Police Officer-Lateral

Mcfarlandcity; McFarland (CA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a dedicated team as a Police Officer in a vibrant community! This role offers the chance to protect and serve while engaging in various law enforcement duties, including patrol, investigations, and community interaction. You'll receive comprehensive training and support, ensuring you thrive in your career. Enjoy a competitive benefits package, including medical, dental, and vision coverage, along with retirement contributions. If you're passionate about making a difference and meet the qualifications, this entry-level position is an excellent opportunity to start your law enforcement career. Apply today and become part of a community-focused police department!

Benefits

Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision benefits

Life insurance of $50,000

10% contribution to 401(k) plan

12 days' vacation annually

12 days of sick pay annually

Qualifications

• Must possess a valid California Class C Drivers License.
• High School Diploma or equivalent required; P.O.S.T. certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine law enforcement functions under supervision.
• Investigate criminal violations and prepare reports.
• Patrol assigned areas and maintain public safety.

Skills

California Class C Drivers License

Law Enforcement Knowledge

Report Writing

Physical Fitness

Knowledge of State and Federal Laws

Education

High School Diploma or G.E.D.

California P.O.S.T. Certificate

Tools

Patrol Vehicle

Law Enforcement Equipment

Job description

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This is a continuous recruitment and may close at any time without notice. Please ensure all applicable supplemental materials are attached to your application.

Qualifications:

• Possession of a California Class C Drivers License.
• High School Diploma, G.E.D. or equivalent, successful graduation from a California P.O.S.T. approved Police or Sheriff’s Academy (Basic Peace Officer Course); or possession of a Basic or Higher P.O.S.T. Certificate.
• Must meet POST citizen requirements (you must be a citizen of the United States or permanent resident alien who is eligible for and has applied for citizenship).

Physical requirements:

• AGE: Minimum age of 21 by the final hire date.
• VISION: Minimum 20/100 uncorrected in each eye (corrected to 20/20); must be free from tunnel vision or color blindness in both eyes. No permanent or progressive abnormalities.
• WEIGHT: Proportional to height.

Job Description:

Under supervision, to perform routine law enforcement functions. This is a lateral/entry-level position as a McFarland Police Officer. Officers perform the full range of sworn police officers’ duties, including patrol and criminal investigations. New Officers serve a probationary period of twelve (12) months and are expected to work any shift, weekends, and holidays.

Duties:

• Prepares complete and accurate reports to allow for appropriate documentation of incidents.
• Operates a patrol vehicle, and patrols assigned areas to keep the peace and protect life and property.
• Investigates criminal violations, makes arrests, prepares arrest and search warrants, and serves arrests and search warrants.
• Collects and preserves evidence and maintains records for tracking and legal proceedings.
• Testifies in court proceedings.
• Attends and participates in assigned training.
• Maintains knowledge of applicable state, federal, and city codes, ordinances, and department rules and regulations related to law enforcement.
• Maintains knowledge of modern approved principles and procedures of law enforcement work, court evidence procedures, and court decisions affecting law enforcement practices.
• Maintains the ability to read and write at a level to perform all functions of a McFarland Police Officer.
• Handles other duties as assigned.

Examination:

• Physical ability test (Qualifying only): Will be conducted to assess each applicant’s overall ability to perform the physical requirements of the position. Candidates must pass the physical ability exam to be admitted to any further portions of the examination process.
• Oral Exam (Weight 100%): Will be conducted to appraise the applicant's training, education, experience, interest, and personal fitness for the position. Applicants must attain at least a 70% score on each phase of the exam process.

Background (Qualifying only):

The background evaluation will include a psychological evaluation and will assess overall suitability for employment as a McFarland Police Officer. Candidates must be found satisfactory in all aspects of the background evaluation. Candidates determined to be unsuitable on this evaluation or who have previously been found unsuitable must wait a minimum of twelve months before they may reapply for the McFarland Police department.

Compensation & Benefits:

The City of McFarland offers an excellent benefits package including:

• Comprehensive City-paid medical, dental, and vision benefits for the employee and dependents.
• Life insurance of $50,000 (employee only).
• Retirement: Deferred Compensation 401(k) - The City of McFarland contributes an additional 10% of an employee's pay each pay period into a 401K plan, at no cost to the employee.
• 12 days' vacation and 12 days of sick pay accrued annually.

Application:

To apply, please complete an application online at www.mcfarlandcity.org and the Pre-Screening Information Packet. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of a City employment application.

Equal Opportunity Employer:

The City of McFarland is an Equal Opportunity Employer. In accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 (ADA), requests for special accommodations during any stage of the examination process should be made in advance to the Human Resources Department.