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Job Type: Full-time
Location: Kentfield & Indian Valley (Novato) - In Person, CA
Description
Priority Screening Date: September 26, 2022
Open Until Filled
All application materials must be received by the Priority Screening Date in order to be considered during the initial screening. Applications received after this date may be considered thereafter at the discretion of the College until the position is filled. This position performs its duties on both the Kentfield and Indian Valley (Novato) campuses, so if not already residing within the Bay Area, the successful candidate must be willing to relocate.

Due to COVID-19 applicants should be prepared that if selected to interview for a position at the College, all interviews will be held remotely.
College of Marin is dedicated to promoting an environment that attracts and retains talented, diverse, and equity-minded faculty and staff, and which challenges each of us to achieve at the highest level while contributing to the mission of the College. We value and support a culturally diverse and intellectually dynamic community to prepare our students for global citizenship. Similarly, the College's commitment to creating equitable educational outcomes recognizes the historical and systemic disparities in opportunity and outcomes faced particularly by Black/African American and other students of color. Police officers must work collaboratively to identify equitable practices and work to actively address those disparities.
The Marin Community College District Police Department is looking for qualified candidates that are dedicated to providing professional law enforcement services in a unique College environment. The safety and well being of our students, faculty, staff and visitors is our number one priority. As members of the college community we support student success by sharing the responsibility of maintaining a safe and healthy learning environment. Department employees take pride in their work and relationships in the community they serve. The Police Department is dedicated to a community-oriented policing philosophy.
Why work in a College Police Department:

• When policing on a college campus, you have an opportunity to get to know the students, faculty, staff and community you serve.
• Officers are able to build positive relationships with students, faculty, staff and visitors, and these relationships allow the police department to be more effective.
• Officers get the opportunity to make a positive contribution to our college and surrounding community.
• Officers enjoy the opportunity to help transform the lives of our college students.

Diversity Statement
COM serves a county population of approximately 250,000 residents. Based on 2020 - 2021 credit enrollment data, the diversity of students at the college includes greater representation than the county with regards to enrollment by Hispanic/Latino (30% of enrollment), Asian (7%), Black/African American (3%), and Multi-racial (6%) students

College of Marin does not discriminate in employment on the basis of, or perception of, race, ethnic group identification, ancestry, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, physical disability, mental disability, gender, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, medical condition, pregnancy, genetic information, family and medical care leave, military or veteran status, or prior record of arrest or conviction, and is subject to Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 as amended, Civil Rights Act of 1991, Americans with abilities Act of 1990, and Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973. In accordance with Executive order 11246 (as amended), the College of Marin is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Position Overview
Under the direction of the Chief of Police, the Police Sergeant plans, supervises, assigns, reviews, and participates in the work of law enforcement staff involved in traffic and field patrol, investigations, crime prevention, community relations and related services and activities; oversees and participates in all work activities; coordinates activities with other agencies; and performs a variety of administrative and technical tasks relative to assigned areas of responsibility. The Police Sergeant is responsible for the efficient and effective operations for a designated shift and for partial leadership in the absence of the Chief of Police. The position ensures that work shifts are adequately staffed with police officers and support staff. Protects District property by carrying out pro-active programs and traditional law enforcement procedures; and enforces California Vehicle Code, State Penal Code, Education code and District regulations.
Essential Functions

• Plans, prioritizes, assigns, supervises, and reviews the work of sworn law enforcement staff involved in traffic and field patrol, investigations, crime prevention, community relations and related services and activities; supervises non-sworn staff as assigned.
• Supervises and participates in the work of Police Officers who are assigned specified duties. Guides, assists, and instructs officers in handling of non-routine cases.
• Briefs officers and deploys them to site assignments in accordance with the needs of the District.
• Supervises and evaluates the performance of assigned staff; interviews and participates in selecting employees; trains, counsels according to established policies and procedures.
• Supervises and participates in traffic incident and criminal investigations.
• Coordinates and supervises officer participation in training courses related to the work of the department or required by P.O.S.T.
• Receives and reviews crime, incident, and arrest reports. Ensures such reports are correctly and properly written and submitted the appropriate law enforcement or prosecuting agency in a timely manner.
• Prepares activity reports and reports on cases investigated, operates district vehicles.
• Prepares and reviews with campus and District administrators, periodic crime report summaries.
• Establishes standards, monitors performance, prepares and conducts performance evaluations, monitors remedial actions and employee development goals, and recommends commendations of Police Officers.
• Recommends and assists with implementation of goals and objectives for the department, implements duty schedules and methods for providing effective services, and implements District and department policies and procedures.
• Interviews prospective candidates and conducts background investigations for employment within the police department.
• Evaluates operations and activities, recommending and implementing improvements and modifications, preparing outcome-based reports.
• Contacts and cooperates with other law enforcement agencies in matters relating to interdepartmental relations and mutual aid support.
• Reviews and maintains department policies, regulations and operational procedures. Ensures that officers understand and perform in compliance with established policies, regulations, and procedures.
• Supervises training of new officers on district and departmental policies, procedures and activities. May serve as a training officer.
• Conducts regular and recurring inspection of personnel and equipment.
• Receives information or complaints in person at department headquarters, via email or by radio.
• Oversees a variety of record keeping activities of Public Safety Officers.
• Supervises and participates in the preparation of reports for various cases including cases going to trial; prepares supplemental reports as required; appears in court to present evidence and provide testimony as required.
• Provides leadership consistent with the mission and function of the District; understands the uniqueness of law enforcement in a collegial environment, and remains sensitive to the safety needs of students, faculty, and staff.
• Provides leadership and demonstrates by example a community policing model for this District, including participation in committees, shared governance, crime prevention and other problem-solving approaches to law enforcement in education.

Other Functions:

• Performs related duties as assigned; conducts special projects as assigned.

Requirements & Desirables
REQUIREMENTS

• High School diploma or equivalent supplemented by specialized, successful training in law enforcement by a recognized academy; and
• Three years of increasingly responsible experience in a P.O.S.T. law enforcement agency with one (1) year at the supervisory level or equivalent; and
• A combination of the education and law enforcement experience required to qualify for the Intermediate P.O.S.T. Certificate; and
• Possession of a California P.O.S.T. Intermediate Certificate and agree to complete all requirements to obtain the P.O.S.T. Supervisory Certificate within 12 months from the appointment to the position; and
• Possession of, or ability to obtain, an appropriate, valid driver's license; and
• Possession of current First Aid and CPR cards; and
• Demonstrated sensitivity to and an understanding of the diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural and ethnic backgrounds, disabilities and learning styles of community college students and staff.

DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS

• Experience in supervising other sworn and civilian police personnel
• Experience in a Community-Oriented Policing Environment
  • Commitment to and training in Implicit and Unconscious Police Bias, which includes:
    • an awareness of police officers' own internally held bias' and prejudices;
    • harmful racial and other stereotypes that are pervasive in society;
    • methods and tools to act in an operational capacity in a non-biased way.
  • Experience interacting with a diverse community, establishing a sense of personal safety and promoting the public trust throughout the community. Patrols may include a mixture of vehicular, bike, foot, or stationary assignments. Integrate professional knowledge and duties with the culture of the academic environment to accomplish department goals and objectives.
  • Experience facilitating programs, meetings, and other community activities or projects in support of department's mission and safety awareness for the campus community.
  • Dedication to promoting a positive work environment. Is creative and innovative in suggesting crime prevention and other educational presentations and participate in community events that encourage the same.
• Maintain rapport with students, faculty, staff, and representatives of local law enforcement agencies.
• Communicates effectively with students, in a multi-ethnic setting, and can interact effectively both formally and informally with faculty, staff, outside agency personnel and the general public.

PHYSICAL/OTHER REQUIREMENTS

• Occasionally work near moving mechanical parts; in high precarious places; and is occasionally exposed to wet and/or humid conditions, fumes, or airborne particles, toxic or caustic chemicals, extreme cold, extreme heat and vibration. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.
• Physical Activities: Climbing, balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, crawling, reaching, standing, walking, pushing, pulling, lifting, finger dexterity, grasping, feeling, talking, hearing, smell, repetitive motions. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move more than 50 pounds.

KNOWLEDGE & ABILITIES
KNOWLEDGE OF:

• Principles, methods, techniques and strategies pertaining to a comprehensive community college district safety, security and police services operation.
• Legal mandates, policies, regulations and operating procedures related to community college safety, security and police services.
• Practices, procedures, techniques and strategies for determining operational effectiveness.
• Police Services operational safety standards and law enforcement standards of conduct and ethics.
• Principles and practices of disaster and emergency response.
• Police science practices and principles, including: the laws of arrest, search and seizure; theory and practice of police supervision and management, fundamentals of police science; rules of evidence; vehicle code and traffic control; court procedures and appropriate safety precautions and procedures.

ABILITY TO:

• Understanding of, sensitivity to, and respect for the diverse academic, socio-economic, ethnic, cultural, disability, religious background and sexual orientation of community college students, faculty and staff.
• Perform all of the duties of the position effectively and efficiently with minimal supervision.
• Utilize all of the tools and equipment of the position in a safe and responsible manner.
• Analyze situations quickly and objectively and determine and take effective action.
• Use appropriate defense measures to protect self or others in adverse situations.
• Requires the ability to meet standards of physical stature, endurance and agility established by the District.
• Maintain two-way radio communication with local police authorities, dispatch, and administrators.
• Operate a computer and assigned office equipment.
• Communicate effectively both orally and in writing
• Must be able to administer first aid in emergency situations.
• Communicate effectively with students, in a multi-ethnic setting and to interact both formally and informally with District staff, outside agency personnel and the general public.
• Human relation skills to resolve confrontation, affect behavior of others, facilitate small group processes, supervise the work of others and review performance, and convey a positive image of the organization.

CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT
Prior to employment, the selected police candidate will be required to complete the following:

• Pre-employment Background
• Pre-employment Medical Exam
• Pre-employment Psychological Exam
• Pre-employment Polygraph Exam
• Criminal Justice/Fingerprinting
• COVID-19 Vaccination Status: All employees new to the District who access campuses or other District facilities, and/or participate in off-site work in-person for the District, must be fully vaccinated against COVID-19, prior to employment unless approved as exempt due to verified medical or religious reasons (as defined in federal or state laws and regulations).
• California Education Code, Section 87408.6 requires persons employed by a community college in an academic or classified position to submit to a TB risk assessment developed by CDPH and CTCA and, if risk factors are present, an examination to determine that he or she is free of infectious TB; initially upon hire and every four years thereafter.
• In accordance with Federal Law all employees must provide proof of eligibility to work in the United States.
• DISASTER SERVICE WORKERS: All Marin Community College District (MCCD) employees are designated Disaster Service Workers through state and local law (California Government Code Section 3100-3109). Employment with the MCCD requires the affirmation of a loyalty oath to this effect. Employees are required to complete all Disaster Service Worker-related training as assigned, and to return to work as ordered in the event of an emergency. For more information, please see the MCCD Emergency Operations Plan.
• Candidates applying for positions with the Marin Community College District may be disqualified from consideration should their conviction history not meet the standards established under the California Education Code.

REQUIRED APPLICATION DOCUMENTS
The following documents must be attached to your application in order to render it complete. Use the Attachment Type indicated in parentheses when making your attachments.

• Cover Letter (cover letter)
• Resume (resume)
• Copy of Basic P.O.S.T. Certificate (other)
• Copies of additional P.O.S.T certificates such as Advanced and Supervisory certificates (other)
• Copy of current CPR/First Aid Certification - if not included in P.O.S.T. training (other)
  • Or ability to obtain or renew certification before hiring
• STATEMENT: Please provide a response to the following prompt (one page maximum; other) and attach it to your application:College of Marin's commitment to educational excellence is rooted in providing equitable opportunities and fostering success for all members of our diverse community. As a College of Marin police officer, how would you contribute to a culture of inclusion and campus diversity, especially in light of the current national consciousness around issues of racial profiling within law enforcement?

Do not attach a copy of your CA driver's license; this would be required upon designation as a finalist for the position.
Supplemental & Salary Information
CLASSIFICATION CATEGORY
Employees in this position classification are considered Supervisory employees and are not represented by a bargaining agreement. Supervisory employees are members of the California Public Employees Retirement System (CalPERS), to which the member contributes up to 12.25% of their reportable compensation on a monthly basis.
SALARY INFORMATION
FLSA Status: Exempt
Salary Range: S2
Starting Salary Range: $8,117 - $8,957/monthly (Step 1 - 3). Normal entering step is step 1.
Please refer to our Human Resources web site for salary schedules.
SELECTION PROCESS
Applications must include the documents listed in the Required Documents section to be rendered complete; incomplete applications will not be accepted. Screening will begin after the priority screening date. Applicants selected to interview will be contacted to schedule an interview appointment with the screening committee; however, applicants will be notified of their status, either way, following the screening. Candidates forwarded by the committee following the first interview may be invited for a second interview. Regrettably, College of Marin is not able to offer reimbursement for travel to interviews at this time.
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