Police Officer Lateral

Covina Police Department; Covina (CA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Covina Police Department is seeking qualified applicants to perform patrol duties, investigations and traffic enforcement to maintain public safety. The role involves field training responsibilities and possible detective assignments, with emphasis on community engagement and evidence handling.

Applicants must be sworn officers with POST Basic Certificate; possession of a California driver’s license is required.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required; 21 years of age by sworn appointment.
• Some college coursework in criminology or police sciences desirable.

Responsibilities

• Patrols assigned areas by car, foot, motorcycle or bicycle and conducts investigations.
• Enforces traffic laws and conducts complete accident investigations; directs traffic and handles crowd control.
• Trains and assists less experienced personnel; may serve as Field Training Officer or in specialized areas.
• May serve as detective; conducts investigations into crimes against persons and property; handles undercover work and surveillance.
• Gathers and preserves evidence; files reports; serves warrants and subpoenas; testifies in court; cooperates with other agencies.
• Establishes positive relationships with community organizations and public agencies.

Skills

Driver's license

Analytical reasoning

Emergency response

Traffic enforcement

Written communication

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Some college coursework in criminology or police sciences

Job description

Applicants must be currently employed as a sworn Police Officer and submit a copy of POST Basic Certificate in order to qualify. Applicants not meeting these requirements will be rejected.

Description:

• Patrols assigned areas by car, foot, motorcycle or bicycle; performs crime suppression and prevention activities; answers special calls; conducts initial and follow-up investigations; interviews victims, complainants and witnesses; answers complaints including domestic disturbances, health code and local ordinance violations; performs surveillance activities; conducts chemical, drug and alcohol testing; investigates suspicious circumstances.
• Enforces traffic laws; conducts complete accident investigations; controls and directs traffic when necessary; performs crowd control, special event or riot duties; assists in crime prevention activities and the control of juvenile delinquency; counsels and educates the community; administers first aid in cases of emergency; transports, books and is responsible for the care and custody of detained persons.
• Trains and assists less experienced personnel as assigned; may serve as a Field Training Officer or in a variety of special program areas including schools liaison, K-9 programs, motorcycle traffic patrol, or other specialized areas of assignment.
• May serve as a detective; coordinates and conducts complete and detailed investigation of crimes against persons and property, and crimes involving vice, gaming and narcotics violations; performs undercover and surveillance activities; conducts registration and tracking of sex offenders; collects, preserves and maintains evidence and property.
• Obtains and processes evidence; takes written statements; prepares required reports and maintains investigative records; serves warrants and subpoenas; testifies effectively in court proceedings; provides information and referrals in non-criminal situations; contacts and cooperates with other law enforcement agencies as warranted.
• Responds to questions, concerns and requests for service from the general public; provides information as appropriate and resolves complaints.
• Establishes positive working relationships with representatives of community organizations, state/ local agencies and associations, City management and staff, and the public.

Education and/or Experience:

Any combination of education and experience that has provided the knowledge, skills and abilities necessary for a Police Officer. A typical way of obtaining the required qualifications is to possess a high school diploma or equivalent and be 21 years of age by the time of sworn appointment. Successful completion of some college course work in criminology, police sciences or a related field is desirable. Applicants must be currently employed as a sworn Police Officer and submit a copy of POST Basic Certificate in order to qualify.

License/Certificate:

Possession of, or ability to obtain, a valid Class C California driver's license, and possession of a Basic Certificate from P.O.S.T. Must be a U.S. citizen or permanent resident alien who is eligible and has applied for U.S. citizenship.

KNOWLEDGE/ABILITIES/SKILLS:

Knowledge of: Operations and standard operating procedures of a Police Department; principles of crime prevention and suppression; modern law enforcement methods and procedures, including patrol, crime prevention, traffic control and investigation; basic principles of law enforcement information systems; methods and techniques of supervision, training and motivation; basic principles of mathematics; applicable federal, state and local laws, codes and regulations; methods and techniques of scheduling work assignments; standard office procedures, practices and equipment; modern office equipment including a computer and applicable software; methods and techniques for record keeping and report preparation and writing; proper English, spelling and grammar; occupational hazards and standard safety practices.

Ability to: Gather, analyze and evaluate facts and evidence and reach sound conclusions; act quickly and calmly in emergency situations; enforce traffic laws; interpret, explain and apply applicable laws, codes and regulations; read, interpret and record data accurately; organize, prioritize and follow-up on work assignments; work independently and as part of a team; make sound decisions within established guidelines; analyze a complex issue, and develop and implement an appropriate response; follow written and oral directions; observe safety principles and work in a safe manner; work a variety of shifts as assigned; communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing; establish and maintain effective working relationships.

Skill to: Operate an office computer and a variety of word processing and software applications; safely and effectively operate a variety of law enforcement equipment, firearms and a police vehicle in emergency situations.

IMPORTANT APPLICATION INFORMATION AND INSTRUCTIONS

Applicants must be currently employed as a sworn Police Officer and possess a POST Basic Certificate.

This recruitment will be used to establish an Eligibility List, which will be used to fill vacancies as they become available.