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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.

APPLICATION

To apply, please complete an application and supplemental questionnaire online at www.calopps.org. 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) must be submitted with application.  Certificates will only be accepted from a recognized business, adult school, or employment agency. Online typing test results will not be accepted. Applications received without a valid typing certificate, or not meeting the minimum words per minute (40 wpm net) will not be considered and applicants will not be contacted to correct the deficiency. Lateral applicants from a POST certified agency are not required to submit a typing certificate.

 SELECTION PROCESS

OPEN UNTIL FILLED RECRUITMENT: Apply immediately as 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.  Qualified applicants will be invited to take a written, entry-level Dispatcher test administered by City personnel. Tentative test dates are scheduled for Friday, September 6, 13, and 27, and Saturday, September 21.  Applicants will be notified by email of the scheduled time and location.  Lateral applicants from a POST certified agency will not be subject to a 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 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.

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.

IMMIGRATION REFORM AND CONTROL ACT

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.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

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 City of Newark is currently accepting applications for Police Officer Trainees - Entry Level and Academy Attendees. 

THE POSITION:

The Police Officer Trainee position is an entry level position, requiring no prior law enforcement experience. Applicants are required to possess a valid California Driver’s License, be a U.S. Citizen and be at least 21 years old at time of swear-in. All applicants must possess a strong moral character, as well as good work ethic and maturity. All candidates will be required to undergo comprehensive testing processes to determine their physical and mental suitability for a career in Law Enforcement.

The Police Officer Trainee is a temporary employee.  The trainee attends a P.O.S.T. certified academy.  Upon successful completion of the academy, the trainee will be eligible for appointment to the position of Police Officer.  New Police Officers will receive benefits available to regular employees and will serve an 18-month probationary period.

The Newark Police Department is a modern, progressive law enforcement agency with 59 sworn and 25 non-sworn employees. Well qualified officers enjoy specialty assignments and promotions based upon training and experience. State of the art safety equipment, including, individually issued AR-15 patrol rifles with EOTech sights, Ballistic Helmets, Smart Phones and an Armored Rescue Vehicle.

Numerous specialty assignments, most with premium pay incentives, to include: Detectives, Special Enforcement Team (SET), Field Training Officer (FTO), Hostage Negotiation Team (HNT), Traffic Division, School Resource Officers (SRO), Major Crimes Task Force, K-9, S.W.A.T. Team, Honor Guard, Firearms Instructor, Use of Force Instructor, and Taser Instructor.  Officers enjoy either a 3/12 or 4/10 work week, depending on assignment.

THE COMMUNITY:

The City of Newark, California is located in southern Alameda County at the east end of the Dumbarton Bridge, 30 miles south of Oakland and 15 miles north of San Jose.  Newark’s population is approximately 47,531, with an encompassed area of approximately 13 square miles.  Newark enjoys Bay Area benefits while maintaining a small town atmosphere.

ABOUT US

Centrally located and serving as the eastern anchor of the Bay Area and Silicon Valley, the City of Fremont (pop. 235,439) prides itself on being a vibrant and strategically urban community.  Fremont has developed into a technological and advanced manufacturing power base that captures metropolitan living at its best.  It is also one of the most ethnically and culturally diverse cities in the Bay Area.

Within its 90-square miles, Fremont boasts over 42 million square feet of office, R&D, manufacturing, and warehouse building space. It is home to a wide variety of innovative high tech, life science, and clean technology firms including Tesla Motors, Lam Research, Thermo Fisher Scientific, Redwood Systems, Boston Scientific, and Western Digital, among many others. The city’s Innovation District is known as the hottest new address for start-ups. Over the last two years, companies in Fremont received more than $400 million in venture funding according to PitchBook Data.  Fremont is a City on the move!

The City of Fremont is  also 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 POSITION  

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

EXAMPLES OF DUTIES

- Maintain, suggest and implement improvements to the current inventory control system for the Police Equipment Room.
- Audit equipment inventory, vehicle key control, and other systems for accuracy and accountability.  Coordinate daily operations of the Equipment Room which includes, 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, cleanup, repair and service of police vehicles.  Periodically 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.
- 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 assigned Equipment Room Staff.
- Participate in the hiring of Equipment Room staff.
- Other duties as assigned.

THE POSITION

The City of Dublin is looking for Lifeguard/Swim Instructors to perform lifeguard duties including enforcing City public swimming pool rules, monitoring pool patron conduct, and perform emergency rescue and lifesaving techniques, if necessary, and teach swimming classes.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

The following duties are normal for this classification. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related or a logical assignment to this class.

• Enforce swimming pool rules and regulations, including ensuring orderly conduct by pool patrons.
• Assist in providing instruction for a variety of swimming classes for all ages and ability levels.
• Assist swimmers who are in distress and administer a variety of first aid and/or life saving techniques, as appropriate.
• Assist in maintaining pool areas in a safe and clean condition.
• Build and maintain positive working relationships with co-workers, other City employees and the public using principles of good customer service.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

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As a Moraga Police Officer, you will be required to respond to emergency and non-emergency calls for service; enforce laws and ordinances; monitor and control traffic; prevent crime; administer first aid when needed;  make arrests;  serve warrants and subpoenas;  interview victims and witnesses; interrogate suspects; process crime scenes for evidence; process and transport prisoners; investigate crimes and prepare comprehensive written reports; testify in court; present cases for prosecution to the District Attorney’s office; speak before public groups on job related topics and provide other services as needed.

The Moraga Police Department, formed in 1979, has developed an excellent reputation among residents and the law enforcement community. Moraga has consistently maintained one of the lowest crime rates in California by promoting active patrol procedures and crime prevention education. The department has a current authorization for 12 sworn positions, 1 full time civilian Support Services Coordinator, and a part time Police Services Technician. The department is also supported by dedicated reserve officers and police cadets.

The City of Albany is accepting applications on a continuous basis for the position of Police Officer. Candidates may apply as either Academy Participant/Graduate or Lateral. 

The Albany Police Department is a service-oriented agency whose members take pride in their proactive response to crime, disorder, and quality of life issues. The department has sustained a positive relationship with the community for many years by recognizing the community’s high expectations for professional police services.

Duties

• Patrol an assigned area of the city by foot or car

• Respond to calls for service from the public

• Conduct preliminary criminal investigations involving juveniles and adults, crimes against persons or property, and crimes involving vice, gaming, and narcotics violations.

• Monitor unusual traffic conditions to assure public safety and efficient flow of traffic. Stop vehicles whose operators are in violation of the law. Issue citations and testify in court

• Make arrests of persons violating the law. Conduct interviews with victims, suspects, witnesses, and complainants. Prepare a variety of reports including those related to arrests and unusual incidents

• Answer inquiries from the general public regarding a variety of law enforcement and non-police matters. Check schools, public and commercial buildings, and shopping centers for physical security

• Maintain contact with citizens regarding law enforcement problems and preserve a good relationship with the public

• Receive, search, book, fingerprint, and transport prisoners to the station, the County jail, or other holding facilities as necessary

• Perform related duties as assigned

Minimum Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED
• 21 years of age or older
• Possession of a valid California driver's license at time of hire

Academy Participant/Graduate Candidates must also:

• Be currently enrolled in or recently graduated from a California POST Academy.
• Possess a T-Score of 42.5 or higher on the California POST Entry Level Law Enforcement Test Battery. POST assessment results are valid within one year (12 months) from the date that the test was administered.  

Lateral Candidates must also:

• Be a current full-time Police Officer
• Possess a California POST Basic Certificate or a Certificate of completion from an accredited California POST Basic School awarded or renewed within the previous consecutive thirty-six months at the time of application. 

Salary

• 2.5% for possession of an AA/AS degree; or
• 5% for possession of a BA/BS degree; or
• 7% for possession of a MA/MS degree.

• 2.5% for possession of an Intermediate POST certificate; or
• 4% for possession of an Advanced POST certificate.

• 2% Bilingual Pay (must pass examination to qualify)
• 3% Night Shift Differential
• 5% Acting Pay
• Up to 5% for Special Assignment (Detective or Field Training Officer)

Benefits

Retirement

• CalPERS Classic Members (employees hired on or after January 1, 2013, and defined as “classic” PERS members) participate in a 3% @ 55 retirement formula
• New CalPERS Members as defined by PEPRA (employees new to PERS or with greater than 6 months gap in service with PERS) participate in a 2.7% @ 57 formula

Health Insurance

• The City pays up to the Bay Area Kaiser family premium rate. Employees may choose between 10 CalPERS Health Plans.
• Alternate benefit in-lieu of health insurance - Elective paid leave with a quarterly cash out for employees choosing to opt out of the City's medical plan (must provide proof of outside coverage)

Dental, Orthodontia, Life Insurance, and Disability

• Employer paid dental insurance through Delta Dental
• Supplemental Orthodontia reimbursement plan
• Employer paid Life/AD&D insurance in the amount of $50,000

Other Optional Benefits

• Vision Insurance (VSP) - with competitive rates
• Section 457 deferred compensation program, administered through ICMA
• Section 125 flexible spending benefits plan for health care and dependent care expenses
• Commuter Checks
• Tuition reimbursement program

Leave

• 11 days of vacation per year (increases with years of service)
• 13 days of holiday pay per year
• 12 days of sick leave per year with a partial sick leave buyout upon retirement

Additional Benefits

• Uniform Allowance: $1,200 annually

• Union: Membership in the Albany Peace Officers’ Association

Selection Process

Applications are being accepted on a continuous basis. At the end of each month, all applications will be reviewed. The most qualified applicants will be invited to an oral board interview tentatively scheduled for the following month. Applicants meeting the minimum qualifications are not guaranteed advancement through any subsequent phase of the process.

Your completed application must include the following:

• If applying as an Academy Participant/Graduate candidate -
  • Proof of current enrollment in or recent graduation from a California POST Academy; and
  • Proof of a T-Score of 42.5 or higher on the California POST Entry Level Law Enforcement Test Battery
• If applying as a Lateral candidate -
  • California POST Basic certificate OR Certificate of Completion from an accredited California POST Basic School awarded or renewed within the previous consecutive thirty-six months at the time of application 

The information contained herein 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 the Human Resources Department at (510) 528-5715 a minimum of five days prior to the examination.

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The mission of the Livermore Area Recreation and Park District is to provide the people of the Livermore area with outstanding recreation programs and a system of parks, trails, recreation areas and facilities that promote enjoyment, lifelong learning and healthy active lifestyles.

Application Start Date: February 27, 2019

Application Deadline: Open until filled

Schedule: Hours varies. Must be available to work weekdays, evenings, and weekends.

Part-time

APPLICATION PROCEDURE

Please submit a District application 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.

SELECTION PROCESS

Based upon all submitted materials, the applicants presenting the best job-related qualifications will be invited to proceed in the recruitment process.

POSITION INFORMATION

Under general supervision, plans, schedules, and implements swimming and water safety instructional programs for a diverse range of participants; plans and delivers age-appropriate and skill-focused lessons based upon participant abilities.  Provides learning tools and equipment; delivers instructional materials; ensures the safety of students and participants through the use of safe instructional practices; maintains program records and files; and performs related work as required.

DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS

This classification is responsible for performing assigned swim instruction program duties, including class planning and delivery, and ensuring a safe environment for participants.  Incumbents in this classification rely on experience and judgment to ensure the efficient and effective functioning of the assigned program area.  Incumbents are responsible for establishing objectives, timelines, and methods to deliver services.  Work is typically reviewed upon completion for soundness, appropriateness, and conformity to policy and requirements. 

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

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.

1. Implements swimming and water safety instructional programs; prepares and delivers technical guidance, age-appropriate and skill-focused lessons based upon participant abilities.
2. Receives and responds to questions, concerns, and complaints from patrons; determines issues and resolves or refers to higher-level staff as appropriate.
3. Provides aquatic safety and supervision for patrons; monitors activities in the water, pool decks, and ancillary areas of District aquatics facilities to prevent accidents, and to ensure the safety and well-being of patrons.
4. Works collaboratively with participants and aquatics staff to ensure a positive learning environment.
5. Inspects and maintains swimming and pool equipment for functionality; ensures proper placement and availability in the pool area; recommends maintenance and repair as needed.
6. Assists with District special events as needed.
7. Performs other duties as assigned.

 
ENVIRONMENTAL ELEMENTS
Incumbents work outdoors in a pool environment with wet and slippery conditions, and are exposed to variable weather conditions; may be exposed to chlorine, acids, and other chemicals at aquatics facilities, as well as blood and body fluids while rendering first aid and CPR.  Incumbents will interact with individuals in interpreting and enforcing rules, policies, and procedures.
 
WORKING CONDITIONS
Incumbents may be assigned an irregular work schedule, including weekends, early mornings, evenings, and holidays. 
 
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
Work is primarily performed within a public swimming pool environment, where stamina is needed to perform moderate to heavy lifting of pool equipment and furniture or children and adults who may require removal from the pool, and to stay in the pool for prolonged periods.  Must possess the mobility to stand, stoop, kneel, reach, bend, climb, push and pull materials and equipment, and swim while wearing an appropriate uniform with protective equipment.  Vision and hearing must be sufficient to see and hear adults and children in crowded and noisy conditions and/or situations.  Must also possess:  the mobility to work in an office setting and use standard office equipment, including a computer; vision to read printed materials and a computer screen; and hearing and speech to communicate in person or by using a telephone and radio.  Finger dexterity is needed to access, enter, and retrieve data using a computer keyboard or to operate safety equipment.  Must possess the ability to swim distances and dive to pool depths, as determined by testing/certification authorities, and to lift 150 pounds or heavier weights with assistance and/or the use of proper equipment.

QUALIFICATIONS
Education and Experience:

• Prior experience participating in aquatics programs or performing lifeguard duties is desirable.

Knowledge of:

• Principles and practices of effective swimming techniques, goals, and objectives.
• Relevant laws, rules, regulations, policies, and procedures.
• Operational characteristics of water rescue safety equipment and devices.
• Principles and practices for providing high level of customer service.
• Occupational hazards and standard safety practices.
• Modern office practices, methods, and computer equipment and applications related to the work.

 
Ability to:

• Plan, organize, and implement swimming and water safety classes.
• Learn, monitor, and enforce relevant laws, rules, regulations, policies, and procedures.
• React to and handle emergencies in a safe and effective manner.
• Administer first aid, CPR, and AED as needed.
• Maintain facilities and equipment in a clean, safe, and secure manner.
• Perform work in an efficient, effective, safe, and timely manner.
• Demonstrate strong customer service skills and establish, maintain, and foster positive and effective working relationships.
• Use English effectively to communicate in person, over the telephone, and in writing.

Licenses and Certifications:

• At time of appointment, and maintained throughout employment possession of:
• American Red Cross Water Safety Instructor certification,
• American Red Cross First Aid, CPR, and AED.

PRE-EMPLOYMENT CONDITIONS

• Department of Justice fingerprint clearance.
• Medical exam and drug testing clearance.
• Work Permit if applicable.

 
REASONABLE ACCOMMODATION
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 Livermore Area Recreation and Park District prior to the final filing date.
LARPD is an Equal Opportunity/ADA Employer and values diversity at all levels of the organization.
 
LARPD is an Equal Opportunity/ADA Employer and values diversity at all levels of the organization.