POLICE OFFICER - LATERAL
City of West Covina
This is a continuous recruitment and may close without notice. Prompt application is highly encouraged. Lateral appointment may be made at Step 2, 3 or 4 based on qualifications.
DUTIES
Police Officers perform general law enforcement duties and may have the opportunity to specialize in the selected fields of juvenile law; narcotic and dangerous drug enforcement; community relations; traffic enforcement and investigation; criminal investigation; and other equally challenging tasks.MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS
High School graduation or equivalent College coursework desirable Age minimum 21 Valid California Class "C" Driver's License California P.O.S.T. Basic Certificate Currently employed for a minimum of 18 months with a California Police or Sheriff's Department or Highway PatrolEXAMINATION
The examination may consist of an oral board interview and written exercise. Candidates must also pass a background investigation, psychological evaluation, and polygraph examination. Prior to first day of hire, candidates must also pass a medical exam, which includes a drug screen.WORKING CONDITIONS
Must be able to physically restrain and control combative individuals; run, climb, stoop, bend, and reach; work in varied weather conditions; and work shifts (both days and nights as assigned). This position also requires extensive and repetitive physical activity involving the arms, wrists, and hands, including writing and using a keyboard.PHYSICAL STANDARDS
Vision standard is 20/70 uncorrected; 20/30 corrected.EEO STATEMENT
The City of West Covina is an Equal Opportunity Employer. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, the City will provide reasonable accommodation to qualified individuals with disabilities and encourages both prospective and current employees to discuss potential accommodations with the employer.SELECTION PROCESS
Applicants with the strongest background relating to the responsibilities of this position will be invited to participate in the testing process. The successful candidate will be required to pass a background check, Live Scan fingerprinting, and a pre-employment physical examination including a drug screen (for safety sensitive position) at no cost to the candidate. #J-18808-Ljbffr City of West CovinaVacancy posted 13 hours ago
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