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Position:  The City of Orinda is looking for responsible, courteous individuals who enjoy working outdoors, can work independently of supervision and have experience dealing tactfully and effectively with members of the public.  The successful applicants will work in a part-time capacity with a schedule including afternoon and weekend hours.  Our City’s mission is to provide excellent service in a fiscally responsible manner and to promote a safe, healthy and vibrant community.

The Parking and Traffic Specialist enforces City parking regulations and assists with parking, traffic, and related issues and provides general information and assistance to the public.    This position is non-benefited and works a variable schedule based on need.

How to Apply:  To be considered for this position, qualified job applicants are required to submit the following:

• Apply Online!  You can apply online by visiting CalOpps.org. 
• Please attach a resume with your application for the Parking & Traffic Specialist position

Minimum Qualifications: Candidates with the following qualifications are encouraged to apply:

• Education: Equivalent to a high school diploma.  Supplemental specialized training in planning, zoning, inspection, or law enforcement is desirable; and
• Experience: One year of experience in public contact, customer service, or related experience; and
• License and Certificate: Possession of a valid California Driver's License with a demonstrated history of safe driving.

Special Requirements: Essential duties require the following physical skills and work environment:

Ability to drive, sit, stand, or walk for extended hours; ability to kneel, crouch, stoop, squat, twist, and lift 50 lbs.; exposure to outdoors for extended hours, including walking hills and on wet, muddy, or slippery surfaces; ability to travel to different sites and locations.

Must be willing to work a scheduled variety of hours, which may include evenings, and/or weekends, as needed.

Pre-Employment Processes:  Any candidate selected by the hiring department will be required to successfully complete a pre-employment process, which may consist of a background history check, conviction history check, as well as a medical exam including a pre-placement drug screen before hire.

Primary duties of the Parking & Traffic Specialist include (but are not limited to):

• Enforces parking regulations within the guidelines of California State Law and City requirements.  Safely maintains and operates specialized equipment including radios and hand held computers or devices.
• Efficiently patrols assigned routes throughout the City to identify and resolve parking violations and traffic hazards, and enforce applicable laws; issues parking citations utilizing an electronic ticket writer and updates records as necessary.  May write warnings and amendments to previously issued citations.
• Responds to citizen complaints and concerns regarding parking and traffic issues and abandoned vehicle laws; tag and arrange transportation of abandoned vehicles; refers issues to supervisor or law enforcement as necessary;
• Chalks tires of vehicles parking in timed spaces, records time, and returns at specified intervals to ticket vehicles remaining in spaces illegally;
• Explains California State laws, California Vehicle Code, and City ordinances to the general public regarding parking citations and parking in general;
• Provides guidance to residents on how to obtain Residential Parking Permits and assists residents on permit questions and issues;
• Reports missing or damaged traffic signals and signs; reports improperly operating traffic signals; submits work order requests for signage, curb painting, and repairs;
• May perform traffic control duties at accident scenes and special events, including directing traffic and diverting flow of traffic by erecting temporary barricades and posting temporary signs; and
• Perform related duties and responsibilities as assigned.

Other job related duties and Essential Qualifications:

All employees of the City of Orinda are expected to uphold and exhibit the City’s Core Values including serving the public, being respectful, professional, responsible and accountable.

• Excellent customer service skills;
• Ability to interpret and apply policies, procedures, laws, codes, and regulations pertaining to parking citation programs;
• Working knowledge of modern office equipment and procedures, including the use of a variety of software applications and handheld electronic devices;
• Knowledge of City geography, maps, streets, landmarks, and driving directions; and
• Principles and procedures of record keeping.

The information contained within this announcement may be modified or revoked without notice and does not constitute either an expressed or implied contract.

The City of Orinda is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate against race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex origin or disability.  In accordance with Federal law, the City of Orinda will only hire individuals who are legally authorized to work in the United States.  Candidates with a disability which may require special assistance in any phase of the application or testing process should submit a request for accommodation with the application.  Documentation of the need for accommodation must accompany the request.
 

Our Department

The Albany Police Department is committed to serving others while keeping Albany a safe and welcoming community. The uniqueness of Albany’s size, combined with its location in a densely populated portion of the Bay Area, allows for our officers to handle a variety of priority calls for service, while still being able to perform the highest level of proactive policing. Officers have the ability to focus on community-based policing where they can develop and maintain good relationships with Albany residents and business owners.

We are searching for hard-working and dedicated individuals to join our organization. Our ideal candidate is someone who is committed to serving the public and has values that closely align with ours. Our department’s supportive, family-like environment makes Albany an attractive place to work and grow as a Police Officer.

Examples of Essential Job Functions

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.

• Ensures active community policing pursuant to codified department policy and strategies.
• Patrols an assigned area by car, bicycle, or on foot; observes, investigates, and reports suspicious and hazardous conditions; apprehends and arrests law violators.
• Responds to routine and emergency calls for protection of persons and property, and for the enforcement of city ordinances, state laws, and federal laws.
• Investigates crimes, accidents, deaths, and disturbances; gathers evidence; interviews, questions, and takes statements from complainants, suspects, and witnesses; completes reports.
• Takes charge of juveniles and delinquents and works on cases involving unfit homes and crimes committed against or by juveniles; handles missing persons cases; works with community organizations and governmental agencies in delinquencies and in delinquency control programs.
• Directs traffic, including regulation of vehicle flow at times of emergency or congestion; stops drivers who are operating vehicles in violation of laws; issues citations.
• Appears in court to present evidence and testimony in connection with criminal prosecution.
• Searches, transports, and assists in the booking of prisoners.
• Serves warrants, subpoenas, and other legal documents.
• Participates in specialty units including hostage negotiation teams, tactical response team, and other related police specialty units.
• Completes and submits reports and documentation of work performed.
• Organizes community outreach events; speaks before business, school, civic and special groups, as necessary.
• Participates in continuous training to enhance law enforcement skills including defensive driving skills, apprehension and arrest techniques, investigative skills, and general law enforcement skills.
• Answers questions from the public concerning local and state laws, procedures, and activities of the department.
• Maintains department equipment and records related to equipment; researches and purchases equipment as necessary.
• Provides responsible staff assistance to superior officers.
• Serves as Field Training Officer, as assigned; trains new recruits and lateral police officers; documents trainee progress and prepares evaluations.
• Assists in performing a variety of non-sworn police duties as necessary.
• Serves as acting Police Sergeant, as assigned.
• Performs related duties as assigned.

Education and Experience

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:

• 20 ½ years of age or older
• High School Diploma or GED

Licenses and Certifications

• Valid California Driver’s License, with a satisfactory driving record.

Special Requirements

• California POST Entry Level Law Enforcement Test Battery (PELLETB)
  • Qualifying score minimum:  T-Score of 42.5
  • Assessment results are valid within one year (12 months) from the date the test was administered.  Applicants must submit their PELLETB scores on official letterhead from an approved training institution with their application.
• Physical Agility Testing:  Napa Valley College Criminal Justice Training Center
  • Qualifying score minimum: run 1.5 miles in 17 minutes, perform 17 push-ups within one minute, and perform 25 sit-ups within one minute
  • Assessment results are valid within one year (12 months) from the date the test was administered. Applicants must submit their score on official Napa Valley letterhead.
  • NOTE: Applicants may substitute the Napa Valley College Physical Agility Test Score for a minimum score of 384 on the POST Work Sample Test Battery (WSTB).  No other substitutions will be allowed. 

• Positions in this classification independently travel within and outside of City limits to fulfill the assigned duties and responsibilities.
• Positions in this classification may be required to work evenings, nights, weekends, holidays, and work overtime.
• Positions in this classification must be free of felony convictions and successfully pass a police department pre-employment screening process which include, psychological interview, medical examination, background check, and polygraph test.

Desirable Qualifications

• Experience working in a law enforcement agency
• Completion of an Associate’s or Bachelor’s Degree with major course work in criminal justice, social science, management, or a related field

Salary and Incentive Pay

While enrolled in the Academy, Police Recruits will be paid an hourly rate of $27.43. Once appointed to the position of Police Officer, the following salary range will apply, and the following incentive pays will become available.

Police Officer Salary: $93,726.65. - $125,602.68 *includes holiday pay

Education Incentives 

• 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.

POST Incentives

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

Other Incentives

• 2% Bilingual Pay (must pass examination to qualify)
• 5% Night Shift Differential
• 5% Acting Pay
• Up to 5% for Special Assignment

Benefits

While attending the Academy, Recruits and their eligible dependents will be eligible for CalPERS Health Insurance with a 100% City contribution up to the Kaiser Region 1 family rate, and will be enrolled in our CalPERS Retirement Plan as Miscellaneous Classic 2% at 60 or PEPRA 2% at 62. Once appointed to the position of Police Officer, the following benefits will apply:

Retirement

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

Health Insurance

• The City pays up to the Region 1 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 up to $1,000
• Employer paid Life and 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
• Retirement Health Savings Plan – Employee Contributions
• Commuter Checks
• Tuition reimbursement program
• Free on-site Fitness Gym

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

Hiring Process

All completed applications will be reviewed. Based on the information in the application documents, the most qualified applicants will be invited for further examination. Applicants meeting the minimum qualifications are not guaranteed advancement through any subsequent phase of the examination.

1. Application – Applications must be submitted by 6:00pm on November 30, 2019. A completed application includes the following -
   1. Written Exam Score: Applicants must furnish a T-Score of 42.5 points or higher from the California POST Entry Level Law Enforcement Test Battery (PELLETB). Assessment results are valid with one year (12 months) from the date the test was administered and must be provided on official letterhead from an approved training institution.
   2. Physical Agility Test Score: Applicants must furnish a passing score from the Napa Valley Physical Agility Test by running 1.5 miles in 17 minutes, performing 17 push-ups within one minute, and performing 25 sit-ups within one minute OR applicants may submit a minimum score of 384 on the POST Work Sample Test Battery (WSTB) offered at another institution. Assessment results are valid within one year (12 months) from the date the test was administered and must be provided on official letterhead from an approved training institution.

NOTE: The Napa Valley College Criminal Justice Training Center will be hosting two testing dates for the Written Exam and Physical Agility Test. The cost of both the Written Exam and Physical Agility Test is $20.00. The exam dates are as follows:

• Saturday, October 12, 2019
• Saturday, November 16, 2019

Register for the exams here - https://www.nvccjtc.org/register-for-a-course/basic-police-academy-entrance-exam/.

2. Oral Board & Chief’s Interview – After all applications have been reviewed, the most qualified candidates will be invited to participate in an oral board interview consisting of two to three members of the Albany Police Department. Candidates that pass the oral board interview will be placed on an Eligibility List. A select number of candidates from the Eligibility List will then be invited to participate in the Chief’s interview.
3. Background Investigation  – The most qualified candidates will be invited to complete a comprehensive background investigation, including a polygraph exam.
4. Job Offer – Candidates may be provided with a conditional job offer. All job offers are contingent upon successful completion of a background investigation, and a psychological and medical examination.
5. Academy – Recruits will be enrolled in the Napa Valley College Basic Police Academy in April 2020. While in the Academy, Recruits are paid an hourly wage with limited benefits.  
6. Appointment - Upon successful graduation from the Academy in September 2020, Recruits are appointed to the rank of Police Officer with full benefits. Please note: If Recruits are not enrolled in time for the April Academy, they will be enrolled in the July Academy with an end date of December 2020.

Recruitment Contact

Contact phone: (510) 528-5715

Contact email: mimcquiston@albanyca.org

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 any examination.

The Town of Moraga is seeking an energetic and service-oriented Assistant Planner to join the Planning Department. The position offers a unique opportunity to work on a diverse array of assignments, including helping customers at the public information counter and reviewing building, administrative, and discretionary permits for compliance with complex regulations. This is an entry-level classification in the professional planning series. Initially, incumbents learn and perform a variety of techniques related to the interpretation, application and enforcement of the Town’s land use regulations, including Zoning Ordinances and the General Plan.

Positions at this level usually perform most of the duties required of the position at the Associate level, but are not expected to function at the same skill level and exercise less independent discretion and judgement in matters related to work procedures and methods.

First Review of Applications: October 22,  2019.

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 FREMONT

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!

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 visIon

The City of Fremont has branded itself as strategically urban and as the Advanced Manufacturing Hub in Silicon Valley. Now, the City is in the midst of developing its Downtown and Warm Springs Innovation District as well as implementing land use policies and programs that will promote thoughtful and sustainable development that will lead Fremont into the future.

THE POSITION

As an integral member of the Community Development Department’s management team, the Planning Manager will plan, organize and manage the current and long range planning activities relating to the general plan and zoning code implementation and interpretation.  The incumbent will act as: City Planner in the implementation and interpretation of City ordinances and regulations, and Secretary of the Planning Commission.  In addition, the successful candidate will identify policy issues and work with staff to develop options and recommend solutions.

EXAMPLES OF DUTIES

· Supervises preparation of the City Planning Commission agenda and compilation of required reports and documents.

· Participates as a team member in the work of the department's management team, understanding and then implementing assigned duties and responsibilities to support team goals and objectives.  Works cooperatively with other team members, receiving and sharing information, soliciting input, identifying operational and interpersonal issues, participating in the development of problem solving solutions.

· Recommends and justifies program goals and related financial and staff resource needs.

· Monitors and reviews operations, employee performance, staff development, and program implementation for customer satisfaction, efficiency, effectiveness, work priorities, and compliance with laws, rules, regulations, and standards.

· Develops and maintains positive collaborative relationships and problem solving with other City departments.

· Ensures that staff is provided with resources and technology necessary to provide customer efficient project management and responsiveness to the public.

· Evaluates staff performance; provides employee counseling, recommends employee discipline and develops and implements employee development plans.

· Participates in developing, interpreting, and communicating appropriate application of policy and operational procedures.

· Reviews policies, legislation, existing processes and procedures to determine where improvement can be made.

· Reviews and interprets laws, rules, regulations and ordinances.

· Develops and implements productivity measurements and statistics.

· Recommends hiring of consultants.

· Prepares or directs the preparation of requests for proposals and reviews and evaluates proposals.

· Provides technical expertise to other City departments and divisions.

· Takes the lead role in tracking legislative changes and informs the management team of impacts to the City and develops implementation strategies to ensure Fremont compliance with changes.

· Provides information to and represents the City with representatives from State, federal and other local agencies.

· Represents the City in the community and with other organizations.

· Make presentations to the Planning Commission, City Council, community groups and professional organizations.

CANDIDATE PROFILE
Any combination of education and/or experience that has provided the knowledge and skills necessary to satisfactory job performance would be qualifying.  A typical way to obtain the required knowledge and skills would be:  Possession of a Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in city planning, architecture, public administration, civil engineering or a closely related field and six years of progressively responsible experience performing varied and complex planning work, three years of which have included supervising professional staff.  A Master's Degree from an accredited college or university in city planning, architecture, public administration, civil engineering or a closely related field is highly desirable.

Possess knowledge and experience in urban design, place-making, transportation/multi-modal system, environmental review
Provide leadership to motivate staff and ensure resources are appropriately allocated 
Demonstrate exceptional skill in written and oral 
      communication
Analyze, interpret and present qualitative and quantitative information in an informative manner for City Council, boards, commissions and other community stakeholders
Make sound decisions under pressure 
Exercise prudent budget management and cost-effective service delivery
Inspire cooperation and confidence in others
Possess the ability to design, facilitate and improve organizational development processes
Exhibit personal accountability and integrity
Build and maintain cooperative working relationships with staff and clients

*This position requires the possession of a valid California driver’s license in order to travel independently within and outside City limits to fulfill assigned duties and responsibilities.

COMPENSATION & BENEFITS
The annual salary for this position is $137,315—$185,327 depending on qualifications. 
CalPERS Retirement Benefit*
Classic Employees - 2.0% @ 60 benefit, 3 year final average compensation. 
New Employees - 2.0% @ 62 benefit, 3 year final average compensation.
Required PERS contributions vary by plan.  All required contributions are tax deferred.
Cafeteria Benefits Plan for employees/dependents includes up to $2,230.18 monthly to purchase medical, dental and vision plans; child care and medical expenses can be paid for with pre-tax dollars.
A complete benefits summary can be found at Fremont.gov or by  using this link:    Benefits
This is a Fremont Association of Management Employees (FAME) represented position with a probationary period of twelve (12)months.
*Refer to CalPERS web site for complete definitions of Classic and New employees:  www.calpers.ca.gov  
HOW TO JOIN OUR TEAM 
To be considered for this  position, apply online by submitting a completed City application and resume through our on line application system: City Jobs 
The process may include individual and/or panel interviews, written exercise, fingerprint check, and other related components.  Only those candidates who have the best combination of qualifications in relation to the requirements and duties of the position will continue in the selection process.  Meeting the minimum qualifications does not guarantee an invitation to participate in the process.
REASONABLE ACCOMMODATION
Human Resources will make reasonable efforts in the examination process to accommodate persons with disabilities. 
Please advise Human Resources of any special needs a minimum of 5 days in advance of the selection process by calling (510) 494-4660.  
 

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THE POSITION

Under general supervision, the Public Safety Dispatcher receives emergency and non-emergency calls for service and dispatches police and fire units or other public safety personnel; performs data entry and other clerical duties; and performs related work as assigned.

Knowledge of:

• Basic law enforcement terminology, rules and procedures.
• Modern office methods and procedures, equipment and filing systems.

Ability or Skill to:

• Communicate effectively with callers who may be injured, hysterical or angry, and from a variety of socio-economic backgrounds.
• Quickly and accurately read and analyze computer responses from a variety of systems to gather necessary information.
• Rapidly learn policies and procedures related to the work.
• Learn the principles and techniques of radio communication and record keeping.
• Learn the formats used in handling information for a variety of law enforcement communication networks.
• Learn criteria to determine an emergency or non-emergency.
• Learn to operate a computer-aided dispatch (CAD) system.
• Coordinate the work and track the status and location of law enforcement and fire personnel in the field at all times.
• Act with resourcefulness, courtesy and initiative.
• Work accurately under pressure, exercise good judgment, and make sound decisions in emergency situations.
• Take facts and apply established procedures to the solution of problem situations.
• Learn pertinent codes, public record acts, and penal code sections.
• Courteously receive requests and complaints, answer questions, and make referrals.
• Learn the geography of the City of Newark.
• Maintain neat and accurate records.
• Communicate clearly and effectively with people from a variety of socio-economic backgrounds.
• Understand and carry out verbal and written instructions.
• Establish and maintain cooperative working relationships.
• Operate a variety of communications and office equipment.
• Type a minimum of 35 wpm.
• Perform multiple tasks at same time.

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.