Police Officer (Academy Graduate/ Participant/ FTO)

City of Hayward, CA • Hayward, CA

346d • $5,837 - $6,125

About The Position

The City of Hayward is accepting applications for Police Officer--Academy Graduates and Academy Participants. Police Officers at the City of Hayward perform a wide variety of law enforcement assignments including but not limited to: patrol, traffic control, criminal and juvenile investigation, and radio communication. These require operating a patrol car or motorcycle, arresting and citing violators of laws, writing reports, serving warrants, testifying in court and providing information to the public. Those candidates who are currently participating in the Police Academy would be hired as a Police Officer Trainee ($5,837-$6,125). The Police Officer Trainee is hired into a civilian position for the period of time they are assigned to the police academy. Upon successful completion of training at the academy, Trainees will then be sworn in and appointed to the classification of Police Officer. Police Officer Trainee benefits are limited to those of a civilian employee.

Requirements

• Must have successfully completed a California POST approved Basic Police Academy with a valid California POST Academy Certificate; OR currently attending a POST approved Basic Police Academy and/or has been accepted to a POST approved Basic Police Academy.
• One (1) year in a law enforcement agency within the last thirty-six (36) months and possession of a current Basic California P.O.S.T Certificate.
• Currently employed by a law enforcement agency and have successfully passed a field training officer (FTO) program, but have yet to complete probation.
• Successful completion of a California Basic P.O.S.T approved academy certificate obtained within the past eighteen (18) months from date of application is desirable.
• High school diploma or equivalent. Possession of an Associate's degree or Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution is desirable.
• Free of any felony convictions.
• A citizen of the United States or a permanent resident alien who is eligible for and has applied for citizenship.
• Age, not less than 21 years at time of appointment.
• Vision in each eye, correctable to at least 20/30.
• Must pass a background investigation.
• Must meet all Department medical, physical and psychological standards.
• Possession and maintenance of a valid Class C California Driver's License.

Nice To Haves

• Possession of an Associate's degree or Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution.

Responsibilities

• Patrols the assigned area on foot or in patrol vehicle, makes routine security checks, inspects places of possible disorder and keeps alert to discover suspect circumstances or persons.
• Operates a patrol car, motorcycle, or other vehicle.
• Responds to radio and telephone dispatches and appears at scene or disorder or crime.
• Resolves disputes, admonishes individuals, responds to accidents and provides emergency first aid.
• Arrests and cites violators of laws and ordinances.
• Investigates calls and complaints.
• Investigates traffic accidents.
• Prepares and documents cases; writes reports; serves warrants and subpoenas; and testifies in court.
• Writes citations.
• Investigates conditions hazardous to life or property.
• Coordinates crime scene control; makes initial investigations of crimes and crime scenes.
• Assists Detectives and other investigators in crime investigation.
• Watches for suspicious cars, curfew violators and wanted persons.
• Operates two-way radio equipment.
• Takes fingerprints and photographs and processes evidence.
• Assists in booking and jailing prisoners.
• Processes and transports prisoners.
• Directs traffic.
• Questions suspects and witnesses.
• Provides information, directions, other services and assistance to the public.
• Inspects patrol cars/motorcycles, equipment and weapons to ensure proper operation.
• Prepares for and participates in planned events; stands and directs traffic at collision scenes and demonstrations; controls crowds; and cooperates with City, State and other agencies to secure areas at special events or crime scenes.
• Participates in special details and assignments.
• May serve as a field training officer.

Benefits

• Hiring bonus of up to $10,000 disbursed in four equal phases.
• Police Officer Trainee benefits are limited to those of a civilian employee.
• Minimum of 9 training days per year.
• Incentive pay for Detectives who work investigations.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Executive, Legislative, and Other General Government Support
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 501-1,000 employees