The Police Officer reports to the Chief of Police in the District Police Department, to be assigned District-wide. This position is 12 months per year; 40 hours per week. Work hours and schedule will vary as needed.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
- Patrol designated areas to preserve law and order; prevent and investigate crimes; enforce laws, regulations, and ordinances; ensure the safety of students, staff, the public, and District facilities. Protect District property through foot and vehicle patrols, building inspections, and monitoring of doors, windows, gates, and suspicious activity.
- Respond to complaints, disturbances, hazardous situations, injuries, accidents, fires, alarms, and other emergencies. Apprehend suspects, make arrests, issue citations, interview victims, complainants, witnesses, and suspects, prepare investigative and incident reports, and testify or present evidence in court.
- Participate in and conduct criminal investigations involving crimes against persons and property, auto theft, and narcotics; gather evidence and prepare cases for prosecution. Cooperate with other law enforcement agencies in the apprehension of offenders and investigation of offenses.
- Provide security at District functions; direct traffic and control parking; detect and report fire hazards and equipment malfunctions; provide information and assistance to students, staff, and the public regarding laws, procedures, and department activities; perform other related duties.
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS
High school diploma/GED or accredited college degree; 884-hour California P.O.S.T. Basic Law Enforcement Academy within 3 years plus 2,500 hours with a P.O.S.T.-accredited public safety agency and verifiable field training, or valid California P.O.S.T. Basic Certificate. Pass required background check. Valid California Driver’s License. Current First Aid/CPR certification.
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