Pre-Service Police Officer

City of El Monte • El Monte, CA

9d • Onsite

About The Position

This recruitment is continuous and may close at any time without further notice. Candidates hired by the City of El Monte as a Pre-Service Police Officer are eligible to receive a signing bonus of $5,000. Payable in two (2) equal installments: First payment due at time of hire and the second payment upon completion of probationary period. Under general supervision, performs a wide variety of patrol and related duties involving the prevention of crime, the protection of life and property, and the enforcement of Federal, State, and local laws and ordinances; patrols areas of the City and conducts surveillance; assists in the preparation of cases and testifies in court; serves in specialized departmental roles as assigned; provides information and assistance to the public; and performs related work as assigned. This sworn classification is responsible for independently performing law enforcement duties in support of the Police Department. Positions at this level exercise judgment and initiative in their assigned tasks, receive only occasional instruction or assistance as new or unusual situations arise and are fully aware of the operating procedures and policies of the work unit.

Requirements

• Must be a recent graduate of a California Commission on P.O.S.T. Academy (within the most recent 6 months); or Previously employed as a Police Officer within the State of California within three (3) years of application, or Be currently employed as an out-of-state Officer with a valid POST waiver, or Currently employed as a Peace Officer within the State of California, but NOT possessing a California Basic POST Certification.
• Possession of a valid California Driver’s License to be maintained throughout employment.
• Possession of a Basic Certificate issued by the California State Commission on Peace Officer Standards and Training (P.O.S.T.) within 1 month of completion of City’s probationary period.
• Knowledge of operations and services of a comprehensive municipal law enforcement department.
• Knowledge of principles, practices, methods, and techniques of law enforcement including patrol, investigations, and special operations functions.
• Knowledge of rules of evidence pertaining to the search and seizure and the preservation of evidence.
• Knowledge of principles, practices, methods, and techniques of criminal law, investigation, interrogation, and crime prevention.
• Knowledge of operational characteristics of vehicles and equipment used in law enforcement.
• Knowledge of criminal court system processes and regulations.
• Knowledge of methods and techniques of interviewing and eliciting information from victims and witnesses.
• Knowledge of causes, prevention, and control of juvenile delinquency.
• Knowledge of traffic control, enforcement, and education methods.
• Knowledge of police records, communications, property, and custody system operations.
• Knowledge of procedures in handling warrants, filing complaints, court appearances, and testifying.
• Knowledge of investigation and identification techniques and equipment.
• Knowledge of applicable Federal, State, and local laws, regulatory codes, ordinances, and procedures relevant to assigned area of responsibility.
• Knowledge of safety practices and equipment related to the work, including the safe use and proper care of firearms, chemical agents, and impact weapons.
• Knowledge of methods and techniques of preparing police reports and related documentation.
• Knowledge of techniques of first aid and CPR.
• Knowledge of principles and procedures of record keeping.
• Knowledge of City and mandated safety rules, regulations and protocols.
• Knowledge of techniques for providing a high level of customer service by effectively dealing with the public, vendors, contractors, and City staff.
• Knowledge of the structure and content of the English language, including the meaning and spelling of words, rules of composition, and grammar.
• Knowledge of modern equipment and communication tools used for business functions and program, project, and task coordination, including computers and software programs relevant to work performed.
• Ability to perform law enforcement duties within an assigned program area to ensure the protection and safety of citizens and property.
• Ability to observe accurately; recall faces, names, descriptive characteristics, and facts of incidents and places.
• Ability to interpret apply and explain complex laws, codes, regulations, and ordinances.
• Ability to identify and be responsive to community issues, concerns, and needs.
• Ability to conduct effective interviews with victims and witnesses.
• Ability to pursue, apprehend and subdue suspects in accordance with mandated procedures.
• Ability to process crime scenes and maintain chain of custody of evidence.
• Ability to monitor changes in laws and court decisions and apply them in work situations.
• Ability to make sound, independent decisions in emergency situations.
• Ability to organize own work, set priorities, and meet critical time deadlines.
• Ability to operate the equipment and vehicles of the department in a safe and responsible manner.
• Ability to understand, interpret, and apply all pertinent laws, codes, regulations, policies and procedures, and standards relevant to work performed.
• Ability to independently organize work, set priorities, meet critical deadlines, and follow-up on assignments.
• Ability to use tact, initiative, prudence, and independent judgment within general policy, procedural, and legal guidelines.
• Ability to effectively use computer systems, software applications relevant to work performed, and modern business equipment to perform a variety of work tasks.
• Ability to communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing, using appropriate English grammar and syntax.
• Ability to establish, maintain, and foster positive and effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work.

Nice To Haves

• Specialized training in law enforcement, criminal justice, or a related field is highly desirable.

Responsibilities

• Performs a variety of community policing duties to maintain a highly visible presence within the community for the purpose of deterring crime, maintaining good community relations, and providing assistance to the public.
• Patrols an area of the City to observe and address suspicious or potential criminal activity; responds to emergency calls for service, disturbances, thefts, burglaries, vehicle accidents, domestic disputes, suspicious activities, and other incidents to protect public safety and property, resolve problems, diffuse situations, and enforce laws and ordinances.
• Provides information, directions, and assistance to the public in a variety of situations; takes reports and assists the public with complaints or unusual situations.
• Observes, monitors, and controls routine and unusual traffic situations; stops and warns drivers or issues citations as appropriate; assists motorists with inoperable vehicles and arranges for removal of stranded vehicles; provides direction and traffic control in accident or incident situations, special events, or other congested situations.
• Makes arrests and serves warrants and subpoenas; takes individuals into custody and may transport them for medical clearance and/or booking at a longer-term facility, as required.
• Secures crime scenes and evidence; interviews suspects, victims, and witnesses; collects and preserves evidence; performs complete investigations and/or cooperates with other law enforcement agencies providing investigative and case development support.
• Provides emergency medical attention to the public when responding to calls for assistance and requests appropriate medical assistance as necessary.
• Provides mutual aid to other law enforcement agencies as dispatched and in accordance with departmental policy.
• Prepares and maintains reports, logs, records, and accurate files.
• Serves writs, warrants, subpoenas, and other legal documents.
• Conducts criminal and civil case investigations; interviews victims, witnesses, suspects, and other parties to obtain leads and establish the nature and causes of potential crimes and violations of statutes; conducts background investigations for proper business, and alcoholic beverage licenses; researches various records and prepares investigative and special reports.
• Conducts comprehensive investigations into felony and high-level crimes including conducting surveillance activities and coordinating and maintaining crime scene activities.
• 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.
• Works with a canine partner in the execution of their duties; assumes responsibility for the training, health, care, feeding and well-being of the partner on the job and off the job, ensuring an adequate and secure space for the canine in the Officer’s residence; responds to mutual aid calls where the use of a K9 officer is prescribed.
• 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.
• Oversees or conducts background and subrosa investigations; compiles background investigator findings, references, education, and responses from various law enforcement agencies and prepares complete background file for hiring approval by Chief of Police or designee.
• Supervises and evaluates new police officers by conducting training in the field; observes and affirms proficiency, and/or recommends any needed additional training.
• Assists higher level sworn supervisory or management staff in scheduling, organizing and overseeing staff and operations within an assigned shift.
• Assists the City Attorney or the District Attorney staff in preparing, documenting, and developing cases and gathering information; testifies in court as required.
• Attends meetings, conferences, workshops, and training sessions; reviews publications and materials to become and remain current on principles, practices, and new developments in law enforcement.
• Oversees the use and care of equipment as required.
• Observes and complies with all City and mandated safety rules, regulations and protocols.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• $5,000 Signing Bonus Payable in two (2) equal installments: First payment due at time of hire and the second payment upon completion of probationary period.

What This Job Offers

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