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THE POSITION:
 
The City of Hayward is excited to announce its recruitment for the position of Crime Scene Technician.  Under general supervision, perform crime scene duties by identifying, collecting, preserving and processing physical evidence at crime scenes and in a laboratory; to prepare appropriate reports; assist in criminal investigations; testify in court; and assist in other duties as assigned.

The ideal candidate will have keen attention to detail, excellent verbal and written communication skills, and desire to learn and participate in continuous trainings.

DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS

This is a journey-level technical position in which incumbents collect and preserve evidence.  Individuals in this classification receive on-the-job training and experience.  This classification is distinguished from the journey-level professional position in that the latter works more independently performing the more complex duties.
 

Essential Duties

Duties may include, but are not limited to, the following:

Performs technical tasks in the collection and preservation of evidence at a crime scene such as lifting fingerprints, collecting body fluids and clothing, dislodging bullets, and making plaster impressions.

Packages evidence for storage; ensures proper procedures are followed.

Photographs a wide variety of situations to ensure proper documentation of the crime scene.

Prepares reports and records of crime scenes and evidence collected; prepares diagrams.

Testifies in court regarding the crime scene and the evidence collected.

Performs duties related to other areas of civilian police activities as necessary.

Reports to crime scenes to collect evidence on a 24-hour basis as needed.           

Performs related work as necessary.

Minimum Qualifications

Knowledge of:

Basic report writing.

Basic photography.

Fingerprint processing.

Evidence collection and packaging.

Ability to:

Learn principles and practices of technical crime scene processing and crime scene reconstruction.

Locate, analyze and interpret data related to crime scene work.

Communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing.

Establish and maintain effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work.

Work both as part of a team, and equally well independently.

Carry out complex instructions regarding the appropriate collection of differing kinds of evidence.

Maintain confidentiality while processing evidence and cases.

EXPERIENCE AND EDUCATION

Any combination equivalent to experience and education that could likely provide the required knowledge and abilities would be qualifying.  A typical way to obtain the knowledge and abilities would be:

Experience:  Two years of law enforcement experience.  Crime scene training is highly desirable.

Education:  Equivalent to completion of the twelfth grade.  Possession of an Associate’s degree or coursework in criminalistics/forensic science, natural science (biology, biochemistry, or chemistry), or a related field is highly desirable.

Licenses or Certificates:  Possession and maintenance of a valid Class C California Driver's License.  Possession of or ability to obtain, a Peace Officer Standards and Training (POST) certified Basic Field Evidence Technician certificate, within twelve (12) months of employment.

Supplemental Information

Essential duties require the following mental and/or physical abilities and work environment: wear a uniform and safety equipment; work evening, holidays, and weekends in variable indoor and outdoor conditions; confined spaces; safely drive to various locations throughout the City and County during day and evening hours; tolerate exposure to outdoor elements in all weather conditions (e.g. heat, cold, and rain) throughout the year; exposure to dust, solvents, fumes, gases, toxic waste, odors, or other irritating particles; grasp and perform repetitive hand movements and fine coordination to prepare documents and data using a computer, keyboard and mouse/trackball, laptop, photographic equipment, and/or tablet; sit for prolonged periods of time; walk, stand, crouch, reach, twist, turn, kneel, bend, squat, stoop, climb, safely lift and maneuver equipment and materials weighing up to 50 pounds; converse by telephone, by email, in person, and before small and large groups, and be clearly understood; read and comprehend legal, technical and complex documents; interact with the public and all different levels of City staff in an effective and professional manner.  Essential functions must be performed with or without reasonable accommodation.

Not less than 18 years of age at time of appointment.

PROBATIONARY PERIOD:  One (1) Year
 

NOW HIRING

Lateral Police Officers

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Prime Schedule

• 4 work days
• 4 days off
• 11 hours per shift
• 1 hour paid on-duty workout
• 50 minutes paid lunch

Compensation

• Officer Salary: $9,237 - $11,230.32 monthly (depending on experience)
• $10,000 Signing Bonus ($5,000 at time of hire, $5,000 after successful completion of probation)
• Up to 7.5% Educational Incentive Pay
• Bilingual Pay: $150 monthly
• Holiday Pay: 104 hours annually
• Up to 200 hours annual paid vacation
• Longevity Incentive Pay
• Opportunities for Overtime

Assignments and Teams

As a Fremont Police Officer, you will have the opportunity to apply for a variety of assignments and teams, coupled with extensive training.  These include:

• Crime Scene Investigation
• Drone Pilot
• Field Training Officer
• Hostage Negotiation Team
• Investigations
• K9 Unit
• Major Crimes Task Force
• Mobile Evaluation Team
• Patrol
• S.W.A.T.
• School Resource Officer
• Special Investigative Unit
• Street Crimes Unit
• Tactical Emergency Medicine
• Traffic Motor Unit
• and MORE...

Probationary Period

• 18 months from date of hire

The City of Pleasant Hill is recruiting for Dispatcher 1 (experienced and entry-level).

A Dispatcher I is a civilian employee of the Police Department who performs a variety of tasks in the Department’s Support Services Division. The Dispatcher I receives incoming calls for police assistance and response; acts as a primary Dispatcher when appropriate; performs a variety of general support duties related to police communications; completes a wide variety of general clerical duties.

The Dispatcher I duties may include, but are not limited to, the following:

Answer emergency and non-emergency police related phone calls, help prioritize requests for service based upon available resources, receive radio requests and handle accordingly, type, process and file a wide variety of reports and materials including memos, letters, complaints, declarations, warrants, citations, crime and traffic reports.  Assists Department personnel and the public in person and by phone performing record checks, collecting fees and mailing requested reports to outside agencies in accordance with established regulations.  A Dispatcher I may be assigned to work various hours, shifts, holidays, weekends and overtime.

To apply, please complete an application and supplemental questionnaire. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of a City employment application.  Typing certification of 40 wpm net (5 minute test taken within the last 12 months) is required.  Certificates will only be accepted from a recognized business, adult school, or employment agency. Online typing test results will not be accepted. Due to COVID-19, many typing testing locations have not re-opened and so at this time the City will waive the requirement of submitting a typing certificate at the time of application.  However, successful candidates who move forward in the recruitment will be required to provide a valid typing certificate prior to final appointment to this position. Lateral applicants from a POST certified agency are not required to submit a typing certificate.

CONTINUOUS RECRUITMENT:  Applications will be reviewed on an ongoing basis.  You must ensure complete submission of employment application and typing certificate as recruitment may close at any time. 

Experienced & Lateral Applicants: Priority will be given to qualified lateral and experienced applicants. The most qualified applicants based on background and experience as evidenced by their application, will be invited for an oral board interview, which is weighted 100%.  To be placed on an eligibility list, an applicant must receive a passing score of 70 or more from each panel member.

Entry-level applicants:   Applicants who meet the minimum qualifications may be invited to take a written Dispatcher test administered by City personnel.  Testing is tentatively planned for a date to be determined in 2021. Applicants will be notified by email of the scheduled time and location for the written test. The most qualified applicants based on background and experience as evidenced by their application, and those with a passing score of 70% on the written test may be invited for an oral board interview, which is weighted 100%.  To be placed on an eligibility list, an applicant must receive a passing score of 70 or more from each panel member. Interviews are tentatively planned for a date to be determined in 2021.

A thorough background check, as well as a physical, including a drug screen, psychological evaluation, and polygraph exam will be conducted on the top candidates prior to appointment consideration.  Failure to achieve a qualifying score on any portion of the examination process will eliminate a candidate from further consideration.

To comply with the Immigration Reform and Control Act, all new employees are required to provide proof of U.S. citizenship or authorization to work in the United States on their first day of employment.

The City of Pleasant Hill is an Equal Opportunity Employer. In accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 (ADA), requests for special accommodations during any stage of the examination process should be made in advance to the Human Resources Department.

The Position

Under the general supervision of the Police Department Business Manager, the Police Equipment Room Specialist coordinates the Equipment Room operations within the Police Department.  The incumbent provides lead supervision to the Police Equipment Room staff, and assigns, reviews, and participates in a wide variety of duties involving the inventory control of police equipment, supplies, and fleet.

The Ideal Candidate

The ideal candidate will be a results-oriented, critical thinker who can work effectively in a fast-paced and high-stress environment while leading and supervising Police Equipment Room staff.  The successful candidate will have knowledge of and apply superior customer service, conflict resolution, modern inventory control, process improvement, and be comfortable with technology and systems.  In addition, the selected candidate will possess at least two years of supervision experience.  Success also requires the ability to learn the organization’s procedures and practices to work effectively in a rank organized environment. A clean driving record is also expected since this position will require safely transporting police vehicles daily.

Examples of Job Duties

· Maintain, suggest, and implement improvements to the current inventory control system for the Police Equipment Room, including online inventory systems/maintenance.

· Schedule the Equipment Room staffing 24 hours a day, seven days a week. Fills in, as needed, for shift coverage.

· Provide technical and functional supervision to the assigned Equipment Room Staff.

· Audit equipment inventory, vehicle key control, and other systems for accuracy and accountability.  Coordinate daily operations of the Equipment Room which include, but is not limited to: issue and collect police equipment to Police Department staff (e.g. rifles, batteries, radios, etc.), stock the Equipment Room with necessary office supplies, perform vehicle trunk audits, prepare first aid and trauma kits for vehicles, sign for deliveries and issue visitor badges to vendors, provide supplies to the Detention Center and Animal Shelter, prepare vehicles for special events (e.g. Shop with a Cop, parades, etc.).

· Coordinate the tow, transportation, clean-up, repair, and service of police vehicles.  Frequently required to drive in fulfillment of transporting police vehicles.

· Coordinate radio repairs with Business Services.  Coordinate the repair of vehicle/report writing computers with the Information Technology Services Department.

· Coordinate the hiring of Equipment Room staff.

Minimum Qualifications

The successful candidate will typically possess the following:

Education: High school diploma or equivalent.

Experience:  Two (2) years of progressively responsible, full-time work in law enforcement inventory control, property, evidence, or related law enforcement experience.  Supervisory experience is highly desirable.

Licenses/Certificates: Possession of a valid California Class C driver’s license is required at the time of appointment.

THE POSITION:

Under direct supervision, the Police Officer Trainee attends a Commission on Peace Officer Standards and Training (P.O.S.T) approved Police Basic Recruit Academy and successfully completes the academic and physical training required for appointment to the classification of Police Officer Recruit II. Police Officer Trainees are considered at-will employees. Police officer probationary status begins when the trainee is sworn in as a Police Officer Recruit II after completion of the police academy.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES:

Duties may include but are not limited to the following:

• Participate in a P.O.S.T certified police academy designed to provide an overview of the criminal justice system including knowledge of laws, police procedures, law enforcement techniques, first aid and physical fitness.
• Receives training to develop an awareness of Police Department functions, as well as the responsibilities of Police Officers and how those responsibilities relate to field operations.
• Receives academy and field training to become a Police Officer.
• Learns proper handling and firing of firearms, report writing and emergency vehicle operation. 
• Develops an understanding and working knowledge of the California Penal, Vehicle, Health and Safety Codes. 
• Develops an understanding of proper evidence collection and preservation methods.
   

The City of Livermore is currently accepting application for the position of Police Officer Trainee.  If you possess the ability to make sound decisions in emergency and non-emergency situations and have a strong desire to make a difference in the Livermore community, this is the opportunity for you.  Apply online at www.cityoflivermore.net/jobs to be considered.

THE POSITION

• Trainees are sent to a police academy and receive paid training ($33.86/per hour and benefits) while attending
• Upon graduation, Trainees become Police Officers and on-the-job field training is provided by highly qualified Field Training Officers
• Police Officers patrol the streets of Livermore, enforce law and order, conduct investigations, and solve crimes
• Police Officers receive departmental support for ongoing training and continuing education

THE POSITION:

Under immediate, then as proficiency increases, general supervision of a Field Training Officer, Police Sergeant or higher ranking official, incumbents in this classification perform and document varied law enforcement assignments through working assigned shifts in patrol or on specialty assignments and participating in training; perform related work as required.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES:

Duties may include but are not limited to the following:

• Patrol:

• Respond to emergency calls; administer first aide.
• Investigate reported crimes, suspicious activity, and traffic accidents.
• Investigate unattended deaths.
• 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 function/operations.
• Quell domestic disturbances and other disputes.
• Initiate suspicious person contacts and conduct field interrogations.
• Locate and apprehend persons for violations of statutes; arrange for booking, detention, and disposition of arrestees.
• Provide crowd, riot, and traffic control.
• Write reports which are accurate, clear, and concise.
• Testify in court.
• Respond to citizen inquiries and complaints both in an office environment and while on patrol.

• Traffic:

• Perform selective enforcement of traffic violations at identified problem areas; use LIDAR, or other designated equipment.
• Conduct post storage hearings on towed vehicles and review complaints related to towing company activities.
• Author collision reports.
• Conduct investigations for hit and run, injury, and fatal accidents including accident reconstruction.
• Plan, coordinate, and supervise special event traffic control.
• Advise and consult with City personnel on traffic issues.
• Present lectures and discussions to high school students.
• Conduct training for officers on changes in traffic law and reporting techniques.
• Conduct inspections of commercial vehicles for safety, weight, size, and load violations.

• School Resource:

• Investigate and apprehend persons who commit crimes on campus.
• Monitor gang activity as it related to criminal activity both on and off campus.
• Monitor bus stop and other campus areas where potential or ongoing problems exist.
• Act as the liaison between school staff and police department.
• Conduct formal presentations for students and staff; engage in informal discussions of law enforcement with students and staff.
• Coordinate and supervise security at school activities. Refer students to appropriate agencies for assistance.
• Coordinate and implement school fingerprinting program.
• Make home visits to truants; counsel students on minor law infractions.

• Investigations:

• Investigate aggravated, serial, or major crimes; follow up on cases initiated by Patrol.
• Develop leads through informants, police sources, citizens, and/or evidence.
• Interview witnesses; interrogate suspects.
• Collect, preserve, and arrange for proper identification of evidence.
• Prepare and serve search and arrest warrants; conduct search and seizure assignments.
• Review reports for trends; identify suspects and crime patterns.
• Work with the District Attorney in reviewing and preparing cases for court.
   

THE POSITION:

Under direct supervision, the Police Officer Trainee attends a Commission on Peace Officer Standards and Training (P.O.S.T) approved Police Basic Recruit Academy and successfully completes the academic and physical training required for appointment to the classification of Police Officer Recruit II.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES:

Duties may include but are not limited to the following:

• Participate in a P.O.S.T certified police academy designed to provide an overview of the criminal justice system including knowledge of laws, police procedures, law enforcement techniques, first aid and physical fitness.
• Receives training to develop an awareness of Police Department functions, as well as the responsibilities of Police Officers and how those responsibilities relate to field operations.
• Receives academy and field training to become a Police Officer.
• Learns proper handling and firing of firearms, report writing and emergency vehicle operation. 
• Develops an understanding and working knowledge of the California Penal, Vehicle, Health and Safety Codes. 
• Develops an understanding of proper evidence collection and preservation methods.
   

The City of Livermore is currently accepting applications for the position of Public Safety Dispatcher - Lateral.  Apply online at www.cityoflivermore.net/jobs to be considered.  This recruitment is open until filled and may close at any time.

THE POSITION

Public Safety Dispatchers receive 9-1-1 system emergency and non-emergency calls and dispatch assignments according to police procedures.  Dispatchers also provide support services; maintain records; and may be assigned to assist in processing of arrested persons.