Police Officer

Red Bluff, CA
Red Bluff Police Department

Salary: $69,200.82 – $107,416.92 Annually

Position Summary:

Perform all classes of law enforcement work. Duties include, but are not limited to, performing general police work in the prevention of crime and the enforcement of law and order; to carry out special assignments in a particular phase of police work; and to do related work as required. Enforce State and Local laws; issue citations; make arrests; testify in court; knowledge of laws and court procedures.

Essential Functions:

  • Patrols the City in radio equipped car, answers calls for the protection of life and property and the enforcement of City, County and State laws; may conduct both preliminary and follow-up investigations of disturbances, prowlers, burglaries, thefts, holdups, vehicle accidents, death and other criminal incidents;
  • Makes arrests as necessary; interviews victims, complainants, witnesses and suspects; gathers and preserves evidence; testifies and presents evidence in court;
  • Administers first aid; contacts and cooperates with other law enforcement agencies in matters relating to the investigation of crimes and the apprehension of offenders;
  • Prepares reports of arrests made, investigations conducted and unusual incidents observed; serves warrants and subpoenas; while on patrol, stops drivers who are operating vehicles in violation of laws; warns drivers against unlawful practices; issues citations and makes arrests as necessary;
  • Checks buildings for physical security; attends and polices special events and other emergency or congested situations; maintains contact with citizens regarding potential law enforcement problems and preserves good relationships with the general public; performs related duties as assigned.
  • Provides traffic control at vehicle accidents, special events or other emergencies; may be assigned to patrol on bicycle, horseback, motorcycle or on foot.

Requirements:

  • Possession of a California POST Basic Police Academy Certificate.
  • Upon being hired the employee must successfully complete and pass the Red Bluff Police Department Field Training (FTO) program.
  • Any combination of training and experience that provides the required knowledge, skills and abilities necessary for the position; typical education would include a high school diploma or equivalent;
  • Candidates shall have met the minimum educational requirement for the position of police officer; successful completion of a California POST accredit Police Academy and a High School Diploma and/or GED.
  • Desired education would include, but not be limited to, an Associate in Arts/Science Degree and /or Bachelor in Arts/Science degree. Other relevant education would be considered as well.