Police Officer - Lateral/Academy Graduate



Job Details

Police Officer - Lateral/Academy Graduate
Employer

City of Pinole

Salary

$71,900.19 - $87,395.36 Annually

Location

The City of Pinole, CA

Job Type

Full Time - 40 Hours

Job Number

PD-PO-01

Department

Police Department

Opening Date

07/31/2017

Closing Date

Continuous

Job Description

This sworn, working-level law enforcement class performs all non-supervisory assignments found in a municipal police department.  While incumbents are normally assigned to a specific geographic area for patrol or traffic enforcement, all functional areas of the law enforcement field, including investigation, are included due to the size and organization of the department. This class is distinguished from Police Sergeant in that the latter is the first supervisory level in this sworn class series. 

This class receives general supervision from a Police Sergeant or Police Commander, depending upon assignment.  No direct supervision is provided, however, direction may be provided to other officers and part-time Cadet, Reserve Officer or volunteer staff on a project basis.

Duties include but are not limited to:
  • Patrols the City within an assigned area in a radio dispatched automobile to secure life and property, observe situations and deter crime by providing high visibility.
  • Responds to emergency calls for service, disturbances, thefts, burglaries, vehicle accidents, domestic disputes, suspicious activities and other incidents to protect public safety and property, resolve problems, diffuse situations and enforce laws and ordinances.
  • Provides information, directions and assistance to the public in a variety of situations; takes reports and assists the public with complaints or unusual situations.
  • Observes, monitors and controls routine and unusual traffic situations; stops and warns drivers or issues citations as appropriate; provides direction and traffic control in accident or incident situations, special events or other congested situations.
  • Makes arrests and serves warrants and subpoenas; takes individuals into custody and may transport them for medical clearance and/or booking at a longer-term facility, as required.
  • Secures crime scenes and evidence; interviews suspects, victims and witnesses; collects and preserves evidence; performs complete investigations and/or cooperates with other law enforcement agencies providing investigative and case development support.
  • Assists the City Attorney or the District Attorney staff in preparing, documenting and developing cases and gathering information; testifies in court as required.
  • Prepares reports; prepares and maintains logs, records and accurate files.

Minimum Qualifications

  • LATERAL--Currently working as a Police Officer for a CA Law Enforcement Agency OR employed as a Police Officer for a CA Law Enforcement Agency within the past 36 months. 
  • ACADEMY GRADUATE--Graduate of a POST accredited Police Academy within the past 36 months.
  • Possess and maintain a valid California Class C Driver's License and a satisfactory driving record.
  • Must possess a valid Basic Certificate issued by the California State Commission on Peace Officer Standards and Training (POST).
  • Possess and maintain firearms qualification.

Working Conditions: Works inside and outside. Must be willing to work over time, extended shifts, evening, night, weekend, and holiday shifts. May be called back in emergency situations and work with exposure to difficult circumstances, including exposure to dangerous situations, hazardous situations and all weather conditions. Must be able to pass a detailed background investigation. May travel to sites outside of the City.
 
Physical Demands: Must maintain P.O.S.T. physical standards, including mobility and physical strength and stamina to respond to emergency situations and apprehend suspects, lift and push or pull individuals or objects weighing up to 100 pounds; ability to work in a standard office setting and to operate a motor vehicle; vision to maintain firearms qualification, to read printed materials and a computer screen, discern colors and work in a night setting; and hearing and speech to communicate in person, before groups and over the telephone and radio.

The City of Pinole offers a wide range of benefits. To view our Benefit Package, please visit our Benefit Matrix.

Employer
City of Pinole
Address
2131 Pear Street

Pinole, California, 94564
Phone
(510) 724-9006

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