Police Officer Recruit/Lateral

Police Officer Recruit & Police Officer Lateral

The City of Clovis, California offers a $10,000 bonus incentive for eligible candidates. Positions hired in the Police Officer Recruit & Police Officer Lateral class may be eligible for up to a $10,000 bonus incentive. Police Officer Recruit $42.39- $51.53 Hourly $7,348.00 - $8,931.00 Monthly $88,176.00 - $107,172.00 Annually Police Officer Lateral $50.89 - $61.86 Hourly $8,821.00 - $10,722.00 Monthly $105,852.00 - $128,664.00 Annually. The City offers premium pay, special assignment pay, and professional development incentive pay.

Under general supervision, on a regular or assigned shift, to perform general police work in the prevention of crime and the enforcement of law and order; work closely with the community to preserve the peace and promote public safety; perform traffic enforcement and control; carry out special assignments in specialized phases of police work; and to perform related work as required.

Police Officer Recruit: This class represents the sworn entry-level police officer with minimal to no prior police officer experience. Incumbents train and prepare with a field training officer for the police effort to maintain law and order. Incumbents generally drive a police vehicle in carrying out duties, may be assigned to special details as necessary, and may be called upon to establish order in extreme conditions and in conditions of emergency.

Police Officer Lateral: This class is distinguished from the Police Officer Recruit by the required Basic Peace Officer Standards and Training (POST) Certificate and possession of two (2) years of work experience as a Peace Officer. Incumbents generally drive a police vehicle in carrying out duties, may be assigned to special details as necessary, and may be called upon to establish order in extreme conditions and in conditions of emergency.

On a regular or assigned shift, patrol assigned areas by car, foot, or motorcycle; respond to calls for the protection of life and property; conduct initial and follow-up investigations; work closely with the community and other City departments within legal and department mission standards to promote community policing, pursue public safety, preserve the peace, address crime, improve police-community relations, and participate in community policing efforts and problem-solving projects; communicate with merchants regarding potential problems in the area, educate citizens of the laws, ordinances, and their rights in resolving disputes; perform public outreach and support the principles of community oriented policing; organize and/or participate in community and sponsored events, public education programs, and attend and participate in community-based programs and meetings; develop, enforce, control and direct traffic when appropriate; conduct traffic stops when drivers are operating vehicles in violation of the law; warn drivers against illegal practices, make arrests, testify in court in connection with the prosecution of offenders, serve warrants and subpoenas; administer first aid in emergency situations; answer complaints related to civil disturbances, obnoxious animals, health code, and local ordinance violations; investigate suspicious circumstances, perform property security checks, take custody of lost and found property; perform crowd control, parade, or riot work; take crime prevention measures and assist in controlling problems of juvenile delinquency; book arrestees in jail and assist in their custody, care, and welfare; transport arrestees; receive telephone calls and dispatch emergency vehicles and personnel according to department policy and standard procedures; provide superior protection and service, and furnish information and directions to the public; attend briefings and read briefing materials; submit complete written reports of assigned cases; participate in training courses and programs; operate, two-way radio, recorders, firearms, and equipment common to law enforcement; may relieve superior officer in periods of absence or as assigned; provide ethical leadership and uphold ethical standards by setting an example and promote the vision and goals of the organization in a focused and systematic manner; operate City vehicles; and perform related work as required.

License and certificates required for Police Officer Recruit: Possession of a valid California Driver's License and a good driving record; Possession of a California Peace Officer Standards and Training (POST) Regular Basic Course Police Academy Certificate completed within the last three (3) years, or documentation from a certified POST California Police Academy of acceptance or enrollment to graduate with a Regular Basic Course Certificate within twelve (12) months from the documentation date. Education and experience: High school diploma or equivalent. None required. License and certificates required for Police Officer Lateral: Possession of a valid California Driver's License and a good driving record; Possession of Basic Peace Officer Standards and Training (POST) Certificate. Out of State Police Officer Lateral Applicants: Applications will be accepted on a provisional basis for out of state lateral applicants that are accepted or enrolled with a California POST certified Police Academy to complete courses to obtain a California (POST) Certificate. Education and experience: High school diploma or equivalent. Two (2) years experience as a sworn law enforcement officer.

Physical demands and working conditions: Job functions are performed in an office, outdoor, and driving environments in reactive emergency, natural or man-made disaster, and routine peace keeping environments with travel from site to site; regularly exposed to outdoor cold and hot temperatures, and inclement weather conditions; confined spaces; exposure to life threatening situations; extensive public contact; moderate to loud noise levels; and hazardous physical substances and fumes. Sufficient to bend, twist, turn, stoop, squat, kneel, climb, crawl, sit, stand, and walk for prolonged periods of time, and wear a ballistic vest and duty belt weighted with police equipment. Ability to perform tasks requiring strength and stamina; heavy work-lifting, carrying and/or pushing 100 pounds maximum with frequent lifting and/or carrying of objects weighing up to 50 pounds. Corrected to 20/20 in one eye and 20/30 in the other eye; constant use of overall vision; frequent reading of documents and reports; ability to identify suspects and interpret and apply the law to field situations; observation skills; and maintain firearms qualification. Sufficient verbal communication to project a voice that can be heard in loud environments; hear and distinguish various sounds including over the telephone and radio; and communicate in person and to large groups. Grasp, push, pull, and fine manipulation to use a computer, operate a motor vehicle, and police services equipment. Attend periodic evening meetings or meetings outside of regularly scheduled shift; travel within and out of City to attend meetings; subject to mandatory overtime, work rotating shifts, evenings, weekends, and holidays; and periodically required to train and qualify in the use of firearms, vehicles, and specialized law enforcement practices and equipment.