Police Officer (Lateral)

The Position

The East Bay Regional Park District's Police Department serves over 25 million annual visitors. Our area of patrol includes 73 different parks over a 1,750 square mile area covering all of Alameda and Contra Costa counties. We are a full service POST-recognized law enforcement agency with 71 sworn officers. Our department includes a variety of units and patrol opportunities such as Air Support, Marine, Equestrian, K-9, Special Enforcement (including off-road vehicles), Investigations, and a 24-hour per day 9-1-1 Communications Center. Looking to continue your career in an organization that values your work and professional development endeavors? Apply to join the East Bay Regional Park District Police Department today!

What You'll Be Doing: Under general supervision, but often operating independently, you'll serve as a peace officer and perform a wide variety of police services and public assistance. You'll also perform related duties in accordance with the Park District's Mission.

We're Looking for Someone Who:

• Enjoys public service and appreciates the value of publicly accessible recreation and open space;

• Is a personable and excellent communicator that understands the importance of community policing in the law enforcement profession

A Few Reasons Why You May Love This Job:

• Meaningful and valued work connected to our organizational mission;

• A workplace that encourages professional growth by investing in staff trainings and developmental opportunities;

• Daily challenges that encourage problem solving and working as part of an excellent team;

• Great benefits including medical (through CalPERS), dental, tuition reimbursement, and a retirement pension through California Public Employees Retirement System (Classic-3%@55 & PEPRA-2.7%@57); Click herefor details regarding additional benefits;

• Incentive pays (bilingual pay, POST Certification, and education)

• Free parking permit for EBRPD parks (for up to 2 privately owned vehicles);

• Employee discounts for certain EBRPD park amenities (reservations, daily fishing permit, public boat launch).

Our Values:

• Respect: We honor each other, the park users we serve, and the land we steward.

• Resilience: We creatively adapt to change. We address challenges with empathy, perspective, and determination.

• Relationships:Our greatest strength lies in the trust, accountability, and teamwork we cultivate with our colleagues, partners, and the public we serve.

• Responsiveness: We communicate openly, honestly, and reliably.

• Transparency: We hold the public's trust through meaningful stakeholder engagement and unfettered access to timely and reliable information on decisions and performance.

Selection Process:The application materials for all applicants meeting the minimum qualifications will be reviewed by a screening panel to select the best qualified for testing. The Recruitment & Training (R&T) Sergeant will reach out to the best qualified candidates to determine further progression in the recruitment process. Possession of minimum qualifications does not guarantee an interview or invitation to test. Pursuant to the Federal Immigration and Reform Act of 1986, all applicants who are hired will be required to provide proof of identity and appropriate work authorization documents prior to commencement of employment. Applicants not selected during this recruitment process may reapply based on position availability and job postings.

• Background Investigation: A thorough investigation of a personal history, including but not limited to work history, education, military, arrest record, etc., will be conducted on candidates certified to the Police Department. A polygraph is a part of the background examination.

• Psychological and

Medical Evaluation: After receiving a conditional offer of employment, candidates must successfully complete a required psychological examination and medical examinationprior to appointment.

• Probation: The probationary period for this classification is twelve (12) months.

Special Testing Arrangements:If you require special arrangements due to a verified disability or medical condition, please contact the Human Resources Department at 510-544-2154.

Essential Functions

• Provides uniformed patrol by automobile, 4-wheel drive, ATV, motorcycle, boat, helicopter, horseback or on foot;

• Provides information to the public regarding park lands and facilities;

• Assists park visitors and other park employees;

• Contacts citizens and employees regarding any matter concerning public safety and welfare;

• Answers radio calls and self-initiates all types of police services;

• Investigates traffic accidents and takes injury reports;

• Enforces all laws and ordinances, issuing warnings and citations, making arrests when necessary;

• Investigates criminal offenses;

• Writes detailed and accurate reports;

• Prepares cases for court and testifies as necessary;

• Performs rescue work and administers first aid when needed; reports fires and provides traffic and crowd control;

• Works days, nights or holidays, and in adverse weather conditions;

• Performs any other duties necessary and required for the safety and protection of the citizens and employees within the Regional Parks and other assigned patrol areas.

Minimum Qualifications

Certification:Lateral applicants must possess a valid State of California Peace Officer Standard and Training (POST) Basic Certificate. Applicant must be able to show proof of successful completion of the California POST agency-specific field training program. Academy graduation alone (with no field experience) will not suffice for the Lateral position. If you do not meet the certification or experience requirement, you can apply for the Academy Graduate or Recruit/Attendee positions.

Citizenship: Applicant must be a citizen of the United States, or, a permanent resident alien who is eligible for and has applied for citizenship within 3 years from date of employment; and

Age:Must be at least 21 years of age; and

Education: High School graduation or passage of General Education Development Test (GED), and successful completion of at least 24 semester or 36 quarter units of college level courses. For purposes of this requirement, credit will be given for units recognized by POST in the completion of a Basic POST training course through an accredited institution or agency; and

Experience: A Lateral applicant (must meet one of the following standards):

Standard 1a: Must be currently working as a police officer in a California POST agency; or

Standard 2a: Has worked in the job classification within three (3) years of application; or

Standard 3a: Has completed a POST Requalification Course within three (3) years of application; and

License:Must possess a valid California driver's license at initial and continued employment in this classification.

Additional Information

Knowledge of:

• Basic law enforcement terminology and concepts;

• Techniques for dealing with people of all socio-economic levels under hostile and emergency situations;

• Public relations in law enforcement.

Ability to:

• Learn principles, procedures, terminology, and operation of equipment used in law enforcement, crime prevention, and investigation;

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

• Understand and apply departmental policies, rules, complex laws, procedures and regulations;

• Make rapid, sound independent judgements within legal and procedural guidelines;

• Prepare clear and concise reports, records, and other written materials;

• Deal effectively with and control groups of people in stressful situations;

• Operate a variety of specialized police department equipment including computerized telecommunications and dispatch equipment establish and maintain positive and cooperative working relationships with those contacted in the course of work at all levels, including a culturally diverse general public, with a focus on quality service to internal and external customers.

Conditions of Employment:

• Must meet current peace officer selection standards as set by the California Commission on Peace Officer Standards and Training (POST);

• Must be of good character and reputation and not have been convicted of a felony crime or serious misdemeanor offense and must be able to pass a strict background investigation (see details below);

• Must be free from any physical, emotional, or mental condition which might interfere with the ability to perform the essential functions of police duties, as determined by the California Peace Officer Standards and Training (POST);

• Must be willing to work evenings, weekends, and holiday shifts as needed;

• Laterals may be hired above the start step;

• Education Incentive Pay, 1.0% - 7.5%, is available and dependent on education and certificate combination.

• All East Bay Park Regional District employees are required to be vaccinated as a condition of employment.

Union Affiliation:The East Bay Regional Park District's Police Association (PA) represents this classification. Wages, hours and other terms and conditions of employment are covered in an agreement between the Park District and the PA. The probationary period for this classification is eighteen (18) months.

Application materials for this position consist of four (4) required parts:

• A current East Bay Regional Park District application submitted online; and

• A copy of your college transcripts (official or unofficial); and

• A valid State of California Peace Officer Standard and Training (POST) Basic Certificate; and

• Completed supplemental questions.

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Notification:All applicants will be notified of the disposition of their application via email following its review. Applicants may also sign into their governmentjobs.com account to view their current application status and notifications.

Equal Opportunity Employer:

The East Bay Regional Park District is an Equal Opportunity Employer that values and respects a diverse workforce and community. It is committed to promoting an equitable and inclusive workspace that is welcoming to all. Applicants from all backgrounds and life experiences are encouraged to apply. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment.