Police Officer (Academy Attendee/Graduate/Lateral)

Police OfficerThe City of Bell Gardens Police Department (BGPD) is seeking highly motivated and public service-oriented individuals for Police Officer (Academy Attendee/Graduate/Lateral). The City of Bell Gardens Police Department is committed to providing the highest level of service to the community, while working with the residents and its members, demonstrating professionalism, integrity and accountability. The Bell Gardens Police Department has a variety of exciting assignments including Patrol, K-9, Bicycle Detail, Motor Detail, Special Operations Team, General Investigations Detective, Special Investigations Detective, Field Training Officer.This position is open to those who qualify and meet BGPD standards for Police Officer Lateral OR Police Academy Attendee/Graduate. The City is only accepting online applications for this recruitment. As such, you must complete and submit an online application and completely answer all supplemental questions to be considered for this position.Under general supervision, patrols assigned areas in the prevention of crime and enforcement of law and order; carries out special assignments related to departmental operations or law enforcement in general; conducts investigations; and performs related duties as assigned. Must be a current non-probationary Police Officer with a current State of California P.O.S.T. certificate. Applicants must be current enrollees or graduates of a California POST certified academy. Applicants must submit proof of graduation or enrollment at the time of hiring. Academy attendees may be hired on as Police Officer Trainee and paid $3,617 per month. After meeting all department, state-mandated and academy requirements, including graduation from the Police Academy, the Police Trainee may be sworn in as a Police Officer and assume the full duties, starting salary ($7,529 per month) and benefits of that position.Full time position. Must be willing to work day, swing, graveyard and rotating shifts, as well as holidays and weekends.Examples of essential functions include patrolling assigned areas, enforcing laws, conducting investigations, making arrests, serving warrants and subpoenas, interviewing victims, complaints, and witnesses, interrogating suspects, gathering and preserving evidence, receiving, searching and booking prisoners, fingerprinting and transporting prisoners, testifying and presenting evidence in court, contacting and cooperating with other law enforcement agencies, writing reports and field notes, participating in staff development, attending briefings and training sessions, performing routine maintenance on assigned patrol vehicle, firearms, and other equipment, making traffic stops, issuing warnings, citations, or making arrests as necessary, checking vehicles and observing vehicle occupants, investigating scenes of vehicle accidents, providing emergency medical care as necessary, directing traffic and arranging for clearing of roadway, interviewing drivers and witnesses and preparing reports, directing traffic at fire, special events, and other emergency or congested situations, assisting the public and answering questions, administering first aid and responding to calls for medical assistance, establishing and maintaining good relationships with the general public.Duties may include, but are not limited to the following: Patrol and Traffic Safety; Investigations; School Resources; Neighborhood Watch Officer. Other functions may be assigned such as acting as a training officer for new Police Officers, serving as field supervisor on individual calls requiring special attention, and conducting background investigations.Knowledge of modern practices and techniques of law enforcement, patrol, investigation, public relations, report writing, vehicle penal codes, laws of arrest, rules of evidence, legal rights of citizens, and court procedures. Skills to prioritize and multi-task; write clear and concise reports; and think critically and perform analyses while in the course of duties. Ability to communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing; observe accurately and remember faces, numbers, incidents and places; establish and maintain effective relationships with the community; use and care of firearms and small equipment; think and act quickly in emergencies, and judge situations and people accurately; represent the City in a variety of meetings; learn, understand and interpret laws and regulations; prepare accurate and grammatically correct written reports; respond to emergency and problem situations in an effective manner; understand, explain and apply policies and procedures; make clear and concise radio transmissions; understand and follow written directions; deal constructively with conflict and develop effective resolutions; work independently and demonstrate initiative; establish and maintain cooperative working relationships; meet Police Officer requirements contained in the California State Government Code; and prepare lesson plans, teach and counsel juveniles.Minimum requirements include high school graduation or equivalent. Lateral entry candidates must be employed in good standing with a California law enforcement agency. Must have valid class "C" California Driver's License and a satisfactory driving record. No felony convictions. Must be a citizen of the United States or a permanent alien who is eligible for and has applied for citizenship. Must be 21 years of age at the time of appointment. English/Spanish bilingual skills highly desirable.Selection and examination process includes application review, oral appraisal interview, polygraph, background investigation, psychological screening & medical examination. The successful candidate will be required to satisfactorily complete a 12-month probationary period before acquiring "regular" status. The City reserves the right to waive any component of the pre-placement examination.Benefits include 100% City-paid medical, dental and vision coverage (HMO plans) for employee and eligible dependents – a small employee contribution may be required when premium plans are selected. City-paid employee assistance program, STD/LTD plans, and life insurance at 1x annual salary (includes AD&D). Enrollment in California Public Employees' Retirement System (CalPERS). Competitive Vacation and Sick Leave Plans, including floating holidays. Holiday In-Lieu Pay. Bilingual Pay. Tuition Reimbursement. Deferred Compensation Plan. Optional Benefits – Supplemental Life / Accidental / Short Term Disability / Cancer Insurance plans available.