Police Officer

City of Sebastopol; Sebastopol (CA); On-site; USD 88,744 - 107,872; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Excellent benefits package

Job summary

The City of Sebastopol invites applications for the position of Police Officer. This full-time role involves performing law enforcement duties and creating an eligibility list for future openings.

Ideal candidates will demonstrate strong interpersonal skills, cultural competency, and the ability to work collaboratively under stress. A high school diploma and valid driver's license are required. This position offers a salary between $88,744 and $107,872 annually plus benefits.

Qualifications

• Possession of a High School diploma or equivalent.
• One to three months of related experience and/or training.
• Valid California Class C driver's license required.

Responsibilities

• Perform law enforcement and crime prevention work.
• Participate in an 18-month probationary period.

Skills

Team collaboration

Effective communication

Interpersonal skills

Cultural competency

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Job description

BE A PART OF SERVING OUR COMMUNITY!

The City of Sebastopol Invites Applications for the Position of POLICE OFFICER

Full-Time position/eligibility list

Salary: $88,744 - $107,872 Annually

$7,395 - $8,989 Monthly

Plus an excellent benefits package

OPEN UNTIL FILLED

Come join the vibrant City of Sebastopol! We are currently creating an eligibility list for anticipated future full‑time Police Officer positions. The Police Officer’s duties are to perform law enforcement and crime prevention work. Full‑time permanent positions of Police Officers serve an eighteen (18) month probationary period.

The Police Officer will demonstrate cultural competency working with all community members regardless of cultural differences or circumstances, including race, ethnicity, religion, language, gender identity, age, marital and familial status, sexual orientation, diverse physical and learning abilities, socioeconomic status, and other identities.

IDEAL CANDIDATE:

• A collaborative, inclusive, and encouraging team member.
• Adaptable and able to work under stressful or difficult conditions.
• A service‑minded officer, who effectively communicates to a diverse population and workforce, communicating accurately, effectively, and persuasively orally and in writing.
• Skilled at interpersonal relations with excellent ability to listen and understand, diffuse situations, and build relationships.
• A highly disciplined officer demanding a high moral compass of all members of the department and keen political acumen.
• Understanding and accepting of the cultures within the City and Department, and in the community.

QUALIFICATIONS:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills, and abilities required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Education:

Possession of a High School diploma or equivalency such as a general education degree (GED) or High School Equivalency certificate.

Experience:

One to three months related experience and/or training; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

License and Certifications:

• Possession of a valid California Class C driver’s license and a satisfactory driving record are conditions of initial and continued employment and upon appointment.
• Possession of a certificate of completion of a Basic Police Academy certified by California Peace Officers Standards and Training (P.O.S.T.).

Character and Background:

The selected candidate will be required to undergo a standard Police Background investigation including fingerprinting, polygraph exam, psychological evaluation, and a complete physical exam with drug screening. The investigation must show that the candidate possesses traits including initiative, alertness, integrity, reliability, courtesy, and good judgment; and has not been convicted of any felony; or misdemeanors involving moral turpitude.

APPLICATION PROCESS:

To be considered for this exciting opportunity, candidates should apply through CalOpps.org. Please follow this link: https://www.calopps.org/city-of-sebastopol. Complete an online application and the required supplemental questionnaire. All materials must be included to be considered as a candidate.

SELECTION PROCESS:

It is important to complete all required application materials. Applications will be reviewed in detail to identify the most qualified candidates to be invited to a multiple‑choice exam. Those who score the highest on the exam will move forward to an oral panel interview. In addition, the selected candidate will be required to pass a P.O.S.T physical agility test that will be administered by the City of Sebastopol. If the candidate has proof of passing a physical agility test within the last two years from either the academy or any other agency test that includes a wall climb, they will be exempt.

THIS POSITION IS OPEN UNTIL FILLED.

The City of Sebastopol is not responsible for the failure of internet forms or email in submitting your application. Candidates with a disability who may require special assistance in any phase of the recruitment process should advise Danielle Oliveira from Muchmore Than Consulting, [e-mail].

THE CITY OF SEBASTOPOL

IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

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