Police Officer

JOB DUTIES Cloverdale Police Officers are generalists responsible for all aspects of law enforcement from initial response to investigation and case closure. Community‑Based Policing activities are integrated into these traditional duties. Patrol an assigned area by car, bicycle, or on foot to observe, investigate, and report suspicious and hazardous conditions; apprehend and arrest law violators. Respond to routine and emergency calls for protection of persons and property, and for the enforcement of City ordinances and State laws. Investigate crimes, accidents, deaths, and disturbances; gather evidence; interview, question, and take statements from complainants, suspects, and witnesses; and complete case reports. QUALIFICATIONS ACADEMY GRADUATE : Successfully completed a California POST approved Basic Academy within the last three years. Selected candidates will be appointed as a Police Officer at the first step in the salary schedule. LATERAL ENTRY : Possess or be eligible to possess a California POST Basic Certificate. Currently or within the last twelve months, employed for a minimum of one year as a California Peace Officer as defined by Penal Code Section 830.1. Selected candidates may be appointed at a higher step in the salary schedule. EDUCATION : Graduation from high school or GED acceptable; desirable to have a minimum of 30 college credits. AGE : At least twenty‑one years old at time of appointment. WEIGHT: Proportional to height. VISUAL ACUITY: Uncorrected vision of 20/100 or better in both eyes; must be corrected to 20/20. Normal color vision. STRENGTH/AGILITY: Sufficient strength and agility necessary to perform the duties of a Police Officer. LICENSE: Valid Class 3 California Driver’s License at time of appointment. #J-18808-Ljbffr