City of La Habra
Entry Level Police Officer
$21.42 Hourly
$3,712.80 Monthly
$44,553.60 Annually
La Habra, CA
Full-time
00024
Police Department
Operations
11/29/2017
$21.42 Hourly
$3,712.80 Monthly
$44,553.60 Annually
La Habra, CA
Full-time
00024
Police Department
Operations
11/29/2017
Description
- Applications will be accepted on a CONTINUOUS BASIS. Apply early. This position may close at any time without notice.
Centrally located in Southern California, the City of La Habra is the northernmost community in Orange County, just 20 miles southeast of Los Angeles. When the City incorporated in 1925, agriculture and oil dominated the local economy. Over the past 20 years, the City has invested heavily in economic development, capital improvements and wide ranging beautification efforts.
Today, the City is home to a population of 62,635 within La Habra's 7.3 square miles. Nearly 43 percent of the population falls within the age range of 25-54. Population ethnicity is broken down to 49 percent Hispanic, 41 percent White, 6 percent Asian/Pacific Islander and 2 percent Black. Despite the City's growth and progress, it has successfully retained its noble heritage as "A Caring Community".
Would you like to be part of a team that believes in investing in partnerships with the community, proactive crime prevention, community education and overall effective police work?
If, so the City of La Habra Police Department features:- Patrol Services (3/12.5 work schedule)
- SWAT; North County SWAT
- Traffic- Motors/Commercial Enforcement/Fatal Accidents/Reconstruction Team
- Investigations- General (Robbery/ Homicide/Family Crimes/Property and Economic Crimes) Special (Gangs and Narcotics)
- Regional Task Force
- School Resource Officer
- Canine (Two handlers)
- Explorer Advisor
Examples of Duties
Operate police motor vehicles, radio communications equipment, computer equipment, firearms and weapons; interpret and apply state public safety laws, codes, and local ordinances; prepare and present clear, accurate and concise police reports and statistical records; analyze solutions to law enforcement problems; convey clear instructions or execute commands; establish and maintain effective working relationships with other divisions, police management, city departments, public and private agencies, community groups and the general public; communicate effectively, both orally or in writing; accurately recall circumstances regarding traffic incidents or crime reports; exercise tact and diplomacy in maintaining self-control in provocative or confrontational situations; think logically and maintain alertness in emergency situations; relate effectively with persons from diverse social, ethnic, political and racial backgrounds and age groups.
Ability to work extended hours in order to meet shift needs, complete reports, attend meetings, or conduct police business.Work Schedule: 3/12.5 work week schedule or 4/10 work week schedule for Special AssignmentsTypical Qualifications
- Driver License: Valid Class C California driver license, acceptable driving record, and evidence of insurance are required.Age: Must be 21 years of age or older at time of appointment.
Citizenship: Must be a citizen of the United States OR permanent resident alien who is eligible for and has already applied for citizenship.
Education: High School graduation or G.E.D. is required.
Vision: 20/100 , correctable to 20/20 with normal color vision and depth perception. Supplemental Information
- The selection process may include but is not limited to a written exam, physical agility test, oral interview, polygraph examination, background check, medical examination and a psychological evaluation. Once selected the applicant will attend a POST approved academy at the choose of La Habra Police Department.
- Employer
- City of La Habra
- Phone
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562-383-4079
- Website
- http://www.lahabraca.gov
- Address
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110 E. La Habra Blvd.
La Habra, California, 90631
- Employer
- City of La Habra
- Phone
- 562-383-4079
- Website
- http://www.lahabraca.gov
- Address
-
110 E. La Habra Blvd.
La Habra, California, 90631
- Entry Level Police Officer Supplemental Questionnaire
- * QUESTION 1
- Do you have a valid California class C drivers license, acceptable driving record, and evidence of insurance?
- * QUESTION 2
- Do you have the ability to work extended hours in order to meet the needs of the department, complete assigned work, and attend meetings or events as needed?
- * QUESTION 3
- What is your highest education completed?
- * QUESTION 4
- Employees who become department employees on or January 1, 1987, shall as a condition of their continued employment, refrain from smoking tobacco or any other non-tobacco substance at any time on or off duty. Do you understand that violation of this condition of employment shall be deemed good cause for dismissal if you should be employed by the City of La Habra?
- * QUESTION 5
- Can you meet the minimum vision requirements of 20/100, correctable to 20/20 with normal color vision and depth perception?
- * QUESTION 6
- Are you a citizen of United States or have you applied for U.S. Citizen at least six months prior to the submittal of your employment application?
- * QUESTION 7
- Are you at least 21 years of age or within 6 months of turning 21 (are you currently at least 20-1/2 years of age? )
- * QUESTION 8
- Have you used narcotics or other habit-forming drugs (other than prescribed) within the last year?
- * QUESTION 9
- Have you ever been convicted of a felony?
- * QUESTION 10
- Have you ever been convicted of any act of domestic violence?
- * QUESTION 11
- Have you ever been convicted of a crime against a child?
- * QUESTION 12
- I understand that as part of the qualifying process for Entry Level Police Officer, i will have a polygraph examination, psychological evaluation, a physical examination including controlled substances screening, and a thorough background investigation. I will also be required to complete a detailed personal history statement. Any falsification of information or failure to meet the standards listed above will result in my disqualification.
- * QUESTION 13
- I understand that an incomplete application may lead to disqualification from the recruitment process and I have supplied all the applicable information in my application. Leaving items blank or noting "See Resume" are not acceptable.
- * QUESTION 14
- How did you hear about this position?
- * Required Question