Police Officer (Lateral or Pre-Service)

City of San Bernardino • San Bernardino, CA

6d • Onsite

About The Position

The City of San Bernardino is recruiting lateral law enforcement officers and police academy graduates. The Police Officer performs a variety of duties to protect life and property, including law enforcement, crime prevention, investigation, and public assistance. Officers may have access to a range of duty assignments and work experiences, with competitive pay, career opportunities, and potential for advancement. Academy graduates receive additional training and experience to begin a law enforcement career.

Applicants must attach proof of completion of the California P.O.S.T. Basic Academy Course or a Basic P.O.S.T. Course Waiver to their application; required documents will not be accepted after submission. Applicants who have not completed either qualification are directed to apply for the Law Enforcement Trainee position instead.

The position requires a high school diploma or GED, minimum age of 21, and satisfaction of specified licensing, background, character, and fitness requirements. Duties may take place outdoors in varying weather or in an office environment. The physical requirements include activities such as standing, walking, climbing, and lifting or moving up to 100 pounds. The selection process may include application review, a physical agility test, examinations, background investigation, reference checks, and pre-employment physical and psychological examinations.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED equivalent.
• Must be at least 21 years of age.
• Successful completion of the California P.O.S.T. Basic Academy Course or a Basic P.O.S.T. Course Waiver; proof must be attached to the application.
• Valid Class C California driver's license and ability to maintain insurability under the City's vehicle insurance policy. Out-of-state applicants must have a valid driver's license and obtain a California Class C license within ten days of appointment.
• No felony convictions.
• Must be a U.S. citizen or permanent resident alien eligible for and having applied for citizenship.
• Must be fingerprinted for searches of local, state, and national fingerprint files.
• Must be of good moral character as determined by a thorough background investigation.
• Must be free of physical, emotional, or mental conditions that might adversely affect the exercise of peace officer powers.
• Knowledge of applicable federal, state, and municipal laws and ordinances, departmental rules and regulations, police organization and authority, arrest and court procedures, evidence, search and seizure, basic computer operations, basic mathematics, and correct English usage.
• Ability to read and understand departmental policies, laws, and law-enforcement literature; learn firearm use and care; remember details; write and type; comprehend at the twelfth-grade level; communicate effectively; follow instructions; exercise judgment and emotional stability; and maintain effective working relationships.
• Ability to meet the physical demands of the position, including lifting or moving up to 100 pounds and performing the listed standing, walking, climbing, reaching, and other physical activities.

Responsibilities

• Protect life and property through law enforcement, crime prevention, investigation, and public assistance.
• Analyze situations and take quick, effective, and responsible action while considering hazards and circumstances.
• Prepare clear, accurate, and comprehensive reports.
• Operate an automobile skillfully.
• Perform clerical duties and communicate effectively with members of the public and others encountered at work.
• Follow departmental policies, rules, regulations, laws, and instructions.

What This Job Offers

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