Police Officer-Lateral

City of Elk Grove•Elk Grove, CA

6d•Onsite

About The Position

The City of Elk Grove is now accepting applications for the position of POLICE OFFICER - LATERAL. Salary placement will be based on years of service. You can earn up to $155,577.24 annually with POST, educational incentives, holiday in lieu, and special assignment pays. This is a sworn position designed specifically for individuals currently employed as a Sworn Police Officer with another agency and who possess a California P.O.S.T. Basic Peace Officer certificate. A California P.O.S.T. Basic Peace Officer certificate MUST be attached to the application in order to be considered for this position. This recruitment will be used to fill existing vacancies and to establish an eligibility list.

Requirements

Must possess an Associate's degree, or 60 college units, from an accredited college or university.
Four (4) years of U.S. Military Service with an honorable discharge or a reservist member with a Joint Service Transcript showing 60 credits can be substituted for the sixty (60) unit requirement.
Possession of a CA P.O.S.T. Intermediate Certificate can be substituted for the sixty (60) unit requirement.
Minimum of one (1) year of recent law enforcement experience equivalent to that of a Peace Officer as defined by P.O.S.T.
This is a sworn position designed specifically for individuals currently employed as a Sworn Police Officer with another agency and who possess a California P.O.S.T. Basic Peace Officer certificate.
A California P.O.S.T. Basic Peace Officer certificate MUST be attached to the application in order to be considered for this position.
Possession of an appropriate, valid California driver's license by the time of appointment.
Must possess a current California POST Basic Peace Officer Certificate.
Incumbent will need to pass a background investigation which includes a polygraph, psychological and medical evaluation.
Must be at least 21 years of age at the time of hire.
Police Officers must serve a 12-month probationary period.
Retired CalPERS members may apply only if they are planning to voluntarily reinstate from retirement.
Knowledge of Elk Grove police department organizational structure.
Knowledge of Police policy and procedures, including patrol, crime prevention, traffic control, investigation and identification techniques.
Knowledge of Police records and reports.
Knowledge of First aid techniques.
Knowledge of Criminal law and criminal procedure with particular reference to the apprehension, arrest, and custody of persons committing misdemeanors and felonies, including rules of evidence pertaining to the search and seizure and the preservation of evidence in traffic and criminal cases.
Knowledge of Offensive and defensive weapons classification and theory.
Knowledge of Self-defense tactics.
Knowledge of Interview and interrogation techniques.
Ability to use computer and related software.
Ability to learn, understand, interpret and apply laws and regulation.
Ability to prepare concise and comprehensive written reports.
Ability to gather and evaluate facts and evidence, draw logical conclusions and make proper recommendations.
Ability to read street maps.
Ability to read, understand and adhere to departmental policies, instruction, laws and regulations.
Ability to analyze situations and to adopt a quick, effective and reasonable course of action in emergency and stressful situations.
Ability to develop skill in the use of firearms.
Ability to earn the use and care of automobiles and other equipment.
Ability to meet and deal with the public tactfully and effectively.
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work.
Ability to communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing.
Ability to speak, read and write fluent English.
Ability to work a variety of shift schedules, including 8, 9, 10, 12-hour shift configurations and on call.
Ability to show command presence.
Ability to successfully complete field training programs.

Responsibilities

Provides law enforcement and crime prevention work by utilizing community policing and problem oriented strategies.
Controls traffic flow and enforce State and local traffic regulations.
Performs investigative work.
Participates in and provides support and assistance to special department crime prevention and enforcement programs.
Patrol designated areas of the City in a radio-equipped car, motorcycle or on foot.
Enforce City, County, State and Federal laws.
Respond to calls related to the protection of life and property, traffic incidents, and other required emergencies.
Conduct both preliminary and follow-up investigations of disturbances, prowlers, burglaries, thefts, hold-ups, vehicle accidents, death, and other criminal incidents.
Make arrests; interview victims, complainants, and witnesses; interrogate suspects.
Testify and present evidence in court.
Preserve, collect, process, photograph, and present evidence using scientific techniques including fingerprint, fibers, blood, and related physical evidence.
Contact and cooperate with other law enforcement agencies in matters relating to the apprehension of offenders and the investigation of offenses.
Prepare reports on arrests made, activities performed, and unusual incidents.
Search, fingerprint, and transport prisoners.
Assist and advise motorists and enforce traffic safety laws by issuing citations and warnings.
Observe, monitor, direct, and control routine and unusual traffic conditions.
Maintain contact with citizens regarding potential law enforcement problems and preserve good relationships with the general public, co-workers, supervisors, and city employees.
Assist in the performance of special investigative and crime prevention duties as required.
Schedule and implement crime prevention and educational programs.
Serve warrants and subpoenas; retrieve and request information involving arrests and subpoenas.
File complaints and perform other work related to the processing of misdemeanor and felony complaints.
Actively collaborate with all city schools to provide the highest level of safety to students and faculty.
Administer first aid as necessary.