes
No - Have you ever been convicted of a crime against a child?
Yes
No - I understand that a part of the qualifying process for Police Officer, I will have a polygraph examination, psychological evaluation, a physical examination including controlled substances screening, and a thorough background investigation. I will also be required to complete a detailed personal history statement. Any falsification of information or failure to meet the standards listed above will result in my disqualification.
By clicking here, I submit my electronic signature acknowledging that I have read and understand the testing process for Police Officer. - Have you ever been convicted of a crime against a child?
Yes
No - How did you hear about this position?
Billboard
City Website
POST Website
CATO Website
Other Websites
Friend or Family Member
City Employee - Will you be able to provide proof of COVID-19 vaccination?
Yes
No
Contact Information
Employer
City of La Habra
Address
110 E. La Habra Blvd.
La Habra, California, 90631
Phone
562-383-4079
Website
http://www.lahabraca.gov