Police Officer (Entry Level - Academy Graduate)

Vallejo Police Department Police Officer (Entry)The Vallejo Police Department is committed to hiring Police Officers who embody professionalism, are dedicated to providing superior service to the community, and who will uphold the values and core principles of the department. This recruitment is a continuous recruitment and will be closed when a viable candidate pool has been identified. Interested individuals are encouraged to apply early for immediate consideration.The Police Officer (Entry) works under supervision and in all conditions, performing a variety of law enforcement duties that involve protecting life and property; enforcing laws and ordinances; conducting criminal investigations, crime prevention and suppression; preserving the public peace; performing special assignments in the protection of life and property; and related work as required.Ideal candidates for this position should possess understanding of modern policing issues, philosophies, practices and trends including the President's Task Force on 21st Century Policing. Candidates should also have excellent verbal and written communication skills, and the demonstrated ability to interact with a diverse community. Graduation from a POST certified academy within the last 12 months is highly desirable.Specialized Assignments:DetectiveTrafficK-9SWATHNTMobile Field ForceBike PatrolCrime Reduction TeamCommunity PolicingHonor GuardSchool Resource OfficerYour Impact:Provide quality service to the citizens of Vallejo using modern 21st Century Policing methods in the department's mission to reduce crime.Make a difference in the community with a progressive, forward-thinking organization in an environment that embraces diversity, creativity, and respect.Perks:In addition to CalPERS retirement, medical, vision, and dental, the City of Vallejo offers some of the following additional benefits to their Officers:Annual LeaveSick LeaveComp TimeUniform Allowance/ $1,142 per yearBilingual PayOn Duty Workout Program4/10 or 3/12.5 shiftsYour Department:The City of Vallejo Police Department's mission is to provide professional law enforcement services that enhance, protect, and promote the quality of life for persons residing, visiting, or doing business in the City of Vallejo. As an integral part of the community, the Vallejo Police Department is committed to providing a highly professional, ethical and quality Police service. The proud men and women of the Department are dedicated to maintaining law and order by proactively addressing crime, protecting welfare, property, and the rights of all people. In partnership with the community, community groups and other city departments, the Vallejo Police Department continually endeavors to improve its service, making Vallejo a safe place to live, work and visit.The City of Vallejo is located in Solano County and has a population of approximately 121,000 residents. Vallejo is a rapidly changing, highly diverse community located midway between the cities of San Francisco and Sacramento. It is a friendly, active waterfront community that attracts innovative, hardworking people and takes great pride in its 148-year history and maritime heritage. Residents of Vallejo are situated to take advantage of the best of what the area has to offer. Golf, museums, performing arts, boutique shopping, brewpubs and a wide selection of restaurants are all available in Vallejo. Residents and visitors alike enjoy Vallejo's delightful historical downtown area, weekly downtown farmer's market, and beautifully restored Victorian homes and business facades. Vallejo is also home to Six Flags Discovery Kingdom, one of America's only combination wildlife, oceanarium and theme parks.Distinguishing Characteristics:This is both the entry level and the first safety class within the Police Officer series. Incumbents perform all duties required to effectively respond to and resolve situations encountered. Police Officer (Entry) may be assigned, depending on rotational assignments, to patrol, traffic, detective, crime prevention or other police-related functions.This class is distinguished from Police Officer (Lateral) in that it is the fully experienced working level within the series, while the Police Officer (Entry) requires no experience beyond possession of a Basic Police Officer Standards and Training (P.O.S.T.) certification or re-certification.This class is distinguished from uniformed safety police-related classes by its designation and the responsibilities and authorities associated with designation as a safety peace officer under the laws of the State of California.Supervision Received and Exercised:Receives general supervision from supervisory and management staff.Examples of Important Responsibilities and Duties:The following duties are considered essential to the Police Officer (Entry) class:Enforces local, State and Federal laws and ordinancesPatrols assigned areas of the City in a car, on a motorcycle, or on footProtects persons and property from harm during emergency and non-emergency situationsResponds to calls related to the protection of life and property, traffic incidents, and other required emergenciesPursues, subdues, apprehends and controls fleeing, uncooperative or combative personsPrepares reports of arrests made, activities performed, and unusual incidents observedConducts both preliminary and follow-up investigations of disturbances, criminal incidents, hazardous incidents, vehicle accidents, and deathsPrepares search and arrest warrants; makes arrests; serves warrants and subpoenasInterrogates suspects and interviews victims, complainants and witnessesCoordinates and investigates violent crimes, child abuse, property crimes, vice, gaming, and narcotics violationsTestifies and presents evidence in court; provides backup assistance for other officers and law enforcement personnelCollects, preserves, and maintains evidence, found property, and property for safekeepingAssists and advises motorists and enforces traffic safety laws by issuing citations and warningsSearches, fingerprints, and transports prisonersResponds to demonstrations, riots, hostage situations, barricaded subjects and other extremely hazardous situationsMaintains contact with the public regarding potential law enforcement problems and preserves good relationships with the publicContacts and cooperates with other law enforcement and non-law enforcement agencies in matters relating apprehending offenders and investigating offensesObserves, monitors, directs, and controls routine and unusual traffic conditionsAssists with special investigative and crime prevention dutiesChecks buildings for physical securityAdministers first aid as neededKnowledge, Skills and Abilities / Minimum Qualifications:Knowledge of:Basic law enforcement terminology, methods and concepts as taught in a P.O.S.T. Basic Academy and Field Training ProgramTechniques for dealing with people under hostile and emergency situationsAbility to:Act with integrity, dependability, and professionalism to maintain the public trustComprehend, interpret, explain, and implement laws, rules, regulations, policies, procedures, and instructionsUnderstand and carry out oral and written directionsCommunicate clearly and concisely, orally and in writing; and prepare accurate and grammatically correct written reportsThink and act quickly; demonstrate sound judgment and rational thinking under adverse/dangerous circumstances; judge situations and people accurately; rapidly evaluate options and alternatives and choose appropriate responsesWork with people from all socio-economic backgroundsObserve accurately and remember faces, numbers, incidents, and placesDemonstrate proficiency in the use and care of department equipment, including, but not limited to firearms, vehicles, radios, and computersDemonstrate and maintain a physical condition which permits the satisfactory performance of assigned duties and responsibilities at all times, in all weathers and conditions, in a conveyance or on footDemonstrate audio-visual acuity, perception and discrimination sufficient to accurately: hear instructions and information, make observations, testify in court, read and write, and properly operate assigned equipment and vehiclesDemonstrate proficiency in the exercise of defensive tacticsHandle an automobile in high speed and emergency situationsEstablish and maintain cooperative working relationships with those contacted in the course of workUp