Police Officer- Current Academy Attendees

City of Martinez; Martinez (CA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

The City of Martinez is seeking qualified candidates for a Police Officer trainee program. Applicants may be hired as trainees while in the Police Academy or as officers upon graduation, at the City's discretion.

The department emphasizes community policing and a broad range of policing services. Minimum qualifications include being at least 21, a high school diploma or GED, a valid California driver's license, and the ability to pass medical, psychological and background checks.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 21 years old by appointment date.
• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Valid California driver’s license with a good driving record; pass medical and background checks.
• Vision 20/100 or better, corrected to 20/30 in each eye; ability to pass polygraph.

Responsibilities

• Patrol assigned areas by automobile, motorcycle or on foot to prevent crime and enforce laws.
• Investigate accidents, offenses and property damage; prepare and file reports.
• Make arrests, issue citations and provide verbal warnings as needed.
• Direct traffic, protect the public, and respond to emergencies and incidents.
• Maintain logs, records and case files; testify in court as required.

Skills

Observation

Report writing

Interpersonal skills

Decision making

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

None

Job description

Job Overview

The Martinez Police Department is currently recruiting candidates currently attending or accepted to the Police Academy, who are interested in becoming a Police Officer. Applicants placed on the list can be hired as trainees while still in the academy or as a police officer upon graduation at the discretion of the City.

About the Department

The members of the Martinez Police Department are dedicated to providing the highest quality police services. The Department has a staff of 53 FTE’s, (37 sworn and 16 FTE professional staff), with an annual operating budget of $16.6 million.

The Martinez Police Department offers a full slate of policing services to the community, including officers dedicated to investigations, traffic enforcement, tactical unit, canine (K-9) units, homeless outreach, crisis intervention, and community engagement/social media. Active reserve officer and cadet programs supplement the Department and further strengthen community involvement.

The Department operates its own communications center, providing 24/7 emergency and non-emergency dispatch services for the Martinez Police Department and other agencies. The Department assigns its officers in Neighborhood Policing Areas to further engage the community.

Definition

Under general supervision, to patrol an assigned beat in the enforcement of law and order; to carry out special assignments in the protection of life and property; and to do related work as required.

Representative Duties

Operates an automobile, motorcycle or walks in patrolling an assigned area for the prevention of crime and the enforcement of laws and regulations; responds to radio messages or telephone instructions and appears at scenes of disorder or crime; notes and reports traffic hazards; investigates and prepares reports on accidents, offenses, and damage to property; gives directions and information; makes arrests; issues citations; gives verbal warnings; prepares reports on arrests and property impounded; directs traffic tries doors to determine whether buildings are locked; inspects establishments providing alcoholic beverages and entertainment; intervenes in private or public disputes to protect the public and maintain order; requests medical attention when necessary; appears in court on and of duty as the arresting officer; transports prisoners; investigates complaints; interrogates persons whose actions are suspicious; reports street lamps not working; sees that objects are removed from streets which might endanger traffic; reports abandoned or damaged vehicles; serves subpoenas; provides escort or guard services for parades or public meetings; participates in training conferences and programs; practices the use of firearms; observes and reports conditions conducive to crime; watches likely locations for wanted persons; writes case reports and a log of activities; occasionally relieves a superior officer and acts for him; supervises the custody of prisoners; fingerprints, photographs, and books prisoners; takes prisoners to court; answers inquiries; keeps records and prepares reports; when assigned operates a motorcycle in traffic enforcement.

Minimum Qualifications

Minimum age of 21 years old on or before the date of appointment, unless appointed under section 830.1(c) of the Penal Code. (Government Code section 1031.4), must have a high school diploma, or G.E.D. certificate. Must have a valid and appropriate California driver's license and a good driving record; must pass a medical examination and a psychological and background investigation; must have 20/100 vision or better, correctable to 20/30 in each eye; ability to pass polygraph examination.

Desirable Qualifications

Observe and learn various laws, police procedures, law enforcement techniques and first aid; analyze problems and situations accurately and adopt effective courses of action even in emergency or stressful situations; undergo strenuous physical conditioning; maintain positive business and community relationships. Ability to read and understand departmental policies, rules, instructions, laws, regulations, and police literature, together with an aptitude for law enforcement work ; ability to analyze situations and adopt a quick, effective, and responsible course of action; ability to write clear and accurate reports; ability to understand and follow oral directions; ability to learn the use and care of automobiles, motorcycles, and small firearms; keen observation and ability to remember names, faces, and details of incidents; good health, physical endurance and agility.

Selection Process

This recruitment is open and continuous, all applications are reviewed upon receipt. All applicants currently attending or accepted to attend the Police Academy will be placed on the eligible list, and ranked based on their NTN or PELLET B scores obtained within the last 12 months.

Certifications

• All applicants are required to submit a PELLETB score of 45 or higher, OR a NTN with the following minimum scores: 65% Video; 70% Written; 70% Reading obtained within the last 12 months.
• Candidates who require POST recertification are encouraged to submit an application

Working Conditions

Patrol works 3/12 schedule, Investigations and other special assignments work 4/10 schedule.

Probationary Periods

Police Academy Graduates must successfully pass an 18 month probationary period.

Notes

This position is part of the bargaining unit represented by the Martinez Police Officers' Association.