Police Officer & Lateral Police Officer

Position Summary:

Under general supervision to perform law enforcement and crime prevention work; to enforce State and local traffic regulations; to perform investigative work; to participate in, and provide support to, special department crime prevention and enforcement programs; and to perform a variety of technical law enforcement tasks.

Requirements:

• Possess current valid Certificate of Completion by California Police Officer Standards and Training
• POST certified basic academy at time of appointment
• Possess a high school diploma or G.E.D.
• Possess a valid California driver’s license and have a satisfactory driving record
• Be a U.S. Citizen or a permanent resident alien who is eligible, and has applied, for citizenship
• Be 21 years old at time of appointment
• Possess physical characteristics, including proportional height/weight, normal hearing & visual acuity (correctable to 20/30)
• Have appropriate communication skills, ability to solve problems, ability to learn, ability to make judgments under pressure, observational skills, a willingness to confront problems, interest in people, interpersonal sensitivity, a desire for self-improvement, appropriate grooming standards, dependability, integrity, physical ability, ability to operate a motor vehicle in emergency and non­emergency situations, and credibility as a witness in court
• Meet other background investigation, medical and psychological standards
• Spanish speaking ability is desirable, but not required