Police Officer

CITY OF MORGAN HILL POLICE OFFICER TRAINEE Salary: $10,774.67 - $14,439.09 Monthly* ($129,296.04 - $173,269.08 Annually*). Job Summary Under direct supervision of a Police Sergeant, the Police Officer provides all aspects of general law enforcement services to the community. Responsibilities include responding to emergencies, conducting patrols, investigating crimes, enforcing traffic laws, preventing crime, and performing other law‑enforcement duties as required. Duties Patrol a designated area in a radio vehicle to ensure the security of life and property. Answer emergency calls regarding law‑enforcement matters, enforce City, County or State laws and ordinances, or request assistance as required. Secure information from parties at an incident scene and follow through on investigations. Makes arrests and collects and preserves evidence at a crime scene. Maintain accurate records and write accurate and timely incident or crime reports. Work with other investigative and legal personnel and present evidence in court. Answer citizen inquiries and attempt to resolve problems or refer citizens to other agencies or individuals who can provide desired assistance. Direct traffic at emergency or congested situations. Serve warrants and subpoenas. Assist with crime prevention, public education, and act in collaboration with other community organizations. Utilize computer equipment to access information and complete reports. Contact and cooperate with other law‑enforcement agencies in matters relating to investigation of crime and the apprehension of criminals. Provide information to and answer inquiries from the general public. Special assignment duties (examples): Provide field training to recruit officers and structured training to department personnel. Conduct complex investigations involving major crimes or traffic incidents beyond the scope of principal duties. Provide special enforcement and customer services to intervene in special community problems such as crime in schools, youth gangs, and narcotics trafficking. Education & Experience High‑school graduation or equivalent AND completion of 60 semester units of college with major coursework in police science, police administration, public administration, or another related field. One year experience as a Police Officer or Reserve Officer may be substituted for 30 semester units of the required education. Completion of the Police Officer Standards and Training Basic Academy. Licenses & Certificates Valid California Class C driver’s license in compliance with adopted City driving standards. Valid first‑aid/CPR certification. Police Officer – Lateral Requirements Currently employed as a Police Officer for a California law‑enforcement agency OR Formerly employed as a Police Officer for a California law‑enforcement agency within the last 12 months; and Successfully complete a P.O.S.T. approved field training program. Other Requirements Must be 20 ½ years of age at time of appointment as a police officer. Must be a U.S. citizen or a resident alien who is eligible and has applied for citizenship. Must be able to meet written, physical, psychological, and background standards set by P.O.S.T. Must be willing to work various hours, rotating shifts, weekends and holidays, and be available for callback. Officers on special assignments may be required to work flexible schedules. Bilingual English/Spanish highly desirable. Knowledge of Basic law‑enforcement terminology and concepts. Techniques for dealing with varied groups of people, particularly in circumstances where relations may be strained. Standard record‑keeping and report‑writing procedures and techniques. Skill in Observing and accurately recalling places, names, faces and incidents. Understanding and following oral and written directions. Interpreting and applying complex laws, procedures and policies. Use of common office software including Microsoft Office and specialized law‑enforcement software. Making rapid, sound independent judgment within legal and procedural guidelines. Providing outstanding customer satisfaction (internally and externally). Proficient use of firearms, two‑way radios, and other specialized law‑enforcement weapons and equipment. Maintaining accurate records and preparing clear, concise and competent reports. Ability to Quickly learn the policies, procedures and performance standards pertaining to the work. Think and act quickly in emergencies and evaluating situations and people accurately. Quickly learn and retain complex laws, codes and case law pertaining to law‑enforcement duties. Use discretion effectively to determine a proper course of action consistent with a community‑oriented, problem‑solving approach to policing. Establish and maintain effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of the work. Perform in a manner which reflects the City and Police Department mission, values and goals. Physical Demands Regularly require talking or hearing; 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. Regularly require running, jumping, pushing, pulling, driving safely at high speeds and in adverse conditions, physically apprehending and subduing suspects. Occasional lifting or moving up to 100 pounds. Specific vision abilities required include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, ability to adjust focus, and freedom from color blindness. Work Environment Employee generally works 10% indoors and 90% outdoors (including time spent in a patrol car or other police vehicle). The job can be very fast paced and may require quick changes in pace within a short period of time. When indoors, the work environment is generally in a temperature‑controlled office. Employee regularly works outdoors at all times of day and in all weather conditions and is routinely exposed to hazardous situations that may result in injury, death, or use of deadly force on others. Noise level in the work environment is usually moderate but may occasionally be exposed to high‑level noises including emergency vehicle sirens, gun fire, shouting, and yelling. Core Values Common to All Positions Develop and maintain thorough working knowledge of all department and applicable City policies and procedures. Demonstrate by personal example the service excellence and integrity expected from all employees. Develop respectful and cooperative relationships with co‑workers, including a willingness to assist newer employees. Confertain regularly with and keep the immediate supervisor informed of all important matters pertaining to job responsibilities. Work collaboratively within the organization and community to advance the values of teamwork, innovation, customer service, professional development, and meeting challenges. Ongoing Priorities Enhancing Public Safety Protecting the Environment Maintaining Fiscal Responsibility Supporting Our Youth, Seniors, and Entire Community Fostering a Positive Organizational Culture Preserving and Cultivating Public Trust Preserving Our Cultural Heritage Enhancing Diversity and Inclusiveness The City of Morgan Hill is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate against qualified employees or applicants because of race, color, religion, medical, physical or mental disability, or any other basis protected by law. Qualified individuals with a disability will receive reasonable accommodation, as required by the California Family Rights Act (CFRA), and federal laws including the Americans with Disabilities Act and Section 504, during any phase of the selection process, providing such request is made to Human Resources at least five working days in advance. Medical disability verification may be required prior to accommodation. Under federal law, all job applicants must prove authorization to work in the United States at the time of job offer. #J-18808-Ljbffr