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We are accepting applications on a continuous basis for the position of Police Officer (Lateral). 

RECRUITMENT PROCESS

• Step 1: Apply 
• Step 2: Personal History Questionnaire (PHQ) 
• Step 3: Management Panel Interview 
• Step 4: Polygraph 
• Step 5: Background 
• Step 6: Executive Panel Interview 
• Step 7: Conditional Offer (Final job offer is dependent on the Medical and Psychological evaluations) 

For additional information, to include our minimum qualifications, please view our website: https://www.fremontpolice.gov/hiring 
 

Minimum Qualifications

• Legally authorized to work in the United States under federal law.
• Possession of a high school diploma, GED, or equivalent.
• Be at least 20.5 years of age at time of filing and 21 years of age at time of appointment.
• Possession of a Class C California driver’s license at the time of appointment with a satisfactory driving record.
• Currently employed as a police officer or deputy sheriff by a California law enforcement agency.
• Successful completion of a POST-approved field training or jail training program.

CONTACT US

• E-mail:  fpdrecruiting@fremont.gov

• Call/Text: (510) 404-8934 

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JOB SITE

https://www.fremontpolice.gov/hiring 
 

Human Resources
3300 Capitol Ave., Building B
Fremont, CA 94538

Lateral Hiring Incentive Bonus up to $20,000!

Are you interested in working for a department that receives strong support from the Community, Local Government and Administration? Do you want to work where you are appreciated internally and externally and where your work will make a difference?  We are recruiting lateral officers who understand and are committed to community service and teamwork. We offer a very strong package of incentives. We value our officers and their contributions, strive to create a family environment, and require excellent service.  If this is what you are looking for in an agency, please consider applying with us.

Contact Sgt. Kevin Tillman at (925) 288-4644 or ktillman@pleasanthillpd.org for more information.

Applications are only accepted online at calopps.org and will be reviewed on an ongoing basis.  Recruitment may close at any time. The most qualified applicants based on background and experience as evidenced by their application 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 POSITION:

Under the general supervision of the Youth & Family Services Clinical Supervisor and the Community Services Manager, the Intervention Counselor provides crisis intervention, individual and family counseling; identifies appropriate referral services to youth, families and individuals.

CLASS CHARACTERISTICS:

Intervention Counselor is a journey-level professional classification. Incumbents perform the full range of counseling duties within the Community Services division. Incumbents in this position receive occasional instruction as new or unusual situations arise. The Intervention Counselor is distinguished from the Clinical Supervisor in that the latter is responsible for overseeing clinical work, providing direct supervision to clinical staff and interns, responsible for ensuring counselors follow professional guidelines, establishes processes and procedures for the clinical side of the division, researches and provides appropriate training, and is the primary liaison with the school district and police department in regard to referrals, counseling, and crisis support. While the Intervention Counselor provides direct counseling, run group counseling and workshops, and provides intervention services and supportive tools and resources to clients.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES:

Duties may include but are not limited to the following: 

• Provide individual, family and group counseling to children, adolescents, and adults using a variety of therapeutic and counseling techniques. 
• Provide crisis intervention services around a variety of issues including: incorrigible youth/status offenders, child/adult abuse, domestic violence, trauma, individuals experiencing mental health issues, and families in conflict; may conduct visits at homes, schools, and juvenile detention centers. 
• Conduct assessments to identify appropriate resources, provide referral services and connect clients with additional services as needed.
• May receive, process and track all incoming case management, outreach, and counseling referrals as needed.
• Represent the City of Union City in the name of AC Probation, Centro de Servicios, Tiburcio Vazquez, Malabar House/Eden Counseling Services, NHUSD school administrators – principals, teachers, student services staff, UC Family Center,  Fremont Resource Center, (Fresh Lives for Youth (FLY), Filipinos  Advocates For Justice (FAFJ), MidPen Housing, Bay Area Community Health (BACH),  Safe Alternatives To Violent Environments (SAVE) to continue to develop and maintain relationships with these social welfare agencies and organizations. 
• Prepare and give presentations to youth, parents and community members.
• Conduct outreach to promote programs and services.
• Generate and maintain appropriate records, client files, and accurate statistical/monthly reports.
• Participate in weekly and monthly department and community meetings, trainings, and workshops as necessary.
• May provide guidance and clinical support to non-clinical staff who engage with clients. 
• Develop and implement new processes and procedures as needed. 
   

We are accepting applications on a continuous basis for the position of Police Officer (Entry-Level, Academy Graduate, or Out-of-State Lateral).

RECRUITMENT PROCESS 

• Step 1: Apply 
  • Applicants must attach a passing PELLETB or NTN  score when applying.
  • Scores that are within one year of the application date and that meet the minimum passing score will be accepted. Applicants can take and submit results for either of the two tests below.
    • NTN Law Enforcement Exam: Minimum passing score of 65% for video, 70% for reading and 70% for writing. Virtual and in-person options are available for NTN. A screenshot of your NTN scores must be attached to your application.
    • POST Entry-Level Law Enforcement Test Battery (PELLETB): Minimum passing score of 49.
• Step 2: Personal History Questionnaire (PHQ) 
• Step 3: Oral Board Interview 
• Step 4: Management Panel Interview
• Step 5: Physical Agility Test (waived for academy graduates)
  • We accept WSTB results, which must be within one year of application date and meet the minimum passing score of 320.
• Step 6: Polygraph 
• Step 7: Background 
• Step 8: Executive Panel Interview 
• Step 9: Conditional Offer (Final job offer is dependent on the Medical and Psychological evaluations) 

For additional information, to include our minimum qualifications, please view our website: https://www.fremontpolice.gov/hiring 

CONTACT US

• E-mail:  fpdrecruiting@fremont.gov

• Call/Text: (510) 404-8934 

CONNECT WITH US
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https://www.fremontpolice.gov/hiring 
 

Human Resources
3300 Capitol Ave., Building B
Fremont, CA 94538

Recruitment Process

• Step 1: Apply
  1. Applicants must attach a valid typing certificate. A valid typing certificate must include all of the following requirements: 
     • Ability to type no less than 45 net words per minute
     • Must be dated within the last 12 months
     • All tests must be administered by a professional; the proctor/agency contact information must be listed on your certificate 
     • If you choose to do an online typing test, your certificate must indicate that your ID was verified, and a proctor must have virtually monitored the exam. In addition, all of the above requirements must be met.
• Step 2: Personal History Questionnaire (PHQ) 
• Step 3: CritiCall Exam
  • Step waived for candidates who have passing POST Entry-level Dispatcher Selection Test Battery Exam (POST Dispatcher Exam) or CritiCall scores attached to their application.
    • POST Entry-Level Dispatcher Selection Test Battery (POST Dispatcher Exam) with a minimum T-Score of 51 dated within the last 12 months.
    • OR CritiCall exam scores dated within the last 12 months.
      1. Data Entry MT (Audio) - 1872 KPH
      2. Call Summarization 1 - 61%
      3. Call Summarization 2 MT – 64%
      4. Cross Referencing (Audio) – 53%
      5. Memory Recall – 69%
      6. Memory Recall-Numeric (Audio) – 62%
      7. Prioritization – 70%
      8. Map Reading - 67%
      9. Spelling – 71%
      10. Sentence Clarity – 65%
      11. Reading Comprehension - 55%  
      12. Overall Non Data Entry – 62%

       

      Overall Data Entry - 1872 KPH

• Step 4: Oral Board Interview 
• Step 5: Management Panel Interview
• Step 6: Polygraph 
• Step 7: Background 
• Step 8: Executive Panel Interview 
• Step 9: Conditional Offer (Final job offer is dependent on the Medical and Psychological evaluations)

Review of Applications
Applications are reviewed weekly. This is an open continuous recruitment. Qualified candidates are encouraged to apply immediately. This recruitment may close without notice so interested applicants are encouraged to apply immediately. 
 
A completed application, supplemental questionnaire (part of the online application), and typing certificate must be submitted to be considered for this opportunity.

Selection Process
The process may include individual and/or panel interviews, professional reference checks, fingerprint check for criminal history, pre-employment medical exam 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 or emailing humanresources@fremont.gov.

Contact Us
For additional information, please email Human Resources Analyst Mai Cha at Mcha@fremont.gov.
Visit our website to learn more about being a Dispatcher and what is unique about Fremont PD:  
https://jobs.fremontpolice.gov/dispatchers/