Police Sergeant (Department Promotional)

Salary : $116,667.20 - $173,139.20 AnnuallyLocation : Oxnard 93030, CAJob Type : Full TimeJob Number : 14223-PD-2502-AADepartment : PoliceOpening Date : 02 / 13 / 2025Closing Date : 3 / 13 / 2025 5 : 00 PM Pacific DescriptionPlease Note : This Employment Opportunity is only open to current City of Oxnard Police Department Employees.Under direction, supervises, evaluates and participates in the work of sworn and non-sworn personnel responsible for activities in the Police Department.; ensures safe work practices, work quality and accuracy; maintains appropriate work records and serves as a technical resource for assigned personnel; performs related duties as required. DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS : The Police Sergeant is the supervisory level class responsible for directing an assigned area of responsibility. This classification is distinguished from the next lower classification of Police Corporal by the performance of supervisory responsibilities and technical expertise. SUPERVISION RECEIVED / EXERCISED : Direction is provided by the Police Commander. Exercises direct supervision over assigned sworn and non-sworn staff. Essential FunctionsInclude but are not limited to the following : Plans, coordinates, prioritizes, monitors and participates in the work of sworn personnel responsible for the protection of public health, safety and welfare and in the enforcement of applicable federal, state and local laws, codes and regulations.Assigns work to assigned non-sworn personnel; monitors work activities to ensure safe work practices, work quality and accuracy; ensures compliance to applicable rules, policies and procedures.Performs the more difficult and complex duties of the work unit including coordinating on-scene investigation of major crimes and critical incidents.Participates in the development of policies and procedures; recommends programs, projects and work assignments to higher level Police personnel.Develops schedules and methods for performing assigned duties; maintains appropriate work records and documents which may include time sheets, work orders; prepares statistical and / or analytical reports on operations as necessary.Participates in the selection and training of sworn and non-sworn personnel; assumes responsibility for motivating and evaluating assigned personnel; provides necessary training; initiates discipline procedures as is appropriate.Develops and conducts training programs.Accepts and investigates complaints related to employee misconduct.Provides administrative assistance to a Police Commander or division head.Completes and presents research and staff assignments as required, communicating clearly and concisely, orally and in writing.Participate in organizational and community group meetings; responds to questions and inquiries. Minimum QualificationsThe following are minimum qualifications necessary for entry into the classification : Education and / or Experience : Possess the equivalent of six (6) years Police Officer experience, with at least one (1) year on the Oxnard Police Department, and having attained the rank of Police Corporal with the Oxnard Police Department.Associate of Arts / Science degree or the completion of 60 semester units from an accredited college or university. (Must be attached to your application) License, Certificate and Other Requirements : Possession of, or the ability to obtain, a valid class C California driver's license.Possession of an Advanced Certificate from the California Commission on Peace Officer Standards and Training (P.O.S.T.). (Must be attached to your application) Current City of Oxnard Police Department EmployeeOther : Must have an overall "Successful Performance" rating on all performance evaluations for the past two (2) years. No disciplinary action greater than a LOR in the past two (2) years. General InformationThe selected candidate must pass a thorough background investigation.UNION MEMBERSHIP : Positions in this classification are represented by Oxnard Peace Officers Association (OPOA). APPLICATION PROCESS : (subject to change)March 13, 2025, 1700 hrs. : Deadline to submit NEOGOV / GovernmentJobs on-line application and 10 copies of your resume to Commander Edgar Fernandez.March 18, 2025 : Written-testMarch 19, 2025 : Written supplemental Week of March 24th, 2025 : Oral InterviewsWeek of April 31st, 2025 : AC Interviews Your application may be rejected as incomplete if you do not include the relevant information in the online application and include the information only on the resume. Applications and / or Supplemental Questionnaires that state "see my resume" or "see my personnel file" are considered incomplete and will not be accepted. Cover letters and / or optional resumes are not accepted in lieu of a completed application.The list of qualified candidates established from this recruitment may be used to fill other full-time, part-time, and temporary assignments. This recruitment is being used to establish an active eligibility list. NOTE : For most positions, the City of Oxnard relies on office automation (Microsoft Office) and web-based enabled tools, therefore candidates must be proficient and comfortable with computer use to perform functions associated with on-going work.Regular and reliable attendance, effective communication skills, and development of effective working relationships are requirements of all positions.City staff may be required to play an active role in the event of an emergency, which may include changes in responsibilities and working hours. This position requires a twelve (12) month probationary period.Pursuant to California Government Code Section 3100, all public employees are required to serve as disaster service workers subject to such disaster service activities as may be assigned to them.EQUAL OPPORTUNITY : The City of Oxnard is an Equal Opportunity Employer and welcomes applications from all qualified applicants. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital status, medical condition, disability or sexual orientation. REASONABLE ACCOMMODATION : The City of Oxnard makes reasonable accommodations for individuals / people with disabilities. If you believe you require special arrangements to participate in the testing process, you must inform the Human Resources Department in writing no later than the filing date. Applicants who request such accommodation must document their request with an explanation of the type and extent of accommodation required. LEGAL REQUIREMENT : On the first day of employment, new employees must provide proof of citizenship or documentation of legal right to work in the United States in compliance with the Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986, as amended. The City participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S. If E-Verify cannot confirm that you are authorized to work, this employer is required to give you written instructions and an opportunity to contact Department of Homeland Security (DHS) or Social Security Administration (SSA) so you can begin to resolve the issue before the employer can take any action against you, including terminating your employment. Employers can only use E-Verify once you have accepted a job offer and completed the Form I-9. For more information on E-Verify, please contact DHS. 888-897-7781 dhs.gov / e-verifyFor questions, please contact : Annette Adams at annette.adams@oxnard.org NOTE : The provisions of this bulletin do not constitute an expressed or implied contract. Any provision contained in this bulletin may be modified or revoked without notice.Retirement Contributions : Upon retirement, for "safety" employees, the City's contract with CalPERS offers a defined benefit plan based on a formula of 3% at age 50 for "classic" members and 2.7% at age 57 for "new members". Upon retirement for "miscellaneous" employees, the City's contract with CalPERS offers a defined benefit plan based on the formula of 2.0% at age 55 for "classic" members and 2.0% at age 62 for "new members". The City of Oxnard does not participate in social security.Annual Accrual Rates : Full time employees accrue annual leave at a rate of 10.11 - 14.75 hours per pay period based on years of service.Deferred Compensation : The City contributes 1% to a deferred compensation program.Bilingual Pay : A regular full time employee may receive bilingual pay at the rate of $125.00 bi-weekly for Spanish speaking and $62.50 bi-weekly for bilingual services in a designated language other than English or Spanish to the extent the employee is required to provide bilingual services determined by the City Manager or designee.Health and Dental : Employees can choose from a variety of medical plans provided by the City. The City's contribution to medical coverage is outlined below : Level One - For employees hired before January 1, 2023, the City contributes $1,543.00 per month toward medical insurance premiums and an additional $74.21 per month toward dental insurance premiums. Employees will receive cash back if the medical plan they choose is less than the City's monthly contribution of $1,543.00 per month. Employees who waive medical insurance will receive cash back in the amount $1,243.00 per month provided they provide proof of other qualifying coverage. Any unused dental premium monies are paid to the employee. If employees hired prior to January 1, 2023 make any changes to their health plan, they will be placed in level two. Level Two - For employees hired on or after January 1, 2023, the City will contribute $1,956.00 towards medical insurance premiums with no cash back. Employees who waive medical insurance will receive $500.00 per month cash back provided they show proof of other qualifying coverage. The City will continue to provide $74.21 per month towards dental insurance.Life Insurance : City employees receive Basic Life Coverage and have the option to purchase additional insurance.Tuition Reimbursement : Full-time employees are eligible for 100% reimbursement of the costs of tuition, registration fees, laboratory fees, and books to a maximum of $200 per fiscal year for work related coursework.Retiree Medical Trust : All members of the bargaining unit participate in a Retiree Medical Trust benefit. Eligibility requirements must be met to receive benefits.

Salary : $116,667 - $173,139