Police Officer Recruit/Police Officer Lateral

Position Overview We are a full‑service law‑enforcement agency that offers a wide range of specialized assignments, including narcotics, helicopter pilot, K9 handler, financial crimes, firearms, and more. Nearly 60 % of our sworn personnel work in specialized units, and we provide accelerated hiring for lateral officers with longevity pay, accelerated testing, and a supportive community environment. Key Responsibilities Ensure department services are provided with exceptional customer service and the highest level of ethical standards. Respond to calls for service regarding accidents, emergencies, crimes, threats, altercations and/or requests for aid. Provide information and assistance to the public, emphasizing a community‑based policing philosophy. Administer first aid to injured persons. Interview, interrogate and record statements from witnesses, suspects and victims. Identify relevant facts and prepare written reports on incidents and cases assigned. Apprehend suspects by driving safely at high speeds, chasing suspects on foot, climbing over obstacles, physically subduing suspects, utilizing self‑defense and arrest control techniques, and utilizing firearms under appropriate conditions. Enforce traffic laws, direct traffic, issue citations and warnings, investigate accidents and accident scenes. Investigate matters involving juveniles, reports of child neglect and juvenile delinquency, and refer juveniles to the appropriate authorities. Serve subpoenas, serve warrants, testify in court, mark and store evidence, make arrests as prescribed by law, and confere with the City/District Attorney’s Office to provide information for case preparation. Assume responsibility for ensuring the duties of the position are performed in a safe, efficient manner. Perform other related duties as assigned or as the situation requires. Qualifications Minimum Requirements An equivalent combination of experience and education sufficient to perform the essential job functions and provide the required knowledge and abilities may be qualifying. Experience Currently employed and in good standing with a California Law Enforcement Agency as a police officer. Education/Training Graduation from high school or attainment of a State Board of Education issued certificate of proficiency, or attainment of a GED certificate, CHSPE certificate, HiSET certificate, or CPP certificate. Graduation from an accredited California POST Law Enforcement Academy. Licenses / Certifications Valid Class C California driver’s license. Knowledge, Skills & Abilities Exceptional customer service practices. Making independent judgments and decisions based upon standard policy or procedure. Providing exceptional customer service to all employees and vendors. Modeling and practicing the highest standards of ethical conduct. Dealing calmly with angry, upset, and frightened people. Developing necessary skills from on‑the‑job training and meeting the standards of performance for the classification by the end of the probationary period. Establishing smooth working relationships and effectively resolving interpersonal conflicts. Emphasizing a community‑based policing philosophy focused on community interaction and collaborative problem solving. Fostering a teamwork environment. Reading, writing and comprehending directions in English. Remaining poised and controlled in threatening or violent situations. Writing clear, accurate, detailed reports based on field notes of events. Other Characteristics Willingness to work overtime as requested. Work the necessary hours and times to accomplish goals, objectives and required tasks. Assume responsibility for maintaining a safe working environment. Must be a minimum of 21 years of age at the time of appointment. Applicants must be of good moral character. Must be legally authorized to work in the United States under federal law. Benefits Vacation, holiday, and sick leave Medical, dental, vision, and long‑term disability insurance Paid bonding leave for childbirth and adoptions Extended benefits available for full‑time, salaried positions only. #J-18808-Ljbffr City of Glendale, CA