Police Officer Recruit II (20003396)

City of Union City, CA • Union City, CA

222d • $8,187 - $8,187

About The Position

The City of Union City is seeking a Police Officer Lateral to perform and document varied law enforcement assignments under the supervision of a Field Training Officer, Police Sergeant, or higher-ranking official. The position involves working assigned shifts in patrol or on specialty assignments and participating in training. The role includes responding to emergency calls, investigating reported crimes, conducting traffic enforcement, and engaging with the community. The position offers a competitive salary with potential increases and additional incentive pay upon completion of training.

Requirements

• Possession of a valid California Class C Driver's License.
• Valid P.O.S.T. basic police academy certification or recertification.
• High school diploma, GED, or equivalent.
• Must pass a background investigation.
• Must be at least 21 years of age at appointment.
• Must have 20/30 corrected visual acuity or 20/80 uncorrected visual acuity.

Nice To Haves

• Experience in law enforcement or related fields.
• Bilingual skills.
• Knowledge of community policing strategies.

Responsibilities

• Respond to emergency calls and administer first aid.
• Investigate reported crimes, suspicious activity, and traffic accidents.
• Conduct the collection and preservation of evidence at crime scenes.
• Patrol assigned sectors in a marked vehicle to provide preventive and enforcement action.
• Assist citizens in distress and provide information regarding police functions.
• Quell domestic disturbances and other disputes.
• Initiate suspicious person contacts and conduct field interrogations.
• Locate and apprehend persons for violations of statutes.
• Write accurate, clear, and concise reports.
• Testify in court.
• Perform selective enforcement of traffic violations.
• Conduct post-storage hearings on towed vehicles.
• Investigate aggravated, serial, or major crimes.
• Develop leads through informants and evidence.
• Prepare and serve search and arrest warrants.
• Coordinate and supervise security at school activities.

Benefits

• Medical/Dental/Vision benefits up to $2,000/month.
• Retirement through CalPERS with various formulas.
• 457b Deferred Compensation Plan and ROTH IRA plan.
• Accrual of vacation and sick leave.
• 79 Paid Holiday hours and additional Holiday Time Bank hours.
• Annual uniform allowance of $1,250.
• Life insurance coverage of $100,000.
• Long-term disability insurance.
• Bilingual pay for passing the bilingual exam.

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