Lateral Police Officer

The City of Beverly Hills is offering $20,000 Signing Bonus 

for qualified lateral police officers.

Lateral Police Officer must have a minimum of one year of satisfactory full-time employment as a sworn officer in a Municipal, County or State Police Department within the State of California. Possession of a valid California Basic P.O.S.T. certificate is required. 

Who We Are
 The City of Beverly Hills has a long-standing reputation for providing superior customer service to residents, businesses, and visitors. This characteristic, combined with outstanding staff in all departments, has been a hallmark of success for this high performance organization. The municipal government (approximately 1,000 full-time and part-time employees) provides the highest quality safety services, recreational, municipal services, and physical environment.
 
 What We Do
 The Beverly Hills Police Department is responsible for safeguarding the lives and property of City residents. The department is a leader in early response times and its dedicated officers work with the community to keep neighborhoods problem-free. The BHPD values its reputation as an agency that earns the public's trust through efficient, impartial police service.

What We're Looking for
The City of Beverly Hills Police Department is seeking highly motivated and qualified candidates for the position of Lateral Police Officer. The lateral Police Officer perform duties to protect life and property within the city. Maintains law and order and respond to emergency calls. May patrol the city enforcing the criminal and traffic laws of the city, state and nation. Performs background investigations, or perform training duties.

DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS
This is the full working class in law enforcement.  Incumbents appointed to this class may not have related work experience but will possess law enforcement training.  Initially, incumbents will be assigned to patrol and work under close supervision, performing the more routine duties assigned to positions in this class.  However, as experience is gained, incumbents are expected to perform the full range of duties as assigned with increasing independence.   Special assignments in police-related functions (within or outside of patrol) may be available to experienced incumbents, depending on the needs of the department.  Appointment to a special assignment is at the discretion of the Police Chief.
 
The Police Officer is distinguished from the Police Sergeant in that the latter serves as the first line supervisor and has responsibility for the development, coordination, and evaluation of sworn personnel that are part of a work shift, division, or bureau.
 
SUPERVISION RECEIVED AND EXERCISED
 
Receives technical supervision from a Police Sergeant or higher level sworn classification.  May provide technical supervision to non-sworn personnel.
The Police Department has an Equal Employment Opportunity Plan (EEOP).  Applicants may obtain a copy of the BHPD's EEOP Short Form from the Personnel and Training Bureau Office, Police Department.

For detailed information regarding the recruitment & selection process, please access https://joinbhpd.org/ Duties may include, but are not limited to, the following:

1. Patrol assigned areas of the City by car, motorcycle, bicycle, or on foot to preserve law and order, discover and prevent commission of crimes, and to enforce traffic, criminal, and other laws and ordinances; maintain awareness of and remain alert for wanted persons, known criminals, stolen vehicles, missing persons, traffic violators, and crimes in progress; issue warnings and citations.
2. Respond to calls for the protection of life and property, the enforcement of traffic, criminal and other laws and ordinances, general public service calls, and complaints including those involving automobile accidents, traffic hazards, misdemeanor and felony crimes, domestic disturbances, health and safety code and local ordinance violations, civil complaints, and related incidents; respond to and provide assistance at a variety of public service type calls that are non-criminal in nature.
3. Conduct initial and follow-up investigations at scenes of incidents to which summoned or incidents observed; determine what crime, if any, has been committed; collect, preserve, process, photograph, and book evidence; locate and interview victims and witnesses; identify and interview persons suspected of criminal activity.
4. Prepare and serve search and arrest warrants; apprehend and arrest offenders for crimes committed under federal, state, and local laws and codes; control and mitigate people under the influence of drugs or alcohol or other potentially hostile situations.
5. Direct traffic at fires, special events, and other emergency situations; provide traffic and crowd control at parades, festivals, riots, and other events.
6. Serve as a liaison and public relations officer for the assigned area; establish and preserve good relationships with the general public; may develop reliable informants and provide intelligence information to divisional and/or departmental personnel.
7. Contact and cooperate with other law enforcement agencies in matters relating to the apprehension of offenders and the investigation of offenses; may respond to requests for assistance from agencies outside the City for mutual aid requests.
8. Perform a variety of administrative and other types of duties in support of law enforcement services, programs, and activities; attend meetings; maintain and calibrate specialized equipment.
9. Prepare a variety of reports including those on shift activities, operations, crime and incidents, arrests made, and unusual incidents observed; prepare investigative reports and log case update information.
10. Testify in juvenile, civil, traffic, municipal, and criminal courts, and parole and DMV hearings; prepare and present evidence; respond to mandatory court calls during irregular hours.
11. Assume responsibility for the care and custody of detained adults and juveniles, assist in receiving, searching, booking, fingerprinting, and transporting inmates.
12. Conduct property and building checks for burglary and other criminal activity.
13. Administer CPR, NARCAN, and first aid in cases of medical emergencies.
14. Conduct chemical, drug, and alcohol testing of persons for impairment.
15. Respond to questions, concerns, and requests for service from the general public; answer questions from the public concerning local and state laws, procedures, and activities of the department; provide information as appropriate and resolve complaints.
16. Develop and maintain positive relations with residents, business owners, schools, and other members of the community; conduct community outreach and attend public meetings, events, and functions to build trust and strengthen relations; and work collaboratively with the community to address community concerns. 
17. Stay abreast of changes in the Department’s Policy and Procedures Manual; assure performance of assigned duties reflect adherence to the Manual.
18. Participate in continuous training to develop, maintain, and enhance law enforcement skills and maintain required certificates.
19. Depending on departmental needs, may serve in a special assignment.  Examples of special assignments include, but are not limited to the following: Motor Officer, Detective, School Resource Officer, Canine Handler, Traffic Officer, Community Relations Officer, Field Training Officer, etc.
20. Perform related duties as assigned. 

Experience and Training
 
Any combination of experience and training that would provide the required knowledge and abilities is qualifying.  Listed below are examples of ways in which the required knowledge and abilities could be obtained:
 
Experience:
 
None required.
 
Training:
 
Graduation from a California POST-certified Basic Academy within the last 3 years and the training specified in one of the tracks listed below:
 

1. Associate’s degree from an accredited college.
2. At least 45 semester units (or equivalent quarter units) from an accredited college at the time of testing OR at least 36 semester units (or 54 quarter units) from an accredited college at the time of application.  If hired, incumbent must commit to obtain an Associate’s degree OR complete at least 60 semester units (or 90 quarter units) no later than one year following the end of the probationary period.

 
Notes:

• College credits earned while attending the Police Academy may be applied toward the 60-semester unit requirement.  (Must provide unofficial transcripts)
• Candidates may be credited with 36 semester credits for a minimum of 4 years of active duty in the U.S. Armed Services (Army, Navy, Air Force, Marines, and Coast Guard) after an Honorable Discharge.  (Must provide Form DD214)

License and Certificate
 
Possession of a valid California driver's license and satisfactory driving record.
 
Possession of First Aid and CPR certificates.
 
Possession of Penal Code 832 Arrest and Firearms Training certificate.
 
Possession of, or ability to obtain, Basic Peace Officer Standards and Training (POST) certificate upon completion of probation, but no later than 24 months after appointment.
 
Must meet any other criteria mandated by the California Peace Officer Standards and Training Commission (POST).

Other Requirements
 
Must be a citizen of the United States of America, or a lawful permanent resident, at the time of application.
Must be 21 years of age at the time of appointment.
Must be able to meet physical standards.
Must meet psychological and background standards that reflect the following: 

• Must be found to be free from any physical, emotional, or mental condition, including bias against race or ethnicity, gender, nationality, religion, disability, or sexual orientation that might adversely affect the exercise of the powers of a peace officer.
• Must be of good moral character, as determined by a thorough background investigation. 

Must be able to obtain required P.O.S.T. certification and maintain firearms qualification.
Must be willing to work irregular hours including days, evenings, nights, weekends, holidays, and over-time as needed.
Must be available for call-back and automatic return to work with a reasonable response time (within the amount of time as if traveling from residence) during off-duty hours for major emergencies, disasters, critical incidents, and as otherwise required.

Conclusion
 Verification: Applicants may be required to submit verification of qualifying education and experience at any point during the recruitment and selection process. Note: Falsifying one's education, training, or work experience or attempted deception on the application may result in disqualification for this and future job opportunities with the City of Beverly Hills.
 
 Disaster Service Workers
 All City of Beverly Hills employees are designated Disaster Service Workers through state and local law (California Government Code Section 3100-3109). Employment with the City 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.
 

Knowledge of:
-Organization and operations of a Police Department.
-Pertinent federal, state, and local laws, codes, and regulations including laws governing the apprehension, arrest, and custody of person accused of felonies, misdemeanors, and infractions.
-Modern methods, procedures, and techniques used in providing the full range of law enforcement and crime prevention services and activities including investigation and identification, patrol, traffic control, juvenile procedures, record keeping, search and seizure, care and custody of persons and property, emergency management and the Incident Command System, terrorism and hazard material awareness, and crime prevention.
-Care, maintenance, and operation of firearms and other modern police equipment.
-Principles and practices of data collection and analysis.
-Methods and techniques of report preparation and writing including English usage, spelling, grammar, and punctuation.
-Principles and practices used in crime scene management, forensics, the identification, collection, preservation, and presentation of evidence.
-Techniques and applications of conflict resolution to include de-escalation, self-defense, and proper use of force.
-Methods and techniques used in interviewing witnesses, victims, or persons suspected of criminal activity.
-Investigative techniques, procedures, and sources of information.
-Principles and application of public relations to provide a high level of customer service.
-Standard broadcasting procedures of a police radio system.
-Office procedures, methods, and equipment including computers and applicable software applications.
-Occupational hazards and standard safety practices.
-Hazardous materials, emergency management, and the Incident Command System.

Ability to:
-Perform a wide range of law enforcement assignments while adhering to the Law Enforcement Code of Ethics.
-Support the Departments mission to provide professional and proactive services in partnership with the community.
-Support the Department’s vision that is dedicated to establishing the safest community through exceptional policing.
-Support the Department’s core values of courage, commitment, honor, integrity, and respect.
-Intermittently, review, and evaluate documents related to department operations; observe, identify, and problem solve field and office operations and procedures; understand, interpret, and explain department policies and procedures; explain operations and problem solve issues for the public and with staff.
-Interpret and explain law enforcement policies and procedures.
-Understand, interpret, apply, and enforce applicable federal, state, and local policies, laws, and regulations.
-Exercise initiative, courtesy, and function with a significant degree of independence.
-Gather, analyze, and evaluate facts and evidence and reach sound conclusions.
-Use sound judgment in recognizing scope of authority and in performance of duties; make decisions under pressure including life-threatening situations.
-Interview victims, complainants, witnesses, and persons suspected of criminal activity; conduct a variety of criminal and special investigations.
-Administer First Aid, NARCAN, and CPR.
-Utilize appropriate safety procedures and practices for assigned duties.
-Effectively use and qualify with law enforcement tools and weapons including firearms, batons, defensive tactics, and other safety equipment.
-Operate specialized law enforcement equipment including specialized police vehicles, radios, video systems, and radars.
-Operate office equipment including computers and applicable software applications.
Establish and maintain effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work.
-Work with various cultural and ethnic groups in a tactful and effective manner.
-Maintain regular attendance and adhere to prescribed work schedule to conduct job responsibilities.
 -Understand and carry out oral and written directions.
-Prepare clear and concise reports and routine correspondence.
-Ability to communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing.

Salary : $107,664 - $133,761