Police Officer - Academy Graduate

Description

ABOUT GALT

Incorporated in 1946, Galt is a growing community with approximately 26,000 residents located approximately 20 miles south of Sacramento along Highway 99. The City is led by five elected council members, the Mayor being appointed.

Galt offers affordable housing with a small town atmosphere, perfect for raising young families as well as a great opportunity for new businesses.

The City is known for its annual Independence Day Celebration with fireworksand the Winter Bird Festival. We also offer the Galt Market, an open air market held every Tuesday and Wednesday offering great deals on fresh fruits and vegetables, clothing, home furnishings and much more.

Sports and Recreation are key to Galt's quality of life. Enhanced by its mild seasonal climate and numerous parks, Galt features a variety of activities for youth and adults such as t-ball, baseball, football, soccer, swimming and swim lessons, karate, exercise classes and many more choices to meet the needs of the community.

The City of Galt is located in the heart of the Delta Recreation Area in Northern, California. Thirty minutes away are the Sierra Foothills and the Sacramento Delta. Reno, Lake Tahoe, San Francisco and the CA coast are all within atwo hourdrive making Galt a recreational haven for boat lovers and outdoorsmen alike.

ABOUT THE POSITION

THIS RECRUITMENT IS ONLY FOR INDIVIDUALS THAT HAVE SUCCESSFULLY GRADUATED FROM A CALIFORNIA POST BASIC PEACE OFFICER ACADEMY WITHIN THE PAST 3 YEARS (DO NOT APPLY IF YOUR ACADEMY CERTIFICATE WILL EXPIRE WITHIN 6 MONTHS OF APPLICATION)

IF YOU HAVE NOT GRADUATED FROM A CALIFORNIA POST BASIC PEACE OFFICER ACADEMY

PLEASE REVIEW ALTERNATIVE OPEN POSITIONS FOR POLICE OFFICER

• ACADEMY ATTENDEE WITH THE CITY OF GALT

SUCCESSFUL CANDIDATES WILL BE HIRED ON AS

POLICE OFFICER

EARNING $35.22 - $43.25 PER HOUR

PLUS THE ABILITY TO EARN

UP TO

AN ADDITIONAL 10% IN EDUCATION INCENTIVES

• This is a continuous recruitment and may be closed at any time. Testing will take place on a rolling basis once a sufficient number of applications has been received; as deemed by the City of Galt.

BASE PAY:

Police Officer Salary:$35.22 - $43.25 ($73,257.60 - $89,960.00 Annually)*

Effective 7/1/2024: $37.17 - $45.70 ($77,313.60 - $95,056 Annually)*

• Annual salary shown above is based on working 2080 hours per year.

ADDITIONAL PAY (UPON ASSIGNMENT AND ELIGIBILITY):

• Overtime- Paid at time and one-half (1-1/2).

• Bilingual Pay- $50 per month.

• POST Certificate and Education Incentive Pay- 5% - 10%

• Canine Handler

• 3/4 of an hour pay X 7 days a week.

• Corporal Pay- 5%
• Field Training Officer (FTO)- 5%
• Longevity Pay- beginning at 8 years of service- 2.5%; 10 years of service 5%; 12 years of service 7.5%
• Medical-in-lieu

• Employees who waive medical coverage shall receive $200 per month for employee only, $350 per month for employee plus one, and $500 per month for family.

BENEFITS:

• Tuition Reimbursement- up to $4,000 per fiscal year.

• Holiday Pay- 14 holidays (shift personnel holiday in lieu pay equal to 9.33 hours of pay each month).

• Vacation Leave- 80 hours per year; after 4 years- 120 hours

• Sick Leave- 96 hours per year.

• Heath Insurance- City pays a generous portion of the CalPERS medical premium (10 options), City pays 100% for dental and vision premiums.

• Life Insurance- City paid $50,000 policy and $1,500 policy for dependents.

• Health Reimbursement Arrangement (HRA)- City contributes $50 per month beginning 7/1/2024.

• Long Term Disability- City paid policy-benefit is up to 60% of base salary.

• EAP - Confidential employee assistance plan.

• Wellness Program- Access to peer support, newly updated gym, and on-duty work out time.

• Uniforms

• All Uniform, equipment and dry cleaning fees are paid for by the department.

• Public Safety Family Counseling- For Police Department personnel.

GPOA/REPRESENTED POSITION

FLSA STATUS: Non-Exempt/Hourly

Under general supervision, performs a wide variety of patrol and community policing duties involving the prevention of crime, the protection of life and property, and the enforcement of federal, state, and local laws and ordinances; makes arrests and transports suspects into custody; assists in processing crime scenes and preserving evidence; assists in the preparation of cases and testifies in court; and performs related work as required.

SUPERVISION RECEIVED AND EXERCISED

Receives general supervision from an assigned Police Sergeant or management personnel. Exercises no supervision of staff.

CLASS CHARACTERISTICS

This is a sworn journey-level law enforcement class that performs all assignments found in a municipal police department. While incumbents are normally assigned to a specific geographic area for patrol or traffic enforcement, all functional areas of the law enforcement field, including investigation, youth services, administration, and training are included. Incumbents may be armed and may be assigned to work in uniform or plain clothes.

This class is distinguished from Police Sergeant in that the latter is the first supervisory level in this sworn class series responsible for organizing, assigning, supervising, and reviewing the work of staff on an assigned shift.

Example of Duties

EXAMPLES OF TYPICAL JOB FUNCTIONS

Management reserves the right to add, modify, change, or rescind the work assignments of different positions and to make reasonable accommodations so that qualified employees can perform the essential functions of the job.

• Patrols the City within an assigned area in a vehicle, or on foot, to protect life and property, observe situations, report suspicious, criminal activity, or hazardous conditions, and deter crime.

• Responds to emergency calls for service, disturbances, thefts, burglaries, vehicle accidents, domestic disputes, suspicious activities, and other incidents to protect public safety and property; resolve problems, diffuse situations, and enforce laws and ordinances.

• Provides information, directions, and assistance to the public in a variety of situations; takes reports and assists the public with complaints or unusual situations.

• Observes, monitors, and controls routine and unusual traffic situations; stops and warns drivers or issues citations as appropriate; provides direction and traffic control in accident or incident situations, special events, or other congested situations.

• Makes arrests and serves warrants; takes individuals into custody and transports them to booking facilities.

• Assists in crime scene activities; interviews suspects, victims, and witnesses; as directed, collects and preserves evidence.

• Assists county legal staff in preparing, documenting, and developing cases and gathering information; testifies in court as required.

• Prepares and maintains reports, logs, records, and accurate files.

• Oversees the use and care of equipment as required.

• Performs other duties as assigned.

TYPICAL QUALIFICATIONS:

Knowledge of:

• Operations, services and activities of a municipal law enforcement program.

• Law enforcement principles, practices, and techniques related to patrol; traffic enforcement; accident investigation; crime scene processing; protection of life and property; and pursuit, apprehension, and transportation of suspects.

• Mandated and department standard operating procedures.

• Rules of evidence regarding search and seizure and the preservation of evidence.

• Community demographics including cultural, social and economic factors.

• Geographic locations within assigned patrol area.

• Courtroom procedures and techniques for testifying.

• Applicable regulatory relevant to assigned area of responsibility.

• Operational characteristics and safety practices of vehicles and equipment related to the work, including the safe use and proper deployment of firearms, chemical agents, impact weapons and vehicles.

• Safety principles and practices, including First Aid and adult and child CPR.

• Methods and techniques of operating a motor vehicle in a safe manner under patrol and emergency conditions.

• Methods and techniques of developing accurate and timely reports on enforcement activities and outcomes.

• Modern office practices, methods, and computer equipment which may include, but is not limited to, mobile technology and electronic devices, and software related to the work.

• English usage, grammar, spelling, vocabulary, and punctuation.

• Techniques for effectively representing the City in contacts with governmental agencies, community groups; various business, professional, educational and regulatory organizations; and with property owners, developers, contractors, and the public.

• Techniques for dealing with a variety of individuals from various socio-economic, cultural and ethnic backgrounds.

• Techniques for providing a high level of customer service by effectively dealing with the public, other agencies, and City staff.

• Safe driving rules and practices.

Ability to:

• Perform law enforcement duties within assignment area and in compliance with mandated and department rules, regulations, policies, and procedures.

• Observe accurately; recall faces, names, descriptive characteristics, and facts of incidents and places.

• Interpret, apply, explain, and enforce laws, codes, regulations, and ordinances.

• Process crime scenes and evidence, ensuring the proper treatment and chain of custody for evidence.

• Maintain self-control, react quickly and make sound, independent decisions in emergency situations.

• Identify and be responsive to community issues, concerns, and needs.

• Ensure the proper safe use and maintenance of assigned law enforcement vehicles, firearms, and related equipment.

• Prepare clear, accurate, and grammatically correct reports, records, and other written material.

• Monitor changes in laws and court decisions and apply them in work situations.

• Organize own work, set priorities, and meet critical time deadlines.

• Use tact, initiative, prudence, and independent judgment within general policy and legal guidelines in sensitive situations.

• Use English effectively to communicate in person, over the telephone, and in writing.

• Establish, maintain, and foster positive and effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work.

Typical Qualifications

Any combination of experience and training that would provide the required knowledge and abilities is qualifying. A typical way to obtain the required knowledge and abilities would be:

Education:Equivalent to graduation from high school. Completion of an accredited California P.O.S.T Basic Peace Officer Academy or Recertification Course within the past 3 years. Two (2) years of college level course work in criminal justice and/or a related field.

APPLICANTS WITH A CALIFORNIA P.O.S.T BASIC PEACE OFFICER ACADEMY CERTIFICATE:You must attach a copy of your California P.O.S.T. Basic Peace Officer Academy Certificate (expiring no sooner than 6 months from date of application) to your online application.

APPLICANTS WITH A CALIFORNIA P.O.S.T. PEACE OFFICER RECERTIFICATION CERTIFICATE:You must attach a copy of your California P.O.S.T. Peace Officer Recertification Course Certificate(expiring no sooner than 6 months from date of application) to your online application.

Experience: Volunteerlaw enforcement experience is desirable.

License:Must possess a valid California class C driver's license and have a satisfactory driving record. Must be eligible for a Basic P.O.S.T. certificate issued by the California State Commission on Peace Officers Standards and Training and possess and maintain firearms qualification.

Proof of Education:Proof of education such as college transcripts and degrees, licenses and certifications must be submitted by the final filing deadline to the City of Galt as an attachment(s) to the online application, Unofficial transcripts or copy of a diploma are acceptable.

An applicant with a college degree obtained outside the United States must have education records evaluated by a credentials evaluation service. This evaluation must be submitted before you will be considered for any positions.

Please Note:a candidate must successfully pass a thorough background investigation, including a criminal history check for job-related convictions, fingerprinting, polygraph test, psychological test, credit check, and a drug use history to be considered for this position.

Supplemental Information

Working Conditions:Must be willing to work extended shifts or be called back in emergency situations and work with exposure to difficult circumstances, including exposure to dangerous situations.

Environmental Elements:Employees work indoors and outdoors, and are exposed to loud noise levels, cold and hot temperatures, inclement weather conditions, moving vehicles, and hazardous physical substances and fumes. Employees may interact with upset staff and/or public and private representatives in interpreting and enforcing departmental policies and procedures. The principal duties of this class are performed in a field or police station environment with exposure to criminal offenders, mentally ill individuals, and persons potentially infected with communicable diseases.

Physical Demands:Must possess mobility to work in a standard office setting and use standard office equipment, including a computer; maintain P.O.S.T. physical standards, including mobility, physical strength, and stamina to respond to emergency situations and apprehend suspects; vision to maintain firearms qualification and to read printed material and a computer screen; and hearing and speech to communicate in person, before groups, and over the telephone or radio. The job involves fieldwork requiring frequent walking or running or standing on uneven terrain, and climbing and descending structures to access crime scenes and to identify problems or hazards; vision and manual dexterity to operate an emergency response vehicle at high rates of speed in emergency situations. Finger and manual dexterity is needed to operate police services equipment and firearms, and to access, enter, and retrieve data using a computer keyboard. Positions in this classification frequently bend, stoop, kneel, reach, and climb to perform work. Employees must possess the ability to apprehend, lift, carry, push, and pull victims, suspects and equipment as determined within P.O.S.T physical standards, which may include the use of proper equipment.