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The San Jose Police Department is accepting applications for the position of Senior Crime & Intelligence Analyst, which is the higher of two levels in the Crime and Intelligence Analyst series and is a working, first-line supervisor position.

This essential position in the Crime Analysis Unit is responsible for supervising staff and performing crime and intelligence analysis utilizing administrative, strategic, operational, tactical, and intelligence analysis techniques.  The position provides accurate and timely crime and intelligence information in support of patrol operations, criminal investigations, crime prevention, and administrative functions.  The position extracts raw data from multiple law enforcement systems and utilizes specialized analytical software applications to identify and monitor crime trends and criminal activity.  The position assists investigators in solving criminal cases by translating data into viable intelligence information.  The position also provides statistics for Police and City Budget management reports, resource allocation, grant-funded initiatives, special programs, etcetera.

Key duties of the Senior Crime & Intelligence Analysts include but are not limited to:

-Supervising a team of Crime & Intelligence Analysts, including prioritizing and assigning work, conducting performance evaluations, training staff, and making hiring, termination, and disciplinary recommendations.

-Reviewing incoming requests and determining the appropriate assignment based on the nature of the request, complexity, geographic area, staffing concerns, legal considerations, and deadlines.  This position works on highly confidential requests and/or conducts most complex crime and intelligence analysis assignments.

-Assigning daily requests for information and determining which systems and software applications to utilize for accessing, extracting, formatting, analyzing, interpreting, and disseminating data.

-Supervising the collection of official crime statistics to the Department of Justice per the FBI Uniform Crime Reporting Program as mandated by the State of California (and subsequent National Incident Based Reporting System) as needed.

-Providing support for the Chief's management operations; participating in regional data sharing and specialized briefings; and presenting training sessions to sworn and other civilian staff.

-Utilizing various law enforcement systems and software applications to develop comprehensive charts, graphs, tables, maps, timelines, telephone toll analyses, and related materials for use by various law enforcement personnel, City departments, and outside agencies.

-Conducting spatial and temporal analysis utilizing multiple databases within a geographic information system for use in identifying and depicting locations of serious offenders, crime patterns, trends, and series.

-Directing and assisting with special analytical projects dealing with crime, demographic resource allocation, budget, homeland defense, traffic enforcement, special operations, grant-funded initiatives, and event planning.

-Testifying in court as to methodology employed in gathering information used in crime analysis publications, as required.

This recruitment may be used to fill multiple positions in this or other divisions or departments.  If you are interested in employment in this classification, you should apply to ensure you are considered for additional opportunities that may utilize the applicants from this recruitment.

PUBLIC SAFETY COMMUNICATOR TRAINEE

Police Department

$5,450.08 - $6,806.42 Monthly and Excellent Benefits

5% Bilingual Pay (English/Spanish)

6% Holiday pay

APPLICATION CLOSING DATE: Wednesday March 27, 2019 at 5:00p.m.

ABOUT THE POSITION

The City of Gilroy is recruiting for the position Public Safety Communicator Trainee in the Police Department. The Public Safety Communicator Trainee position is a full-time, at-will position trained to become a Public Safety Communicator for the Gilroy Police Department. The general goal of the Communications Unit is to provide 24 hour emergency communication response for all police, fire, and medical emergency calls for service in a courteous and professional manner.

GENERAL DESCRIPTION:

Under the direct supervision of the Communications Supervisor and under the functional supervision of the Watch Commander, answer emergency and routine calls from the public for Police, Fire, and medical assistance and general service and dispatch necessary personnel and equipment, perform other related duties as required. Work shifts include weekends, holidays, nights and evening hours.

CITY OF MORGAN HILL

POLICE OFFICER

(Academy Graduate/Lateral)

$8,110.64 - $10,351.45 Monthly

$97,327.68 - $124,217.40 Annually

POLICE OFFICER

(Recruit)
$7,591.55 Monthly

The City of Morgan Hill Police Department is currently recruiting for the position of Police Officer – Lateral, Academy Graduate and Recruit.

For more information and if you are interested in this exciting opportunity, please review these announcements on-line at https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/morganhillca. To apply please select the Police Officer Lateral/Academy Graduate recruitment for all levels. On supplemental question #2, please indicate the level of police officer position you are interested in applying for. Please submit an on-line application, responses to the supplemental questions, cover letter, and resume to be considered for the position.

Please note: The Police Recruit position is a temporary, non-sworn position and is an un-benefited position with the exception of the city offering medical benefits. Upon successful completion of the Police Academy, the  Police Recruit position is eligible to promote into a Police Officer position with the Morgan Hill Police Department.

POSITION SUMMARY

The Parking Enforcement Officer is a civilian, non-sworn position. Under the direction of a police supervisor, the Parking Enforcement Officer is responsible for a variety of routine traffic enforcement and control duties, related primarily to the enforcement of municipal parking laws and regulations.      

GENERAL ACCOUNTABILITIES

• Patrol City streets (both walking and motorized patrol) and issue citations for parking violations such as illegal parking in restricted zones and parking in front of driveways or fire hydrants.
• Chalk vehicle tires and return to verify violation, and issue overtime citations. 
• Issue citations using hand-held computers and issue hand written citations. 
• Document violations and prepare reports related to enforcement of 72-hour parking restrictions; facilitate towing and storage of vehicles for violations of parking regulations, ordinances and laws. 
• Oversees the Departmental Abandoned Vehicle Abatement Program and coordinates with the Abandoned Vehicle Abatement Authority (AVASA)
• Report and respond to traffic and emergency situations; respond to requests for assistance with traffic control problems; direct traffic; maintain a traffic control post. 
• Prepare and post signage for special events; assist with vehicle towing for special events which may occur on weekends or evenings outside of normal shift hours.
• Transport and safely position RADAR trailers throughout city in response to citizen requests or at direction of supervisor.
• Export data from RADAR trailers into computer program; create reports reflecting speed statistics.
• Receive and respond to complaints and reports of routine parking incidents from the public; respond to public complaints of abandoned and illegally parked vehicles.
• Inform the public of regulations and procedures related to parking enforcement. 
• Courteously and tactfully assist the public by answering a wide variety of questions regarding parking enforcement, traffic regulations, and the location of public buildings, parks, transportation facilities and other general directions. 
• Testify in administrative hearings and court cases related to parking violations and citations. 
• Use a two-way radio to communicate with public safety dispatchers to arrange for towing and call for emergency assistance; 
• Communicate orally and in writing with the citation processing vendor. 
• Perform clerical duties to include typing, filing and copying.
• Accurately and promptly retrieve information from computer terminals and files; apply appropriate procedures required to input and retrieve data from a computer.
• Maintain records related to work performed; conduct simple research and prepare brief reports to Police Department administration as requested.
• Maintain specialized parking enforcement vehicles in clean, serviceable condition. 
• Operate a Department vehicle and respond to service calls as required.
• Observe and report damaged street signs, inoperative traffic signals and curb markings in need of maintenance.
• Report unusual occurrences or problems of an urgent nature to supervisor and act in accordance with instructions received.
• Prepare and present staff reports related to specific activities to City Council

MINIMUM POSITION REQUIREMENTS
 

KNOWLEDGE OF: Basic office procedures and practices; record keeping, report preparation and filing methods; correct English usage, including spelling, grammar and punctuation; effective communication techniques; safe driving principles and practices; basic computer skills including word processing and spreadsheet preparation; basic operational characteristics of a law enforcement program; standard broadcasting codes, procedures and practices on a police radio system; pertinent federal, state and local codes, regulations and laws; city streets and geography.

SKILL AND ABILITY TO: Prioritizing work, coordinating activities and following up as required; developing and maintaining accurate records and files; operating a computer and related hardware and software including office applications and a records management system.; learn the geography of the City of Los Altos and Police Department operating procedures; comprehend, interpret and apply the provisions of laws and ordinances relating to parking and traffic enforcement violations.; issue citations for violations of the California Vehicle Code and local ordinances regarding the stopping, standing and parking of motor vehicles.; operate a three-wheel specialized parking enforcement vehicle and perform non-motorized "walking beat" enforcement of parking regulations.; direct traffic at accident scenes, road closures and during other emergency situations.; act with resourcefulness, courtesy and initiative with a minimum of direct supervision; communicate tactfully and effectively with supervisors, coworkers, and members of the community, including irate or hostile persons.; prepare neat, thorough and concise reports; write and speak at a level required for successful job performance; understand and carry out oral and written instructions; learn police radio codes and operate a two-way police radio; establish, maintain and foster positive, harmonious, and cooperative working relationships with those contacted in the course of work; maintain physical condition appropriate to the performance of assigned duties and responsibilities.; present a neat, well-groomed, and professional appearance.

EXPERIENCE AND EDUCATION

• No prior experience is necessary. Experience which provides knowledge of law enforcement terminology and police officer procedures is desirable.
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Possession of, or ability to obtain, a valid California Driver's License.

IDEAL CANDIDATE

IDEAL CANDIDATE POSSESSES THE FOLLOWING CHARACTERISTICS: Is highly professional, patient, respectful, and ethical; possesses excellent problem-solving skills and a can-do attitude. Communicates effectively and proactively both verbally and in writing. Enjoys working in a small-town atmosphere with an engaged public, including merchants, property owners and residents.

COMPENSATION

This is a part-time, temporary position.  Approximately 20 hours per week.

$34 to $41 hourly DOE.

RECRUITMENT PROCESS

The recruitment will remain open until the position is filled. Applications must be submitted online.

The City of Los Altos is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate in employment on the basis of a person’s race, religious creed, color, national origin, ancestry, mental or physical disability, medical condition, marital status, sex, age or sexual orientation. Candidates with a disability, which may require special assistance in any phase of the application or testing process, should advise City of Los Altos upon submittal of application. Documentation of the need for accommodation must accompany the request.

THE DEPARTMENT

The Milpitas Police Department is a full service department, with 110 employees (86 sworn). The department provides public safety to 71,000 residents in a 14.5 square mile urban area. A wide variety of services include a SWAT Team, K-9 Unit, Crime Prevention Unit, Detective Bureau, and Traffic Safety Unit. Most officers work a 4-10 plan.

THE POSITION

Police Officers serve a diverse community by performing law enforcement and crime prevention duties, which include but are not limited to: controlling traffic flow, conducting investigative work, and performing a variety of technical law enforcement tasks. Police Officers also patrol the City in computer-equipped vehicles, make arrests as necessary, interview victims, complainants and witnesses, collect evidence, and prepare written reports.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Entry Level/Academy: Must be able to provide proof of completion of 60 semester or 90 quarter units from an accredited college or university with major course work in police science, liberal arts, business, political science, psychology, or a related field. 

LICENSE

Must possess and maintain throughout employment a valid California Driver’s License.

EXAMINATION PROCESS 

Applicants whose qualifications best meet our current needs will be invited to participate in the oral board interview (weighted 100%). Candidates successfully passing the interview will be placed on an eligibility list that will remain valid for one year.

The City of Sunnyvale invites applications for the Public Safety Officer - In Training. The position of Public Safety Officer-In Training is a non-sworn, training classification while incumbents are attending the police and fire academies. Upon successful completion of the police academy, incumbents will be promoted to the sworn, training position of Public Safety Officer I. Upon successful completion of all required training, incumbents will be promoted to the sworn position of Public Safety Officer II.

The City of Sunnyvale provides an excellent benefits package, including 6% City-paid Employee PERS contribution and the 2.7% at 57 retirement plan. A complete application packet will consist of a City of Sunnyvale employment application, responses to the required supplemental questions, current dated within 30 days DMV printout, current dated within one year of application T-Score, and current dated within one year CPAT card. The position opens January 14, 2019 and will remain open continuously. For complete information regarding this opportunity, go to sunnyvale.ca.gov, Search: Jobs.

 Salary: $102,387.79 - $118,526.72 Annually

The salary range for this position is $47,777.60 - $65,582.40.  
In addition to the starting salary, employees in the Police Data Specialist classification shall also receive an approximate five percent (5%) ongoing non-pensionable compensation pay.

The Police Data Specialist (PDS) position is an entry level training position in the Operations Support Services Division (O.S.S.D.) of the Police Department. Under close supervision, Police Data Specialists learn to perform specialized technical work utilizing automated law enforcement information systems that lend support to sworn personnel and other department members. Duties include complex data input and retrieval processes requiring extreme accuracy; providing services to the community; and performing related work as required. O.S.S.D. operates 24 hours per day, 7 days per week. 

The Police Department provides a six-month training program. During a one-year probationary period, incumbents complete the training program and a subsequent six months of on-the-job training. This includes but is not limited to a demonstrated proficiency of all aspects of Operations Support Services Division's responsibilities. While on probation, candidate performance is rated on a daily basis by experienced Police Data Specialists, Senior Police Data Specialists and/or other supervisors. Those who pass probation receive a pass/fail proficiency examination. Upon passing the examination, incumbents will be promoted to the position of Police Data Specialist II.  

This recruitment may be used to fill multiple positions in this, or other divisions or departments. If you are interested in employment in this classification, you should apply to ensure you are considered for additional opportunities that may utilize the applicants from this recruitment. For more information about Police department, OSSD unit, CLICK HERE

The workweek may consist of four workdays of 10.5 hours followed by 3 consecutive days off or five workdays of 8.5 hours followed by 2 consecutive days off. Each workday includes two paid 15 minute breaks and a 1/2 hour unpaid meal breaks. OSSD employees wear uniforms. A prorated uniform allowance of $500 per year is provided in January of each year. Trainees are expected to purchase and begin wearing their uniforms by the start of the 16th week of training. 

Trainees are rotated through different units of OSSD and will be assigned to various shifts (Day, Swing and Midnight) and days off. New PDS's should expect to work night shifts, weekends and holidays. A shift differential of $1.50 per hour for Swing Shift and $1.75 per hour for Midnight shift is added to the base salary and compensatory time or pay will be granted for holiday work in accordance with the memorandum of agreement between the City of San Jose and the Municipal Employees Federation. 

After training, PDS's bid for assignments, shifts (day, swing or midnight) and days off every six months in order of seniority as a Police Data Specialist. Senior employees typically select preferred shifts and days off and may have the option of a five day work week and/or alternate start times available to them. New employees may work nights, weekends and holidays for several years before they attain the seniority required to bid for more desirable assignments, shifts, days off and/or start times.
 

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The Town of Los Gatos is currently accepting applications for the position of Police Officer- Lateral.  To view the job announcement for this exciting and rewarding opportunity, please click on the following link:  Job Brochure.

The recruitment is open until filled.  To be considered for this opportunity, applicants must submit an employment application. A resume may be attached to your application but will not substitute for the proper completion of your application.