Police Officer (Lateral)

Salary : $92,876.00 - $126,581.00 Annually

Location : Rocklin Police Department, CA

Job Type : Regular Full-Time

Job Number : 2024-00007

Department : Police Department

Opening Date : 10 / 16 / 2024

Description

To learn more about becoming a Police Officer with the City of Rocklin, visit

This recruitment is open on a continuous basis. The bulletin may be closed at any time.

Please note : This recruitment is for the purpose of developing an eligibility list to fill future vacancies.

THE POSITION

Under general supervision, performs law enforcement and crime prevention duties involved in the protection of life and property; performs traffic control and enforces state and local traffic regulations; performs a variety of technical and administrative tasks in support of law enforcement services and activities; and performs related duties as assigned.

SUPERVISION RECEIVED AND EXERCISED

Receives general supervision from assigned supervisory staff. May receive technical and functional direction from an assigned Field Training Officer. May provide technical and functional direction to other officers as assigned.

CLASS CHARACTERISTICS

This is the sworn, journey-level classification in the Police Officer class series with full arrest and citation powers under California Penal Code. Incumbents are expected to perform the full range of duties assigned with only occasional instruction or assistance as new or unusual situations arise.

This classification is distinguished from Police Officer Trainee in that the latter is the non-sworn, entry-level classification responsible for learning and becoming proficient in the understanding of law enforcement while attending a police training academy.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES

Duties may include, but are not limited to the following :

• Assumes responsibility for the preservation of the public peace and the protection of life and property by preventing crime and enforcing all laws.
• Patrols an assigned area in an automobile, other vehicle, or on foot for the purpose of preventing criminal activity and enforcing traffic laws and regulations; issues citations and makes arrests as necessary; responds to calls for protection of life and property and performs enforcement duties.
• Conducts interviews with victims, complainants, witnesses, and suspects; searches crime scenes for evidence; collects, packages, and preserves evidence; testifies in court.
• Detects, pursues, apprehends, and arrests or detains persons involved in crimes or misconduct; confronts and arrests violent combative subjects; books and transports prisoners; serves warrants and subpoenas.
• Conducts preliminary or follow-up investigations; prepares reports on arrests made, activities performed, and unusual incidents observed.
• Directs traffic and / or performs crowd control during special events and in emergency situations.

QUALIFICATIONS

Education and Experience

A combination of education and experience which would provide the required knowledge and abilities is qualifying. Note : education may not fully substitute for the required experience unless expressly stated herein.

Current employment as a full-time, sworn peace officer in another state AND one (1) year of full-time experience as a sworn law enforcement officer AND possess a Basic Course Waiver from the California Commission on Peace Officer Standards and Training (POST).

Licenses and Certifications

SPECIAL INSTRUCTIONS

The City of Rocklin is an Equal Opportunity Employer and encourages applicants from diverse backgrounds to apply.

We offer a complete benefits package to full-time employees including health care, dental, vision, retirement, deferred compensation plans, flexible spending accounts, life insurance, long-term disability, holidays, vacation, and sick leave.

M e di c al A variety of plans are offered through CalPERS. The City contributes up to $1,200 per month to active employees, and the employee pays the difference.

Den t al and Visi o n

City-paid for employee and dependents.

Flex Credit The City shall provide each employee with a flex credit of $3,600 per fiscal year for any benefit covered under the Cafeteria Plan. The flex credit is prorated and paid over 24 benefit pay periods.

Health Coverage Reduction Incentive Employees who decline health coverage may receive incentive pay of up to $250 per month.

Le a v e A cc r u al s

Sick Leave :

56 hours first year, up to 72 hours based upon years of service

Upon separation with ten (10) years or more, a portion of sick leave can be cashed out and / or converted to retirement credit.

Vacation :

234 hours first year, up to 298 hours based upon years of service

Spceial Holiday Pay :

An employee working a regularly scheduled shift on the following holidays shall be compensated at double time.

New Year's Day

Independence Day

Thanksgiving Day

Christmas Day

An employee working overtime on any one of the above holidays, scheduled or non-scheduled, will be compensated at double time and one-half for all overtime hours worked.

Re t ir e men t - Cal P E R S

Classic Members - 3.0% @ 50

PEPRA Members - 2.7% @ 57

Deferre d C o m p ens at i o n

Rocklin offers an optional 457 plan for employee participation.

Sworn Employees : Classic & PEPRA =

Up to $100 per month, City match

PEPRA Members =

200 per month, non-matching

Insurance

Life Insurance and AD&D :

City paid $50,000 (Life and Accidental Death & Dismemberment Insurance)

Tuition Reimbursement

1,050 per calendar year maximum.

Other Specialty Pays

Education Incentive :

This incentive is non-cumulative and is paid at the highest rate for which an employee is qualified.

Completion of 60 college units (40 units must be job-related) =

65 per month

EMD Certificate =

75 per month

Associate's Degree (any major) =

75 per month

Intermediate POST =

175 per month

Dispatcher Intermediate POST =

175 per month

BA / BS (any major) =

150 per month

Advanced POST =

225 per motnh

Dispatcher Advanced POST =

225 per month

BA / BS Advanced POST (Sworn and Dispatchers) =

275 per month

Uniform Allowance : 36.54 per pay period

Health & Wellness

Free chair massages offered monthly, gardening and book clubs, and employee discounts.

To learn more details, visit our benefits page at :

Are you at least 21 years of age?

Are you currently employed as a full-time, sworn peace officer in a California POST participating law enforcement department or agency OR currently employed as a full-time, sworn peace officer in another state?

Do you have at least one (1) year of full-time experience as a sworn law enforcement officer in a California POST participating law enforcement department or agency OR at least one (1) year of full-time experience as a sworn law enforcement officer in another state?

Do you possess a POST Basic Certificate or a Basic Course Waiver from the California Commission on Peace Officer Standards and Training (POST)? If yes, please submit a copy of your certificate or waiver.

Do you have 30 college-level semester units from a regionally accredited educational institution (in addition to those earned at the Academy)? If yes, please submit a college transcript or college degree.

Required Question

Salary : $92,876 - $126,581