Pre-Service Police Officer

Classification Definition: This recruitment is continuous and may close without further notice. The City of Rialto is seeking to fill a Police Officer (Pre‑Service) vacancy within the Police Department. The Rialto Police Department is dedicated to selecting individuals who meet the highest professional standards and are committed to serving all members of the community with sensitivity, empathy, and impartiality. Essential Duties and Responsibilities Perform a variety of peace officer duties in the enforcement of laws, protection of persons and property, and crime prevention and suppression; perform assignments in specialized areas including motorcycle patrol, K‑9 program, street crime prevention, gang suppression, community oriented policing, and related program areas. Enforce state, local and federal laws and ordinances; issue verbal warnings and citations; pursue and apprehend suspects; coordinate crime scene control and investigation activities. Patrol a designated area of the City to ensure the security of life and property, observe situations and deter or prevent the commission of crimes; enforce traffic and other laws and ordinances. Respond to general public service and crime victim calls, traffic hazards, stray animal reports and related misdemeanors and felony incidents; deploy police dogs to protect self and others as assigned. Plan, execute, write and serve search warrants; search suspects, vehicles, residences and buildings for evidence, contraband, and lost or missing people. Serve arrest warrants; make arrests for crimes committed under penal and institute codes; perform booking procedures for new prisoners; contact and interview suspects and witnesses to gain additional information. Process and store evidence and property found at various crime scenes; maintain records and enter data into computer systems. Investigate traffic accidents and incidents; respond to calls; request emergency services as required; provide traffic and crowd control. Prepare a variety of reports and documents on assigned cases; prepare and maintain files; ensure documentation of all case activities. Review and investigate reports related to vehicle theft, accidents and cellular phone fraud; identify locations of illicit drug use and sales. Provide assistance in a variety of investigations relative to assigned area of responsibility including narcotics, crime suppression and theft; gather information from witnesses and informants; interview suspects; prepare reports and follow up on investigations. Testify in court and associated hearings; prepare and process documents and reports as assigned. Maintain and operate specialized police surveillance equipment including transmitters, radios and cameras. Perform related duties and responsibilities as required within the scope of this classification. Knowledge of Operations, services and activities of a law enforcement program. Law enforcement terminology and concepts. Police methods and procedures including patrol, crime prevention, traffic control and investigation. Methods and techniques of investigating criminal activity. Problem‑solving methods and techniques. Rules of evidence pertaining to search, seizure and preservation. Laws governing the rights of citizens including apprehension, arrest and custody procedures. Methods and techniques of communicating and implementing crime prevention programs. Use of firearms and other modern police equipment. Operational characteristics of police equipment and tools. Pertinent federal, state and local laws, codes and regulations. Ability to Observe and accurately recall places, names, descriptive characteristics and facts of incidents. Remain calm and take appropriate action in tense situations. Establish and maintain effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work. Read, interpret and apply complex laws, procedures and policies; make rapid, sound independent judgments within legal and procedural guidelines. Prepare clear and concise reports, records and other written materials. Understand and follow oral and written directions. Learn the principles, practices, procedures, laws and ordinances, terminology and operation of equipment used in law enforcement and crime prevention and investigation. Work independently in the absence of supervision. Communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing. Maintain physical condition appropriate to the performance of assigned duties and responsibilities. Minimum Qualifications Graduation from high school or equivalent and successful completion of a Peace Officer Standards and Training (POST) certified Police Academy. Must possess and maintain a valid California driver’s license. Must possess satisfactory hearing capabilities and visual acuity and be able to meet physical, psychological and background standards. Willingness to work evening, night, weekend and holiday shifts. Ability to maintain firearms qualification. Licenses and Certifications Possession of a valid California POST Basic Certificate or a valid California POST Basic Course Waiver at time of application. Possession of, or ability to obtain, a valid California Class C Driver’s License and a satisfactory driving record. Additional Requirements Must currently be employed as a sworn Peace Officer, in good standing. Must be at least 21 years of age. Must successfully complete a comprehensive POST background investigation, physical examination and psychological evaluation. Must possess U.S. citizenship at time of appointment. Background Check Process All appointments to this position are subject to the successful completion of an in‑depth background investigation conducted by the Rialto Police Department. The investigation includes background interviews, criminal and credit checks, polygraph examination and a physiological evaluation. Candidates may be disqualified for excessive traffic citations, arrests or convictions, history of illegal substance abuse, poor credit history, or thefts from a previous employer. Veterans Preference Credit Eligibility Veterans of the armed forces, who have been discharged or released from active duty under conditions other than dishonorable, shall receive an additional five (5) points to their final examination score for ranking purposes only. This preference will apply only to the first appointment to any regular full‑time City appointment. A copy of your valid DD214 must be submitted on or before the final filing date. E‑Verify The City of Rialto is an E‑Verify employer. 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