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Police Officer - Lateral

City of Montclair
Montclair, CA Full Time
POSTED ON 3/31/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 4/30/2025

Military Veterans and College Grads may be entitled to up to $8,500 in additional hiring incentive

SPECIAL PAYS

The City of Montclair provides special pay incentives for eligible officers in addition to their base pay:

  • BASE SALARY INCREASE:  
  1. 4% of base pay effective July 1, 2024
  • SPECIAL ASSIGNMENT PAY:
  • Detective/ Narcotics:           4% of base pay
  • Field Training Officer:         2.5% of base pay
  • Motorcycle:                          2% of base pay
  • Special Enforcement:         2% of base pay
  • SPECIAL PAYS:
  • Longevity Pay:                      2.5% of base pay every five-years
  • Education Incentive:            $1,300 per fiscal year
  • Bilingual pay:                        $75, monthly
  • Uniform allowance:              $45, monthly

Under general supervision, patrols an assigned beat in the prevention of crime and enforcement of law and order; enforces state and local traffic regulations; investigates complaints; performs special assignments in the protection of life and property; and performs related duties as required.

Operates an automobile or motorcycle or walks in patrolling an assigned area for the prevention of crime and the enforcement of laws and regulations; responds to radio dispatches and telephone instructions and appears at scenes of disorder or crime; notes and reports traffic hazards; investigates and prepares reports on accidents, offenses and damages to property; gives directions and information; assists people in emergency situations; makes arrests; issues citations; gives verbal warnings; prepared reports on arrests and impounded property; directs traffic; intervenes in private and public disputes to protect the public and maintain order; appears in court; transports prisoners; investigates complaints; investigates suspicious actions or activities; writes case reports and logs activities; participates in training conferences and programs; makes public service presentations; assists in community relations programs; and accepts special assignments in police detective and investigation work, field training work, police dispatching, operation of photo lab and evidence room, and any other specific assignment directed by supervising police personnel.

 

ORGANIZATIONAL RESPONSIBILITIES


Police Officer is the entering level law enforcement class and reports directly to a Police Sergeant, Lieutenant, or Watch Commander.  This class may be given investigation, task force, or other special full-time or special assignments.

Knowledge of:  Good English usage; vocabulary and written communications; report-writing and record-keeping; and possess a high degree of general intelligence, verbal facility, memory, and adaptability.


Skills/Abilities to:  Learn laws of arrest and pertinent local, state, and other laws and codes; learn use and care of automobiles, motorcycles, and small firearms; observe and remember names, faces, numbers, incidents, and places; judge situations and persons accurately; learn radio and dispatching systems; learn investigative techniques; write clear, concise, and comprehensive reports; work cooperatively with other employees and the public; work effectively without supervision; understand and follow oral and written directions; and meet California Commission on Police Officer Standards and Training (P.O.S.T.) minimum standards.

 

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE


Graduation from High School or G.E.D. required. 


PHYSICAL DEMANDS

In the performance of daily activities, this position requires the ability to sit, stand, and walk for up to two hours at a time. Must be able to reach, grasp, twist, turn, bend, climb, stoop, kneel, squat, run, and jump. Requires the ability to operate a motor vehicle to visit various City sites; vision to read printed materials and see while working; and hearing and speech to communicate in person and over the telephone. Must be able to lift and pull heavy objects up to 165 pounds, and drag heavy objects up to 165 pounds. The position must be able to work outdoors in all weather conditions including cold, wet, and hot with extreme sun exposure. 

LICENSE


Possession of a valid California driver’s license and proof of insurability required.


Must be currently enrolled in, or hold a certificate of completion from a POST-certified Basic Academy, or currently employed as a Police Officer with a California law enforcement agency and possess a California POST Basic Certificate.  

SELECTION PROCESS

1.  A copy of your POST or Academy Certificate must be uploaded to your application

2.  POST PHYSICAL AGILITY: Candidates who are currently enrolled in a POST academy, or have graduated from a POST academy within six months are exempt from taking the agility. Candidates who are currently employed with a police agency, or who have graduated from a POST academy over six months will be required to pass the POST physical agility.

3.  ORAL INTERVIEW: Successful candidates will be required to participate in a standard in-person panel interview. Upon successful completion, candidates will be placed on an eligibility list for Police Officer.

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