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This is the entry journey level classification in the City's sworn police officer series.  Incumbents may enter the class either as a recruit, academy graduate or lateral status.  Police recruits are entry-level positions with little or no related training or experience required.  Recruits must complete a State certified Police Academy prior to appointment to probationary status as a police officer.  Academy graduates and lateral entry police officers are appointed to full probationary status at time of hire.  The police officer class is further distinguished from the police specialist class by the broader, more complex and supervisory assignments of the specialist class.

Patrol Division Assignment

1. Operates a police vehicle, and/or walks a foot beat in patrolling an assigned area. 
2. Prevents crimes by communicating with and advising individuals and groups on residential and business district safety practices. 
3. Enforces State Penal and Vehicle Code Sections, and other state and local laws and regulations governing public safety.
4. Responds to radio and telephone dispatches and handles activities at the scenes of crimes and other disorders. 
5. Investigates and prepares reports on arrests and impounded property. 
6. Contacts, questions, and interviews crime suspects, witnesses and other persons; searches and seizes contraband and other types of controlled property. 
7. Arrests, transports, supervises and assists in processing detainees and other individuals in custody.
8. Trains in tactical and other departmental assignments, and performs related duties as assigned. 
9. Collaborates and works with a wide range of internal departments and external agencies; provides reports, background checks, database inquiries, verification for lost or stolen items including missing persons (Department of Justice validation lists) and other orders or requests.
10. Performs searches of suspects and obtains evidence samples and other necessary information.
11. Performs other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

Knowledge of:

• City, State and federal laws, statutes, ordinances, and court decisions as pertinent to assigned duties. 
• Police department policies, practices, regulations and procedures. 
• Law enforcement and crime prevention principles, practices and techniques. 
• Human behavioral theories, principles, methods and practices. 
• Geographic layout and demographic characteristics of the City. 
• Current methods and practices of criminal identification and investigation. Criminal law with particular emphasis on rules of apprehension, search, seizure, arrest and prosecution of persons.
• Narcotics investigation techniques. 
• Departmental organization and the functions of the various Divisions. 

 Applications are being accepted for the position of Police Property/Evidence Specialist with the City of South San Francisco. 

APPLICATION DEADLINE: AUGUST 6, 2019 @ 5 P.M. OR UPON RECEIPT OF THE FIRST 75 QUALIFIED ONLINE APPLICATIONS, WHICHEVER OCCURS FIRST.

The City of South San Francisco is fully independent and highly commercialized, with an estimated population of 64,585 that grows to 100,000 during business hours. Perhaps best known as the “Industrial City,” the community is characterized by innovation and growth, boasting a strong, diverse economy and business-friendly climate. We are a full-service City providing municipal services through the collaborative efforts of approximately 500 full-time and 400 part-time staff. In addition to Police, City Departments includes Economic and Community Development, Finance, Fire, Human Resources, Information Technology, Library, Parks and Recreation, and Public Works, as well as the Offices of the City Manager and City Attorney.

The South San Francisco Police Department has 83 sworn and 35 civilian positions. The Department’s philosophy is one of participative management, with a high degree of emphasis on training and education. It employs team and community-oriented policing and problem-solving concepts and recognizes the importance of staying contemporary with technological advances. The Department acknowledges that the responsibility for public safety and the quality of life in our neighborhood is a responsibility shared with the whole community.

Under general supervision, the Police Property/Evidence Specialist is responsible for receiving, logging, storing, and maintaining property and evidence within the Services Division of the Police Department. Non-sworn Evidence personnel operate and interact with a variety of computer systems, have regular contact with the public, and work in a variety of environments that include inconsistent temperatures and odors. In addition, Evidence personnel are expected to effectively interpret and apply local, state, and federal laws in order to organize work, set priorities, and meet deadlines, all while protecting the integrity of evidence throughout the judicial process. This recruitment is to establish an eligibility list in anticipation of a possible vacancy within this job classification.

COMMUNITY SERVICE OFFICER I

$3,534 - $4,295/mo. + benefits

(Requires a flexible schedule including nights, weekends, and holidays)

DEFINITION: Under direction and/or general supervision, performs a wide variety of non-sworn field and office law enforcement work in support of Police Department activities including traffic and parking control, crime investigation assistance, dispatching, and other public service activities.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: The employee must have the ability to:

• Participate in preliminary and conclusive investigations of crimes and accidents; photograph and collect evidence at crime scenes, research case information, prepare related reports as required and take statements from individuals; retrieve and identify stolen property.
• Prepare missing person reports; maintain report log and update related information in computer; coordinate identification activities with other agencies; maintain accurate records.
• Attend daily briefings; process routine documents.
• Serve as parking control officer; patrol city streets and enforce laws and regulations applicable to non-moving vehicles; write citations for illegal parking; assist in identifying and removing abandoned vehicles.
• Provide assistance to the public; take statements from individuals; correct citations and process routine documents; answer questions related to public safety; provide directions and information; assist disabled vehicles.
• Provide assistance to sworn personnel; photograph and collect evidence at crime scenes; retrieve and identify stolen property.
• Direct traffic at accident sites, parades and special events as needed.
• Operate a vehicle in a safe manner.
• Operate a computer terminal and radio equipment in performing assigned duties.
• Prepare clear and concise reports.
• May perform duties of a Police Dispatch Call Taker and train new Community Service Officers as needed.
• Learn pertinent Federal, State, and local laws, codes, and regulations.
• Communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing; respond to requests and inquiries from the general public.
• Work a flexible schedule that includes weekends, nights, and holidays (schedules may be adjusted with short notice, depending on the needs of the department).
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work.
• Perform any other tasks or functions deemed necessary to the daily operations of the employer.

THE ABOVE LIST OF ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS IS NOT EXHAUSTIVE AND MAY BE SUPPLEMENTED AS NECESSARY BY THE EMPLOYER.

WORKING CONDITIONS: Positions requires sitting, standing, walking on level and slippery surfaces, reaching, twisting, and turning while entering and exiting a motor vehicle or on foot within the City limits. The position requires near, far, and color vision. Incumbents work in all weather conditions, around moving traffic and may also be subjected to physical threats, verbal abuse, and other stressful situations. Acute hearing is also required when providing phone and counter assistance.

EXPERIENCE AND TRAINING GUIDELINES: A combination of experience and training that would likely provide the required knowledge and abilities is qualifying. 

EDUCATION: Equivalent to the completion of the twelfth grade. 

LICENSES/CERTIFICATIONS:  Possession of a valid California Class “C” Driver’s License.  Some experience in a law enforcement agency is preferred.  Incumbent must have the knowledge of basic organization and activities of a municipal law enforcement agency, principles and procedures of record keeping, basic report preparation, modern office procedures, methods and computer equipment, procedures and techniques for dealing with the public in a tactful but firm manner.

SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION: Candidates must be able to pass a Police Background Investigation, Pre-employment Physical, Psychological, and Polygraph Examinations.

POLICE CADET

$12.24 - $14.88/hr.

(Part-Time, At-Will, No Benefits)

DEFINITION:  The Cadet Program is designed to introduce recent high school graduates (ages 18 to 24) to a law enforcement career and to prepare them for entry into the Police Academy.   Under direct supervision, the Cadet position performs a wide variety of police support duties and clerical assistance for the Fontana Police Department.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:  The employee must have the ability to:

• Perform reception duties; greet visitors and direct to appropriate staff; answer questions and provide general information to the public; answer phones and forward calls as appropriate.
• Provide assistance in property control as needed; log incoming property into computer, release property, transport evidence to crime lab, appear in court to testify regarding the validity of evidence.
• Provide support assistance and learn the duties performed in the following areas:  lobby reception, records, crime prevention, dispatch, patrol, and property control.
• Provide clerical support as needed; type, file, provide requested forms and reports; release vehicles to individuals as appropriate.
• Maintain current enrollment and satisfactory completion of at least 9 semester units of law enforcement related college courses in order to participate in the Cadet program.
• Communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing.
• Learn, understand, interpret and apply Police Department policies and procedures.
• Understand and carry out oral and written instructions.
• Must meet the Peace Officer medical standards recommended by the Commission on Peace Officer Standards and Training. 
• Establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with those contacted in the course of work.
• Employee must perform any other tasks or functions deemed necessary to the daily operations of the employer, and
• Other duties as assigned: This position is always evolving. Therefore, employer reserves the right to modify this job description as necessary.

THE ABOVE LIST OF ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS IS NOT EXHAUSTIVE AND MAY BE SUPPLEMENTED AS NECESSARY BY THE EMPLOYER.

WORKING CONDITIONS:  Position requires sitting, standing, walking, reaching, twisting, turning, kneeling, bending, squatting and stooping in the performance of daily activities.  This position also requires grasping, gripping, repetitive hand movement and fine hand coordination in using a computer keyboard.  The need to lift, carry and push supplies weighing 25 pounds or more is also required.  May be required to work outside in the elements; hot, cold and rain.  Additionally, the position requires near and far vision in reading written documents.  Acute hearing is required when providing telephone and counter service.

EXPERIENCE AND TRAINING GUIDELINES:  Successful candidates will have some basic knowledge of modern office procedures, methods and computer equipment and effective public communication techniques.

EXPERIENCE/EDUCATION:  Equivalent to the completion of the twelfth grade and current and continuous enrollment in an accredited college or university with college level course work in law enforcement.  The incumbent must be a minimum of 18 years old and a maximum of 24 years old.

LICENSES AND/OR CERTIFICATIONS: Possession of, and continuously throughout employment, a valid CA Class “C” Driver’s License.

SELECTION PROCESS:  May include, but not limited to, a written test, physical agility test, department oral interview, thorough background investigation, pre-employment physical, psychological examination, and/or polygraph test.

POLICE OFFICER TRAINEE

$5,796/mo. + excellent benefits

NOW ACCEPTING PELLETB T-SCORES!

*See Below for More Info*

Applicants who possess a PELLETB T-Score of 45 or more, within the past year from the date of application may submit their scores, on official agency letterhead, as an attachment to their application in order to be considered for an exemption from the written exam.  T-Scores must be submitted at time of application.

DEFINITION:  This is a non-sworn trainee position in which incumbents do not gain regular status. Promotion to Police Officer is contingent upon successful completion of the basic academy and review by the Chief of Police.  During training, incumbents do not have police powers but are subject to the rules and regulations of the Fontana Police Department and the police academy attended.  Incumbent may be assigned non-safety duties in the Police Department during training.

EXPERIENCE AND TRAINING GUIDELINES: Must be a citizen of the United States or a permanent resident alien who is eligible for and has applied for citizenship with educational achievement equal to the completion of an accredited US High School or a GED.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:  Candidates must have the ability to:

• Successfully complete the basic police academy that includes classroom and field training.
• Accurately observe and remember names, faces, numbers, incidents, and places.
• Learn to use and properly care for firearms.
• Think and act quickly in emergencies, judge situations, and evaluate people accurately.
• Learn, understand, interpret, and apply laws, regulations, policies, and procedures.
• Prepare clear, accurate, and grammatically correct written reports.
• Meet the requirements for police officer contained in the California State Government Code.
• Understand and carry out oral and written directions.
• Communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing.
• Establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with those contacted in the course of employment.
• Perform any other tasks or functions deemed necessary to the daily operations of the employer.

THE ABOVE LIST OF ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS IS NOT EXHAUSTIVE AND MAY BE SUPPLEMENTED AS NECESSARY BY THE EMPLOYER.

WORKING CONDITIONS: Position requires prolonged sitting, standing, walking, reaching, twisting, turning, kneeling, bending, squatting, and stooping in the performance of daily activities. The position also requires grasping, repetitive hand movement, and fine coordination in preparing reports using a computer keyboard. Additionally, the position requires near, far, and color vision in viewing crime scenes, evidence and firing a weapon. As a law enforcement officer, the incumbent may be required to run in pursuit and subdue suspects while taking them into custody; walk on uneven and slippery surfaces, and climb ladders. This position will be required to work outdoors in all weather conditions, around loud noise, and moving vehicles. Incumbents may also be subjected to physical threats, verbal abuse, and other stressful situations.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS: Possession of, and continuously throughout employment, a valid CA Class “C” Driver's License.  Candidates must also satisfy the following:

AGE: At least 21 years of age upon completion of the basic police academy. 

MEDICAL STANDARDS: Must meet the standards recommended by the Commission on Peace Officer Standards and Training. 

SKILL IN: Physical Agility.

SELECTION PROCESS:  May include, but not limited to, a written test, physical agility test, department oral interview, thorough background investigation, pre-employment physical, psychological examination, and/or polygraph test.

LATERAL POLICE OFFICER

(Must possess Basic P.O.S.T. Cert.)

PRE-SERVICE POLICE OFFICER

(Recent graduation or current enrollment in Academy)

Salary:

Currently enrolled in Academy (Police Officer Trainee) - $5,796/mo.

Lateral Police Officer w/Basic Certificate OR Pre-Service/Recent graduation from Academy - $6,373 - $7,746/mo.

Lateral Police Officer w/Intermediate Certificate - $6,666 - $8,103/mo.

Lateral Police Officer w/Advanced Certificate - $6,969 - $8,472/mo.

Starting salary for Lateral Officers is based on experience, qualifications, and present compensation.

DEFINITION:  The Lateral Police Officer will perform law enforcement and crime prevention in support of the Police Dept.   For the Pre-Service position, promotion to Police Officer is contingent upon successful completion of the basic academy and review by the Chief of Police.  During training, incumbents do not have police powers but are subject to the rules and regulations of the Fontana Police Department and the police academy attended. Incumbents may be assigned non-safety duties in the Police Department during training.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: Candidates must have the ability to:

• Successfully complete the basic police academy which includes classroom and field training.
• Accurately observe and remember names, faces, numbers, incidents and places.
• Learn to use and properly care for firearms.
• Think and act quickly in emergencies, judge situations, and evaluate people accurately.
• Learn, understand, interpret and apply laws, regulations, policies and procedures.
• Prepare clear, accurate and grammatically correct written reports.
• Meet the requirements for police officer contained in the California State Government Code.
• Understand and carry out oral and written directions.
• Communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing.
• Establish  and  maintain  cooperative  working  relationships  with  those  contacted  in  the  course  of employment.
• Perform any other tasks or functions deemed necessary to the daily operations of the employer.

THE  ABOVE  LIST  OF  ESSENTIAL  FUNCTIONS  IS  NOT  EXHAUSTIVE  AND  MAY  BE SUPPLEMENTED AS NECESSARY BY THE EMPLOYER

EXPERIENCE AND TRAINING GUIDELINES: Must be a citizen of the United States or a permanent resident alien who is eligible for and has applied for citizenship with educational achievement equal to the completion of an accredited US High School or a GED, supplemented by 18 units of college level coursework in police science, sociology or a closely related field.   Completion of the basic police academy may be supplemented for some of the required college educational requirements.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS: Possession of, and continuously throughout employment, a valid CA Class “C” Driver's License.  Candidates must also satisfy the following: AGE: At least 21 years of age upon completion of the basic police academy. MEDICAL STANDARDS: Must meet the standards recommended by the Commission on Peace Officer Standards and Training. SKILL IN: Physical Agility.

Working Hours: Patrol Unit Assignment - 3/12.5 + 10 schedule and Non-Patrol Unit - 4/10 schedule

Benefits:

CalPERS Retirement for new staff hired prior to January 1, 2013 with another CalPERS agency (with less than 6 month break):

3.0% @ 55 benefit, Employee pays full member contribution (currently 9%)

OR

CalPERS Retirement for employees hired on or after January 1, 2013 with another CalPERS agency or never before belonging to CalPERS:

2.7% @ 57 benefit, Employees pays 50% of normal costs (currently 11.25%)

Retirement formulas and/or member contributions subject to change.

Cafeteria Plan: Multiple health insurance options available, including a City-paid family Blue Shield HMO plan, family dental, family vision, and life insurance.

Deferred Compensation: Voluntary 457(b) plans with a City-matched contribution of up to $100/mo. into one account managed by a City provider.

Leave Accrual: Minimum 200 hours per year to a maximum of 312 hours after 20 years of service.

Uniform Allowance: $1,250 per year paid in semi-annual increments.

Merit Increases: Five (5) steps at 5% increments.

Bilingual Differential: $100.00 per pay period for those employees assigned to provide translation to and from a foreign language.

Holidays: Fourteen (14) City Holidays paid at 5.38 hours per pay period.

Probationary Period: 

Eighteen (18) months for Police Officer with Basic Certificate.

Twelve (12) months for Police Officer with Intermediate and above.

Selection Process may include:

Written and Physical Agility

Department Oral Interview Process

Pre-employment Physical

Psychological

Polygraph

Background Investigation

The City of Albany is seeking motivated candidates to apply for a part-time opening in our Police Department.  Under direct supervision, the Police Cadet performs a variety of routine and progressively more difficult tasks in an apprenticeship program in preparation for a career in law enforcement. The Police Cadet performs assignments in various divisions of the Police Department and completes related work as required.

Police Cadets are hired into this temporary non-sworn, non-benefited position for up to a four-year period while the Police Cadet and the department explore the incumbent’s interest and competency for employment opportunities in law enforcement. Police Cadets serve at the pleasure of the Chief of Police. A significant degree of initiative, independent judgment, and discretion is required. Individuals hired will be required to wear a uniform which is provided by the Police Department. This is not a sworn Peace Officer position; no weapon will be authorized.

Class Characteristics

The classification of Police Cadet is used for apprenticeship type programs in the field of law enforcement to familiarize incumbents with public service in various policing occupations. Police Cadet is a non-sworn, multi-incumbent class which performs the majority of duties. Duties assigned to this class does not require the incumbents to have Police Officer status. Experience in this position exposes Cadets to various working units and practices within the Police Department over a period of time, generally less than four years. A Police Cadet is not expected to have prior experience but is expected to have a demonstrable interest in public service, specifically a career in policing.

Typical Job Duties

Management reserves the right to add, modify, change, or rescind the work assignments of different positions and to make reasonable accommodations so that qualified employees can perform the essential functions of the job.

• Performs clerical duties including record keeping, answering telephones, data processing and filing.
• Operates police computer systems to enter, process and/or research information and prepare administrative reports.
• Assists in photocopying, filing, indexing and locating police records and related paperwork
• Fingerprints individuals and performs photography duties.
• Participates in formalized training courses and programs as assigned.
• Lifts and carries equipment and other items and performs strenuous activities.
• Drives a vehicle on City business and assists with vehicle transportation.
• Assists with parking enforcement and traffic control function as needed.
• Assists in the Public Safety Dispatch Center as needed.
• Assists at the public service counter as needed.
• Assists property room staff in packaging, processing, moving, and storing evidence and property, storage inventory, auditing, purging, auction and destruction duties.
• Rides with officers to observe and learn peace officer responsibilities and techniques.
• Performs official business errands for the department such as transporting documents, evidence, and information to courts, district attorney offices, crime laboratories and the Central Identification Bureau.
• Escort visitors, vendors, contractors and others in/through secure areas of the department.
• Provides traffic direction and control for special events, crime scenes, critical incidents and under other circumstances
• Assists in research projects, police services and functions.
• Working alone or as a member of a group, informs, educates, and confers with community members concerning crime prevention.
• Prepares reports as required in the performance of assigned duties.
• Performs other projects/tasks as assigned.

Knowledge of:

Basic functions of a Police Department. California Vehicle and Penal Code; City of Albany Police Department rules, regulations and operating procedures; geography of the City and surrounding communities; organizational structure of the Police Department; departmental record keeping practices; basic crime prevention; proper English grammar, spelling, punctuation and dictation for the purpose of completing various police reports; effective customer service techniques.

Ability to:

Learn, understand and apply applicable laws, ordinances, policies and procedures; Understand and carry out oral and written instructions; Establish and maintain effective relationships with those contacted in the course of work; Work under strict law enforcement/paramilitary structure; Communicate effectively orally and in writing; Read and write at the level required for successful job performance; Meet and serve the public with courtesy, tact and professionalism; Analyze situations accurately and select quick, effective and responsible courses of action; Learn standard broadcasting procedures of a police radio system; Learn to use a computer and applicable software.

Minimum Requirements

Any combination of training and experience that would provide the required knowledge, skills, and abilities is qualifying. A typical way to obtain the required qualifications would be:

• Possession of a High School diploma, GED, or equivalency
• Must be at least 18 years of age and no more than 30 years at time of appointment
• Must be currently enrolled at an accredited college or university in at least 6 semester/8 quarter units of Police Science, Criminal Justice, Administration of Justice or a related field, or, if not currently enrolled, must have earned at least 12 semester/18 quarter units of Police Science, Criminal Justice, Administration of Justice or a related field at an accredited college or university.
• Must be able to successfully pass a police department pre-employment screening process which includes background, polygraph, psychological and medical investigations.
• Must possess and maintain a valid California driver's license and a satisfactory driving record.
• Must be able to work a flexible schedule, to include overtime, emergency call back, shift work, nights, holidays and weekends to accommodate department needs.

Please Note: All college/university course work in Police Science, Criminal Justice or Administration of Justice must have been accomplished with an overall grade point average of 2.5 or better.

Physical Demands and Working Conditions

Work is performed indoors in a front counter or office environment and may occasionally be performed outdoors with full exposure to the elements. An incumbent drives a vehicle on City business, sits and stands for periods of time, uses a computer, walks and may run on slippery/uneven surfaces, climbs, kneels, crouches, twists, reaches, bends, crawls and grasps, lifts, carries, pushes, pulls and drags equipment and other items weighing up to 30 pounds. When assisting with traffic control, an incumbent may be exposed to vehicular traffic and fumes. When assisting with property and evidence, incumbents may be exposed to dust, dirt, bugs, rodents and rodent droppings inherent in storage facilities and a variety of hazardous compounds which may be found on property/evidence to include materials contaminated by blood and other human products, explosive materials and dangerous narcotic compounds. Incumbents must be able to meet the physical requirements of the class and have mobility, vision, hearing, sense of smell and dexterity levels appropriate to the duties to be performed.

Ideal Candidate

• Has a demonstrated interest in public service, specifically a career in policing
• Possesses excellent communication skills (both orally and in writing)
• Is organized, personable, and able to work independently and as part of a team

Benefits

This position is not eligible for benefits beyond what is required by law. 

Selection Process

Interested individuals are encouraged to apply online today!  All completed applications will be reviewed.  The most qualified candidates will be invited to participate in the selection process which is tentatively scheduled as follows:

• Deadline to Submit Application:  August 18, 2019 at 5:00pm
• Written Exam: September 3, 2019 at 6:30pm
• Oral Board Interviews:  Will be scheduled for the week of September 16

The information contained in this Employment Opportunity flyer is subject to change and does not constitute either an expressed or implied contract.  The City of Albany  is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against race, color, gender, gender identity, religion, national origin, age, sex origin or disability.  In accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, should special accommodations be necessary at any stage of the selection process, please contact Human Resources at (510) 528-5715.