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The City of Livermore is currently accepting applications for the position of Senior Clerk.  The current vacancy exists in the Library Department.  Apply at www.cityoflivermore.net/jobs by 5 p.m. on Monday, June 28, 2021 to be considered.

THE POSITION

A Senior Clerk provides a variety of routine to difficult clerical support to a department, division, or section including word processing, filing, record keeping, processing invoices for payment, answering telephones, other duties as assigned.  Positions in this classification independently perform a variety of office support duties under fairly clear guidelines making decisions with the guidance of supervision in non-routine circumstances.

Examples of Duties for this Position:

• Prepares and distributes memos, letters, reports, and other office correspondence
• Maintains accurate, up-to-date files and records, and generate reports
• Reviews documents for accuracy, completion, and conformance to established procedures
• Researches and orders various supplies
• Tracks spending and performs basic accounting functions
• Uses a personal computer to perform word processing, spreadsheet, data base, and other specialized functions

About Us

Fremont is a well-managed and innovative city! Located in the heart of the Bay Area and Silicon Valley, Fremont prides itself on innovation, clean technology and advanced manufacturing, a low crime rate, great schools, a low unemployment rate, quality parks, nearby open space, and an incredibly diverse population of over 235,000 residents.  As a full-service city, Fremont employs 962 regular employees and operates on a FY 2020-21 General Fund budget of $213.4 million.  With its strong and diversified business base, Fremont is an important economic force in the region.  The City strives to be an innovator in municipal government, with dynamic leadership provided by the City Council and City Manager. 

Fremont is an employer that values its people, creativity, quality service, integrity, open communication, collaboration, mutual respect, and diversity. Employees find their work challenging, yet rewarding, and most importantly, enjoy the chance to make a difference through public service.

The Police Department

The Fremont Police Department values dedication, integrity, professionalism, and community partnership. These characteristics are the framework to their mission and vision. They are the foundation of how they carry out their duties and responsibilities. With daily opportunities to serve, you will never have to search your life for meaning.

Ideal Candidate

The Fremont Police Department is searching for a motivated candidate with an interest in law enforcement.  The ideal candidate will typically have work experience in the public sector with extensive public contact, a valid Class C California Driver’s License, and a satisfactory driving record. A candidate who is currently employed as a Community Service Officer  (or equivalent) by a California Law Enforcement Agency that has successfully completed a training program is highly desirable, although not required.

A successful Community Service Officer will be able to work rotating shifts and irregular duty assignments including weekends and holidays; be able to learn and apply local and state laws, rules and regulations; and communicate effectively with people from a variety of cultural and socio-economic backgrounds.

The Position & Responsibilities

Under general supervision, this position provides non-sworn police services in crime prevention, investigation and response, and assists sworn police officers in various non-sworn related duties.  Incumbents may be assigned to specific department programs such as Patrol, Missing Persons Investigator, Traffic, Taxi Permits,  Alarm Abatement Coordinator, or Volunteer Administrator.  Visit our website to see the complete job specification.

· Interview victims/witnesses and potential suspects, and document statements

· Prepare collision reports/diagrams

· Receive reports of commercial, residential and automobile burglaries, petty theft, grand theft, found property, abandoned bicycles, missing persons, auto theft, and other crimes with no known suspects

· Conduct initial crime investigations and prepare reports of findings

· Ascertain value of stolen vehicles and other lost/stolen items, in reports

· Investigate vandalism

· Transport juvenile detainees

· Serve subpoenas

· Identify and enforce traffic and parking ordinances

· Respond to animal control emergencies as needed when Animal Control is off duty

· Identify, tag and tow abandoned vehicles

· Identify and remove a variety of traffic hazards

· Perform traffic control

· Respond to and investigate traffic complaints

· Issue parking/equipment violation citations

Minimum Qualifications

Any combination of education and/or experience which has provided the knowledge, skills, and abilities necessary to satisfactory job performance would be qualifying.  A typical way to obtain the required knowledge, skills and abilities would be graduation from an accredited high school (GED or CHSPE may be substituted for a high school diploma) and some public contact experience.  This position requires possession of a valid Class C California Driver's License.  Failure to possess or maintain the valid required license shall result in discipline up to and including termination of employment. Willingness to work rotating shifts and irregular duty assignments is required.

About Us

Fremont is a well-managed and innovative city! Located in the heart of the Bay Area and Silicon Valley, Fremont prides itself on innovation, clean technology and advanced manufacturing, a low crime rate, great schools, a low unemployment rate, quality parks, nearby open space, and an incredibly diverse population of over 235,000 residents.  As a full-service city, Fremont employs 962 regular employees and operates on a FY 2020-21 General Fund budget of $213.4 million.  With its strong and diversified business base, Fremont is an important economic force in the region.  The City strives to be an innovator in municipal government, with dynamic leadership provided by the City Council and City Manager. 

The Department

Fremont’s Human Services Department is nationally and internationally recognized for its innovation and effective programs. The Department works to sustain the City’s social service infrastructure which promotes a healthy and safe environment for all residents. The Department also directly offers services to residents throughout their life course from infants to elders. Services offered to families are designed to help them become or remain self-sufficient.

Ideal Candidate

The Human Services Department is seeking a motivated individual who enjoys working with and serving older adults. In addition to the minimum qualifications and required licensures, the successful candidate will be an independent and effective team player who is able to multitask in a fast paced work environment.  The ideal candidate will possess knowledge of applicable laws, rules and regulations.  Experience with Microsoft Office Suite and databases is desirable.  The selected Office Specialist will demonstrate their ability to perform a variety of responsible clerical duties in support of department operations including maintenance of appropriate records and preparation of general reports;  provide exceptional customer service to both internal and external customers; operate a variety of office equipment such as a calculator, review documents related to department operations; perform basic mathematical calculations; verify and check files and data; research and resolve discrepancies; and track projects. Additionally, the selected candidate should demonstrate strong communication skills (written and verbal) and excellent customer service skills.  Bilingual skills in written and oral communication in Mandarin or Cantonese is highly desirable.

The Position & Responsibilities

The Office Specialist I/II will act as a clerical support member assigned to the Age Well Center at South Fremont in the Human Services Department.  The selected candidate would be part of an administrative team that provides custom service support to both internal and external customers.  Examples of duties include:

· Performs a wide variety of routine clerical work including filing, billing, checking, tracking, recording information on records, and processing personnel, payroll, purchasing, and training information.

· Sorts and files documents and records, maintaining alphabetical index and cross-reference files.

· Answers the telephone and assists the general public and City staff, giving information on department and assigned program policies and procedures.

· Screens calls and visitors, and refer inquiries as appropriate.

· Schedules meetings, inspections and appointments as assigned.

· Receives, issues, and processes various applications, licenses,  work order, permits and other forms.

· Develops and maintains spreadsheets, databases and other automated systems.

· Composes routine correspondence independently.

· Compiles and formats information and data from a variety of sources for statistical and financial reports.

· Maintains ledger of expenses and revenues.

· Records and posts information, data or figures.

· Conducts research of records, programs, processes, procedures, office equipment and supplies, office services, and resources.

· Scans, indexes and verifies records for digital imaging.

· Assists in the support of a board or commission including posting legal notices, preparing agendas, assembling background materials, and typing minutes of meetings as assigned.

· Coordinates or participates in the preparation for meetings, presentations and events.

· Posts and maintains information on department/division intranet and/or internet website pages.

· Builds and maintains positive working relationships with co-workers, and other City employees and the public using principles of good customer service.

· Other related duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

The successful candidate will have any combination of education and/or experience that has provided the knowledge and skills necessary to satisfactorily perform the essential duties of the job.  A typical way to obtain the required knowledge and skills would be:

Office Specialist I:

Education: Completion of twelfth grade or equivalent.

Licenses, Certificates & Special Requirements: Possession of, or ability to obtain by the time of appointment and maintain during appointment, a valid Class C California Driver’s License.

Office Specialist II:

Education: Completion of twelfth grade or equivalent.

Experience: Two (2) years of general clerical experience.

Licenses, Certificates & Special Requirements: Possession of, or ability to obtain by the time of appointment and maintain during appointment, a valid Class C California Driver’s License.

The Livermore Area Recreation and Park District  seeks a talented, highly organized Administrative Assistant to support the Office of the General Manager.  This role will work closely with the Executive Assistant to the General Manager, and will require excellent written and verbal communication skills with experience in Microsoft Office 365 and Adobe Acrobat.  The selected candidate will provide office support by maintaining an effective records management and filing system; indexing board resolutions and approved minutes; assisting with public meeting setup, support and follow-up on action items; event planning, and providing back-up support for other assistants when needed. 

Please submit a District application, cover letter, and resume online at https://www.calopps.org/livermore-area-recreation-and-park-district.  Applicants who do not submit all required documents may not be considered.

Based upon all submitted materials, the applicants presenting the best job-related qualifications will be invited to proceed in the recruitment process.  The recruitment schedule outlined below is tentative and subject to change:

• Panel Interview: Tuesday, July 20, 2021
• Final Interview: Tuesday, July 27, 2021

Under general direction, provides varied, complex, and confidential office administrative in support of the Office of the General Manager, including handling confidential materials; provides information to the public and staff requiring considerable knowledge of District and department services, policies, and procedures; performs technical support work related to the responsibilities of the Executive Assistant to the General Manager; conducts special projects; and performs related work as required.

Receives general direction from the Executive Assistant to the General Manager. May provide technical and functional direction to assigned administrative support staff and/or volunteers.

This is an advanced administrative support classification series. Incumbents perform a variety of administrative and  support work for the Executive Assistant to the General Manager and associated staff. The work requires extensive contact with the Board of Directors and the public, the frequent use of tact, discretion, and independent judgment, knowledge of District activities, and the ability to conduct independent projects. This classification is distinguished from other office administrative classes in the nature, scope, and diversity of responsibilities originating at a District-wide level requiring a broader understanding of District functions and the capability of relieving District management staff of day-to-day administrative and coordinative duties. This classification is further distinguished from the Executive Assistant to the General Manager class in that the latter provides advanced administrative support to the General Manager.

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.

• Provides administrative support to the Executive Assistant to the General Manager by assisting with duties of an advanced, complex, sensitive, and confidential nature; acts as a liaison between the Executive Assistant to the General Manager and the Board of Directors, other District staff and the public, coordinating resolutions and following up with staff when appropriate.
• Coordinates and maintains multiple calendars, and schedules meetings and appointments for the Executive Assistant to the General Manager.
• Provides administrative support to District commissions, committees, and/or task forces as assigned; will attend meetings, prepare minutes, and perform follow-up on decisions as required.
• Receives and screens visitors, telephone calls, emails, and regular mail; provides information to the public to ensure an understanding of departmental and District policies and procedures; listens to questions and explains procedures according to existing guidelines; refers inquiries to the appropriate department and/or District representative as necessary; identifies and/or negotiates solutions to complaints and problems when appropriate.
• Composes, types, and edits a variety of documents including detailed and confidential correspondence, forms, meeting minutes, memos, reports, statistical reports, invitations, graphic materials, manuals, and specialized documents for the Executive Assistant to the General Manager and other management and department staff from rough draft, handwritten copy, verbal instructions, or from other material; proofreads materials for accuracy, completeness, compliance with departmental policies, format, and English usage, including grammar, punctuation, and spelling; inputs and retrieves data and text using a computer.
• Designs and implements file, index, tracking, and recordkeeping systems; researches records within areas of assigned responsibility to prepare reports and provide follow-up information to customer and staff inquiries; organizes and maintains various administrative, confidential, reference, and follow-up files and records for the Executive Assistant to the General Manager.
• Operates standard office equipment, including job-related computer hardware and software applications, facsimile equipment, and multi-line telephones.
• Provides direction and training to assigned volunteer and/or administrative staff.
• Assists with District special events, as needed.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Education and Experience:

• Associate’s degree or equivalent in business or public administration, or a related field is required;
• Three years of relevant experience.
• Any combination of training, education, and experience that would provide the required knowledge, skills, and abilities.

Knowledge of:

• Principles and practices of leadership, positive reinforcement, and team dynamics.
• Practices and methods of office management and administration, including the use of standard office equipment.
• Organization and function of public agencies, including the role of an elected Board of Directors and appointed boards and commissions.
• Applicable federal, state, and local laws, rules, regulations, ordinances, and organizational policies and procedures relevant to assigned area of responsibility.
• Principles and procedures of recordkeeping and reporting.
• Principles and practices of data collection and report preparation.
• Business letter writing and standard formats for reports and correspondence.
• Business mathematics and basic statistical techniques.
• Modern office practices, methods, and computer equipment and applications related to the work.
• Techniques for providing a high level of customer service by effectively dealing with the public, vendors, contractors, and District staff.

Ability to:

• Maintain confidentiality and discretion in handling and processing confidential information and data.
• Interpret, apply, explain, and ensure compliance with applicable laws, rules, regulations, policies, and procedures, as well as complex administrative and departmental policies and procedures.
• Effectively provide leadership and work direction to staff.
• Perform responsible administrative support work with accuracy and speed.
• Provide varied and responsible office administrative work requiring the use of tact and discretion.
• Understand the organization and operation of the District and of outside agencies as necessary to assume assigned responsibilities.
• Compose correspondence and reports independently or from brief instructions.
• Understand and carry out complex oral and written directions.
• Research, analyze, and summarize data and prepare accurate and logical written reports.
• Maintain confidentiality.
• Make accurate arithmetic, financial, and statistical computations.
• Enter and retrieve data from a computer with sufficient speed and accuracy to perform assigned work.
• Establish and maintain a variety of filing, recordkeeping, and tracking systems.
• Organize and prioritize a variety of projects and multiple tasks in an effective and timely manner; organize own work, set priorities, and meet critical time deadlines.
• Operate office equipment and computer applications related to the work.
• Use tact, initiative, prudence, and independent judgment within general policy and legal guidelines.
• Use English effectively to communicate in person, over the telephone, and in writing.
• Establish, maintain, and foster positive and effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work.

Licenses and Certifications:

• At time of appointment, California Driver’s License with a satisfactory driving record maintained throughout employment.
• Relevant professional certifications are desirable.

Must possess: mobility to work in a standard office setting and use standard office equipment, including a computer, and to visit various District and meeting sites; vision to read printed materials and a computer screen; and hearing and speech to communicate in person, before groups, and over the telephone. This is primarily a sedentary office classification although standing and walking between work areas may be required. Finger dexterity needed to access, enter, and retrieve data using a computer keyboard, calculator, and to operate standard office equipment. Occasionally bend, stoop, kneel, reach, push, and pull drawers open and closed to retrieve and file information. Ability to lift, carry, push, and pull materials and objects up to 40 pounds or heavier weights with assistance and/or the use of proper equipment.

Incumbents typically work in an office environment with moderate noise levels, controlled temperature conditions, and no direct exposure to hazardous physical substances. Incumbents will interact with individuals in interpreting and enforcing rules, policies, and procedures.

Incumbents may be assigned an irregular work schedule, including weekends, early mornings, evenings, and holidays.

• Department of Justice fingerprint clearance.
• TB Test

Applicants with disabilities may request reasonable accommodation throughout the selection process. Request for reasonable accommodation during the selection process may be made by contacting the Human Resources Office prior to the final filing date.

LARPD is an Equal Opportunity/ADA Employer and values diversity at all levels of the organization.

About Us

Fremont is a well-managed and innovative city! Located in the heart of the Bay Area and Silicon Valley, Fremont prides itself on innovation, clean technology and advanced manufacturing, a low crime rate, great schools, a low unemployment rate, quality parks, nearby open space, and an incredibly diverse population of over 235,000 residents. As a full-service city, Fremont employs 962 regular employees and operates on a FY 2020-21 General Fund budget of $213.4 million. With its strong and diversified business base, Fremont is an important economic force in the region. The City strives to be an innovator in municipal government, with dynamic leadership provided by the City Council and City Manager.

Fremont is an employer that values its people, creativity, quality service, integrity, open communication, collaboration, mutual respect, and diversity. Employees find their work challenging, yet rewarding, and most importantly, enjoy the chance to make a difference through public service.

The City Manager’s Office

The City Manager’s Office provides strategic leadership that supports the Mayor and the City Council in its policymaking role; and effectively motivate and challenge the organization to deliver high quality services that meet the community’s needs while ensuring that effective communication tools are used to engage the workforce and community.

Ideal Candidate

The City Manager’s Office is searching for an effective and self-motivated individual who has the ability to perform a variety of technologically complex, responsible and confidential administrative duties in a fast paced environment to support an executive. The Executive Assistant to the City Manager must be well versed in writing, reporting, scheduling, organization, time management and travel logistics. The ideal candidate will be resourceful, innovative and have strong customer service skills to communicate effectively orally and in writing. The Executive Assistant to the City Manager will demonstrate the ability to be flexible, sensible and respectful while working in a diverse environment. The successful candidate will work collaboratively with staff within the City, as well as outside agencies and citizen groups. The Executive Assistant to the City Manager should be comfortable with modern business technology, modern municipal business systems (PeopleSoft, Tyler-Munis, MinuteTraq) and possess skills with Microsoft Suite programs (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Publisher, Outlook), Adobe Pro, DocuSign and virtual collaboration technology. An Associate’s degree or higher is preferred. Experience with a public agency is also desirable.

The Position & Responsibilities

The Executive Assistant to the City Manager is a critical position in the City Manager’s Office. Examples of responsibilities include the following:
• Maintain executive's appointment schedule by planning and scheduling meetings, conferences, teleconferences, and travel.
• Conserve executive's time by reading, researching, and routing correspondence; drafting/proofing letters and documents; collecting and analyzing information.
• Maintain confidence and protect operations by keeping information confidential.
• Prepare reports by collecting and analyzing information; Assist in development and preparation of staff reports for submittal to the City Manager or City Council; develop PowerPoint presentations.
• Compile staff reports for quality assurance and completeness.
• Provide historical reference by developing and utilizing filing and retrieval systems, including maintaining records and files for administrative activities in the City Manager’s Office.
• Maintain office supplies inventory by checking stock to determine inventory level; anticipating needed supplies; evaluating new office products; placing and expediting orders for supplies; verifying receipt of supplies; monitoring/controlling expenditures.
• Prepare or process various documents using a variety of computer and desktop publishing software and applicable to assignment.
• Interpret and explain City and department policies, rules, and regulations in response to inquiries.
• Communicate effectively and provide support to City Councilmembers.
• Provide clerical support for assigned task forces, commissions, and boards.
• Provide a high level of customer service, both internally and externally.
• Ensure proper operation of office equipment by completing preventive maintenance requirements; troubleshooting malfunctions; calling for repairs; maintaining equipment inventories; evaluating new equipment and techniques.
• Contribute to team effort by accomplishing related results as needed.
• Possess a positive “can-do” attitude.

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Under general supervision, provides a variety of routine to complex clerical support services within assigned police areas, including but not limited to: typing, word processing, transcription of detailed and confidential material, record keeping and filing. Performs related work as assigned.

The Police Office Assistant is a journey-level position, fully competent to independently perform a variety of office support duties. All positions are characterized by the presence of clear guidelines from which to make decisions and the availability of supervision in non- routine circumstances. Specific duties, including the amount of typing, word processing, and use of on-line or personal computers, will vary with the organization unit to which assigned.

• Types correspondence, reports, and specialized documents related to the functions of the police unit to which assigned from drafts, notes, dictated tapes, or brief instructions, using a typewriter or word processor.
• Proofreads and edits as necessary typed and other materials for accuracy, completeness, compliance with departmental policies and correct English usage, including grammar, punctuation, and spelling.
• Enters and retrieves data and prepares reports from an on-line or personal computer system, following established formats.
• Prepares and updates a variety of reports which may require the use of arithmetic calculations.
• Maintains records and processes forms such as payroll records, purchase requisitions and orders, and others specific to the organizational unit.
• Establishes and maintains office files; researches and compiles information from such files.
• Provides factual information regarding City or unit activities and functions.
• Accesses confidential local, state and federal databases
• Views and handles confidential backgrounds and personnel files of prospective and future employees
• Reviews computer produced reports for accuracy and makes corrections as required.
• Operates standard office equipment and performs such office support activities as opening and distributing mail; processing outgoing mail, erasing dictation tapes and ordering supplies
• Issues and maintains identification files; seals juvenile and adult arrest records.
• Receives subpoenas, notifies appropriate parties and maintains subpoena files.
• Handles confidential information, including case files, criminal information bulletins, fingerprints and other related material.
• Ability to process Department’s payroll and time sheets as a primary or support function.

About Us

Fremont is a well-managed and innovative city! Located in the heart of the Bay Area and Silicon Valley, Fremont prides itself on innovation, clean technology and advanced manufacturing, a low crime rate, great schools, a low unemployment rate, quality parks, nearby open space, and an incredibly diverse population of over 235,000 residents.  As a full-service city, Fremont employs 962 regular employees and operates on a FY 2020-21 General Fund budget of $213.4 million.  With its strong and diversified business base, Fremont is an important economic force in the region.  The City strives to be an innovator in municipal government, with dynamic leadership provided by the City Council and City Manager. 

The Department

The Community Development Department provides community planning, engineering, code enforcement, and building permit and inspection services. Using the City's General Plan and zoning and subdivision ordinances, the Department acts as the steward of the community by assisting the public through mandated development project reviews, the subdivision of land, and related public improvement plans. 
 
To safeguard life, health, property, and the public welfare, the Department is also responsible for ensuring that buildings and public improvements are designed and constructed according to established standards and governing regulations. The City's capital assets - such as streets, parks, and public buildings - are designed and constructed under the Department's auspices.

The Ideal Candidate

The City is searching for a self-motivated individual to join our team.  In addition to the minimum qualifications and required licensures, candidates must have knowledge of principles and practices of plan checking; policies and procedures for fee assessments; and demonstrate excellent customer service skills. The selected candidate should have strong communication (written and verbal) skills; the ability to read and interpret documents and plans;  learn and apply various state and local laws, codes, ordinances and regulations applying to both zoning and building; operate standard office equipment; and have worked with a diverse population.  Experience with a public agency is desirable.

The Position & Responsibilities

The Community Development Technician performs a wide variety of technical, paraprofessional support, and customer service duties related to building permits, development and planning applications. Examples of job duties include:

· Assists the general public at the front counter, in writing, or by phone regarding building and development review/permit requirements, and provide general plan and zoning information.

· Assists the public in plan review and plan check filing procedures and processing.

· Answers inquiries regarding permit status.

· Accepts building permit and development review applications.

· Reviews applications for completeness and conformance with ordinances and department's standards, policies and guidelines.

· Reviews applications for modifications in land use, zoning, setbacks or other planning requirements such as compliance with previously approved conditions of approval.

· Calculates impact, affordable housing, permit and plan check fees.

· Calculate various fees, prepare fee estimates and apply fees to permits or other development review billings.

· Approves and issues administrative over-the-counter permits.

· Enters permit data into an automated database.

· Coordinates with GIS staff in maintaining the address database.

· Routes plans to other City departments and/or outside agencies for review and track plan review process.

· Builds and maintains positive working relationships with co-workers, other City employees and the public using principles of good customer service.

· Compiles zoning and planning related data as directed by professional-level planning staff.

· Schedules inspections.

· Creates and maintains informational flyers and brochures.

· Prepares various reports.

· Other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

Any combination of education and experience that would provide the knowledge, skills and abilities required to perform the essential duties of the job would be qualifying.  A typical way to accomplish this includes:

Education: Graduated from high school or equivalent and additional coursework in the field of public planning, architecture, construction technology or related subjects.

Experience: Two (2) years of experience in the permit technician field, preferably with a public agency.

Licenses/Certificates/Special Requirements:

· Possession of a Class C California driver’s license.

· Possession of an International Code Council Permit Technician Certificate is required within six months of the date of hire.

City of San Leandro, CA

Position:  Police Business Manager

The City of San Leandro, CA is seeking an innovative Police Business Manager.  The ideal candidate will have a breadth of knowledge and experience developing and managing departmental budgets; negotiating, awarding, and managing consultant contracts for various programs and projects within the Police Department, ensuring completion within established timelines and budgets; and performing financial analysis and the production of reports and presentations to diverse audiences, including various Boards and Commissions.  The successful candidate will possess an understanding of law enforcement activities, policies, and emerging products and trends and be able to analyze and recommend changes in procedures based on applicability to City needs.  The Police Business Manager must be a creative problem solver who is committed to communicating effectively and cultivating successful working relationships with others including City officials, staff at all levels, and members of the public. 

Education and Experience Guidelines:  Any combination equivalent to experience and education that would most likely provide the required knowledge and abilities would be qualifying.  A typical way to obtain the knowledge and abilities would be a Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university with major course work in business administration, finance, public administration, or a related field and four years of progressively responsible professional level financial services or administrative experience which includes grant and budget management; preferably in a governmental or public agency setting.

To view the entire job bulletin and to apply for this exciting opportunity, please visit the City’s website at

https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/cityofsanleandro.

Salary Range:  $9,964.00 - $12,109.00/month
Application Filing Deadline:  Open until filled.

Closing Date: TBD

Please review the special instructions before applying for this job opportunity.

Compensation:

Police Officer Trainee:   $6,073 - $6,373 monthly * (4.5% cost of living adjustment projected effective 1/1/2021)
Police Officer:  $8,262 - $9,970 monthly

This recruitment is open to those individuals with no prior law enforcement experience and have not received POST certified police academy training.   If you are a POST certified academy graduate, please apply to the recruitment titled Police Officer (Academy Graduate or Participant).

Essential Duties

Duties may include but are not limited to the following:

Attends a basic POST 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.

JOB RELATED AND ESSENTIAL QUALIFICATIONS

Ability to:

• Successfully complete academy requirements.
• Observe accurately and remember names, faces, numbers, incidents and places.
• Think and act quickly in emergencies, and to judge situations and people accurately.
• Understand and interpret laws and regulations.
• Prepare clear, concise, and comprehensive written reports.
• Become proficient in self-defense techniques.
• Become proficient in the care and use of firearms.
• Follow oral and written instructions.
• Deal courteously and effectively with the general public.

Minimum Qualifications

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: None.

Education: High school diploma or equivalent.

Licenses: Possession and maintenance of a valid Class C California Driver's License.

Special Qualifications:

• Free of any felony convictions.
• A citizen of the United States or a permanent resident alien who is eligible for and has applied for citizenship (Government Code Para. 1031).
• Age, not less than 21 years at time of appointment.
• Vision in each eye, correctable to at least 20/30.
• Must pass a background investigation.
• Must meet all Department medical, physical and psychological standards.
• Bi-lingual applicants are encouraged to apply.

Supplemental Information

PROBATIONARY PERIOD:
Until successful completion of a POST basic academy and assumes the position of Police Officer.

Candidates must submit a completed City of Hayward job application. Applications must be submitted by: next review date TBD.  The examination and selection process will include: Pre-qualifying background questionnaire via Survey Monkey to determine eligibility to advance in the process, POST Entry Level Law Enforcement Test Battery (PELLETB) Exam* that candidates must receive a score of 46 or higher on to advance in the process; Physical Agility Test where all components of the event must be passed in order to continue to the next phase of the process; Computer administered writing skills examination (different from the POST written examination) designed to evaluate your writing skills and abilities, Oral Panel Interview where candidates will be interviewed by a qualifications appraisal panel to determine ranking on the Police Officer Trainee Eligibility List.  Those candidates ranking highest on the eligible list will be granted a selection interview where they will be interviewed by the Personnel and Training Administrator of the Hayward Police Department. Those candidates deemed most highly qualified from the selection interview may be invited to interview with the Chief of Police. Final selection and job offer is contingent upon successful completion of a comprehensive police background investigation, including personal history, prior job performance and activities that may negatively affect job performance, as well as a medical examination and psychological examination.

Tentative Dates are as follows (PLEASE NOTE, DATES ARE SUBJECT TO CHANGE AT THE CITY'S DISCRETION):
 

*If you have a PELLET B T-Score of 46 or above on the POST written examination and/or a WSTB Physical agility score of 384 or above, including completion of a 1.5 mile run, dated on or after March 26, 2020, you may submit your scores in lieu of the City of Hayward's administration of the PELLETB/WSTB testing with your online application. 

The examination process will result in a ranked eligible register of candidates for hiring consideration by the department.  Actual hire depends on success in the departmental selection process.

Applicants will be notified electronically via GovernmentJobs.com as to their status in the selection process.  It is the responsibility of the applicant to ensure they can receive email notice from NeoGov/Government Jobs and the City of Hayward.

Candidates are encouraged to apply online at www.hayward-ca.gov under the Current Vacancies tab or at www.GovernmentJobs.com.  Paper applications can be obtained by contacting the Human Resources Department at (510) 583-4500.  Office hours are Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.