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RESOLUTION NO. 2005-346
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF CARLSBAD,
CALIFORNIA, REVISING VARIOUS POLICE DEPARTMENT
CLASSIFICATIONS, DELETING ONE CLASSIFICATION AND AMENDING
THE POLICE DEPARTMENT SALARY SCHEDULE
WHEREAS, the Police Department requires reorganizing their staff functions and job
responsibilities in order to increase the efficiency of service delivery, provide greater
flexibility in staffing and enhance productivity; and
WHEREAS, it is desirable to revise current classifications, reclassify positions, and
delete one classification to meet the above objectives for a more effective operation; and
WHEREAS, it is desirable to revise and retitle classifications in order to reflect
current Department practice; and
WHEREAS, the City has met and conferred with the Carlsbad Police Officers’
Association regarding the impacts of these recommended changes to their members.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the City Council of the City of
Carlsbad, California, as follows:
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That the above recitations are true and correct.
That the City Council authorizes the reclassification of Community Service
Officer lTI positions to Community Service Officer II positions and the deletion of the
Community Service Officer ID positions and adopts the revised classification specification as
described in Attachment A attached to and incorporated into this resolution.
3. That the City Council adopts the revised classification of Lead
Communications Operator as described in Attachment B attached to and incorporated into this
resolution and approves of changing the classification title to Communications Supervisor.
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4. That the City Council approves of deleting the previous classification for
Communications Supervisor.
5. That the City Council adopts the revised classification of Senior Police Officer
as described in Attachment C attached to and incorporated into this resolution and approves of
changing the classification title to Police Corporal.
6. That the City Council adopts the revised classifications of Police Sergeant and
Police Officer as described in Attachments D and E attached to and incorporated into this
resolution.
7. That the City Council authorizes the amendment of the Carlsbad Police
Officers’ Association Salary Schedule to reflect the above changes.
PASSED, APPROVED, AND ADOPTED at a regular meeting of the Carlsbad City
Council held on the 6th day of December , 2005, by the following vote, to wit:
AYES: Council Members Lewis, Hall, Kulchin, Packard, Sigafoose
NOES: None
ABSENT: None
ATTEST:
ATTACHMENT A
CITY OF CARLSBAD
CLASS SPECIFICATION
JOB TITLE: COMMUNITY SERVICE OFFICER I /I1
DEPARTMENT: POLICE
BASIC FUNCTION:
Under direct supervision, performs a variety of routine community service,
paraprofessional and technical duties in support of police functions in assigned divisions
of the Police Department; and performs other related work.
DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS:
Community Service Officer I: This is an entry level class in the Community Service
Officer series and employees assigned to this class normally have little experience
involving police work. Community Service Officer I will be exposed to a variety of
assignments and cross-trainings with the intention that the position is normally
considered to be in a training status to develop skills, abilities and responsibilities of the
next level in this series. Within one year from date of hire, employee incumbents in the
Community Service Officer I class assist in a variety of non-sworn responsibilities
supporting law enforcement functions that are limited to duties of a routine nature, such
as clerical duties and occasional field work.
Community Services Officer 11: Performs more difficult journey-level duties working
independently and utilizing discretion in their job duties. Focuses on police support and
specialized tasks in critical or sensitive functional areas, such as assisting in
investigations, maintaining evidence, chain of custody, or crime scene evidence
collections, enhancing safety in parks and waterways, and coordinating special projects
and or events that impact the department and community. Advancement to this level
requires demonstrated competencies.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
Receives and responds to citizen inquiries and requests for police services in person and
by telephone;
Handles calls and communicates with the public;
Answers telephones, directs calls to appropriate divisional areas, and serves as a
receptionist;
Photographs and fingerprints individuals;
Performs clerical tasks related to assignments;
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Maintains a variety of statistics, police files and logs;
Coordinates and conducts police facility tours;
Conducts research and compiles information to support law enforcement functions;
Performs delivery and pick-up of: materials for court processing, police vehicles and
equipment for service or repair, and department supplies as assigned;
Assists in the maintenance and deposition of stolen or lostlfound property;
Community Services Officer I1
Enforces vehicle enforcement program, including but not limited to the tasks of marking,
citing, tagging and removing vehicles from City streets; issuing parking citations,
administering the DUI cost recovery program, and signing off on mechanical citations;
Takes traffic accident reports and performs traffic control at accident scenes;
Assists in administering the department's designated programs, such as domestic
violence, juvenile diversion, child abuse, property and evidence, crime prevention,
lagoon and park patrol, special events coordination and traffic;
Searches for lost children and evidence;
Collects, preserves and transports physical evidence from crime scene investigations,
including but not limited to, latent fingerprints, trace evidence, serological evidence,
narcotics, firearms and tool marks; documents crime scenes using cameras and a variety
of different photogenic films and techniques;
Maintains a variety of statistics, police files and logs, including utilizing automated
record keeping systems and accessing database information, such as in ARJIS;
Takes crime reports;
Prepares a variety of written correspondence, reports, newsletters, pamphlets and other
information materials as requested;
Assists with special projects and assignments;
Processes fingerprints using the CAL ID system (Automated California Fingerprint
Identification System); performs examinations on items of evidence both in the field and
in the laboratory for latent fingerprints using a combination of laser techniques, print
powders and chemicals;
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Assists in training staff as assigned;
Assists the District Attorney's Office and probation officers in presentation of cases and
court exhibits; testifies in court as required;
Coordinates special Police Department functions, community projects, etc;
Assists with administering department volunteer programs, neighborhood watch and
other crime prevention programs; participates in presentations, schedules activities,
serves as a liaison to participating agencies and groups, and prepares related
informational materials; conducts security inspections of commercial and residential
buildings; administers alarm ordinance and invoices for false alarms;
Performs lagoon and park patrol enforcement activities, including but not limited to,
patrolling by boat, vehicle, bicycle or on foot, enforcing lagoon use regulations, issuing
citations, investigating water accidents, patrolling parks and open areas and assisting in
environmental efforts, performing safety rescue and first aid if necessary, assisting with
disabled boats or minor accidents, and promoting safe recreation;
Enforces municipal code, vehicle code and penal code and issues citations as necessary;
Represents City interests in negotiations with special events promoters/applicants;
administers permits for special event activities;
Works closely with various community organizations, neighborhoods and all areas
affected by a special event; administers and monitors Special Event Program budget and
expenditures; acts as chairperson for the City Special Events Committee; performs any of
the duties listed in the Community Service Officer I and I1 job descriptions or other
duties as assigned;
Interviews victims and witnesses, screens and follows-up on investigations; refers victims
to the appropriate community resources, provides information to the community
regarding special events;
Performs other related duties as assigned.
QUALIFICATIONS:
Community Services Officer I
Knowledge of:
General office practices including operation of standard office equipment
including a computer terminal;
Basic record keeping principles and practices;
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Basic vehicle maintenance tasks;
Abilitv to:
Understand and follow written and oral instructions;
Write clear and accurate reports;
Perform routine clerical tasks;
Deal tactfully and courteously with employees and the public;
Learn, apply, and explain departmental policies, rules, instructions, laws and
regulations related to assigned tasks;
Operate computer terminal keyboards to enter and query information.
Community Services Officer I1 (In addition to the Community Services Officer I
qualifications and dependent on assignment)
Knowledge of:
Basic law enforcement organization, activities, terminology, practices and
regulations;
Laws, policies, regulations, codes and guidelines related to the job area assigned;
General office practices, including operation of standard office equipment and
computer terminals;
General procedures and techniques of evidence collection and preservation,
including fingerprint classifications;
Record keeping principles and practices;
Basic interviewing methods and principles;
Traffic accident investigation techniques;
Basic investigative techniques;
Various computer systems necessary to support administrative or clerical work or
investigative techniques;
Budget administration;
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Safe work methods and safety regulations pertaining to the work.
Ability to:
Interpret, apply and explain a variety of ordinances, rules and regulations;
Ensure effective community relations through various communication processes
including but not limited to negotiation and mediation techniques;
Understand and follow written and oral instructions;
Exercise sound independent judgment within general procedural and legal
guidelines;
Analyze situations and take effective action;
Write clear and accurate reports;
Perform routine clerical tasks;
Learn methods and techniques related to basic police functions;
Deal tactfully and courteously with employees and the public;
Operate computer terminal keyboards to enter and query information;
Prepare, maintain, file and index a variety of reports, records and other written
materials;
Render aid to persons in need;
Independently initiate and coordinate special events and or special projects of a
complex nature;
Chair and run meetings.
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:
Community Services Officer I
Any combination equivalent to the education and experience that could likely provide the
required knowledge and abilities is qualifying. A typical background may include:
Equivalent to graduation from high school and one year of full-time responsible
public contact experience. Familiarity of law enforcement functions is desirable.
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Community Services Officer I1 (In addition to the Community Services Officer I
qualifications)
One year of responsible experience including substantial public contact related to
public safety or experience at a level equivalent to the Community Service Officer
I. Additional vocational and/or college level coursework in criminal justice are
desirable.
SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:
Possession of a valid California Drivers’ License.
Must pass a detailed background investigation which may include a psychological
evaluation.
Must be willing to work overtime, rotating evening, night, weekend and holiday
shifts.
PHYSICAL AND ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONS:
Depending on the essential duties of the assignment, the physical and mental
requirements and environment may vary. While performing the duties of this class, an
employee is regularly required to sit; communicate in person and by telephone; operate
standard office equipment and reach with hands and arms in the course of gathering
evidence, assisting injured citizens, set-up or operation of special events, operating a
vehicle, bicycle or boat. An employee is frequently required to walk or stand during the
performance of patrols, special event preparation, or processing evidence. Specific vision
abilities required by this job include close vision and the ability to adjust focus; ability to
view specimens through a microscope and to read and operate office and computer
equipment as necessary during the course of the work assignments.
While performing the duties, employees of this class are regularly required to use written
and oral communication skills; read information and documents; observe and interpret
people and situations; learn and apply new information or skills; perform detailed work;
and interact with staff and others encountered in the course of work.
Incumbents may need to travel to various city locations or to off-site meetings as
necessary and as the assignment demands.
Park and lagoon patrol will also require operating a vehicle, driving a boat, riding a
bicycle or frequent walking for long durations. In emergency situations it may be
necessary to have the capability to lift or drag a human being.
Incumbents must successfully complete psychological assessment and or polygraph
examination or other testing deemed appropriate to carry out the responsibilities of the
position.
DATE APPROVED:
ATTACHMENT B
CITY OF CARLSBAD
CLASS SPECIFICATION
JOB TITLE:
DEPARTMENT:
COMMUNICATIONS SUPERVISOR
POLICE
BASIC FUNCTION:
Under general supervision, to assume shift responsibility in police and fire safety
communications services; perform a variety of administrative and emergency tasks in support
of the police and fire department operations; and perform other related work as assigned.
DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS:
Communications Supervisor is a non-sworn classification responsible for providing
direction to subordinate personnel in police and fire dispatch activities on each shift. The
position performs Computer Aided Dispatch (C.A.D.) system backup procedures and
operates the system to produce reports as required. This level is distinguished from the
Communications Manager who is responsible for the operation and supervision of police and
fire dispatch activities on all shifts.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
Conduct supervisory activities involving the dispatch of routine and emergency services, such
as in ambulance, tow trucks and paramedic services for a shift operation;
Provide instructions to subordinates and answer questions; assist in coordinating scheduling
and completion of work unit projects; inspect work for accuracy and completeness; evaluate
work techniques and methods for conformance to established work standards and report to
Communications Supervisor as necessary;
Respond to inquiries from the public and other departmental or City employees; provide
explanation of work unit technical processes and functions requiring an understanding of
policies and procedures; advise the Watch Commander of pertinent incoming information
and potential operating problems;
Conduct training, or supervise such activity; assist in preparing and maintaining the Dispatch
Training Manual; advise and otherwise provide assistance and training to other department
personnel regarding communications services and equipment operation;
Participate in the development of, and implement policies and procedures relating to safety
communications services; assist in preparing and maintaining operations manuals and
initiatives related to the Dispatch Center;
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Prepare tape recordings as requested of radio and telephone communications for use as court
evidence, in response to subpoenas, for training, or for other authorized purposes;
Enter and update emergency, caution and related files into the computer system;
Requisition supplies and other materials as needed; maintain an inventory of supplies for the
Dispatch Center;
Supervise, train and evaluate assigned staff;
Represent the department in relations with professional associations, other agencies and
organizations;
Perform other related duties as assigned.
REPORTING RELATIONSHIP:
This position reports to the Communications Manager
OU ALIFI CAT1 ON S :
Knowledge of:
Organization and functions of municipal law enforcement and fire departments;
Operational principles and practices of a police and fire radio-telephone emergency
communications and dispatching system, including emergency (9 1 1) system
operation;
Geography of the City of Carlsbad and environs;
Appropriate agencies for handling of public safety complaints/problems/emergencies;
General office and administrative practices and procedures, including rules and
procedures involved in release and maintenance of police records and files;
English usage, spelling, punctuation, and grammar;
Practices of supervision and training.
Abilitv to:
Communicate with the public and quickly identify the emergency dispatch needs;
Handle multiple situations on a simultaneous basis;
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Exercise sound judgment in making priority decisions;
Remain calm in emergency situations;
Read, interpret and communicate map information accurately;
Plan, schedule and coordinate the work of assigned personnel;
Work effectively without direct supervision;
Communicate effectively in written and oral form;
Develop and maintain effective working relationships with those contacted in the
course of work.
EXPERIENCE AND EDUCATION:
Any combination equivalent to the experience and education that could likely provide the
required knowledge and abilities is qualifying. A typical way to obtain the required
knowledge, skill and ability would be:
Two years of experience involving the operation of an emergency law enforcement
and/or fire dispatch system, comparable to Communications Operator I1 at the City of
Carlsbad.
SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:
Must possess a Police Officer Standards of Training (P.O.S.T.) Basic Dispatch Course
Certificate.
Experience in Computer Aided Dispatch (CAD) system is required.
Dispatch operations run on a 24-hour per day, seven day a week schedule. Incumbents will
be subject to rotating shifts and varying schedules to meet the needs of the operation.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS AND ENVIRONMENTAL SETTING
Positions in this class are typically situated in an office environment (Police Communication
Center) resulting in little exposure to the weather. The working environment may range from
periods of high volume emergency and life-threatening calls for service to periods of little
activity. The position is subject to stressful time-pressure situations and occasional boredom.
Persons in this position must be able to do the following: sit for prolonged periods of time;
hear and transmit radio transmissions and instructions; see and read an activity screen, use a
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keyboard; and wear headsets for prolonged periods of time. Persons in this position may
occasionally drive to meetings or to deliver materials to other locations as necessary.
DATE APPROVED:
ATTACHMENT C
CITY OF CARLSBAD
CLASS SPECIFICATION
JOB TITLE:
DEPARTMENT:
POLICE CORPORAL
POLICE
BASIC FUNCTION:
Under general supervision, to perform law enforcement and crime prevention work; to
control traffic flow and enforce state and local traffic regulations; to perform investigative
work; and to do other related work as assigned, including to have responsible charge of
police field and investigative duties.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
As a police corporal, patrol the city, answer calls for the protection of life and property,
participate in all normal patrol activities, including enforcement of City, County, and
State laws; conduct both preliminary and follow-up investigations of disturbances,
prowlers, burglaries, thefts, robberies, vehicle accidents, deaths, and other criminal
incidents;
Maintain discipline and ensure that Department and City rules and policies are followed;
Make arrests as necessary: interview victims, complainants, and witnesses; interrogate
suspects; gather and preserve evidence; testify and present evidence in court;
Administer first aid when necessary and conduct in-service training;
Contact and cooperate with other law enforcement agencies in matters relating to the
investigation of crimes in the apprehension of offenders;
Assist officers in preparing reports in cases for trial and personally appear in court to
present evidence and testimony, as necessary;
Prepare reports, conduct investigations, and observe unusual incidents;
Assist officers with follow-up investigations and personally participate in investigations,
including all routine gathering of evidence, questioning of witnesses and apprehension of
suspects;
Serve warrants and subpoenas;
Review reports submitted by officers, make recommendations and suggestions for
correction and improvement;
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Stop drivers operating vehicles in violation of laws; warn drivers against unlawful
practices; issue citations;
Check buildings for physical security; receive, search, book, fingerprint, and transport
prisoners; direct traffic at fires, special events, and other emergencies or congested
situations;
As assigned, participate as an investigative officer in adult and juvenile, misdemeanor
and felony investigative work;
Confer with prosecutors and maintain contact with other law enforcement agencies;
Maintain contact with citizens regarding potential law enforcement problems and
preserve good relationships with the general public;
Serve as acting police sergeant when necessary;
Perform other related duties as assigned.
OUALIFICATIONS :
Knowledge of:
Police methods and procedures, including patrol, crime prevention, traffic control,
investigation and identification techniques and police records and reports;
Criminal law with particular reference to the apprehension, arrest and custody of
persons committing misdemeanors and felonies, including rules or evidence
pertaining to the search and seizure and the preservation and presentation of
evidence in traffic and criminal cases;
Principles and practices of supervision and training.
Abilitv to:
Supervise and train subordinates;
Observe accurately and remember names, faces, numbers, incidents and places;
Analyze situations and adopt effective courses of action;
Interpret and apply laws and regulations;
Use and maintain firearms;
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Think and act quickly in emergencies and judge situations and people accurately;
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Associate
30 45 Degree
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Prepare accurate and grammatically correct reports;
Establish and maintain cooperative-working relationships with those contacted in
the course of work;
Understand and carry out oral and written directions;
Effectively utilize computer and electronic data resources;
Perform the essential job functions of a police officer, as established by City and
State guidelines.
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:
Completion of Carlsbad Police Department probation; possession of (or eligibility to
receive) a California Intermediate POST certificate; and at least two (2) years of patrol
operations experience with a California law enforcement agency.
The Regular or Specialized Intermediate Certificate Requirements:
(a)
(b)
Possess or be eligible to possess an intermediate certificate; and
Satisfy the prerequisite basic course training requirement and have acquired the
training and education points and/or the college degree designated and the
prescribed years of law enforcement experience in one of the following
combinations:
Combination
Minimum Training
Points Required
Minimum Education
Points or Degree
Required
Years of Law
Enforcement Experience
Required
5
Baccalaureate
Degree
2
SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:
Must meet the standards established for peace officers as defined by California
Government Code Section 103 1.
Possession of a valid California Driver’s License.
ATTACHMENT D
CITY OF CARLSBAD
CLASS SPECIFICATION
JOB TITLE: POLICE SERGEANT
DEPARTMENT: POLICE
BASIC FUNCTION:
Under direction, have responsible charge of police field or office operations on an
assigned shift, division or special assignment; supervise and personally perform
investigative duties; and do other related work as assigned.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
As a police sergeant, supervise the patrol, traffic, investigative and communications
activities during an assigned shift;
Maintain discipline and ensure that Department and City rules and policies are followed;
As assigned, plan, supervise and participate as an investigative supervisor in adult and
juvenile investigative work.
Participate in all normal patrol activities, including enforcing local and state laws, issuing
citations, making arrests, administering first aid and transporting prisoners;
Assist officers with follow-up investigations and personally participate in investigations,
including all routine gathering of evidence, questioning of witnesses and apprehension of
suspects;
Assist officers in preparing reports in cases for trial and personally appear in court to
present evidence and testimony;
Prepare duty rosters and assign personnel to various work assignments, shifts and places
of work;
Serve warrants and subpoenas;
Confer with prosecutors and maintain contact with other law enforcement agencies;
Review reports submitted by officers; conduct in-service training; prepare reports of shift
activity;
Review all reports and make recommendations and suggestions to officers for correction
and improvement;
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Interview victims, complainants, witnesses and suspects; prepare investigation reports;
testify and present evidence in court;
Contact and cooperate with other law enforcement agencies in matters relating to the
apprehension of offenders;
Analyze data concerning Departmental activities and prepare reports and statistics;
Assist in budget preparation and administration;
Supervise, train and evaluate assigned staff;
Serve as acting police lieutenant or police captain when necessary;
Perform other related duties as assigned.
QUALIFICATIONS:
Knowledee of:
Police methods and procedures, including patrol, crime prevention, traffic control,
investigation and identification techniques and police records and reports;
Criminal law with particular reference to the apprehension, arrest and custody of
persons committing misdemeanors and felonies, including rules of evidence
pertaining to the search and seizure and the preservation and presentation of
evidence in traffic and criminal cases;
Principles and practices of supervision and training.
Ability to:
Supervise, schedule and train subordinates;
Analyze situations and adopt effective courses of action;
Interpret and apply laws and regulations;
Observe accurately and remember names, faces, numbers, incidents and places;
Use and maintain firearms;
Effectively utilize computer and electronic data resources;
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Combination
Minimum Training Points
Required
Minimum Education Points
or Degree Required
Think and act quickly in emergencies and judge situations and people accurately;
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30 45
Associate
30 45 Degree
Communicate clearly and concisely, orally and in writing;
Baccalaureate
Degree
Establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with those contacted in
the course of work;
Masters
Degree
Understand and carry out oral and written directions;
Perform the essential job functions of a police officer, as established by City and
State guidelines;
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:
Completion of Carlsbad Police Department probation; possession of (or eligible to
receive) a California Advanced POST certificate; and at least three (3) years of patrol
operations experience with a California law enforcement agency as a sworn officer.
The Regular or Specialized Advanced Certificate Requirements:
(a)
(b)
Possess or be eligible to possess an intermediate certificate; and
SatisfL the prerequisite basic course training requirement and have acquired the
training and education points and/or the college degree designated and the
prescribed years of law enforcement experience in one of the following
combinations:
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Years of Law Enforcement
Experience Required 1121 9 1 9 6 I4
SPECIAL REOUIREMENTS:
Must meet the standards established for peace officers as defined by California
Government Code Section 103 1.
Must have possession of a valid California driver license.
ATTACHMENT E
CITY OF CARLSBAD
CLASS SPECIFICATION
JOB TITLE: POLICE OFFICER
DEPARTMENT: POLICE
BASIC FUNCTION:
Under general supervision, to perform law enforcement and crime prevention work; to
control traffic flow and enforce state and local traffic regulations; to perform
investigative work; and to do related work as assigned.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
Patrol City in radio car or on foot; answer calls for the protection of Life and property,
and the enforcement of City, county, and state laws; may conduct both preliminary and
follow-up investigations of disturbances, prowlers, burglaries, thefts, holdups, vehicle
accidents, death, and other criminal incidents;
Make arrests as necessary; interview victims, complainants, and witnesses; interrogate
suspects; gather and preserve evidence; testify and present evidence in court;
Contact and cooperate with other law enforcement agencies in matters relating to the
Investigation of crimes and the apprehension of offenders;
Prepare reports of arrests made, investigations conducted, and unusual incidents
observed;
Serve warrants and subpoenas;
While on patrol, stop drivers who are operating vehicles in violation of laws; warn
drivers against unlawful practices; issue citations and make arrests as necessary; check
buildings for physical security; receive, search, book, fingerprint, and transport prisoners;
direct traffic at fire, special events, and other emergency or congested situations;
Administer first aid in emergency situations;
As assigned by the Police Chief, participate as an investigative officer in a
comprehensive program involving Juvenile delinquency and the investigation of
alternative methods for handling Juveniles in the criminal Justice system;
Maintain contact with citizens regarding potential law enforcement problems and
preserve good relationships with the general public;
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QUALIFICATIONS:
Abilitv to:
Observe accurately and remember names, faces, numbers, incidents and places;
Use and care for firearms;
Think and act quickly in emergencies and judge situations and people accurately;
Learn, understand, and interpret laws and regulations;
Prepare accurate and grammatically correct written reports;
Learn standard broadcasting procedures of a police radio system;
Establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with those contacted in
the course of work;
Understand and carry out oral and written directions;
Meet standards of physical stature, endurance, and agility established by the City.
EXPERIENCE AND EDUCATION:
Any combination equivalent to experience and education that could likely provide
the required abilities is qualifying. A typical way to obtain these abilities would
be graduation from high school or equivalent.
SPECIAL REQUIREMENT:
Must meet the standards established for peace officers as defined by California
Government Code Section 103 1.
Possess an appropriate California Driver's License.
Obtain a Peace Officers Standards and Training Basic Certificate.
As a condition of continued employment shall satisfactorily complete an annual
physical fitness program which will include physical agility and medical testing
authorized by the City Council and prescribed by the City Manager.
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