Police Officer (Academy Complete and POST Certified)

AVAILABLE POSITIONS Police Officer I/II positions within the Police Department. Candidates must possess P.O.S.T. Certification and have completed the POST Academy. ABOUT THE POLICE DEPARTMENT To learn more about the Police Department, view the department’s video: We also encourage you to visit our website at Join the Oxnard Police Department. SUMMARY Under general supervision, performs routine to complex duties for Police Officer class including protection of public health, safety, and welfare, and enforcement of applicable federal, state and local laws; learns policies, procedures and work methods associated with assigned duties; performs related duties as required. DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS The Police Officer I is the entry-level position in this class responsible for the full scope and responsibility of assigned work, under direct supervision. This classification is distinguished from the next higher classification of Police Officer II by the latter's completion of a one-year probationary period. The Police Officer II is the journey level position in this class responsible for the full scope and responsibility of assigned work, under general supervision. This classification is distinguished from the next lower classification of Police Officer I by the completion of a one-year probationary period and from the next higher classification of Police Officer III by the latter's responsibility for the more difficult and complex tasks and the performance of coordination and oversight responsibilities for a designated beat. SALARY $94,003.10 - $140,829.10 annually DOE. SUPERVISION RECEIVED/EXERCISED General supervision is provided by a Police Sergeant or higher level management staff. No supervision is exercised unless serving as a member of the Field Training Program. Police Officer II may provide technical supervision to on police calls in the field to lower level officers. RESPONSIBILITIES Patrol assigned areas by car, foot, motorcycle or other methods as may be appropriate. Respond to questions, concerns and requests for service from the general public; provide information as is appropriate and resolve complaints. Perform investigations and take appropriate action in cases of law violations. Preserve law and order; prevent and discover the commission of crime; enforce regulations and laws. Apprehend lawbreakers. Obtain and process evidence; trace persons and vehicle involvement in accidents or violations of law. Takes written statements; clears accident scenes; prepares required reports; testifies in court; maintain investigative records. Assist other agencies as required. EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE Police Officer I: A high school diploma, or the equivalent. Police Officer II: A high school diploma, or the equivalent. Requires completion of the one-year probationary period as a Police Officer I for the City of Oxnard. LICENSE Depending on assignment, some positions may require: Possession of a valid unrestricted class C California driver's license. CERTIFICATION AND OTHER REQUIREMENTS Possession of a Basic Certificate issued by the California Commission on Peace Officer Standards and Training (POST). Bilingual Spanish/English speaking skills are highly desired. PRE-APPENDMENT REQUIREMENTS Prior to appointment all candidates must pass a thorough background investigation and will be required to undergo a polygraph test, psychological evaluation and medical examination. UNION MEMBERSHIP Positions in this classification are represented by Oxnard Peace Officers Association (OPOA). APPLICATION PROCESS Submit NEOGOV/Government Jobs online application. Complete and submit responses to the supplemental questions, if required. Upload resume, cover letter, proof of degree (transcript) or other requested documents. Your application may be rejected as incomplete if you do not include the relevant information in the online application and include the information only on the resume. Applications and/or Supplemental Questionnaires that state "see my resume" or "see my personnel file" are considered incomplete and will not be accepted. Cover letters and/or optional resumes are not accepted in lieu of a completed application. NOTE For most positions, the City of Oxnard relies on office automation (Microsoft Office) and web-based enabled tools, therefore candidates must be proficient and comfortable with computer use to perform functions associated with on-going work. Regular and reliable attendance, effective communication skills, and development of effective working relationships are requirements of all positions. City staff may be required to play an active role in the event of an emergency, which may include changes in responsibilities and working hours. The list of qualified candidates that is established from this recruitment may be used to fill other full-time, part-time, and temporary assignments as vacancies arise. This position requires a twelve-month probationary period. Employees are required to participate in the City's direct deposit plan and are paid on a bi-weekly basis. Pursuant to California Government Code Section 3100, all public employees are required to serve as disaster service workers subject to such disaster service activities as may be assigned to them. EQUAL OPPORTUNITY The City of Oxnard is an Equal Opportunity Employer and welcomes applications from all qualified applicants. The City does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital status, medical condition, disability or sexual orientation. REASONABLE ACCOMMODATION The City of Oxnard makes reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities. If you believe you require special arrangements to participate in the testing process, you must inform the Human Resources Department in writing no later than the filing date. Applicants who request such accommodation must document their request with an explanation of the type and extent of accommodation required. LEGAL REQUIREMENT On the first day of employment, new employees must provide proof of citizenship or documentation of legal right to work in the United States in compliance with the Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986, as amended. The City participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S. If E-Verify cannot confirm that you are authorized to work, this employer is required to give you written instructions and an opportunity to contact the Department of Homeland Security or Social Security Administration so you can begin to resolve the issue before the employer can take any action against you, including terminating your employment. Employers can only use E-Verify once you have accepted a job offer and completed the Form I-9. For more information on E-Verify, please contact DHS. View phone number on click.appcast.io dhs.gov/e-verify. CONTACT INFORMATION For questions, please contact: Annette Adams at View email address on click.appcast.io. NOTE The provisions of this bulletin do not constitute an expressed or implied contract. 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