Police Officer/Lateral Transfer

JoinGPD; California; On-site; USD 50,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

An established law enforcement agency is seeking dedicated individuals to join as police officers. This role emphasizes exceptional customer service, community engagement, and ethical conduct. Officers will respond to emergencies, enforce laws, and ensure public safety while maintaining a high standard of professionalism. Candidates must be currently employed by a California POST agency, possess a high school diploma or GED, and have graduated from an accredited law enforcement academy. Join a team committed to serving the community and making a positive impact.

Qualifications

• Must be currently employed as a police officer with a California POST agency.
• Ability to provide exceptional customer service and handle emergencies.

Responsibilities

• Respond to calls for service and provide assistance to the public.
• Apprehend suspects and enforce traffic laws.

Skills

Exceptional customer service

Independent judgment

Community-Based Policing

Report writing

Conflict resolution

Education

High school diploma or GED

Graduation from California POST Academy

Tools

Personal computers

Job description

MUST BE CURRENTLY EMPLOYED BY A CALIFORNIA POST LAW ENFORCEMENT AGENCY AS A POLICE OFFICER.

Appointments to this sworn classification are made from a "Lateral Entry List" which contains the names of candidates who are currently employed by a California POST law enforcement agency as a police officer.

Essential functions of the job include, but are not limited to, the following:

All classifications may perform the following essential functions:

1. Ensures Department services are provided with exceptional customer service and the highest level of ethical standards.
2. Responds to calls for service regarding accidents, emergencies, crimes, threats, altercations and/or requests for aid. Provides information and assistance to the public.
3. Emphasizes a Community-Based Policing philosophy focused on community interaction and collaborative problem solving.
4. Administers first aid to injured persons. Interviews, interrogates and records statements from witnesses, suspects and victims. Identifies relevant facts and prepares written reports on incidents and cases assigned.
5. Apprehend suspects by driving safely at high speeds, chasing suspects on foot, climbing over obstacles, physically subduing suspects, utilizing self-defense and arrest control techniques, and utilizing firearms under appropriate conditions.
6. Enforces traffic laws, directs traffic, issues citations and warnings. Investigates accidents and accident scenes.
7. Investigates matters involving juveniles, reports of child neglect and juvenile delinquency. Refers juveniles to the appropriate authorities.
8. Serves subpoenas, serves warrants, testifies in court, marks and stores evidence, apprehends suspects, makes arrests as prescribed by law, and confers with City/District Attorney's Office to provide information for case preparation.
9. Assumes responsibility for ensuring the duties of the position are performed in a safe, efficient manner.
10. Performs other related duties as assigned or as the situation requires.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

Knowledge of and skill in:

Exceptional customer service practices.

Skill in:

Making independent judgments and decisions based upon standard policy or procedure.

Ability to:

1. Provide exceptional customer service to those using Police Department services.
2. Model and practice the highest standards of ethical conduct.
3. Deal calmly with angry, upset, and frightened people.
4. Develop necessary skills from on-the-job training and meet the standards of performance for the classification by the end of the probationary period.
5. Establish smooth working relationships and effectively resolve interpersonal conflicts.
6. Emphasize a Community-Based Policing philosophy focused on community interaction and collaborative problem solving.
7. Read, write and comprehend directions in English.
8. Remain poised and controlled in threatening or violent situations.
9. Write clear, accurate, detailed reports based on field notes of events.

Other Characteristics
Willingness to:

• Work overtime as requested.
• Assume responsibility for maintaining a safe working environment.

Experience

Currently employed and in good standing with a California Law Enforcement Agency as a police officer.

Education/Training

Graduation from high school or attainment of GED, HiSet or CHSPE certificate. Graduation from an accredited California POST Law Enforcement Academy.

License(s)/Certification(s)

Valid Class C California driver's license.

Special Conditions

Applicants must be of good moral character, with no felony or misdemeanor convictions involving moral turpitude.

Must be a minimum of 21 years of age at the time of appointment as a Police Officer.

Must be legally authorized to work in the United States under federal law.

Desirable Qualifications

Knowledge and/or use of personal computers.

Medical/Psychological Standards

All candidates must pass a pre-placement medical examination and a psychological evaluation. https://post.ca.gov/medical-screening-manual

Hearing

Acceptable as to City standards.

Residence

Within four months of employment, all employees of the Glendale Police Department are required to live within a radius of sixty contiguous land miles of the Glendale Civic Center.

Note

An equivalent combination of experience, education and/or training may substitute for the listed minimum requirements.

Exceptional Customer Service Policy

The City of Glendale places a high importance on quality customer service and prides itself for the high level of services it provides by every employee of the organization. As employees of the City of Glendale, we are committed to providing our diverse community and each other with courteous, considerate, and personal attention.

APPLICATION EVALUATION: (PASS/FAIL) To evaluate the applicant's minimum qualifications and review required supporting documentation.

ORAL INTERVIEW: (Weight of 100%) To evaluate the applicant's experience, education, and general background for the position. Candidates must pass the exam component with a minimum score of 70.00% in order to be placed on the eligible list.

BACKGROUND INVESTIGATION: A comprehensive background investigation will be conducted on all finalists, which will review and verify personal history including, but not limited to financial responsibility, criminal history, drug use history, driving record, and verification of application materials. Significant issues or omissions in the above-stated areas may be grounds for disqualification. Background investigation will include a polygraph and Livescan fingerprinting. For further information, please contact the Professional Standards Bureau at [phone].

TIME AND PLACE OF THE EXAMINATION WILL BE ANNOUNCED. The City of Glendale conforms with State and Federal obligations to make reasonable accommodation for applicants and employees with disabilities. The Human Resources Department asks that it be advised of special needs at least five days prior to the first test part so that a reasonable accommodation may be made. The provisions of this bulletin do not constitute an express or implied contract. In compliance with the Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986, the City of Glendale requires that all new employees provide documentation to establish both work authorization and identity.

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