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Posted : Tuesday, May 21, 2024 01:43 PM
JOB DESCRIPTION
The City of San Luis Obispo is currently looking for applicants currently enrolled in an Academy, or a recent Academy graduate.
JOB SUMMARY: This is a non-sworn, training-level classification in the City's police service.
Under direct supervision, attends Peace Officers Standards and Training (POST) approved basic police academy to be trained in the technical knowledge, skills, and physical capabilities required to perform police service.
During training, incumbents do not have police powers and are subject to the rules and regulations of the City of San Luis Obispo, San Luis Obispo Police Department, and the police academy attended.
Promotion to a sworn Police Officer position is contingent upon successful completion of the basic academy and the final review of the Police Chief.
Upon promotion to Police Officer, incumbents will begin a one-year probation as a regular status employee.
SUPERVISION SUPERVISION RECEIVED AND EXERCISED: Works under the general supervision of a Field Training Officer.
EXAMPLES OF DUTIES EXAMPLES OF DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Performs non-safety duties.
Collects information and data.
Transports people and materials, etc.
Attends a California POST approved Basic Academy for training.
Ability to: Understand, interpret and apply State and local laws and regulations, departmental policies and procedures, and other technical literature pertaining to law enforcement.
React quickly and calmly in emergency or hazardous situations and adopt an effective course of action.
Observe and remember facts and details of incidents.
Follow oral and written instructions.
Learn to safely drive a motor vehicle in both non-emergency and emergency situations.
Learn to operate firearms safely and skillfully.
Obtain information through interview, interrogation and observation.
Write clear and accurate reports.
Establish and maintain effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work.
Deal tactfully and effectively with a wide range of different individuals and groups from the community.
Work rotating shifts, including nights and weekends.
Pass psychological suitability for police work (determined by a psychological exam as required by the California POST Commission).
Pass a comprehensive background investigation which includes a polygraph examination, credit history, driving record, criminal activity, military and employment records, and character references (in accordance with the minimum standards for employment issued by the California POST Commission).
TYPICAL QUALIFICATIONS EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE: High School diploma from a recognized American accreditor or G.
E.
D.
; AND At least 20 years old at time of appointment; 20.
5 years old at time of completion of the academy; and 21 years old at the completion of the FTO program.
AND Must have uncorrected vision of 20/100.
Corrected to 20/20 in one eye and 20/30 in the other.
For individuals wearing soft contact lenses, the "uncorrected" acuity standard does not apply, but vision must be corrected to 20/30 when both eyes are tested together.
The wearer of soft lenses must have at least one year of successful use.
Normal color vision is required; AND Must be in excellent physical condition with weight proportionate to height as determined by an agility test and an examining physician.
POSSESSION AND MAINTENANCE OF: A valid California Class "C" driver's license at the time of hire.
THIS POSITION WILL BE REQUIRED TO COMPLETE THE FOLLOWING BEFORE A FINAL OFFER IS MADE: Pre-employment Physical Polygraph Police Background Investigation Credit Check Livescan Fingerprinting (DOJ & FBI) For a detailed spreadsheet of employee benefits by bargaining group, please view our Benefits Summary.
Retirement: California Public Employee's Retirement System (PERS).
The City participates only in the medicare portion of Social Security.
Health: the City has a cafeteria plan for health, dental and vision insurance and contributes towards medical insurance.
Employees may choose from several health insurance options.
There are also two dental plans to choose from.
See the Benefits Summary link to determine the contribution amount.
Life and Accidental Death and Dismemberment (AD&D) Insurance: group term life and AD&D insurance is provided for all regular employees.
The amount of coverage varies depending on the classification.
Employees may purchase additional life and AD&D insurance for themselves and their dependents.
Vacation: employees receive 12 days per year increasing to 20 days after 20 years.
Holidays: employees receive 12-13 days per year depending on the classification.
Sick Leave: employees receive 12 days per year.
Administrative Leave: is a benefit available to management employees.
The number of administrative leave hours varies depending on the classification.
Flexible Work Schedule: is available to many positions within the City organization.
Long Term Disability Insurance: is available for regular employees.
The amount of benefit and contribution by employee varies by classification.
Deferred Compensation: is available for employees to set aside a portion of their salary on a pre-tax basis to supplement retirement.
Wellness Program: offered to help employees gain knowledge, skills and motivation to improve the quality of their lives and well-being.
Employee Assistance Program: a counseling and consultation service designed to help employees and eligible family members with a wide range of personal issues.
Flexible Benefits Program: available to help employees save taxes on: (1) Pre-tax health insurance premium deductions, (2) Unreimbursed/ uncovered medical expenses, and (3) Dependent care expenses.
Tuition Reimbursement: up to $1500 annually for job-related educational costs is available to employees who have passed probation.
Trip Reduction Incentive Program (TRIP): incentives are available for employees who voluntarily participate in alternative forms of transportation to and from work.
Computer Purchase Program: interest-free loans to employees who have passed probation and who purchase computers for personal use with City approved software configuration.
Professional Association for City Employees (PACE): voluntary organization for professional development training classes, monthly membership meetings with a variety of speakers, and social functions designed to facilitate interaction with employees from all departments in a relaxed setting away from work.
JOB SUMMARY: This is a non-sworn, training-level classification in the City's police service.
Under direct supervision, attends Peace Officers Standards and Training (POST) approved basic police academy to be trained in the technical knowledge, skills, and physical capabilities required to perform police service.
During training, incumbents do not have police powers and are subject to the rules and regulations of the City of San Luis Obispo, San Luis Obispo Police Department, and the police academy attended.
Promotion to a sworn Police Officer position is contingent upon successful completion of the basic academy and the final review of the Police Chief.
Upon promotion to Police Officer, incumbents will begin a one-year probation as a regular status employee.
SUPERVISION SUPERVISION RECEIVED AND EXERCISED: Works under the general supervision of a Field Training Officer.
EXAMPLES OF DUTIES EXAMPLES OF DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Performs non-safety duties.
Collects information and data.
Transports people and materials, etc.
Attends a California POST approved Basic Academy for training.
Ability to: Understand, interpret and apply State and local laws and regulations, departmental policies and procedures, and other technical literature pertaining to law enforcement.
React quickly and calmly in emergency or hazardous situations and adopt an effective course of action.
Observe and remember facts and details of incidents.
Follow oral and written instructions.
Learn to safely drive a motor vehicle in both non-emergency and emergency situations.
Learn to operate firearms safely and skillfully.
Obtain information through interview, interrogation and observation.
Write clear and accurate reports.
Establish and maintain effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work.
Deal tactfully and effectively with a wide range of different individuals and groups from the community.
Work rotating shifts, including nights and weekends.
Pass psychological suitability for police work (determined by a psychological exam as required by the California POST Commission).
Pass a comprehensive background investigation which includes a polygraph examination, credit history, driving record, criminal activity, military and employment records, and character references (in accordance with the minimum standards for employment issued by the California POST Commission).
TYPICAL QUALIFICATIONS EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE: High School diploma from a recognized American accreditor or G.
E.
D.
; AND At least 20 years old at time of appointment; 20.
5 years old at time of completion of the academy; and 21 years old at the completion of the FTO program.
AND Must have uncorrected vision of 20/100.
Corrected to 20/20 in one eye and 20/30 in the other.
For individuals wearing soft contact lenses, the "uncorrected" acuity standard does not apply, but vision must be corrected to 20/30 when both eyes are tested together.
The wearer of soft lenses must have at least one year of successful use.
Normal color vision is required; AND Must be in excellent physical condition with weight proportionate to height as determined by an agility test and an examining physician.
POSSESSION AND MAINTENANCE OF: A valid California Class "C" driver's license at the time of hire.
THIS POSITION WILL BE REQUIRED TO COMPLETE THE FOLLOWING BEFORE A FINAL OFFER IS MADE: Pre-employment Physical Polygraph Police Background Investigation Credit Check Livescan Fingerprinting (DOJ & FBI) For a detailed spreadsheet of employee benefits by bargaining group, please view our Benefits Summary.
Retirement: California Public Employee's Retirement System (PERS).
The City participates only in the medicare portion of Social Security.
Health: the City has a cafeteria plan for health, dental and vision insurance and contributes towards medical insurance.
Employees may choose from several health insurance options.
There are also two dental plans to choose from.
See the Benefits Summary link to determine the contribution amount.
Life and Accidental Death and Dismemberment (AD&D) Insurance: group term life and AD&D insurance is provided for all regular employees.
The amount of coverage varies depending on the classification.
Employees may purchase additional life and AD&D insurance for themselves and their dependents.
Vacation: employees receive 12 days per year increasing to 20 days after 20 years.
Holidays: employees receive 12-13 days per year depending on the classification.
Sick Leave: employees receive 12 days per year.
Administrative Leave: is a benefit available to management employees.
The number of administrative leave hours varies depending on the classification.
Flexible Work Schedule: is available to many positions within the City organization.
Long Term Disability Insurance: is available for regular employees.
The amount of benefit and contribution by employee varies by classification.
Deferred Compensation: is available for employees to set aside a portion of their salary on a pre-tax basis to supplement retirement.
Wellness Program: offered to help employees gain knowledge, skills and motivation to improve the quality of their lives and well-being.
Employee Assistance Program: a counseling and consultation service designed to help employees and eligible family members with a wide range of personal issues.
Flexible Benefits Program: available to help employees save taxes on: (1) Pre-tax health insurance premium deductions, (2) Unreimbursed/ uncovered medical expenses, and (3) Dependent care expenses.
Tuition Reimbursement: up to $1500 annually for job-related educational costs is available to employees who have passed probation.
Trip Reduction Incentive Program (TRIP): incentives are available for employees who voluntarily participate in alternative forms of transportation to and from work.
Computer Purchase Program: interest-free loans to employees who have passed probation and who purchase computers for personal use with City approved software configuration.
Professional Association for City Employees (PACE): voluntary organization for professional development training classes, monthly membership meetings with a variety of speakers, and social functions designed to facilitate interaction with employees from all departments in a relaxed setting away from work.
• Phone : NA
• Location : 990 Palm St, San Luis Obispo, CA
• Post ID: 9003773104
