Police Officer

Job Posting

Under the general supervision of a Police Sergeant, to perform law enforcement, crime prevention, traffic control, and crime investigation activities; to perform assigned, specialized law enforcement duties; to assist the public in a variety of ways; and to do related work as required. Police Officer is the full-time, experienced and trained, intermediate working level class for City law enforcement officers. Incumbents may rotate through various jobs and are expected to perform the full range of Police Officer law enforcement assignments. Duties may include specialized assignments such as, but not limited to, field training officer, criminal investigation, narcotics enforcement, public safety presentations, delinquency prevention, and other assignments. Work is performed under the general supervision of a Police Sergeant, and job assignments are typically performed with minimal guidance and supervision with the expectations that incumbents have the ability to choose among alternatives in completing tasks. Work is typically performed in a variety of emergency and non-emergency situations which may involve exposure to potential personal danger. Some moderate to heavy physical labor and activity may be needed in certain situations. Outdoor work may include inclement weather. Assignments are occasionally performed in unpleasant or risky conditions. In addition to other City requirements, any offer of employment for a Police Officer is conditional upon the candidate's successful completion of a background check, polygraph examination and extensive psychological testing.

• During this recruitment, if the department determines it is in the best interest of public safety, the department may select a qualified candidate from this pool to appoint a temporary or on-call Reserve Police Officer.

Examples of Duties

Patrols assigned areas in an automobile and on foot, checking for crime and dangerous conditions; enforces State and local laws and traffic ordinances; responds to calls from the public regarding crimes, preservation of the peace, and protection of life and property; pursues and apprehends suspects; conducts initial and follow-up investigations of crimes; interviews witnesses and victims of crimes and others who may have information relating to the whereabouts of suspects; conducts undercover investigations; assists and cooperates with other law enforcement and public safety agencies; serves warrants and makes arrests; prepares reports of incidents and investigations; searches crime scenes for physical evidence such as fingerprints, footprints, and tire marks; photographs crime scenes; transports, books, and has responsibility for the care and custody of detained persons; issues traffic citations and performs traffic control work; performs accident investigations; may serve as field training officer or officer-in-charge; may perform investigations or other specialized law enforcement work as assigned; performs a wide range of law enforcement and community assistance duties, including public safety education.

Typical Qualifications

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Education and Experience

High School diploma or GED required. Graduation from POST Academy required. Any combination of training and experience that would likely provide the required knowledge and abilities is qualifying. A typical way to obtain the requisite knowledge and abilities would be graduation from the POST academy and current experience working as a California peace officer.

Retirement : The City is a member of the Public Employees Retirement System (PERS). The City currently has 3 tiers of PERS retirement. The 1st tier (Classic PERS Members) applies to members employed by the City of Fortuna prior to March 1, 2012, receive 2.7% at 55, (three highest years) with a 7% employee contribution rate. The 2nd tier applies to current employees hired after March 1, 2012 and previous (Classic) PERS members with a break in PERS service of less than 6 months hired after January 1, 2013. Tier 2 Classic PERS Members receive 2% at 55, (three highest years) with a 7% employee contribution rate. The 3rd tier is the state mandated retirement formula effective January 1, 2013, which applies to New PERS Members, referred to as PEPRA, and previous members with a break in service greater than 6 months. Tier 3 PEPRA Members receive 2% at 62, (three highest years) with a 6.75% employee contribution rate. For the 2% at 62 formula (PEPRA) the employee contribution will change each fiscal year to be at least 50% of the normal cost rate as determined by PERS. Insurance : The City makes a substantial contribution towards medical, dental, optical and life insurance for employees and their families. Current medical coverage is through Anthem Blue Cross, vision insurance is through VSP and dental insurance is through Delta Dental. Employee and City contributions amounts may vary by fiscal year and detailed employee cost will be provided at time of hire. A variety of supplemental insurance coverages are also available through AFLAC. Employee Assistance Program : This program is provided at no cost to employees and includes counseling for family matters and substance abuse, and assistance with legal and financial issues. Deferred Compensation : The CalPERS deferred compensation plan is available to employees choosing to participate. Vacation : Employees receive two weeks after one year; three weeks after five years and four weeks after 10 years. Holidays : Thirteen paid holidays and two floating holidays annually. Sick Leave : Accrual at the rate of eight hours per month Other Benefits : To encourage Employees to reside within 20 miles of Fortuna, a residency incentive is given to eligible employees. Children of City employees are eligible to participate in certain City-sponsored recreation activities at no cost while employee is at work, including public skating, holiday recreation programs and the Summer Fun Program.

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