Police Officer (Academy Enrolled)

City of Buena Park•Buena Park, CA

4d•Onsite

About The Position

The City of Buena Park Police Department is seeking individuals currently enrolled in a California POST-Certified Basic Police Academy to become Police Officers. This role offers the opportunity to serve a diverse community in a modern, state-of-the-art facility, with an emphasis on community-oriented policing, proactive crime prevention, and strong community partnerships. The department provides a dynamic and rewarding law enforcement environment with opportunities in various specialized assignments and programs. Successful candidates will receive a $10,000 signing bonus, paid in installments. Qualifying candidates enrolled in an academy with at least five weeks of training may be sponsored by the department in a non-sworn capacity, with potential promotion to Police Officer upon academy graduation.

Requirements

Currently enrolled in a California POST-Certified Basic Police Academy.
Successful completion of a minimum of five (5) weeks of academy training.
21 years of age at time of appointment.
Graduation from High school or equivalent.
20/100 vision, correctable to 20/20; with normal color vision and depth perception.
Height and weight in correct proportion to meet City standards.
U.S. citizenship is required prior to enrollment in the Academy.
A valid Class C California driver license, acceptable driving record, and evidence of insurance are required.
No law enforcement experience required.
Ability to work extended hours in order to meet shift needs, complete reports, attend meetings, or conduct police business.
Employees who become department employees on or after January 1, 1987, shall, as a condition of their continued employment, refrain from smoking tobacco or any other non-tobacco substance at any time on or off duty.
Applicants must undergo a psychological assessment by a qualified professional to determine their suitability for the position.
Applicants will be administered an integrity test, and a polygraph examination.
Applicants will undergo a complete, comprehensive, P.O.S.T. approved background Investigation.
Applicants must be of good character and reputation.
Applicants will be fingerprinted and records checked in both state and federal bureaus.
Applicants must not have a record of conviction of a serious offense, or numerous convictions of minor offenses.
Credit rating, if established, must be satisfactory.
Knowledge of police science principles, practices and professional standards.
Knowledge of Federal Constitution rights governing search and seizure and Miranda applications.
Knowledge of state laws, Penal Codes, Traffic Codes, and Civil Codes, statutes, court decisions, and case law.
Knowledge of local codes and ordinances, departmental policies and practices, and rules governing criminal evidence, criminal acts, arrest and custody of prisoners or contraband.
Knowledge of criminal investigation methods, identification methods.
Knowledge of crime prevention principles, use of police records, and law enforcement practices.
Knowledge of self-defense methods and physical restraint techniques.
Knowledge of radio codes, transmission procedures and communication techniques.
Knowledge of principles of human behavior.
Knowledge of professional standards.
Knowledge of contemporary patrol, traffic enforcement, criminal investigation, and related police services, including specialty assignments.
Knowledge of communicable disease control methods and techniques.
Knowledge of proper care and maintenance of property and equipment.
Knowledge of effective customer service techniques.
Ability to operate police motor vehicles, radio communications equipment, computer equipment, firearms and weapons.
Ability to interpret and apply state public safety laws, codes, and local ordinances.
Ability to prepare and present clear, accurate and concise police reports and statistical records.
Ability to analyze solutions to law enforcement problems.
Ability to convey clear instructions or execute commands.
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with other divisions, police management, city departments, public and private agencies, community groups and the general public.
Ability to communicate effectively, both orally or in writing.
Ability to accurately recall circumstances regarding traffic incidents or crime reports.
Ability to exercise tact and diplomacy in maintaining self-control in provocative or confrontational situations.
Ability to think logically and maintain alertness in emergency situations.
Ability to relate effectively with persons from diverse social, ethnic, political and racial backgrounds and age groups.

Nice To Haves

Completion of 60 semester level units related to general education or police science is highly desirable.

Responsibilities

Patrols an assigned area, enforces public safety laws, codes, and regulations.
Maintains order, prevents, detects, and investigates crime.
Carries out special assignments in the protection of life and property.
Enforces federal and state laws and regulations, and local ordinances related to public safety and law enforcement.
Patrols an assigned area of the city, in a patrol vehicle or on foot, to detect and prevent crime and maintain law and order.
Operates a motorcycle or bicycle as part of a special assignment detail.
Prepares citations, arrest reports, crime reports, daily observation reports, vehicular incident and pursuit forms, injury reports, collision reports, and impounded property reports.
Responds to radio messages and citizen requests for protection of life, property, and public assistance.
Appears at crime scenes and scenes of disorder and determines the proper course of action.
Investigates suspicious vehicles or persons.
Observes situations related to stolen cars, traffic violations, and the proper flow of traffic.
Gives verbal warnings and issues citations.
Inspects premises.
Assists in the investigation of crimes.
Conducts preliminary investigations of disturbances, burglaries, thefts, armed robberies, vehicle accidents, deaths, or other types of incidents involving possible violations of public safety laws and codes.
Questions suspects, interviews victims and witnesses.
Books property and evidence.
Performs basic crime scene investigation.
Testifies in court regarding facts, circumstances, and violations.
Completes field and follow-up investigations.
Takes written statements.
Examines conditions of accident scenes.
Clears scenes of obstructions and damaged vehicles.
Notes and reports traffic hazards.
Provides first aid for injured persons or requests medical attention in accordance with departmental procedures.
Reports abandoned or damaged vehicles.
Inspects establishments providing alcoholic beverages and entertainment, and other public gatherings to ensure proper licenses and permits are in effect.
Intervenes in private or public disputes to protect the public and maintain order.
Monitors the status of parolees and individuals on probation status, including court orders.
Develops and maintains positive relations with citizens, business owners, and other members of the community.
Participates in police briefings, exercises, training courses, and programs.
Receives, searches, books, fingerprints, and takes custody of prisoners.
Guards and transports prisoners.
Provides meals and completes daily records.
When assigned to Reserves details, tracks and coordinates the scheduling and training of Reserve Police Officers.
When assigned to Traffic detail, enforces specialized Traffic and Motor Vehicle Codes and prepares traffic and collision reports and investigation records; sets up DUI monitoring; coordinates work with Department of Motor Vehicles and Courts; attends meetings, prepares logs, and makes presentations.
When assigned to Field Training Officer detail, organizes, coordinates, and provides officer training in the field related to proper law enforcement surveillance, handling of traffic stops, preparation of departmental reports, and related tasks; completes training records and employee progress reports at regular intervals.
When assigned to K-9 detail, assists in searches of suspects and properties; trains animals and conducts exercises in proper pursuit and control methods; feeds and maintains animals in accordance with health and safety standards, and prepares related activity records.
When assigned to Detective detail, conducts crime scene investigations and pursues cases involving the collection of additional evidence, identification and interviewing of victims and suspects, and prosecution of cases within the court system; conducts covert patrol; writes and executes search warrants; coordinates property and evidence collection with police support staff; testifies in cases.
When assigned to SWAT detail, responds to emergency calls involving hostages, barricaded suspects, suicide threats, bomb threats, deadly use of force, high risk search and arrest warrant service, and related incidents involving public safety.
When assigned to Gang detail, monitors and investigates associations of individuals who belong to known gangs; determines means of gaining access and information from informants related to actual or planned crimes; testifies in cases.
When assigned to School Resource detail, visits public schools, prepares and makes educational presentations, maintains communications with school officials, works with District staff on attendance and truancy issues, and counsels students related to lawful conduct and community standards and expectations.
Provides escorts or guard services for parades, various public activities, or meetings.

Benefits

Up to $144,331 Annually (Plus Academy Costs/expenses while a Recruit)
$10,000 SIGNING BONUS
Paid in three installments: $3,334 at the time of hire; $3,333 upon successful completion of the Field Training Program and 18-month probationary period; and $3,333 upon completion of two years of service.
Opportunities to work with and support a variety of specialized assignments, programs, and services.
State-of-the-art facility.
Expansive 24/7 employee gym and locker room facilities.
Large patrol equipment storage lockers conveniently located near police vehicles.
On-site weapons training facility.
State-of-the-art tactical equipment.
High-tech Dispatch Center.
Modern computer technology with an emphasis on paperless processes.
Dictation services for report writing.
Professional development, education, and advancement are encouraged and supported through extensive training and promotional opportunities.
Alternative work schedules, including a 3/12 work schedule.
Opportunities for special-event overtime at events and destinations such as Knott’s Berry Farm and City community events.