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Office Aide

$20.50 - $25.60 per hour – depending upon experience

Two Positions - Temporary/Part-Time/No Benefits

The Library and Recreation Department is looking to fill two part-time temporary clerical positions (20 hours each).  Specific needs of this department are candidates with exceptional communication skills, ability to deal directly with the public and work with diverse populations.  Bilingual is preferred.

This position performs the following essential job duties:

• Providing clerical support to the Library and Recreation Department
• Record keeping
• Filing
• Greeting customers
• Answering telephones
• Registering clients for classes
• Entering facility reservations
• Performs related duties as required

To be eligible for this position you must have knowledge of:

• Microsoft Office
• Standard office administrative practices and procedures
• Operation of common office equipment

To be eligible for this position you must have the ability to:

• Prepare and maintain records and files.
• Perform clerical work & administrative tasks.
• Understand and follow oral and written directions.
• Answer telephones and in person customer inquiries courteously and efficiently.
• Perform routine clerical duties.
• Operate computer software.

• High school diploma or equivalent AND
• Two (2) years related experience and/or training OR
• Equivalent combination of education and experience
• Bilingual is preferred

APPLICATION AND SELECTION PROCESS: 

City of San Rafael application is required.  Resumes do not substitute for the City application.  To file an application, go to:  www.calopps.org.  Select “Member Agencies”.   Select “San Rafael”.  Follow this link to apply:   https://www.calopps.org/san-rafael/job-20106823 

WILDFIRE MITIGATION AND EMERGENCY

 PREPAREDNESS SPECIALIST

San Rafael Fire Department

Full-Time (37.5 hours per week)/Fixed-Term Position

$71,116 - $90,753 per year

($36.47 - $46.54 per hour)

  Limited Benefits Available

APPLICATION DEADLINE:    Applications will be reviewed on a weekly basis until position is filled

The City of San Rafael Fire Department is seeking to fill the position of Wildfire Mitigation and Emergency Preparedness Specialist.  Fixed-term appointments may be made for up to a three-year period. Continued appointment in this position is contingent upon funding and job performance.  This is an “at will” position.  This position has limited benefits available. 

Under supervision, the Wildfire Mitigation and Emergency Preparedness Specialist will support the implementation of the San Rafael Wildfire Prevention and Protection Plan and Marin Wildfire Prevention Authority (MWPA) goals; work to improve community disaster preparedness through outreach, education, and engagement; support the San Rafael Community Emergency Response Team (CERT) program; support Firewise communities, and Neighborhood Response Groups (NRG’s); support Emergency Operation Center (EOC) functions); and augment designated fire prevention and emergency management staff on strategic projects and programs.       

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Draft policies and procedures, plans, and ordinances related to wildfire prevention and emergency services.
• Deliver training and provide subject matter expertise on fuel reduction measures in alignment with environmentally sound/safe practices and existing ordinances.
• Represent the department through collaboration with multiple community-based organizations, partner agencies and varied stakeholders involving emergency and non-emergency settings.
• Support and coordinate San Rafael CERT and San Rafael-hosted CERT trainings.
• Support emergency alerting and notifications, including educational endeavors and outreach, and database management.
• Support, coordinate, and conduct disaster preparedness and mitigation through public outreach and training opportunities.
• Support the development and implementation of Emergency Operation Plans, including evacuation planning and continuity of operation plans. 
• Support the implementation of the Wildfire Prevention and Protective Action Plan.
• Other duties as assigned.

Knowledge of:

• Emergency, environmental and fire hazard prevention; principles and practices of emergency management, including hazard identification, mitigation and disaster preparedness; urban interface education/training,
• California Standardized Emergency Management System (SEMS), Incident Command System (ICS) and the National Incident Management System (NIMS); Emergency Operations Center (EOC) structure and operating procedures; emergency operations communications systems.
• State and Federal damage reporting and reimbursement procedures; accounting, budgeting, and contract principles and methods; principles and practices of program coordination, development, administration and evaluation.
• Injury and illness prevention practices (IIPP) as well as pertinent federal, state and local laws, codes and regulations.
• Preparing and presenting public information; teaching; and public speaking.

Ability To:

• Prepare and present detailed plans and procedures; develop and present training programs for staff and the public.
• Interpret and apply federal, state and local laws, rules and regulations.
• Learn and retain local geography and resources as they relate to emergency management planning and operations; stay abreast of emergency management requirements and standards as well as analyze and evaluate new program techniques.
• Prepare clear and concise reports; express ideas and communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing; coordinate, train, oversee and evaluate staff and volunteers.
• Logically and creatively utilize a variety of analytical techniques to solve complex emergency management challenges.
• Participate in the development and administration of department goals, objectives, procedures and budgets; work cooperatively with the public and emergency response agencies.
• Identify and analyze problems, identify alternative solutions, project consequences of proposed actions and implement recommendations in support of goals; research, analyze and evaluate new service delivery methods and techniques.

Minimum Qualifications Desired:  Possession of one or more of the following is desirable:

1. A background in customer service or public service
2. Completion of CA State Fire Marshal 1A, 1B, 1C, 1D, 2B, & 2C courses
3. ICC Certification Fire 77, CA, CF, & CP

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university with major coursework in emergency management, fire management, public administration, or a related field, AND/OR
• Three (3) years of technical-level experience in an organization performing emergency management, disaster planning, and/or response, which has provided knowledge of emergency management concepts, terminology and basic procedures, OR
• An equivalent combination of education and experience sufficient to successfully perform the duties and responsibilities of the position.
• Must possess and maintain a valid California driver’s license, with a satisfactory driving record.

Interview Process:  The most qualified applicants will be invited to interview.    

Application and Selection Process:  Resumes do not substitute for the City application.  Candidates should detail related education and experience on the application since this information will be used to determine who will be invited to participate in the next phase of the examination process.  The examination process may include any or all of the following:  application appraisal and oral board interview examination.  NOTE:  Prior to appointment, candidate must pass a background check/fingerprinting, and DMV check.  To file an application on-line go to www.calopps.org.  Select “Member Agencies”.  Select “Northern Bay Area”.  Select “San Rafael”.

Follow this link to apply for this position:  https://www.calopps.org/san-rafael/job-20106683 

Reasonable Accommodation:  The City of San Rafael will make reasonable accommodations in the exam process to accommodate disabled applicants.  If you have a disability for which you require an accommodation, please contact us at (415) 485-3474 before the oral board date.

City of San Mateo/Aquatics Program
 

SUMMER 2021

LIFEGUARD AND SWIM INSTRUCTOR

Salary:  $16.97 - $17.81 (depending on experience and certifications)

Qualification:

Must be at least 15 years old and have the ability to obtain a work permit, if under the age of 18.  Applicants must have completed and passed the Lifeguard Training class that includes CPR, FPR, and AED by June 1, 2021. WSI (water safety instructor) is highly recommended.

To Apply: 

Submit an official City of San Mateo application on-line on CalOpps.org. 

OR

Submit an official City of San Mateo application to San Mateo Senior Center 2645 Alameda de las Pulgas, San Mateo, CA 94403

All applicants must answer the following Supplemental question: “Did a current City of San Mateo employee refer you to this job?”  “If yes, please provide their name.”

This recruitment is open until filled and application materials will be screened on a continuous basis.  First review of applications for the 1st round of interviews will be on May 2, 2021.  

For additional information:  Contact Carolyn Shavel at 650 522-7495 or by email: shavel@cityofsanmateo.org

Interviews:

• Interviews will be held May 4-7

Lifeguard Job Responsibilities:

• The primary responsibility of a lifeguard is to protect lives by using his or her skills to prevent injury among patrons.  This duty does not only include rescuing drowning victims or administering CPR and first aid.  Being alert and proactive also helps to prevent dangerous situations from ever occurring in the first place.
• Enforcing the rules fairly and consistently is a close second major duty and could even be considered to be a part of patron surveillance.  Help the patrons to keep themselves safe by monitoring and putting an end to dangerous behaviors.  These can include running on slippery surfaces or roughhousing around the pool area.
• Maintenance and cleaning tasks are also part of the lifeguard duties.  These can include monitoring chemical levels in the pool, picking up trash and organizing equipment, or inspecting the facility for unsafe conditions.
   

Swim Instructor Job Responsibilities:

• The swim instructor is responsible for instructing all swim lesson participants.
• This position is also responsible for the safety of the participant in their own class.
• Work hours as scheduled which includes beginning and ending class on time; remaining after class to answer participant and/or parent questions as needed and clean up supplies.
• Instructs and evaluates students participating in swim lessons.
• Submits completed report cards, skills sheets, and attendance information on time.        

Fine Print

Prior to hire, candidates will be required to successfully complete a pre-employment process, including a Department of Justice (DOJ) & FBI fingerprint check. A conviction history will not necessarily disqualify an applicant from appointment.
 

The policy of the City of San Mateo is to grant equal employment opportunity to all qualified persons without regard to race, color, sex, gender, age, religion, ancestry, physical or mental disability, sexual preference, marital status, or national origin. It is the intent and desire of the City of San Mateo that equal employment opportunity will be provided in recruiting, hiring, training, promoting, wages, benefits, and all other privileges, terms, and conditions of employment. The City of San Mateo is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE).

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 40 police officers, made up of the Chief of Police, 1 Captain, 2 Lieutenants, 6 Sergeants, 6 Corporals, 2 Inspectors, and 22 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 and judge situations/people 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.
• Be free of bias against race or ethnicity, gender, nationality, religion, disability, or sexual orientation.
• Exercise judgment in determining when to use force and to what degree.
• Build effective working relationships.
• Maintain contact and preserve good relations with the public; respond to requests and inquiries from the general public.
• Use sound conflict resolution and problem solving skills.
• 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 include either proof of passing score on both the PELLETB and WSTB assessment tests or a copy of a police academy graduation certificate as an attachment to your application.

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 Community

Located nearly halfway between San Francisco and Sacramento, Suisun City is a hidden gem of the Bay Area. Suisun City is accessible from Interstate 80 via Highway 12 and Amtrak’s Capitol Corridor commuter rail stop at the Train Depot, right to the heart of the City’s historic Waterfront District, making it a prime location for job seekers as well as homeowners. The community is a unique destination for a Bay Area day trip, an overnight getaway or a place to work, particularly with its reverse commute for inner Bay Area residents. Residents of this mostly bedroom community take great pride in their full-service public safety services provided by the Police and Fire Departments.

The Department

The Suisun City Police Department is a progressive and proactive law enforcement agency. As a result of its proximity to neighboring jurisdictions, the employees of the Suisun City Police Department remain extremely busy as they address the needs of the community. Candidates interested in testing for this position must be prepared to take on the challenges of a fast-paced work environment serving both the Police and Fire Departments.

The Position

Under general supervision of a Police Sergeant or other supervisory/management staff, a Suisun City Police Officer performs a variety of duties related to the protection of public health, safety, and welfare and the enforcement of applicable federal, state, and local laws; provides traffic enforcement and control; and carries out special assignments in a particular phase of police work.

The Police Officer is an entry/journey level class responsible for performance of the full scope of assigned law enforcement duties and responsibilities. New incumbents may have limited related experience, but are expected to learn the full range of duties and responsibilities, perform duties with minimal direct supervision, and exercise sound judgment and discretion in making decisions.

Essential Job Functions

The following duties are typical for this classification. Incumbents may not perform all of the listed duties and/or may be required to perform additional or different duties from those set forth below to address business needs and changing business practices.

• Patrols assigned areas of the City to preserve law and order, discover and prevent commission of crimes, and enforces traffic and other laws and ordinances; maintains awareness of and remains alert for wanted suspects, known criminals, stolen vehicles, missing persons, traffic violators, and crimes in progress; makes arrests; issues warnings and citations.
• Responds to calls for the protection of life and property, the enforcement of laws and ordinances, general public service calls, and complaints, including those involving automobile accidents, traffic hazards, misdemeanor and felony incidents, domestic disturbances, health code and local ordinance violations, property control, civil complaints, and related incidents; responds to and provides assistance at a variety of public service type calls that are non-criminal in nature.
• Conducts initial and follow-up investigations at scenes of incidents to which summoned or incidents observed; determines what, if any crime has been committed; collects, preserves, processes, photographs, and books evidence; locates and interviews victims and witnesses; identifies and interrogates suspects.
• Prepares and serves search and arrest warrants; apprehends and arrests offenders for crimes committed under federal, state, and local laws and codes; controls and mitigates people under the influence of drugs or alcohol or other potentially hostile situations.
• Directs traffic at special events or emergency situations; provides traffic and crowd control at community and emergency events.

Stanford University Department of Public Safety

Police Lieutenant: Job #88998

The Stanford University Department of Public Safety is currently accepting applications for the position of Police Lieutenant.  Interested candidates should apply online at http://stanfordcareers.stanford.edu Job Search: Lieutenant or Job # 88998

For additional information please visit our department website at https://police.stanford.edu or email recruiter Robert Contreras at robert2c@stanford.edu

Stanford Department of Public Safety takes pride in serving the community of Stanford University – one of the most prestigious universities in the world. We invite you to join us!

Applications accepted until minimum number meeting our qualifications have been received.

Interviews: TBA

DEFINITION

Under general direction, performs complex and responsible technical and clerical work for the Director of Human Resources in the administration of the City's Human Resources program. Completes related work as required.

DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS

An incumbent in this position is a Human Resources generalist performing a wide range of personnel assignments in administering and processing health and welfare benefits; managing the administrative duties associated with the Personnel Board and overseeing the preparation and management of all employee requisition and action forms; managing the office and providing administrative support to the Director of Human Resources, Senior Management Analyst and the Human Resources Analysts. 

EXAMPLES OF DUTIES

Maintains frequent, sensitive and critical contacts with public and private agencies, other departments, professionals and officials; transmits information, decisions and directives. Answers inquiries by phone or mail; investigates and resolves complaints or provides information, explains departmental or City procedures; exercises judgment in giving information and proper disposition of problems; composes correspondence and prepares reports. Maintains employees' personnel records and departmental records; provides information to employees regarding benefits. Screens telephone calls and visitors; receives, screens and routes incoming mail for appropriate action and follows up on its disposition; arranges for meetings and conferences and assists in providing material on information to be discussed. Interprets and apply rules and regulations of the classified service. Keeps abreast of pertinent information and changes in City procedures and regulations.

Prepares and signs inter-office memoranda and requisition forms; elicits employee evaluation forms for all departments by preparing and transmitting initial forms. Manages performance appraisal forms for distribution in accordance with established procedures. Serves as Secretary for the Personnel Board, other related meetings, and disciplinary and appeal hearings by collecting, preparing, and sending agendas, taking and transcribing minutes, and typing and distributing minutes and other material. Manages distribution of performance appraisals schedule and retiree health reimbursement checks. Administers Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV) Pull Program, tracks employee driving records and issues quarterly department list of commercial drivers’ medical expirations.  May assist in responding to internal and external surveys. May assist department personnel with data entry on applicant tracking program, proctoring Civil Service examinations, and in administering certification of active Civil Service Employment Lists using computerized applicant tracking program.

Provides support to the Senior Management Analyst and Human Resources Analysts. Administers the documentation requirements of the 1986 Immigration and Control Act. Prepares and processes required Human Resources’ forms, such as new employee forms and employee Action Forms. Assists with preparation and publication of the employee newsletter. Maintains and orders office supplies.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Knowledge of: Appropriate English grammar and spelling; current office equipment and methods including operation of computer programs, including advanced, competent use of Microsoft Word; record keeping and organizational practices; basic arithmetic; and certain federal, state and municipal personnel regulations.

Ability to: Communicates effectively both orally and in writing; speaks to and direct large groups; Interacts positively and cooperate with co-workers, responds politely to customers, works as a team member, functions under demanding time pressure, responds in a positive manner to supervision, attends work and perform duties on a regular and consistent basis. Understands and applies instructions, rules, regulations and policies including the City’s Rules and Regulations of the Classified Service; analyzes, processes and schedules detailed work accurately; learns, understands, and communicates employee benefit parameters and regulations, learns and uses all Microsoft Office Suite applications, Human Resources Information System (HRIS), applicant tracking system and other City software programs. Transcribes proceedings at meetings of commissions, boards or special committees; exercises good judgment in matters of a confidential nature; works independently in absence of supervision.

Experience: Two years of experience in responsible administrative and human resources technical work that involved regular contact with the public. 

Education: Graduation from high school or equivalent and an AA degree.

Licenses or Certificates: Possession of a valid Class C California Driver's License.

The City of San Jose is recruiting for a part-time School Crossing Guards in the Police Department during the normal school year.  Work involves providing for the safe conduct of elementary and junior high school children across heavily traveled streets and reporting problems requiring possible police action. Positions may involve substituting at different corners or a regular location assignment.  IN GENERAL, THESE ASSIGNMENTS ARE A SPLIT SHIFT WITH APPROXIMATELY 10 HOURS PER WEEK.  School Crossing Guards are required to work outside regardless of weather conditions and must be able to provide a uniform as specified by the Police Department.   Work includes outside duties and exposure to weather.  Work may include the physical ability to sit, stand, walk quickly, step up/down from the curb, reach, push and/or pull, twist and or rotate, bend, lift and carry up to 10 pounds, use hands hold and use a stop sign the entire shift, use other hand to stop traffic and use a whistle at the same. 
 
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, School Safety unit, visit http://www.sjpd.org/BFO/Community/SchoolSafety/.

Applications will be available on a continuous basis until our current vacancies are filled.  To facilitate filling these positions, interviews will be conducted whenever sufficient qualified applications are received.   

EFFECTIVE 3/9/2021 THE LIVING WAGE RATE OF PAY PER HOUR IS $24.56,  EFFECTIVE 7/1/2021 THE LIVING WAGE WILL INCREASE TO $25.31. 

Competencies

The ideal candidate will possess the following competencies, as demonstrated in past and current employment history.  Desirable competencies for this position include: 

*Job Expertise - Demonstrates knowledge of and experience with applicable professional/technical principles and practices, Citywide and departmental procedures/policies and federal and state rules and regulations 

*Ability to communicate effectively in English both verbally and writing 

*Ability and willingness to work in all-weather situations 

*Experience working with children 

*Knowledge of traffic laws of California and City of San Jose 

*Knowledge of traffic control techniques and procedures 

*Ability to recognize traffic hazardous 

*Ability to have access to motor vehicle on a daily basis 

*Able to read city maps 

*Automobile insurance coverage of at least $35,000 ($15,000-$30,000 bodily injury,   $5,000 property damage.)  

*Be able to work morning and afternoon shifts every school day during school start and end times 

*Ability to give and follow oral instruction 

*Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationship with children, parents, school officials and law enforcement 

*Ability to remain calm and use judgment and initiative in an emergency situation 

*Customer Service - Demonstrates the ability to anticipate customers' needs and deliver services effectively and efficiently in a timely, accurate, respectful and friendly manner. 

*Initiative- Exhibits resourceful behaviors toward meeting job objectives; anticipates problems, is proactive, and avoids difficulties by planning ahead; displays willingness to assume extra responsibility and challenges; pursues continuing education opportunities that promotes job performance.

*Reliability- Completes quality work assignments in a timely and efficient manner; fulfills responsibilities and maintains confidentiality as appropriate

*Teamwork & Interpersonal Skills - Develops effective relationships with co-workers and supervisors by helping others accomplish tasks and using collaboration and conflict resolution skills

*Communication Skills - Communicates and listens effectively and responds in an timely, effective, positive and respectful manner; written reports and correspondence are accurate, complete, current; well-organized, legible, concise, neat, and in proper grammatical form responds to statements and comments of others in a way that reflects understanding of the content and the accompanying emotion; asks clarifying questions to assure understanding of what the speaker intended, ensures consistent communication takes place within area of responsibility. 
 

The Department

Working at the award-winning Citrus Heights Police Department is all about strong character – yours and ours.  Our reputation and ability to effectively serve our community is built on the words, actions, and habits of our department members. We have built a culture rooted in professionalism, honor, and outreach; where innovation and fresh ideas are welcomed. If you seek a fast-paced law enforcement agency where you will be surrounded by officers of strong character, supportive City leadership and an involved community who believes in their officers, the Citrus Heights Police Department is the place for you.  We have created something exceptional at the CHPD; an agency where you will be challenged and trained well; a place where you are family; a premier department like no other. 

The Position

The CHPD provides an extensive variety of law enforcement services to the community.  We are actively seeking Police Officers who are committed to the vision of pioneering a new way of premier policing.  Citrus Heights has built an agency where patrol officers enjoy building relationships with the community and are supported by visionary leadership.  CHPD officers are enhanced by advanced technology and quality equipment and vehicles.  The major thoroughfares coursing through our city make traffic management a vital responsibility of all officers.  In addition to a fast-paced patrol division, the department has regular opportunities for special assignments, including Traffic, Investigations, School Resource, POP, K9, SWAT, Bike, Field Training, Defensive Tactics, Firearms, Special Investigations, Domestic Violence Response, Small UAV Pilots, Crisis Negotiators, Honor Guard, Bait, Juvenile Investigations and more!  We are committed to the wellness of our officers as demonstrated by our on-duty workout program and the CHPD Running, Softball, and Basketball teams.  Our officers also enjoy investing in our community’s youth through the Explorer Program and coaching a variety of sports and activities through the Citrus Heights Police Activities League.

Unique Shift Schedule

A career as a Police Officer assigned to patrol is demanding.  We recognize this and want our officers to truly experience work/life balance.  We have strategically incorporated these values into the benefits and work schedule programs outlined.  Officers are scheduled on 10 or 12.5 hour shifts, depending on their assignment, including a regular training day.  The crown jewel of our schedule is the Mini-Sabbatical which allows full time patrol officers to annually receive four consecutive weeks of paid time off; that’s in addition to vacation time.  That is a month off every year to spend with family!  For us, it’s family first.

Benefits

The City offers first class benefits, including: CalPERS retirement (employee pays full member contribution), 136 to 240 hours of accrued Annual Leave (to be used for vacation or sick time); 40 hours of Long Term Medical Leave; a substantial monthly City contribution toward health insurance and if qualifying alternative group health coverage is demonstrated, a $600/month cash-out may be added to salary or deferred compensation; and fully paid family dental, family vision, employee life and long-term disability insurance. 

The City does not participate in Social Security but does participate in Medicare and State Disability Insurance (SDI).  In addition, officers assigned to the Patrol Division receive 4 weeks of paid Mini-Sabbatical each year.  Officers have the ability to earn up to an additional 5% as a Detective or SRO – retaining the additional pay once the assignment is complete. The probationary period for this position is 18 months. 

Relocation Incentives:  The City offers a one-time $1,500 Relocation Assistance Award as a recruitment incentive for sworn personnel.  This Relocation Assistance award is available to full-time sworn Police Department employees who currently are living more than 60 miles away from Citrus Heights and moves within a 60 mile radius of the Citrus Heights Police Department.

A complete detail summary of all the Employee Benefits are listed here:

http://www.citrusheights.net/DocumentCenter/View/16019/2021-Employee-Benefit-Summary

Minimum Qualifications

• Experience and Training:  Applicants must have graduated from a P.O.S.T.  Academy, Modules III, II, and I, or, to be considered a lateral officer, have one-year experience in a law enforcement agency with six months of recent patrol experience. (Applications from academy attendees may be accepted with proof of academy enrollment.)
• Education:  Equivalent to high school graduation
• Certifications:  Possession of a valid California Basic P.O.S.T. Certificate*
• License: Possession of a valid California Driver’s License at time of appointment
  Applicants with break in Service or out of state:
• Officers with 3+ years “break in service” from a P.O.S.T certified agency: Please provide a copy of your completed P.O.S.T Requalification certificate*
• Out-of-state Officers:  Provide a proof of your California P.O.S.T Basic Course Waiver* or completed California P.O.S.T Basic Course certificate*
   
  *For more information on the above waiver/certificates, please go to http://www.post.ca.gov.