POLICE OFFICER - LATERAL

Long Beach Community Investment Company; California (MO); On-site; USD 50,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking dedicated individuals for the Police Officer - Lateral role. This exciting position involves maintaining law and order, regulating traffic, and responding to emergencies. Ideal candidates will have experience as a Peace Officer and possess strong communication and human relation skills. The role also values diversity and bilingual skills, particularly in English/Spanish or Southeast Asian languages. Join a team that values community and public service, ensuring safety and security for all citizens.

Qualifications

• Must be 21+ years old with a valid driver's license and U.S. citizenship.
• No felony convictions; good communication and human relation skills required.

Responsibilities

• Patrol assigned areas to maintain law and order and regulate traffic.
• Investigate suspicious conditions and respond to dispatches.

Skills

Communication Skills

Human Relation Skills

Physical Fitness

Bilingual Skills (English/Spanish)

Education

High School Diploma or G.E.D.

College Coursework

Job description

Join to apply for the POLICE OFFICER - LATERAL role at City of Long Beach

Accepting online applications only. Apply online 24 hours a day, beginning February 22, 2019. Filing will remain open until vacancies are filled. Filing may close without further notice.

Examples of Duties: Patrol assigned areas by car, foot, or motorcycle to maintain law and order; regulate traffic; respond to dispatches; investigate suspicious conditions, traffic accidents, and complaints; make arrests, guard prisoners, question suspects; issue citations, serve subpoenas and warrants; investigate vice conditions and crimes; prepare evidence and testify in court; administer first aid; report hazards; keep records; act as dispatcher or jailer; assist in administrative tasks; perform related duties as required.

Requirements to File: Applicants must meet one of the following options: A, B, or C:

• California Applicants: Employed full-time for at least one year as a Peace Officer with a valid Basic POST Certificate.
• Out-of-State Applicants: Employed full-time for at least one year as a sworn law enforcement officer with a Basic Course Waiver from POST.
• Reserve Officer Applicants: Current reserve officer in California with POST Level 1 certificate and 2,000 hours of patrol experience.

Additional requirements include high school diploma or G.E.D., 21+ years old, valid driver's license, U.S. citizenship or application, no felony convictions, good communication and human relation skills, physical fitness, and proof of required documents uploaded at application.

Desirable Qualifications: Recent college coursework and bilingual skills in English/Spanish or Southeast Asian languages are highly desirable.

Selection Procedure: Applications evaluated on training, experience, education, certificates, and licenses; no written exam. Continuous eligible list valid for six months, with possible extension. Top candidates will be contacted for final selection steps, including background check, medical exam, physical test, polygraph, and psychological evaluation.

For more info, contact the Civil Service Department. Bilingual skills are desirable for some positions. The City values diversity and inclusion, reflecting community demographics. Accommodations available upon request.