Police Officer (Academy Graduate/Lateral Entry)

Organization The City of Coronado is accepting applications for the position of Police Officer. "To provide superior public safety services to enhance the quality of life for the community". Mission Statement Police Department Mission Statement. Why work for the City of Coronado? You have a meaningful career with a public agency that values its employees in a community that supports its Police Officers and the work they do to keep Coronado safe. Professionalism, Integrity, Teamwork, and Respect are the values at the core of our agency. We utilize our philosophy of community‑oriented policing to foster relationships and find solutions for problems in our community. Position Overview Coronado Police Officers perform general police work in the presentation of crime and the enforcement of law and order. Officers perform traffic enforcement control and carry special assignments in specialized phases of police and emergency work. Incumbents generally drive a police vehicle in carrying out duties but may be assigned to special details as needs arise. Police officers may be called upon to establish order in extreme conditions and in conditions of emergency. Ideal Candidate The ideal candidate will be a community service‑oriented individual with excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with an ability to exercise a high degree of discretion, trust, and confidence in performing skilled police work. The ideal candidate will also possess a strong ability to exercise considerable judgment and initiative to partner with the community to identify and resolve issues of concern and maintain peace, safety, and order. Minimum Requirements Lateral Entry Possession of a California Basic P.O.S.T. Certificate and have been employed as a sworn full-time Peace Officer in the state of California within two years from the date of the offer of employment. Successfully complete the P.O.S.T. requalification course if more than two years have passed since employed as a sworn full-time Peace Officer in the state of California. Out-of-state lateral applicants must possess a California P.O.S.T. Basic Course Waiver and have been employed as a sworn full-time Peace Officer within two years from the date of the offer of employment. Academy Graduates Applicants must be in the final phase of an Accredited P.O.S.T. Academy at the time of application. Candidates must have successfully completed the academy and possess an Academy P.O.S.T. Certificate prior to an offer of employment. Candidate Selection Process Application Review Copies of any CA P.O.S.T. certificates, P.O.S.T. Waivers, or Academy Graduation Certificates must be attached to your application for consideration. Applications will be reviewed on the basis of relevant education, training, and experience. Applicants who meet the minimum qualifications will be required to submit a Personal History Statement (PHS) and other required forms for review. Examination Process Applicants considered most qualified after the application review process will be invited to participate in the next phase of the process, which will consist of an oral panel interview (pass/fail). Candidates must obtain a score of 100% in all components of the examination in order to pass and be placed on the eligibility list. Polygraph Examination & Background Check Select candidates will be subject to successful completion of a polygraph examination and a thorough law enforcement background check conducted by a licensed background investigator prior to the final interview. Final Interview The final candidates will be invited to a final interview with the Chief of Police and, if successful, will be issued a conditional offer subject to the successful completion of a psychological examination and a medical exam, including a drug screen. Benefits The Coronado Police Department offers a rich benefit package, including voluntary retirement savings/deferred compensation, tuition reimbursement, group term life and short- and long-term disability coverage, an employee assistance program, and more. Pay Incentives Lateral Police Officer Bonus: $20,000 Police Academy Graduate Bonus: $10,000 Referral Bonus of $2,000 for referring a successful lateral police officer Annual Leave 144 Hours per Year: 0-5 Years of Service 192 Hours per Year: 5-10 Years of Service 216 Hours per Year: 10-19 Years of Service 232 Hours per Year: 20+ Years of Service Retirement Enrollment in the California Public Employees’ Retirement System (CalPERS) as follows: 2.7% @ 57 (PERRA Members), 3% @ 50 (Classic Members). Employees pay indicated percentages toward the retirement contribution. Other Benefits Deferred Compensation plan participation (ICMA-RC 457). Cafeteria Benefit Plan, including medical, dental, vision, supplemental life insurance, and ancillary benefits. Medical Enrollment Tier with monthly cafeteria allotments. Holiday premium of ½ regular rate for recognized holidays. Group term life insurance and AD&D up to $25,000, with supplemental options available. Employee Assistance Program (EAP) with free counseling visits. Tuition Reimbursement of $2,000 per year. Uniform Allowance of $1,250 annually. Shift Differential Pay: overlap shift 2.25%, night shift 3.25%. Longevity Pay: lump sum every five years, ranging from $1,000 to $3,000. Education Incentive Intermediate P.O.S.T – 5% of base pay. Advanced P.O.S.T – 5% of base pay. Equal Opportunity Employer The City of Coronado is an equal opportunity employer (EOE). Individuals with disabilities who will require a reasonable accommodation in order to participate in any portion of the examination process may voluntarily request the accommodation from the City five working days prior to the requested accommodation. Documentation of the need for the accommodation may be required upon receipt of the request. Mandated Reporter The person holding this position is considered a 'mandated reporter' under the California Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Act and is required to comply with the requirements set forth in the City’s Child Abuse and Neglect Training and Reporting policy as a condition of employment. A copy of the policy is provided upon request and at the time of pre-employment. Additional Information Supplemental Information: The City participates in E-Verify, and all new employees are required to submit verification of legal right to work in the United States. #J-18808-Ljbffr City of Coronado