Lateral Patrol Officer: Protect & Serve

City of Selma; Selma (CA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 105,000; Full time

Job summary

City of Selma seeks a Police Officer (Lateral) to join our dedicated team in protecting residents and property. You will perform patrols, traffic control, investigations, and community policing duties while complying with city, state and federal laws.

Applicants must submit a complete application with detailed information in each section including education, work experience, certificates, licenses and skills. Resumes are accepted only as part of a full application.

Qualifications

• General knowledge of English grammar, spelling and syntax.
• Specialized knowledge of city, state and federal laws and law enforcement procedures; report writing.
• Ability to observe, remember names, faces, numbers and incidents under stress.
• Learn and use a standard police radio system.
• Meet physical stature, endurance and agility standards as set by the City of Selma.

Responsibilities

• Protect lives and property; patrol assigned areas; enforce laws.
• Conduct preliminary investigations of disturbances and crimes; issue citations.
• Direct traffic at events and emergencies; respond to calls for service.
• Prepare detailed crime reports; appear in court as needed.
• Apprehend suspects; transport to jail; perform related duties.

Skills

English grammar

Firearms handling

Emergency vehicle ops

Observation under stress

Radio procedures

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

P.O.S.T. training

Job description

City of Selma seeks a Police Officer (Lateral) to join our dedicated team in protecting residents and property. You will perform patrols, traffic control, investigations, and community policing duties while complying with city, state and federal laws.

Applicants must submit a complete application with detailed information in each section including education, work experience, certificates, licenses and skills. Resumes are accepted only as part of a full application.