Police Officer - Lateral/Pre-Service

INTRODUCTION Are you a current Police Officer or Police Academy graduate looking for your next opportunity? Join us in the serving the best little beach City! Under general supervision, to perform general field patrol duties in the prevention of crime, enforcement of law and order and the safeguarding of the public; to control traffic flow and enforce state and local traffic regulations; to perform special assignments in the field of police work such as the investigation of criminal offenses or the control of juveniles; and to perform a variety of technical and administrative tasks in support of law enforcement services and activities. Police Officer Lateral/Pre-Service Job Flyer EXAMPLES OF DUTIES Patrols an assigned area on an assigned shift in a police unit or on foot to observe suspicious cars and persons, violations of traffic and other laws and disturbances of law and order;maintains awareness of and remains alert for wanted suspects, known criminals, stolen vehicles, missing persons, traffic violators, and crimes in progress;issues warnings and citations;responds to radio dispatchers and answers emergency calls and complaints including those involving automobile accidents, traffic hazards, misdemeanor and felony incidents, domestic disturbances, property control, civil complaints, and related incidents;renders first aid to injured or critically ill persons;serves warrants and makes arrests; pursues offenders when necessary;takes required action to protect scenes of accidents or crimes to preserve evidence;makes preliminary investigations of incidents and accidents including interviewing of victims and witnesses, locating missing witnesses and checking out leads;provides information, advice and counsel to the public and persons involved in incidents or accidents;directs traffic at fires, special events, and other emergency situations;with the aid of a police dog, assists in searches for lost children and fugitives and the control of disorderly crowds;performs specialized police investigative work involving the detection, investigation, and prosecution of criminal offenders;participates in special operations including covert surveillances and crime suppression details;prepares activity log and incident and accident reports;conducts follow-up investigations of crimes and misdemeanors;writes case reports and assists in preparation and presentation of cases for trial;investigates cases involving juveniles;participates in training courses and conferences;may serve as desk officer in receiving and answering complaints and dispatching calls;testifies in juvenile, civil, traffic, municipal, and criminal courts, and parole and DMV hearings, prepares and presents evidence, and responds to mandatory court calls during irregular hours;performs security checks of businesses, parks, and schools;may respond to requests for assistance from agencies outside the City for mutual aid in the suppression of civil disturbances, apprehension of criminals, or other related requests;may relieve superior in his/her absence or as directed. Qualifications Guidelines Knowledge, Skills & Abilities: Knowledge of: basic operations and standard operating procedures of a Police Department; pertinent federal, state, and local laws, codes, and regulations including laws governing the apprehension, arrest, and custody of persons accused of felonies, misdemeanors, and petty offenses; modern methods, procedures, and techniques used in providing the full range of law enforcement and crime prevention services and activities including investigation and identification, patrol, traffic control, juvenile programs, record keeping, records management, automated records systems, search and seizure, care and custody of persons and property, and crime prevention; care, maintenance, and operation of firearms and other modern police equipment; principles and practices of data collection and analysis; methods and techniques of report preparation and writing; principles and practices used in the identification, preservation, and presentation of evidence; techniques and applications of self defense and proper use of force; methods and techniques used in interviewing witnesses, victims, or suspects; investigative techniques, procedures, and sources of information; principles and applications of public relations; geography of the local area; standard broadcasting procedures of a police radio system; office procedures, methods, and equipment including computers and applicable software applications such as word processing, spreadsheets, and databases; occupational hazards and standard safety practices. Ability to: read and understand laws and regulations and departmental policies, rules and procedures, to other with an aptitude for law enforcement work; think clearly and act effectively in emergency situations; observe and remember names, faces and details of incidents; understand and follow written and oral directions; write clear and accurate reports; learn the use and care of small firearms; operate specialized law enforcement equipment including specialized police vehicles, radios, video systems, and radars; get along well with the public; meet established physical and medical standards; gather, assemble, analyze, evaluate, and use facts and evidence; interview victims, complainants, witnesses, and suspects; control violent people and affect arrests; work flexible hours, including nights, weekends, holidays, and varied shifts; understand and carry out oral and written directions; operate office equipment including computers and supporting word processing, spreadsheet, and database applications; communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing; establish and maintain effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work. Education and Experience: Any combination of training and experience which would provide the required knowledge and abilities is qualifying. A typical way to obtain this required knowledge would be: Educational achievement equivalent to graduation from high school and enrollment in or graduation from a P.O.S.T. approved police academy. College level course work and specialized training in law enforcement, criminal justice, or a related field is highly desirable. Licenses/Certificates: Possession of a valid Class C California Driver’s License with a safe driving record is required or the ability to get from point to point for meetings and trainings. Special Condition: Police Officers hired after March 1, 1988, must refrain from smoking tobacco or any other non-tobacco substance at any time, on or off duty. SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORKING ENVIRONMENT The conditions herein are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential job functions. Environment: Reactive emergency, natural or man-made disaster, and routine peace keeping environments with travel from site to site; the employee is regularly exposed to outside weather conditions; occasionally exposed to fumes or airborne particles, toxic or caustic chemicals, extreme cold, extreme heat, risk of electrical shock, risk of radiation, and vibration; exposed to potentially hostile environments; extensive public contact; the noise level in the work environment is usually moderate; however, the noise level is occasionally very loud due to sirens, firearm training, etc.; incumbents required to work various shifts, including evenings and weekends. Physical: Primary functions require sufficient physical ability to work in a law enforcement setting; an office setting; restrain or subdue individuals; walk, stand, sit, or run for prolonged periods of time; occasionally stoop, bend, kneel, crouch, reach, and twist; occasionally climb and balance; regularly push, pull, lift, and/or carry light to moderate weights; frequently lift and/or move moderate to heavy weights; occasionally lift and/or move heavy weights; operate office equipment including use of computer keyboard; requires a sense of touch, finger dexterity, and gripping with hands and fingers; ability to speak and hear to exchange information; ability to operate a vehicle to travel to various locations; ability to operate and use specialized law enforcement tools and equipment including guns and handcuffs; and to verbally communicate to exchange information. Vision: See in the normal visual range with or without correction. Hearing: Hear in the normal audio range with or without correction. $30,000 Sign-On Bonus A Sign-On bonus of up to $30,000 will be paid as follows: $5,000 when sworn-in as a Police Officer; $5,000 after six (6) months of service; $5,000 at the end of one (1) year probation; $5,000 at the end of the second year of service; $5,000 at the end of the third year of service; and $5,000 at the end of the fourth year of service Work Schedule: 3/36 schedule upon completion of the police academy. Vacation Leave Upon Hire: 96 hours per year of Vacation Leave5-7 Years of employment: 120 hours per year of Vacation Leave8-14 Years of employment: 136 hours per year of Vacation Leave15 Years of employment: 160 hours per year of Vacation Leave16 Years of employment: 168 hours per year of Vacation Leave17 Years of employment: 176 hours per year of Vacation Leave18 Years of employment: 184 hours per year of Vacation Leave19 Years of employment: 192 hours per year of Vacation Leave20 Years of employment: 200 hours per year of Vacation Leave Holidays: The City observes 12 holidays throughout the year. Sick Leave: Employees will accrue 10 hours of Sick Leave per month; increasing to 12 hours per month commencing on their fifteenth (15th) year. Longevity Increases Additional compensation of 5% above base salary upon commencement of the fifth (5th) year, tenth (10th) year, fifteenth (15th) year, and twentieth (20th) year of service. POST Certificate Pay & Education Incentive 5% above base salary for A.A./A.S. Degree or an Intermediate POST certificate. 10% above base salary for B.A./B.S. Degree or an Advanced POST certificate. Prior Service Credit Prior sworn law enforcement with another agency (maximum of 10 years) towards leave accruals and longevity. Specialty Assignment Premiums: Detective Division, Crime Impact Team, Field Training Officer, Traffic Officer, Task Force, Canine Officer City-Paid Deferred Compensation: A monthly contribution of $50. Retirement: California Public Employees’ Retirement System (CalPERS) retirement formula is based on appointment date and membership status with CalPERS. The City does not participate in Social Security but does participate in Medicare, which requires a 1.45% contribution by both the staff member and the City. INSURANCE Medical: Employees receive up to $1,931.04 per month to purchase medical insurance; premium cost above this amount is paid by the employee. Dental: Employees receive up to $226.30 per month to purchase dental insurance; premium cost above this amount is paid by the employee. Vision: Vision insurance is available for purchase Life: The City provides life insurance in the amount of $150,000. Short-term Disability and Long-term Disability: Benefits are provided through the Police Officers Association. Employee Assistance Program: The City provides coverage for the employee and eligible dependents. 01 What is your highest level of education? High School or G.E.DSome CollegeAssociate's DegreeBachelor's DegreeMaster's DegreeDoctorate or Juris DoctorNone of the above 02 Do you currently possess a valid California Driver's License? YesNoI have a valid driver's license in another state 03 If your driver's license is out of state, do you have the ability to obtain a California state driver's license by the time of appointment? YesNoNot Applicable 04 Are you currently employed as a sworn peace officer (as defined by California Penal Code sections 830.1 (a) and 830.2 (a)) with a California law enforcement agency? YesNo 05 Have you completed or are you enrolled in a Police Academy in the State of California within one year from the date of this online application submission? If yes, please attach Police Academy completion certification or proof of current enrollment. Yes, I have completed a Police Academy in the State of CaliforniaYes, I am currently enrolled in a Police Academy in the State of CaliforniaNo, I have not completed and am not currently enrolled in a Police Academy in the State of California Required Question