Police Officer (Laterals or Academy Enrollees)

Pittsburg, CA
Pittsburg Police Department

Salary: $85,368.00 – $165,864.00 Annually

Position Summary:

Pittsburg Police Officers perform general police work in the area of traffic control and enforcement, crime prevention, law enforcement, investigation, and community policing. Within their designated beat, the Police Officer patrols the area to preserve law and order, prevent and discover the commission of crimes, and enforce traffic regulations. Police officers may be assigned to special assignments such as SWAT, Narcotics, Investigations, K9, or another specialized division. To this end, the Department is committed to forging an alliance with the residents served by providing police services that are fair, professional, and respectful of the dignity of all individuals.

Essential Functions:

  • Patrols assigned areas by car, foot, motorcycle, or bicycle; performs crime suppression and prevention activities; answers special calls; conducts initial and follow-up investigations including burglaries, robberies, death, suicides, theft, felonies and other law violations; answers complaints including domestic disturbances, health code and local ordinance violations; investigates suspicious circumstances.
  • Enforces traffic laws; controls and directs traffic when necessary; performs crowd control, special event or riot duties; assists in crime prevention activities and the control of juvenile delinquency; administers first aid in cases of emergency; books prisoners in the City jail and assists in their custody, care and welfare.
  • Obtains and processes evidence; takes written statements; prepares required reports and maintains investigative records; serves warrants and subpoenas; testifies in court in connection with prosecution of offenders. Furnishes information and direction to the public.
  • Responds to questions, concerns and requests for service from the general public; provides information as appropriate and resolves complaints.
  • Participates in training courses and programs.
  • Establishes positive working relationships with representatives of community organizations, state/local agencies and associations, City management and staff, and the public.

Requirements:

  • Must possess of a Basic Certificate from P.O.S.T. or be enrolled in a California Police Officer Standards and Training Basic Academy.
  • 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
  • Must be at least 21 years of age at the time of appointment
  • Must possess of a Basic Certificate from P.O.S.T. at the time of appointment to Police Officer.
  • Possession of, or ability to obtain, a valid Class C California driver’s license and proof of auto liability insurance is required.
  • Of good moral character; Satisfactory completion of a thorough background investigation. Must have not been convicted for a crime which could have resulted in state or federal imprisonment. 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.