Police Officer

Police Officer

The City of Red Bluff offers a tiered hiring bonus to candidates that successfully complete the hiring process with a contract remaining in place requiring a four-year commitment to the Red Bluff Police Department. Bonus Tiers:

• 1 year of experience will receive $10,000
• 2-4 years of experience will receive $20,000
• 5-6 years of experience will receive $30,000
• 7+ years of experience will receive $40,000

With payment of the bonus in four installments:

• Upon hire.
• Upon successful completion of the field training program.
• Upon successful completion of probation (12 months).
• Upon completion of 24 months of service.

The top wage listed is contingent upon qualifying for certain incentives including educational, POST certification and longevity for years of service, which is transferable from other law enforcement agencies.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

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; utilize knowledge of laws and court procedures. Supervision Received: Works under the direct supervision of a Police Sergeant and/or Police Corporal; and under the general direction of the Police Captain who is the Operations Division Commander. Supervision Exercised: May monitor, train and direct other Officers or Community Services Officers as assigned.

• 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.
• Provides traffic control at vehicle accidents, special events or other emergencies.
• May be assigned to patrol on bicycle, horseback, motorcycle or on foot.
• May be assigned to specialty assignments including but not limited to: Student Resources Officer (SRO), Detective, Major Crimes, Traffic Officer, Problem Oriented Policing (POP) and K9 Officer.
• Working with software/computer systems, including mobile devices to maintain operations.
• Performs related duties as assigned.

Education, Experience & Licenses

Minimum Qualifications: Any combination of education and experience that would likely provide the required knowledge and abilities can be considered qualifying. A typical way to obtain the knowledge and abilities would be:

• Education: Successful completion of a California POST accredit Police Academy, a High School Diploma and/or GED. and possession of a California POST Basic Police Academy Certificate is required.
• Experience: One year experience in a law enforcement capacity as a sworn officer.

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.

Special Requirements:

• Within one year of appointment, apply for and receive a California P.O.S.T. Basic Certificate.
• Upon being hired the employee must successfully complete and pass the Red Bluff Police Department Field Training (FTO) program.
• Possession of a valid California Class C Drivers' License.

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 multiple vacancies In addition, the City of Red Bluff is establishing an eligibility list to fill future vacancies for a Police Officer, 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

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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.

Benefits

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 annually) 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