Police Officer - Pre Service

Palm Springs Police Department; Palm Springs (CA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Palm Springs Police Department in Palm Springs, California, is seeking qualified applicants for Police Officer roles. The position involves enforcing laws, protecting people and property, and performing a range of technical and administrative duties.

Applicants must complete a California POST Certified Police Academy or have prior CA law enforcement experience, hold a high school diploma or equivalent, and possess a valid California driver license; must be 21 or older.

Qualifications

• Completion of a California P.O.S.T. Certified Police Academy.
• No experience required; either academy completion or prior California police officer experience within the state.
• High School Diploma or equivalent; POST Academy required.
• Possession of a valid California Driver License with a satisfactory driving record.
• Must be 21 years of age or greater.
• Cannot be related to any other employee in the Palm Springs Police Department.

Responsibilities

• Patrol designated areas to preserve law and order and enforce traffic laws.
• Respond to public service and incident calls; investigate crimes and gather evidence.
• Plan, execute, write and serve warrants; interview witnesses and suspects.
• Testify in court; maintain records and operate surveillance equipment.
• Assist other investigators and may serve in a lead capacity when needed.

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

California POST Certified Police Academy

Job description

Salary Note: Although the full salary range for this position is provided, appointments are made at the range minimum.

THE CITY:

Palm Springs, located in the Coachella Valley, is known for its luxurious yet relaxed lifestyle. Picture waking up to fresh air, surrounded by palm trees, and enjoying stunning mountain views. This city offers a perfect blend of nature and modern living for both residents and visitors. Palm Springs is ideal for families, offering numerous parks, gardens, and nature reserves for leisurely activities and wildlife encounters. With a wide range of attractions and events, there's always something fun for everyone in the family. To see the exciting things going on visit the Engage Palm Springs website. The City of Palm Springs is committed to cultivating a diverse, equitable, and inclusive workplace, from policies to inclusive healthcare, and making people of various backgrounds feel welcome and supported. To view our recent Human Rights Campaign, visit the Municipal Equity Index website.

THE POSITION:

This position works at the Palm Springs Police Department providing services in the enforcement of laws including; the protection of persons and property, the prevention of crimes; the control of traffic flow and enforcement of State and local traffic regulations; and performing a variety of technical and administrative tasks in support of the Police Department.

Essential and other important responsibilities and duties may include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Patrol a designated area of the City to preserve law and order and discover and prevent the commission of crimes; enforce traffic and other laws and ordinances.
• Respond to general public service and crime victim calls, traffic hazards, stray animal reports, and related misdemeanors and felony incidents.
• Plan, execute, write, and serve search warrants; search suspects, vehicles, residences and buildings for evidence, contra band and lost or missing people.
• Serve arrest warrants; make arrests for crimes committed under penal and institute codes; perform booking procedures for new prisoners; contact and interview witnesses to gain additional information.
• Process and store evidence and property found at various crime scenes; maintain records, and enter data into computer as necessary.
• Investigate organized crime and gang activities, subjects, groups, and representatives relative to assigned area of responsibility; collect intelligence information and produce cases and reports for presentation to the District Attorney.
• Review and investigate reports relating to vehicle theft and accidents.
• Conduct a variety of investigations relative to assigned area of responsibility including narcotics, crimes against property and persons; gather information from witnesses and informants; interview suspects; prepare reports, and follow up on investigations.
• Testify in juvenile and civil courts and DMV hearings; prepare and process court reports.
• Maintain and operate specialized police surveillance equipment including transmitters, radios, and cameras.
• Develop, conduct and participate in training exercises and classes; respond to and resolve questions and concerns; stay abreast of current crime trends and innovative policing techniques; implement new information into training programs as appropriate.
• Perform unique duties of assigned area of responsibility including SWAT, K-9, bicycle, and mounted police units.
• Assist other investigators and police divisions in related investigative activities.
• May serve in a lead capacity in the absence of immediate supervisor.
• Provide news releases to the media; conduct television interviews for public awareness.
• Perform related duties and responsibilities as required.

Minimum requirements must be clearly demonstrated on the application to be considered, however, meeting the minimum requirements does not guarantee an invitation to compete further in the selection process. Experience requirements must be demonstrated in the "Work Experience" section of the application, other sections of the application will not be used to determine experience qualifications. (One year of work experience is the equivalent of 12 months of full-time work. "Full-time work" means at least 36 hours of work over a period of one week or 1,872 hours of work over a period of at least 12 months.) Qualifications noted as "desirable" or "preferred" are not included as part of the minimum requirements.

Experience

Completion of (or current enrollment in) a California P.O.S.T. Certified Police Academy, or previously employed as a Police Officer within the State of California, within twelve (12) months of application. Must successfully pass the academy prior to the completion of a background investigation. No experience is required.

Training

High School Diploma or equivalent education, supplemented by the completion of a California P.O.S.T. Certified Police Academy is required.

License or Certificates

• Possession of, or ability to obtain, a valid California Driver License with a satisfactory driving record (a driving record may be deemed unsatisfactory for any of the following reasons: three or more moving violations or reportable accident within the last three years; conviction of driving under the influence within the last five years) is required.
• Completion of in the last 36 months (or current enrollment in) a California P.O.S.T. Certified Police Academy or previously employed as a Police Officer within the State of California, within twelve (12) months of application is required.
• Possession of, or ability to obtain, an appropriate, valid C.P.R. Certificate is required.

Additional Special Requirements

• Cannot be related to any other employee in the Palm Springs Police Department.
• Must be 21 years of age or greater.
• Incumbent will be enrolled in the California Department of Motor Vehicle (DMV) Pull Notice Program. The DMV Pull Notice Program provides information on t