Police Officer (Lateral)

GovernmentJobs.com — City of Modesto; Modesto (CA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

The Modesto Police Department seeks experienced Police Officers to advance your career and join a dedicated team in Modesto, California, with opportunities to serve a diverse community.

Officers will perform law enforcement duties, crime prevention, traffic control and investigative work; they support special programs, follow state and local laws and departmental policies, and use modern technology to gather evidence and communicate clearly both orally and in writing.

Job description

Looking to advance your career in law enforcement? The Modesto Police Department is seeking experienced Police Officers. Join our team today!

The Police Officer is responsible to perform law enforcement and crime prevention work; to control traffic flow and enforce State and local municipal codes, violations, and traffic regulations; to perform investigative work; to participate in and provide support and assistance to special crime prevention and enforcement programs; and to perform a variety of technical and administrative tasks in support o Knowledge of: City, state and federal laws, statutes, ordinances and court decisions; departmental policies; criminal investigations principles and practices; law enforcement crime prevention community and problem-oriented policing principles; interviewing and interrogation techniques; collection of evidence; and technology including various computer hardware, software applications and electronic applications.

Ability to: Work in a community-based oriented policing environment, communicate clearly and accurately, both orally and in writing; exercise tact, self-restraint and good judgement; demonstrate collaborative problem solving abilities, de-escalate tense and volatile si