Police Officer (Sworn) • •UP TO $10,000 SIGN ON BONUS AVAILABLE • •

Police Officer

In accordance with the community-based policing philosophy and under general supervision, perform a variety of duties in the enforcement of laws, the protection of persons and property, crime prevention, control traffic flow and enforce State and local regulations, safe operation of police units, and a variety of technical and administrative tasks in support of the police department. Sign on bonuses available. - Lateral $10,000.00, Academy Complete $3,500.00

Example Of Duties

Respond to calls for police service in an assigned patrol beat, whether on foot, bicycle, motorcycle or car.

Handle calls as assigned, including any request for public services such as report of crimes, traffic related incidents, basic first aid in emergency situations, local ordinance concerns, misdemeanor or felony related incidents.

Performs duties in specialized assignment areas such as School Resource Officer, Police Area Representative, Emergency Service Team, Police Athletic League, and Investigations.

Plan, write, and execute search or arrest warrants as required for contraband, suspects, or evidence related to persons, vehicles, residences or other facilities.

Handle booking of suspects in accordance with appropriate laws.

Interview witnesses and protect the integrity of all crime scene investigations.

Properly process and store evidence in accordance with law and department policy.

Prepare cases for submission to the District Attorney and testify in court regarding case investigations as needed.

Assist investigators and perform as Officer in Charge in the absence of a sergeant.

Conduct surveillance, intelligence gathering, and specialized investigation of crimes as part of investigation assignments.

Provide technical crime scene investigation, including photography, fingerprint collection and processing to ensure criminal prosecution with the District Attorney.

Maintain a case log and close out cases in a timely manner.

Typical Qualifications

Meet all CA POST Requirements :

The minimum peace officer selection standards are set forth in Government Code Sections 1029, 1031, and 1031.4. Every California peace officer must be :

• Free from any disqualifications for employment, including felony convictions (GC 1029)
• Legally authorized to work in the United States by federal law
• At least 21 years of age for specified peace officers (GC 1031.4)
• Fingerprinted for purposes of search of local, state, and national fingerprint files to disclose any criminal record
• Of good moral character, as determined by a thorough background investigation
• A high school graduate, pass the General Education Development test or other high school equivalency test approved by CDE, or have attained a two-year, four-year, or advanced degree from an accredited or approved institution.
• Found to be free from any physical, emotional, or mental condition, including bias against race or ethnicity, gender, nationality, religion, disability, or sexual orientation, which might adversely affect the exercise of the powers of a peace officer.

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Supplemental Information

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Working Conditions : The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Work is performed in both office and field settings on a rotating shift schedule in all weather conditions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to sit, and talk or hear. The employee is occasionally required to stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle, or operate objects, controls, or equipment; reach with hands and arms; climb or balance; run, stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl; and taste or smell. The employee may be required to carry, drag, or restrain individuals from 50 to 300 pounds and lift in excess of 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus. Conditions present high stress and threat to personal safety during periods of search and seizure and arrest; may be exposed to toxic materials, bloodborne pathogens and other infectious environments, and moderate to excessive noise; have to deal with unruly or dangerous individuals, unsafe building sites and deadly force; may be required to extend work schedule during emergency situations.

Benefits Overview

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