What are the responsibilities and job description for the Police Officer position at City of Red Bluff, CA?

Salary : $69,200.82 - $107,416.92 Annually

Location : Red Bluff, CA

Job Type : Full-Time

Job Number : 20210001

Department : Police

Opening Date : 11 / 30 / 2023

Closing Date : Continuous

Description

40,000 HIRING BONUS

Hiring Bonus being offered is for successful candidates that complete the hiring process. Bonus to be paid out in 4 installments over a 24-month period and requires a 4-year commitment to the agency.

The top wage listed is contingent upon qualifying for certain incentives including educational, POST certification and longevity for years of service, which is transferable as a POST certified peace officer from other agencies.

Perform all classes of law enforcement work. Duties include, but are not limited to, performing general police work in the prevention of crime and the enforcement of law and order; to carry out special assignments in a particular phase of police work; and to do related work as required. Enforce State and Local laws; issue citations; make arrests; testify in court; knowledge of laws and court procedures.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

Patrols the City in radio equipped car, answers calls for the protection of life and property and the enforcement of City, County and State laws; may conduct both preliminary and follow-up investigations of disturbances, prowlers, burglaries, thefts, holdups, vehicle accidents, death and other criminal incidents; makes arrests as necessary; interviews victims, complainants, witnesses and suspects; gathers and preserves evidence; testifies and presents evidence in court; administers first aid; contacts and cooperates with other law enforcement agencies in matters relating to the investigation of crimes and the apprehension of offenders; prepares reports of arrests made, investigations conducted and unusual incidents observed; serves warrants and subpoenas; while on patrol, stops drivers who are operating vehicles in violation of laws; warns drivers against unlawful practices; issues citations and makes arrests as necessary; checks buildings for physical security; attends and polices special events and other emergency or congested situations; maintains contact with citizens regarding potential law enforcement problems and preserves good relationships with the general public; performs related duties as assigned. Provides traffic control at vehicle accidents, special events or other emergencies; may be assigned to patrol on bicycle, horseback, motorcycle or on foot.

Physical Demands : Physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. Employee is required to sit, stand, walk, use hands and fingers to handle or feel objects, tools or controls; reach with hands and arms; climb or balance; stoop, kneel or crouch.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to run, jump, push, pull, drive safely at high speeds and in adverse conditions, physically apprehends and subdues suspects.

Employees must occasionally lift and / or move up to 100 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision and depth perception, the ability to adjust focus, and be free from color blindness.

Work Environment : Work environment characteristics described herein are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Incumbents in this classification are required to work on a shift schedule, including weekends and holidays, which are subject to being changed on short notice.

Employee may at times work indoors for only 10% of the time and work outdoors for as much as 90% of the time (including time spent in a patrol car or other police vehicle). Employee goes from being seated in a docile position in their police cars or office to a highly energized position, and then return to a docile position. The job can be very fast paced and may require quick changes in pace within a short period of time.

While performing the duties of this job indoors, the work environment is generally in a temperature controlled office.

Employees regularly work outdoors at all times of day and in all weather conditions and are routinely exposed to hazardous situations that may result injury, death or use of deadly force on others.

Noise level in the work environment is usually moderate but the employee may occasionally be exposed to high level noises, including but not limited to, emergency vehicle sirens, gun fire, shouting and yelling.

Education, Experience & Licenses

Knowledge of :

Knowledge of principles and practices of department rules and regulations; criminal law; apprehension, arrest and custody of persons committing misdemeanors and felonies, including rules of evidence pertaining to search and seizure and the preservation of evidence; police methods and procedures related to patrol, philosophy of community oriented policing and problem solving, traffic control and investigation techniques; laws and court procedures; effective written and oral communications skills; police department accounting and budgeting procedures, City and Department policies, rules and regulations; and effective public relations skills.

Ability to :

Interact effectively with the public and other employees. Work and be responsible for an assigned area of responsibility; analyze situations and adopt effective courses of action; interpret and apply laws and regulations; prepare clear and concise reports; operate a police vehicle safely; properly use a police radio; effectively operate a variety of computers and computer related technologies; proper use and care of firearms and other protective equipment; communicate effectively, both orally and in writing; maintain positive, cooperative and effective relationships with other employees, supervisors and management.

Education :

Any combination of training and experience that provides the required knowledge, skills and abilities necessary for the position; typical education would include a high school diploma or equivalent; Candidates shall have met the minimum educational requirement for the position of police officer; successful completion of a California POST accredit Police Academy and a High School Diploma and / or GED. Desired education would include, but not be limited to, an Associate in Arts / Science Degree and / or Bachelor in Arts / Science degree. Other relevant education would be considered as well.

Experience :

Possession of a California POST Basic Police Academy Certificate.

Special Requirements :

Upon being hired the employee must successfully complete and pass the Red Bluff Police Department Field Training (FTO) program.

Selection Guidelines

The duties listed above are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work that may be performed. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related or a logical assignment to the position. The job description does not constitute an employment agreement between the employer and employee and is subject to change by the employer as the needs of the employer and requirements of the job change.

The department is currently recruiting for one (1) vacancy

In addition, the City of Red Bluff is establishing an eligibility list to fill future vacancies for a Police Corporal, as well as subsequent vacancies which occur during the life of the eligibility list.

Please submit ALL required documents when applying such as, copies of all required degrees and / or certifications as outlined in the job description. Incomplete applications will not be considered.

For questions about this recruitment contact :

Scott Garrison, HR Administrator

530-527-2605 Ext. 3051 | hr.redbluff@cityofredbluff.org

All final offers of employment are contingent upon successful completion of background, fingerprinting, drug test and physical examination provided by the City.

The City of Red Bluff is an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to age, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status.

NOTE : THESE BENEFITS DO NOT APPLY TO PART-TIME EMPLOYEES.

This position is covered by the Police Officers' Association bargaining unit.

The City offers a generous benefit package which includes :

5% salary step increases based upon satisfactory completion of first 6 months (Step A to B).

Annual 5% salary step increases based upon satisfactory completion of each full year (Steps B to F).

5% Longevity Steps at 5 & 10 years of service (includes commensurate years of service at other qualifying agencies).

Educational and POST Certificate incentives available.

Approximately 80% of the premiums for medical, dental and vision plans are paid by the City. These plans cover the employee and all eligible family members.

Life Insurance coverage up to $50,000 fully paid by the City.

A retirement plan through CalPERS.

A deferred compensation retirement savings plan is available to employees.

An Employee Assistance Program is provided to all employees and employees' family members at no cost.

Positions shall receive a uniform allowance of $38.46 ($1,000 annnually) for sworn officers and community service officers, $19.23 (500 annually) for communication dispatchers per bi-weekly pay period.

Benefits also include an annual paid leave plan of :

108 hours of vacation (increases upon continuous years of service, commensurate years of service at other qualifying agencies accepted).

96 hours of sick time.

14 paid holidays

Have you received or will receive within the next 6 months a California POST Basic Certificate or higher?

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