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THE POSITION
The Woodland Police Department is accepting applications for the volunteer position of Reserve Police Officer Level II. Possession of a valid certificate of completion from a P.O.S.T. Basic Academy or valid certificate of completion from a P.O.S.T. LEVEL II, MODULE COURSE must be submitted with your application. All correspondence will be through email.

DEFINITION
To perform a variety of duties related to law enforcement and crime prevention work.

EXAMPLES OF ESSENTIAL DUTIES – Under direct supervision, duties may include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Perform investigative work; preserve and investigate crime scenes; collect, process, photograph and present evidence using scientific techniques including fingerprints, fibers, blood, and related physical evidence.
• Conduct a variety of criminal investigations involving crimes against persons and property, auto theft, white collar crime, and narcotics; gather evidence and prepare cases for prosecution.
• Conduct covert, undercover investigations as assigned.
• Identify suspects; conduct interviews and interrogations; apprehend and arrest offenders.
• Patrol a designated area of the City to preserve law and order; discovers and prevents the commission of crimes.
• Respond to public service calls including felonies, animal complaints, domestic disturbances, civil complaints, and property control; contact and interview victims and witnesses.
• Participate in and provide support and assistance to special crime prevention programs; take an active role in area of public education relative to crime and crime prevention.
• Respond to burglary alarm activations; check buildings for physical security.
• Enforce state and local laws and ordinances; issue warnings and citations.
• Direct traffic at fires, special events, and other emergency or congested situations; assist with DUI checkpoints.
• Prepare reports on arrests made, activities performed and unusual incidents observed.
• Build and maintain positive working relationships with co-workers, other City employees, other law enforcement agencies and the public using principles of good customer service.
• Perform related duties as assigned.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Knowledge of:

• Basic knowledge of use of firearms and other modern police equipment and communications and information systems related to law enforcement.
• Principles and practices of law enforcement organization, methods and techniques.
• Pertinent local, State, and federal rules, regulations and laws.
• Practices and methods of public relations and customer service; techniques and principles of effective interpersonal communication.
• Modern office equipment, methods, procedures, and computer hardware and software.
• Report writing techniques.

Ability to:

• On a continuous basis, know and understand all aspects of a Reserve Police Officer's job; intermittently analyze work papers, reports and special projects; remember accounts given by witnesses; identify crime suspects; interpret and apply the law to field situations; observe while conducting surveillance; problem solve crime situations; and explain law to public.
• On an intermittent basis, sit at desk or in patrol vehicle; walk and stand during patrol activities; bend, squat and kneel during inspection of crime scene or conducting building searches; climb stairs and/or ladders while in the field; twist while making arrests; perform simple and power grasping, pushing, pulling, and fine manipulation; run and walk; continuously wear utility belt and other police equipment of 30 pounds; and intermittently carry weight of 100 pounds or less.
• Analyze situations quickly and objectively; determine and take emergency action as required.
• Learn to operate a computer as necessary to perform job duties.
• Understand and carry out written and oral directions.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date records and reports.
• Deal tactfully with customers.
• Work outdoors in a variety of weather conditions
• Communicate effectively and concisely, both orally and in writing.
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work.

ABOUT THE POLICE DEPARTMENT

The Woodland Police Department is staffed with 64 sworn officers and 12 support employees. It, too, is expected to expand in size as the City grows. The Department is managed by a Chief of Police, a Police Captain, three Lieutenants, ten Sergeants, Support Services Manager, and a Police Records Supervisor. The Department has three Bureaus; Patrol, Investigations, and Community Relations. Police Officers are assigned to all Bureaus where the work in various capacities and teams.   Within the Bureaus are many specialty units including K-9 , Traffic/Motors, School Resource Officers, Street Response Team, Narcotics Agent, Detectives, and Homeless Outreach Street Team.  There are a number of collateral duties available to officers to include SWAT, Crisis Negotiations Team, Field Training Officer, Honor Guard, Arrest & Control Instructors, Firearms Instructors, Gang Resistance Education and Training (G.R.E.A.T) instructors, Social Media Team and Bicycle Patrol. The Woodland Police Department prides itself in being a service orientated agency using a Community Oriented Policing model and Intelligence Led Policing (ILP) strategy. The Woodland Police Department welcomes and practices constant community engagement, outreach, and activism. The City's Police Activities League (PAL) was formed and is led by Woodland Police personnel who place an emphasis on providing accessible and healthy activities for the city's youth.

ABOUT THE CITY

Woodland is a city of approximately 55,000 residents. Incorporated in 1871, Woodland is conveniently located on I-5 just 12 miles northwest of Sacramento and 9 miles north of U.C. Davis. Woodland’s primary business is agriculture and light industrial, including distribution centers for Target, True Value, Payless, and Walgreen’s. Woodland has a community college, 2 senior high schools, 2 junior high schools and 12 elementary schools in the public school district, supplemented by five private schools, grades K through 12. The area offers various recreation possibilities: water skiing and boating on the Sacramento River, Lake Berryessa and Lake Folsom; skiing in the Sierras, hunting and fishing; five golf courses; and many other youth and adult oriented recreations.

The Menlo Park Police Department demands the highest level of professionalism from its employees. We maintain that employee contact with the public should inspire respect and generate cooperation and approval from the public we serve.

The Menlo Park Police Department strives to provide the best possible police services. For more than 80 years, our department has worked hard every day to protect those who live, work and visit the City of Menlo Park. We achieve this through crime suppression and problem solving, crime analysis and development of crime prevention strategies.

The City of Menlo Park is currently accepting applications from motivated individuals who can meet the challenge of a fast-paced multitasking environment.  Successful Police Recruit candidates will actively participate in the P.O.S.T. (Commission on Peace Officer Standards and Training) prescribed police academy training program.  Upon successful completion of the academy program, incumbents of this non-sworn temporary classification may be appointed to the sworn classification of Police Officer.

The City of San Mateo Police Department is looking for highly qualified, experienced police officers to join our team!

As an incentive, those hired meeting the criteria, could be eligible for a $30,000 hiring bonus.  Do you have what it takes to join our team?

This is continuous recruitment until we successfully hire 5 Lateral Officers eligible for this incentive program.

Be sure to click "Job Announcement" for the most detailed salary and benefits information, duties and job requirements.

A Lateral Candidate must:

a) Be currently an active police officer.

b) Possess a California Basic POST Course Certificate.  A copy of your certificate with your application is required in order for your to continue with the process.

c) Have at least 3 years equivalent of CA Law Enforcement experience to patrol services with a municipality.

d) Attach a résumé to your application packet.

Those applicants meeting the minimum qualifications and have submitted the required documentation, will be added to the eligible list.  Please fax your certificates to:  650 522-7261 or email them to: larellano@cityofsanmateo.org 

The Position:  Police Officers perform law enforcement and crime prevention work; control traffic flow and enforce state and local regulations; perform investigative work; participate in and provide support and assistance to special department crime prevention and enforcement programs and do related police work as assigned. Duties and hours will vary with assignments.

The Department:  Consists of a diverse and outstanding group of men and women who have dedicated themselves to public service. Our staff  is devoted to protecting and serving the citizens of San Mateo professionally, while providing outstanding customer service.  The department is dedicated to providing creative and long-tem solutions to ongoing issues that may arise from time to time.

The San Mateo Police Department is accepting applications for Police Officer Lateral Candidates Only!

This is continous recruitment.

Be sure to click "Job Announcement" for the most detailed salary and benefits information, duties and job requirements.

In addition to the minimum  qualifications, a Lateral Candidate must have:

a)  Possession of a California Basic POST Course Certificate of at least 800 hours issued within 3 years of the date of application.  A copy of your certificate with your application is required in order for your to continue with the process.

AND

b)  Currently employed or previously employed within the last 12 months with a California Law Enforcement Agency as a Peace Officer.  A copy of your certificate with your application iss required in order for you to continue with the process.

Those applicants meeting the minimum qualifications and have submitted the required documentation, will be added to the employment list.  Please fax your certificates to:  650 522-7261 or email them to: larellano@cityofsanmateo.org 

Failure to attach and/or submit your certificate, your application will not move forward in the process.

The Position:  Police Officers perform law enforcement and crime prevention work; control traffic flow and enforce state and local regulations; perform investigative work; participate in and provide support and assistance to special department crime prevention and enforcement programs and do related police work as assigned. Duties and hours will vary with assignments.

The Department:  Consists of a diverse and outstanding group of men and women who have dedicated themselves to public service. Our staff  is devoted to protecting and serving the citizens of San Mateo professionally, while providing outstanding customer service.  The department is dedicated to providing creative and long-tem solutions to ongoing issues that may arise from time to time.

The San Mateo Police Department is accepting applications for Police Officer POST Academy Graduates Only

This is a continuous recruitment.

Minimum Qualifications:  

·   21 years of age at time of appointment.

·   U.S. Citizen or resident alien and proof of application for citizenship as required by California Government Code Section 1031(a).

·   High School Graduate from an accredited school or GED.

·   60 units of credit from an accredited college or two years of Military Service in lieu of college. 

License or Certificate:

·   Possession of a valid California driver’s license and appropriate license classification as required.

In addition to the minimum qualifications:  The Academy Graduate must have a California POST approved Basic Academy certificate of at least 800 hours issued within 3 years of the date of application.  A copy of your certificate is required with your application in order for you to continue in the process.

Without your certificate, your application will not receive further consideration.  If you are unable to attach the certificate to your application, please email your certificate to:  larellano@cityofsanmateo.org or fax to:  650 522-7261

The Position:

Police Officers perform law enforcement and crime prevention work; control traffic flow and enforce state and local regulations; perform investigative work; participate in and provide support and assistance to special department crime prevention and enforcement programs and do related police work as assigned. Duties and hours will vary with assignments.

The Department:

Consists of a diverse and outstanding group of men and women who have dedicated themselves to public service. Our staff, which consists of 113 sworn police officers and 40 civilian positions, is devoted to protecting and serving the citizens of San Mateo professionally, while providing outstanding customer service.

POLICE OFFICER - LATERAL

$111,263.46 - $135,245.48 Annual Potential Compensation
Holiday Pay – 6.37%
Bilingual pay – 5%
Education pay (up to) – 7.5%
Annual Uniform pay $1400
(Base Annual Salary $93,600.96 - $113,775.96)

APPLICATION CLOSING DATE: CONTINUOUS RECRUITMENT

ABOUT THE POSITION

The City of Gilroy is recruiting for the position of Police Officer – Lateral. The Gilroy Police Department is located 28 miles south of San Jose, in Santa Clara County, and serves a diverse population base of approximately 50,000 residents. The Gilroy Police Department (GPD) provides 24 hours patrol services responding to public safety calls for service and implementing crime suppression, conducting investigations, traffic enforcement and accident investigation and solving civil conflicts, arresting suspects and engaging in directed patrol missions to prevent or reduce crime in order to protect life and property for the citizens of Gilroy.

The Mission of the Gilroy Police Department is:  Providing excellent public safety services in partnership with the community.

The Vision of the Gilroy Police Department is:  The men and women of the Gilroy Police Department are dedicated to courageously ensuring the safety of our community.

The Core Values are:  Respect, Integrity, Compassion, Teamwork, Innovation, and Accountability.

GENERAL DESCRIPTION:

Under general direction of a police supervisor, patrol and assigned beat in the enforcement of law and order; protects life and property; maintain a calm and safe community.

EXAMPLES OF DUTIES:

1. Perform mobile patrol or fixed post in an assigned area for the prevention of crime and the enforcement of traffic laws and regulations.
2. Investigate and prepare reports on incidents such as accidents, offenses and damage to property.
3. Make arrests and take law enforcement action as appropriate.
4. Respond to pages, radio, and telephone dispatches.
5. Note and report traffic hazards, assist in controlling traffic at scenes of emergencies.
6. Give verbal warning, issue citations and serve warrants.
7. Work with juveniles.
8. Intervene in private or public disputes to protect the public.
9. Appear in court.
10. Investigate complaints.
11. Request medical attention for victims, citizens and suspects when necessary.
12. Interview persons whose actions are suspicious.
13. May transport prisoners.
14. May ride a motorcycle.
15. Provide first aid.
16. Care for and maintain departmental equipment.
17. Work an assigned shift with varies days and/or hours.
18. Conduct follow-up investigations.
19. Report vice conditions.
20. Perform in specialized functions when assigned.
21. Participate in related training programs.
22. May be required to speak in front of community groups.
23. May do research into law, policies, and related matters.
24. May be required to train other department members.
25. May be subject to recall/call-out.
26. Perform related work as required.

QUALIFICATIONS

1. LATERAL – Possession of a valid P.O.S.T. Basic certificate. Depending upon education, this certificate is typically obtained after 12-24 months of work as a sworn law enforcement officer.
2. Any combination of education, training or experience equivalent to graduation from high school or possession of a G.E.D. certificate.
3. Be at least 21 years of age.
4. Pass a physical agility test.
5. Be able to meet the current Police Officer Standards and Training (P.O.S.T.) medical standards for a peace officer and be free from any physical condition which might adversely affect the exercise of power as a peace officer.
6. Pass a POST background investigation, which includes a polygraph examination, an extensive Department of Justice criminal record check, an FBI check and a firearms clearance.
7. Pass a post-offer psychological evaluation and medical examination, which includes a drug test.
8. Must be a U.S. citizen or a permanent resident alien who is eligible for and has applied for citizenship. Peace officer applicants must obtain citizenship within three years after filling an employment application.
9. Possess and maintain a valid California Driver License and a safe driving record necessary to operate assigned vehicles.
10. Required to be proficient in typical police weaponry and must maintain department firearms qualification requirements.
11. Pass all required department and P.O.S.T. training.
12. Must possess and maintain C.P.R. and First Aid certificates within six (6) months of hire.
13. Establish and/or maintain residency within 45 minutes normal driving time from the Gilroy Police Station within 18 months from date of hire.
14. Prefer bilingual (English-Spanish).
15. Prefer non-tobacco user.

Please see the job description and announcement below.

Please apply on line at www.calopps.org AND also submit either proof of passing score on both the PELLETB and WSTB assessment tests or a copy of a police academy graduation certificate, delivered in person to: 

Burlingame Police Department
1111 Trousdale Drive
Burlingame, CA  94010 
Monday - Friday, 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM

Applications will not be considered until required documents are dropped off at Police Station.

THE DEPARTMENT
The Burlingame Police Department is a municipal, full service, community oriented department.  We offer a variety of investigative, preventative, and community policing programs to both protect and serve a community that spans five square miles and is home to more than 28,000 residents.

The Burlingame Police Department is divided into two divisions- Operations and Administration.  The force currently consists of 37 police officers, made up of the Chief of Police, 1 Captain, 2 Lieutenants, 5 Sergeants, 3 Inspectors, and 24 Patrol Officers.

We are active in county-wide law enforcement efforts by participating in the San Mateo County Gang Task Force, Avoid the 23 (DUI) Task Force, Narcotic Task Force Details, Alcohol Beverage Control Operations, Office of Traffic Safety grants and as Police Academy Training Officers.

POSITION
Burlingame Police Officers are responsible for preventing crime, arresting law violators, directing traffic, etc.  In that capacity, officers may also serve in special assignments such as K-9, detective, SWAT, hostage teams, FTO, and motorcycle patrol.

EXAMPLES OF DUTIES:

• Patrol various areas within the City by driving a police vehicle or by walking to prevent criminal activity, to enforce various laws, regulations, and codes.
• Respond to radio dispatched calls and reports to crime scenes or locations of disorder to protect life and property.
• Conduct investigations, gathers information and writes factual reports involving criminal activity, traffic accidents, suspicious activity, or other unusual incidents.
• Make arrests as necessary and writes report of all arrests made and activities performed.
• Interview and interrogate suspicious persons, suspects, and prisoners.
• Gather, mark, preserve, and record evidence in criminal or related matters; testify and present evidence in court.
• Serve warrants and subpoenas.
• Assist in the performance of special investigations and perform undercover and surveillance activities when necessary.

ESSENTIAL REQUIREMENTS:

Knowledge of:

• State laws, local regulations, ordinances, and codes including laws or arrest, current court decisions, General Police procedures and rules.
• Standard police broadcasting procedures and codes.
• Proper use of departmental firearms.
• Geography of the local area.

Ability to:

• Understand and carry out oral and written instructions.
• Read, comprehend, write, and speak English effectively.
• Write clear, concise and grammatically correct police reports.
• Observe, hear, remember, and record facts in writing.
• Interpret, explain, and apply laws and regulations.
• Analyze situations accurately and adopt effective courses of action.
• Mediate confrontations including those encountered during family, neighborhood or work disputes, or civil disorders, controlling hostile people or groups.
• Arrest persons with or without warrants and physically take into custody, guarding arrestee.
• Administer first aid and CPR.

Skills:

• Operation of police vehicle at high rates of speed during emergency situations.
• Use police vehicle radios as well as hand-held portables and use proper radio codes.
• Use hand-held and/or electronic equipment for drug and alcohol detection.
• Ability to process for and lift latent evidence.
• Finger print and take palm prints from arrestees.
• Use departmentally issued firearms safely and safety equipment.

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE:

Candidates must be a US Citizen, at least 21 years of age on date of appointment, a US high school graduate (or GED equivalent), have no felony convictions or disqualifying criminal history.  Must be able to understand and carry out verbal and written instructions, read, comprehend, write, and speak English effectively.

Entry Level - Proof of completing the POST Written Test and Physical Agility Test with a passing score.

Lateral Police Officer - To be considered for a lateral Police Officer appointment, candidates must have prior experience as a sworn law enforcement officer within the past twelve (12) months, including the completion of the field training program and probation period with a law enforcement agency.

Applicants with more than a three year break in employment as a California Police Officer or who are an out-of-state Police Officer must provide evidence of successful completion of the CA Basic POST Course waiver process.

APPLICATION PROCEDURE:

Please apply on line at www.calopps.org AND also submit either proof of passing score on both the PELLETB and WSTB assessment tests or a copy of a police academy graduation certificate, delivered in person to: 

Burlingame Police Department
1111 Trousdale Drive
Burlingame, CA  94010 
Monday - Friday, 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM

Applications will not be considered until required documents are dropped off at Police Station.

SELECTION PROCESS:
Those most qualified candidates submitting the required documents in person to the Burlingame Police Department will be invited to participate in oral interviews and other elements of the selection process.

BACKGROUND REQUIREMENTS:
Finalists will be required to undergo a thorough background investigation and criminal/vehicle records check.  Employment offers are contingent upon passing a pre-employment physical/drug screen and psychological examination.  Past substance abuse and criminal activity may be grounds for disqualification but all candidates will be evaluated on a case-by-case basis.

The City of Menlo Park is currently accepting applications for lateral Police Officers that are motivated, well-trained professionals who can meet the challenge of a fast paced, multi-tasking law enforcement environment.

The Menlo Park Police department is an operation in which the line patrol officers enjoy communicating and building relationships with individuals within the community. We embrace a true community connection and commitment with participants on all sides. Rather than designating certain officers to focus on solving community problems, Menlo Park will charge all police personnel with proactive community policing responsibilities. We ask our officers to seek innovative solutions to local problems, respond to citizen complaints of violations and provide excellent customer service.

A small agency, such as the Menlo Park Police Department, will enable you to attain a breadth of experience and exposure through which to advance your career in numerous ways. We are seeking individuals who are enticed by our vision and will bring high energy, innovation, self-motivation and passion to their chosen profession. The City of Menlo Park recognizes the value of continuing education and increased knowledge acquired through personal and professional development of its’ workforce and allows employees to further their education goals. Accordingly, the City is committed to providing support for learning opportunities that directly and indirectly assist employees in achieving their personal and professional learning goals.

Additionally, major thoroughfares coursing through our fully developed community make traffic management a vital duty of all patrol officers. Overall, the department has strong opportunities for specialty assignments, including: K9, investigations, narcotics enforcement, and SWAT / HNT. Patrol teams enjoy a rotating 4/12 plan or a fixed 4/10 schedule in specialty assignments.

The City realizes the diversity of the community and therefore upon approval, the City pays officers a bilingual stipend. Our officers continually strive to be the best and achieve high standards; they receive a 5% incentive for achieving their Intermediate POST certificate and 10% incentive for achieving their advanced certificate. The City has new desktop and laptop computers in place for employees. The City already has Crime Analysis and Traffic Analysis software systems in place. A new handheld citations system for traffic has recently been launched. The City also implemented a citywide GIS system, document imaging system, and Intranet, which are available to all staff members. Additionally, we have placed laptops in all patrol cars in order to facilitate timely report writing and response to calls for service.

ABOUT THE POSITION The City of Lincoln is seeking qualified Part-time Reserve Police Officers - Level I, II, and III trained Police Officers. Successful candidates may be assigned to patrol duties in accordance with POST requirements. Upon completion of the Lincoln Police Department Police Training Officer Program, Reserve Officers will be assigned law enforcement duties on as needed basis. The types of duties assigned will be dependent upon their level of training and experience. This position receives no compensation nor does it include benefits.

QUALIFICATIONS Twenty-one years of age; education equivalent to the completion of the twelfth grade; 30 college units (in addition to those earned at the academy) desirable; completion of POST Level I, II, or III Police Officer Training Modules, or POST Basic Academy; possess a valid CA driver's license; and must be available to work at least 16 hours duty time and four hours training time per month.

Additionally: Level I - Regular Basic Course, (664 hours), Field Training Program, (400 hours) and Continuous Professional Training, (24 hours every 2 years)

Level II – Police Officer Training Program Modules I and II, (333 hours) and Continuous Professional Training, (24 hours every 2 years)

Level III – Police Officer Training Program Module III, (144 hours)

WORKING CONDITIONS/PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS Mobility to work in both an office setting and field work; lift and carry weight of 50 pounds or less; strength and stamina to perform law enforcement duties, including making arrests; chasing suspects: vision to meet department standards; hearing and speech to communicate effectively in person or over communication equipment; analyze work papers, reports and special projects; remember accounts given by witnesses; identify crime suspects; interpret and apply the law in field situations; observe while conducting surveillance; problem solve crime situations; and explain the law to the public.

APPLICATION AND SCREENING PROCESS All applicants must complete a City of Lincoln employment application. POST Certificates must be attached to the City Application. The applicant has the responsibility to explain his/ her qualifications fully and clearly. Applications will be screened based on qualifications, and those applicants that best meet the needs of the City will be invited to participate in the City’s selection process. Offers of voluntary employment are conditional subject to successful completion of a CVSA, thorough background investigation, and a pre-employment medical and psychological exam. Applications must be submitted to the City of Lincoln Human Resources Department. All applicants will be notified by mail following application review.