Pre-Service Police Officer

Salary: $82,416.00 – $110,460.00 Annually

Position Summary:

Under direct supervision, a Police Officer will perform a variety of peace officer duties in the enforcement of laws, the protection of persons and property, crime prevention and suppression; perform assignments in specialized areas including; motorcycle patrol, K-9 programs, street crime prevention, gang suppression, community oriented policing, and related program areas. Additionally, a Police Officer will perform a variety of duties relative to an assigned area responsibility. The ideal candidate exhibits a strong leadership, innovation, collaboration, and a commitment to service. The City is looking for individuals willing to join a culture that embraces industry best practices and innovation through collaboration with internal and external stakeholders.

Essential Functions:

1. Performs a variety of peace officer duties in the enforcement of laws, the protection of persons and property, and crime prevention and suppression; performs assignments in specialized areas including motorcycle patrol, K-9 program, street crime prevention, gang suppression, community oriented police and related program areas.
2. Enforces state, local and federal laws and ordinances; issues verbal warnings and citations; pursues and apprehends suspects; coordinates crime scene control and investigation activities.
3. Patrols a designated area of the City to ensure security of life and property, observe situations and deter or prevent the commission of crimes; enforce traffic and other laws and ordinances.
4. Responds to general public service and crime victim calls, traffic hazards, stray animal reports and related misdemeanors and felony incidents; deploys police dog to protect self and others as assigned.
5. Plans, executes, writes and serves search warrants; search suspects, vehicles, residences and buildings for evidence, contraband, and lost or missing people.
6. Serves arrest warrants; makes arrests for crimes committed under penal and institute codes; performs booking procedures for new prisoners; contacts and interviews suspects and witnesses to gain additional information.
7. Processes and stores evidence and property found at various crime scenes; maintains records and enters data into computer as necessary.
8. Investigates traffic accidents and incidents; responds to calls; requests emergency services as required; provides traffic and crowd control.
9. Prepares a variety of reports and documents on assigned cases; prepares and maintains files; ensures documentation of all case activities.
10. Reviews and investigates reports related to vehicle theft/accidents and cellular phone fraud; identifies locations of illicit drug use and sales.
11. Provides assistance in a variety of investigations relative to assigned area of responsibility including narcotics, crime suppression and theft; gathers information from witnesses and informants; interviews suspects; prepares reports and follows up on investigations.
12. Testifies in court and associated hearings; prepares and processes documents and reports as assigned.
13. Maintains and operates specialized police surveillance equipment including transmitters, radios and cameras.
14. Perform related duties and responsibilities as required; within the scope of this classification.

Requirements:

• Graduation from High School or equivalent and successful completion of a Peace Officer Standards and Training (POST) certified Police Academy.
• Possession of a valid California POST Basic Certificate or a valid California POST Basic Course Waiver at time of application.
• Possession of, or ability to obtain, a valid California Class C Driver’s License and a satisfactory driving record.
• Must currently be employed as a sworn Peace Officer, in good standing.
• Must be at least 21 years of age.
• Must successfully complete a comprehensive POST background investigation, physical examination and psychological evaluation.
• Must possess U.S. Citizenship at time of appointment