What are the responsibilities and job description for the Police Officer - Lateral (Experienced) position at City of Oceanside, CA?
Salary : $88,584.00 - $120,372.00 Annually
Location : City of Oceanside, CA
Job Type : Full Time
Job Number : 25-10
Department : Police
Opening Date : 07 / 18 / 2024
Closing Date : Continuous
Introduction
THE CITY OF OCEANSIDE IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
The City of Oceanside is accepting applications for current and future vacancies for the position of Police Officer - Lateral. This position will be assigned to the Patrol Division. Applications are being accepted on a continuous basis.
Applicants must be currently employed as a Peace / Police Officer and possess a California Basic POST certificate OR a California POST Waiver (Out of State Applicants only).
Are you interested in a career in law enforcement or looking to work for an organization and municipality that supports our Public Safety professionals? Look no further than the Oceanside Police Department. The City of Oceanside, CA (population 177,000) is a thriving beachfront community centrally located in the heart of the beautiful Southern California coastline. Located just 83 miles south of Los Angeles, Oceanside is among the region's best places to escape the hustle-and-bustle of crowded cities nearby. The City enjoys proximity to all major Southern California destinations, while maintaining its coastal beauty and autonomy.
With an authorized budget of 226 sworn and 84 professional staff members, the Oceanside Police Department handles approximately 110,000 calls for service each year. Our team is organized under the Chief's office and three divisions : Patrol, Support Operations and Investigations. Our motto, "Service with Pride," speaks to our focus on quality and efficient customer service. We are committed to public safety and to implementing innovative crime-prevention techniques to ensure a safe and healthy community.
To learn more about the Oceanside Police Department, please click
The City of Oceanside is a proud participant in the Veterans Affairs
On-the-Job / Apprenticeship Training Program.
LATERAL INCENTIVE
- 5,000 at time of hire
1,000 upon successful completion of probation.
2,000 anniversary payment - year 2
3,000 anniversary payment - year 3
4,000 anniversary payment - year 4
7,000 anniversary payment - year 5
Up front leave bank of 400 hours to be used as sick leave
Up front "other" leave bank of 80 hours to be used as vacation.
NOTE : If you have any questions regarding the process for this recruitment please contact the Human Resources Department at (760) 435-3506.
Examples of Duties
Police Officers patrol assigned areas by vehicle, bicycle or on foot to answer service calls for the protection of life and property. Duties include conducting investigations; directing traffic; making arrests; issuing citations; serving warrants and subpoenas; preparing reports; and working with the community to identify problems and solutions.
Minimum Qualifications
Applicants must possess : (1) a high school diploma or General Education Development (GED) certificate; (2) be a U.S. citizen; (3) possess an Active California Basic POST Certificate or a California POST Basic Course Waiver Certificate; and (4) be currently employed as a Peace / Police Officer.
Note : You must attach a copy of your California Basic POST Certificate (NOT your POST Academy Certificate) OR a copy of your California POST Basic Course Waiver (Out of State Applicants Only) certificate to the application.
OUT OF STATE APPLICANTS : If you are an out of state lateral, and you have not already obtained a POST waiver, you will need to do this prior to submitting your application. Please follow the link below for more information or to apply for a POST waiver :
If you do not attach the required certificate, your application will not be considered.
Special Requirements :
Applicants must : (1) Possess a valid Class C California Driver License; and (2) Successfully pass a thorough background investigation, a polygraph examination, pre-placement exam, a psychological evaluation, fingerprinting, and a medical examination which will include a pre-employment drug screening.
Working Conditions and Selection Process
Selection Process : The applicant selection process is divided into separate phases : pre-investigative questionnaire (PIQ), Initial Interview, and background process. Individuals must successfully complete each phase before advancing to the next. Candidates who successfully complete the examination process will be placed on the eligibility list and will remain eligible for employment consideration for a minimum of six months.
The Examination Process : All properly completed applications will be screened and the most appropriately qualified candidates will be invited to continue in the examination process. The examination process includes.
Initial Interview - With Police Department
Background Process
Candidates who are not selected in the PIQ process must wait one (1) year from the date of the initial PIQ appointment to re-submit application for testing and reconsideration.
RESUMES WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED IN LIEU OF COMPLETED APPLICATION FORMS BUT MAY BE ATTACHED.
CANDIDATES WHO REQUIRE A REASONABLE ACCOMMODATION IN THE SELECTION PROCESS SHOULD STATE THEIR NEEDS IN WRITING WHEN SUBMITTING AN APPLICATION.
THE PROVISIONS OF THIS BULLETIN DOES NOT CONSTITUTE AN EXPRESSED OR IMPLIED CONTRACT. ANY PROVISION CONTAINED IN THIS BULLETIN MAY BE MODIFIED OR REVOKED WITHOUT NOTICE.
CITY OF OCEANSIDE
Oceanside Police Officers' Association
Benefit Summary
The following is a highlight of benefits
Retirement
Public Employees' Retirement System (PERS)
Employer Paid Member Contribution included as Special Compensation
Third Level 1959 Survivor Credit
Survivor Continuation option
Additional Retirement Credit Purchase Options
Buy additional Military Service Credit
Health Insurance
Medical :Blue Shield HMO
Blue Shield PPO
Dental :
Delta Care USA (DHMO)
Vision :
Pre-Tax Benefits
Health benefits are offered on a pre-tax basis and employees cannot add or delete coverage or benefits unless a qualifying event has occurred.
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
The Anthem EAP is paid for by the City.
6 free confidential counseling visits per incident
Self-service support online or by phone
Life and Disability Insurances
The LIFE and AD&D Voya premiums are paid for by City.
Life and AD&D Insurance :
Long-Term Disability Insurance through California Law Enforcement Association : See association for plan benefits
Voluntary Benefits
Benefits are employee paid.
Supplemental Life Insurance through Voya :
Purchased up to a maximum $500,000 for employees
Spousal coverage up to the employee amount
Dependent coverage up to $10,000
Flexible Spending Accounts :
Health Care Spending Account - maximum annual deferral is $2,750
Dependent Care Spending Account - maximum annual deferral is $5,000
Deferred Compensation - 457 and Roth IRA through ICMA :
Roth IRA - Maximum post-taxed amount is $6,500; over age 50 may contribute an additional $1,000
Hyatt Legal
GotZoom Student Loan Relief
ScholarShare 529
Leave Benefits
Vacation :
All accurals are based on 80 hours in a paid status.
1 - 5 years : 3.58 hours
6 - 10 years : 5.12 hours
11 - 15 years : 6.65 hours
16 years : 8.19 hours
Maximum accrual :
300 hours for those hired 7 / 1 / 94 or after
Holidays :
A maximum of 56 hours of unused holiday credit will be paid out by the 2nd pay period in January or July
Sick Leave :
Accrual : 12 days per year
Max accrual : Unlimited
Annual Sick Leave Pay Off :
Each calendar year an employee may elect to receive a 25% payment in lieu of sick leave provided such employee has used 32 hours or less of sick leave during the calendar year.
Sick Leave pay off at separation :
Bereavement Leave :
Two additional days may be charged to sick leave upon approval
Tuition Reimbursement
2,000 per fiscal year
Bilingual Pay
1.73 per hour for eligible employees
Call Back Pay
Employees are eligible to receive callback pay when they are called back to work. The employee will receive time and one-half for the time actually worked or a minimum of 3 hours at overtime, whichever is greater.
Uniforms
The City will provide annual uniform allowance in the amount of $700.
Special Compensation
Canine - 4 to 6 hours of compensation will be paid at the regular rate for each week on assignment.
Field Training Officer - 3.4 hours of compensation will be paid at the regular rate for each shift on assignment.
SWAT - 5 hours of overtime compensation will be paid each month for physical and weapons training.
Shift Differential Pay
5% of base pay rate for employees assigned to eligible schedules.
P.O.S.T. Pay
Police Officers and Sergeants possessing a P.O.S.T. Certificate will receive a cash allowance as a percentage of their base pay rate accordingly :
Intermediate - 5%
Advanced - 7%
Police Sergeants : Intermediate - 4%
Advanced - 6%
Supervisory - 8%
Service Pay
Employees with continuous years of sworn service with the City of Oceanside will receive the below payment the first full paycheck in December of each year :
3,000 - twelve years
5,000 - twenty years
Court Pay
A minimum 3 hours pay at time and one-half will be paid if not on duty.
Term of Bargaining Agreement
Effective January 1, 2022 - December 31, 2023
This is a summary of available benefits. It is not intended to provide full details of all programs. The appropriate Memorandum of Understanding, Compensation Plan and / or Benefit Plan Documents will govern any discrepancies and provide program specifics.
Do you possess an Active California Basic POST Certificate (NOT your POST Academy Certificate) OR a California POST Basic Course Waiver Certificate?If YES, you MUST attach a copy to your application. If you do not attach it, your application will not be considered.
This information will be used to determine your eligibility to compete for this position. This information will be verified upon certification for employment consideration by the Oceanside Police Department and during the background investigation. NOTE : Before you complete this form, please read all the questions carefully. If your answer is "YES" to any of the following questions, you are not eligible for this position with the Oceanside Police Department. Have you ever been CONVICTED of a felony?
Are you currently serving probation for any crime (misdemeanor or felony)?
Have you ever been CONVICTED of Domestic Violence?
Do you have an Active Restraining Order?
If your answer is "NO" to any of the following questions, STOP, you are not eligible for a Police Officer Lateral position with the Oceanside Police Department.Are you currently employed as a Peace / Police Officer?
Do you possess a U.S. high school diploma or GED certificate?
Are you a citizen of the U.S., or lawfully admitted for permanent residence in the U.S. and in the process of becoming a United States citizen?
Are you willing to make California as your principal residence throughout employment as a law enforcement officer?
Are you willing to work overtime, varying shifts, weekends and holidays?
Are you willing to wear a uniform and comply with department grooming standards (hair shall be kept neat, clean, and well groomed, no beards, mustache trimmed, minimal jewelry, etc.)?
Do you understand that the following are employment conditions that are required throughout employment as a law enforcement officer and are you willing to comply? a) You are responsible for your own transportation to and from work.b) You must accept assignments to work at any location within the City, and travel in and out of the County on specific assignments.c) If justified by existing laws and department policies and procedures, law enforcement officers must be willing and able to use deadly force (i.e., handgun, etc.) to protect themselves and others.
If your answer is "Yes" to any of the following questions, you are not eligible for this position with the Oceanside Police Department. Have you ever used illegal drugs, other than marijuana, in the past five (5) years?
Have you used any hallucinogens (mushrooms, LSD, peyote, mescaline, etc.) in the past fifteen (15) years?
Have you ever sold any illegal substances, including steroids?
Have you ever injected any illegal substances, not including steroids?
CERTIFICATE OF APPLICANT : I certify that all statements and information provided in this application and any attachments are true, and I understand that any false or misleading statements or omissions of material facts may forfeit right to employment considerations by the City of Oceanside.
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Salary : $88,584 - $120,372