Police Officer - City of Delano CA : Job Details

Salary : $6,065.00 - $7,744.00 MonthlyLocation : 140 W 11th Ave, DelanoJob Type: Full-TimeJob Number: 202200052Department: Police DepartmentOpening Date: 08/07/2023Job Purpose OPEN UNTIL FILLED$7,000 HIRING BONUSTo be considered for this position, please attach the following to your application:

• D.M.V. Printout
• Basic P.O.S.T. Certificateor Police Academy Graduation Certificate

Under direction, serves the City and community at large by performing a variety of peace officer duties involving the protection of life and property. Enforces laws and ordinances of the City, State, and Federal government. Provides assistance and protection to residents through the execution of a program of community policing that includes education and crime prevention, investigation, and suppression activities. Prepares cases and provide testimony in court proceedings on behalf of the community. Essential Duties and ResponsibilitiesDisclaimer- This list is meant to be representative, not exhaustive. Some incumbents may not perform all the duties listed. Other cases related duties may also be assigned. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Patrols City business, residential and park areas to ensure security of life and property observe situations and deter crimes.
• Interacts with business owners and general public for community policing.
• Gathers information and ideas for improvement of community life and security
• Obtains information on police-related issues.
• Checks security of businesses during hours of closure
• Conducts house watches for residents.
• Responds to suspicious activities and answers emergency calls for service.
• Enforces a variety of City, county, state, and federal laws and ordinances, issue verbal warnings and citations.
• Pursues and apprehends suspects and requests assistance
• Conducts limited drug and alcohol testing.
• Investigates juvenile and adult criminal activity and incidents.
• Investigates traffic accidents and provides traffic control.
• Restores order, protects life and property, and maintains the peace at public gatherings and in conflict situations.
• Conducts surveillance and searches
• Develops contacts and resources.
• Participates in collateral police activities, e.g. Motor Officer, Detective, K-9, etc.
• Undertakes special cases and follows-up investigations, reviews case reports and dormant cases, and advises and participates in the investigation of the department's most complex cases.
• Specializes in particular investigative areas, e.g. sex crimes, juveniles, drugs and narcotics, etc.
• Develops investigative expertise, contacts, and methodology.
• Prepares and documents investigations and daily activities and records a variety of crimes and incident reports
• Prepares and maintains logs and records.
• Testifies on behalf of the City in court.
• Speaks to various constituencies for the Department.
• Responds to medical and fire calls, and provides emergency aid, assistance and requests additional response until arrival of an ambulance/paramedics.
• Maintains issued, assigned, and personally provided equipment.
• Operates a motor vehicle and checks operational condition, identifies problems, and requests maintenance.
• Interacts with the public in a professional and courteous manner, answers basic questions, provides directions and responds to calls for service and assistance, and refers the public and their questions to appropriate City employees.
• Performs a variety of other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills and abilities required to satisfactorily perform the essential duties and responsibilities.Knowledge of:

• Principles and practices of PC's and related software.
• Use of oral and written English, spelling, punctuation, and composition.
• Record keeping methods.
• Operation of standard office equipment.
• Law enforcement terminology and concepts.
• Techniques for dealing with people of all socioeconomic levels under normal, hostile, and emergency situations.
• Safety practices and precautions pertaining to law enforcement work.

Skilled in:

• Use of oral and written English, spelling, punctuation, and composition.
• Statistical record keeping methods.
• Operation of standard office equipment.
• Law enforcement terminology and concepts.
• Techniques for dealing with people of all socioeconomic levels under normal, hostile, and emergency situations.
• Safety practices and precautions pertaining to law enforcement work.

Ability to:

• Operate a PC and related software
• Maintain effective working relationships
• Pass an initial comprehensive background investigation, initial medical and physical examination and any subsequent examinations that may be required, and an oral interview.
• Communicate in oral and written English.
• Read, understand, interpret, explain, and apply applicable laws, ordinances, policies, and regulations.
• Maintain cooperative relationships with representatives of other agencies, community residents and visitors, and other City employees.

Education and/or ExperienceAny combination of education and experience that demonstrates possession of the requisite knowledge, skill and abilities. A typical way to obtain these would be:

• High School Diploma or an equivalent certificate or diploma recognized by the State of California.
• Associate's Degree with emphasis in criminology, law enforcement/administration of justice, political science, social or behavioral science or a related field, preferred,
• Maintain a valid California Driver License, with a driving record acceptable to the City.
• Possess a valid Certificate of Graduation from the POST Academy or acquire such certificate.
• Maintain a valid Basic POST certificate or obtain within one year of appointment.
• Maintain a valid First Aid/CPR Certificate or acquire one within one year of appointment.
• One (1) to Two (2) years of experience in law enforcement as a peace officer with a police or sheriff department in a full time or reserve capacity, preferred.
• One (1) to Two (2) years experience as a security officer, assignments in security, intelligence, investigations or law enforcement in the armed forces, general clerical or technical experience in a law enforcement setting, or active participation in a law enforcement-oriented cadet program, preferred.

Selection Process:Candidates with the most relevant qualifications will be invited to participate in the interview and testing processes. Reference checks, Live Scan, background investigations, psychological testing, and pre-employment physicals including drug testing are part of the employment process and background standards. • 5% working above classification Pay• Special Assignment Pay for the following:o Detectiveo Field Training Officero Canine Officero Traffic Officero Other high priority assignmento 5% (1) assignmento 7.5% (2) assignments• Court Subpoena Pay and Call Back Pay (minimum of 3 hours of Over Time)• Standby Pay• 14 paid Holidays• Education Incentiveo 1.5% per month 30 unitso 2.5% per month 60 units or AA/AS (additional)o 1% per month 120 units or BA/BS (additional)• POST Incentive Payo POST Intermediate Certificate: 2.5% monthly base payo POST Advanced Certificate: 2.5% monthly base pay (additional)o POST Supervisor or Management Certificate: 1.5% monthly base pay (additional)• $100 per month Bilingual Pay• Uniform Allowance $90 per month.• Vacation Leave Accrual: Bi-weekly hrs Annual Hourso 0-5 years 3.69 96o 6 yrs 4 104o 7 yrs 4.31 112o 8 yrs 4.62 120o 9 yrs 4.92 128o 10 yrs 5.23 136o 11 yrs 5.54 144o 12 yrs 5.85 152o 13 yrs 6.15 160o 14 yrs 6.46 168o 15 plus yrs 6.77 176• Sick Leave Accrual: 3.69 hours bi-weekly, 96 hours annually• Longevity Payo 4% after 5 years of serviceo 6% after 10 years of serviceo 8% after 15 years of serviceo 10% after 20 + years of service• Shift Differential• 100% Employer paid medical, dental, vision, and life benefits for employee• 50% of dependent health coverage• Life Insurance o Annual base salaryo Minimum $50,000o Maximum $150,000• $125 per month cafeteria pay for employees without dependent health coverage• 3% Wage increase FY 24/25• Cal-PERS retirement:o Classic Members pay 2% of employee contributions for a 2% @ 50 benefit.o PEPRA New Members pay 50% of normal cost, whichever is greater for a 2.7% at 57 benefit.