Police Officer - Pre Service

City of Palm Springs•Palm Springs, CA

43d•Onsite

About The Position

This position works at the Palm Springs Police Department providing services in the enforcement of laws including; the protection of persons and property, the prevention of crimes; the control of traffic flow and enforcement of State and local traffic regulations; and performing a variety of technical and administrative tasks in support of the Police Department.

Requirements

Completion of (or current enrollment in) a California P.O.S.T. Certified Police Academy, or previously employed as a Police Officer within the State of California, within twelve (12) months of application.
Must successfully pass the academy prior to the completion of a background investigation.
High School Diploma or equivalent education, supplemented by the completion of a California P.O.S.T. Certified Police Academy is required.
Possession of, or ability to obtain, a valid California Driver License with a satisfactory driving record (a driving record may be deemed unsatisfactory for any of the following reasons: three or more moving violations or reportable accident within the last three years; conviction of driving under the influence within the last five years) is required.
Completion of in the last 36 months (or current enrollment in) a California P.O.S.T. Certified Police Academy or previously employed as a Police Officer within the State of California, within twelve (12) months of application is required.
Possession of, or ability to obtain, an appropriate, valid C.P.R. Certificate is required.
Cannot be related to any other employee in the Palm Springs Police Department.
Must be 21 years of age or greater.
Incumbent will be enrolled in the California Department of Motor Vehicle (DMV) Pull Notice Program.
Must plan to reside within 1 hour driving distance from the Palm Springs Police Department.
Must successfully complete a pre-employment background investigation including a criminal history check for job related convictions, fingerprinting, polygraph screening, credit check, psychological screening and a physical and drug screen.

Nice To Haves

Experience requirements must be demonstrated in the "Work Experience" section of the application, other sections of the application will not be used to determine experience qualifications.
Resumes and other documents may be submitted, however, they will not be used to determine minimum qualifications, please do not use phrases such as "see attached" or "see resume" as they will not be considered.

Responsibilities

Patrol a designated area of the City to preserve law and order and discover and prevent the commission of crimes; enforce traffic and other laws and ordinances.
Respond to general public service and crime victim calls, traffic hazards, stray animal reports, and related misdemeanors and felony incidents.
Plan, execute, write, and serve search warrants; search suspects, vehicles, residences and buildings for evidence, contra band and lost or missing people.
Serve arrest warrants; make arrests for crimes committed under penal and institute codes; perform booking procedures for new prisoners; contact and interview witnesses to gain additional information.
Process and store evidence and property found at various crime scenes; maintain records, and enter data into computer as necessary.
Investigate organized crime and gang activities, subjects, groups, and representatives relative to assigned area of responsibility; collect intelligence information and produce cases and reports for presentation to the District Attorney.
Review and investigate reports relating to vehicle theft and accidents.
Conduct a variety of investigations relative to assigned area of responsibility including narcotics, crimes against property and persons; gather information from witnesses and informants; interview suspects; prepare reports, and follow up on investigations.
Testify in juvenile and civil courts and DMV hearings; prepare and process court reports.
Maintain and operate specialized police surveillance equipment including transmitters, radios, and cameras.
Develop, conduct and participate in training exercises and classes; respond to and resolve questions and concerns; stay abreast of current crime trends and innovative policing techniques; implement new information into training programs as appropriate.
Perform unique duties of assigned area of responsibility including SWAT, K-9, bicycle, and mounted police units.
Assist other investigators and police divisions in related investigative activities.
May serve in a lead capacity in the absence of immediate supervisor.
Provide news releases to the media; conduct television interviews for public awareness.
Perform related duties and responsibilities as required.