Police Officer

City of Brawley • Brawley, CA

145d • Onsite

About The Position

Under the direction of an assigned supervisor, perform law enforcement and related services to safeguard the lives, property and constitutional rights of citizens in the City of Brawley. Responsibilities include responding to crime and accident scenes, emergency situations, and other requests for assistance. Incumbents detect, apprehend and arrest criminals; enforce State laws, Federal laws, and City Ordinances; and perform a variety of specialized duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Graduation from high school or passing of the G.E.D. test indicating high school graduation level.
• Successful completion of California P.O.S.T. Certified Law Enforcement Academy within the last three years.
• Applicants are required to maintain a valid California P.O.S.T. Peace Officer Certification throughout their employment tenure.
• Must meet minimum peace officer standards as specified in California Government Code Sections 1029 and 1031 including but not limited to the following: must have no prior felony convictions (unless fully pardoned), good moral character as determined by thorough background investigation; must submit fingerprints for purpose of a criminal record check and be found free from any physical, emotional or mental condition which might adversely affect the powers of a peace officer.
• Must possess and maintain a valid California Class C Driver’s License and an acceptable driving record.
• Applicants who are currently in the final two months of a qualified P.O.S.T. Basic Academy may apply.
• Knowledge of Brawley Police Department organization, policies and directives.
• Knowledge of principles, practices and procedures used in law enforcement.
• Knowledge of State and Federal laws and City ordinances.
• Knowledge of recent legislation and court decisions affecting law enforcement activities.
• Knowledge of rules of evidence and laws of arrest.
• Knowledge of interviewing and interrogation techniques.
• Knowledge of geography of the City of Brawley.
• Knowledge of traffic and crowd control techniques.
• Knowledge of crime scene preservation and basic investigation methods and techniques.
• Knowledge of proper use and care of police weapons.
• Knowledge of record-keeping techniques.
• Knowledge of correct English usage, grammar, spelling, punctuation and vocabulary.
• Knowledge of oral and written communication skills.
• Knowledge of interpersonal skills using tact, patience and courtesy.
• Ability to read, interpret, apply, understand and explain laws, codes, policies, rules, regulations, and procedures.
• Ability to maintain current knowledge of the law and modern law enforcement techniques.
• Ability to work independently with little direction.
• Ability to protect the lives, property and constitutional rights of citizens.
• Ability to analyze situations and adopt a quick effective course of action.
• Ability to remember names, faces, numbers and details of incidents.
• Ability to relate effectively to people of a variety of cultures, languages, handicaps and socio-economic situations.
• Ability to write clear and comprehensive reports.
• Ability to present evidence and testimony in court.
• Ability to understand and work within scope of authority.
• Ability to understand and follow written and oral directions.
• Ability to learn the use and care of firearms.
• Ability to establish and maintain cooperative and effective working relationships with others.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective relations with the public in a law enforcement capacity.
• Ability to perform physical activities required to function effectively as a Police Officer.
• Ability to operate standard office equipment, police vehicles, communications equipment, and Department equipment and weapons.
• Ability to work confidentially with discretion.
• Establish a permanent full-time residence within a one-hour maximum response time to the Police Department.

Nice To Haves

• Such applicants may compete in the examination process but may not be considered for appointment until they have attained the required certification.

Responsibilities

• Patrol a designated area of the City of Brawley in a motor vehicle, motorcycle, bicycle, or on foot, to detect or prevent criminal activity, collect evidence and information and provide general assistance to the public.
• Receive and investigate complaints and reports of law violations.
• Conducts initial investigations; obtain information and statements, and prepare reports.
• Makes arrests; apprehend suspects and fugitives; log patrol activities; transport prisoners.
• Serve warrants, present evidence and testify in court.
• Respond to crime and collision scenes; assure protection of the scene and physical evidence; perform preliminary investigations as required.
• Communicate with other City of Brawley Departments and personnel, law enforcement agencies and health care providers to coordinate efforts, resolve problems, and exchange information.
• Utilize and maintain a variety of specialized equipment such as firearms, taser, impact weapons, police vehicles, radios, handcuffs, and other equipment pertinent to the assignment.
• Prepare and maintain records and logs related to daily activities as required by the Department.
• Prepare clear and concise incident and investigative reports.
• Perform related duties as assigned.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED