POLICE OFFICER Lateral Only The Bear Valley Police Department, a modern equipped and forward thinking agency, serving over 40 square miles in the beautiful mountains of Tehachapi, CA (located near Hwy 58 between Bakersfield and Palmdale/Lancaster), is seeking dynamic, community oriented individuals wishing to apply for the position of Police Officer. (Current entry level salary is $3,820 mo.) Lateral starting salary may be more dependent upon experience and certifications. Patrol Officers currently work 12-hour shifts and are assigned take-home vehicles. Possession of a POST Basic cert, or greater, is preferred. Visit www.bearvalleypd.com for more department info. ***Negotiations are under way for a new contract, including a 3.5% COLA effective 7/01/2011*** Generous Benefits Package including: · 2% @50 PERS retirement program · Vacation: 1-5 yrs (2 weeks); 6-15 yrs (3 weeks); 16-20 yrs (4 weeks); 21+ yrs (5 weeks) · One day per month sick leave · P.O.S.T. certificate incentive pay · Medical plan · Dental and Optical plans · Longevity pay · Education reimbursement program · Generous uniform allowance (increased with CPI yearly) · Eleven (11) paid holidays per year · Three personal use days per year, plus an additional day off for “safe” work practices · Long term disability and life insurance policies paid · BVPOA is represented by PORAC Apply in person at: 25101 Bear Valley Road, Tehachapi, CA 93561, call for application at 661-821-3239, or download printable application . You can also contact BVPD Investigations at dave.watts@bvcsd.com . Deadline to apply is Friday, 7/8/2011. Testing scheduled to begin immediately.
Police Officer Opportunities
The Bear Valley Police Department is accepting applications for the position of
Reserve Officer Opportunities
Currently recruiting for Reserve Officers. Applications should be submitted to Reserve Coordinator Officer R. Walthers.
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Description of Duties
- Aids in preventing crime and enforcing Federal, State, County and District laws.
- Observes, reports and acts upon conditions conducive to crime and danger such as checking buildings, assisting other officers, enforcing traffic, making arrests, transporting prisoners and investigating crime(s).
- Using own judgment, determines the nature of a call for service, investigates the circumstances and may take necessary or prudent action.
- Provides assistance to the public in emergency and non-emergency situations; administers first aid/requests appropriate medical response; performs crisis intervention in sensitive situations and domestic disputes; educates the public on laws and ordinances; assists citizens with complaints and inquiries and directs them to the appropriate authority.
- Responds to emergency radio calls and investigates accidents, robberies, civil disturbances, domestic disputes, fights, drunkenness, missing persons, prowlers, abuse of drugs, etc; takes appropriate law enforcement action when appropriate.
- Prepares a variety of written and oral reports.
- Assists in the investigation of crimes, interviewing of witnesses, victims and suspects and provides feedback to the appropriate people; collects and documents evidence.
- Appears in court, and is available to testify in matters which the reserve officer has knowledge of whether it be criminal or civil.
- Maintains proficiency in the use of police related equipment.
- Prepares and maintains legible, concise and understandable record of activities (i.e. notebook).
- Performs special assignments related to investigations, crime prevention and traffic enforcement.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
Experience and Requirements
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Knowledge of District ordinances, State and Federal laws; content, intent and application of California criminal law; adult and juvenile judicial procedures; civil and constitutional laws; Departmental policies and procedures; laws of arrest and search and seizure; techniques of interview and interrogation; criminal case preparation; crime scene management; oral and written communication skills.
Ability to prepare clear and concise written reports; communicate effectively, both orally and in writing; analyze dangerous situations rapidly and accurately before taking safe effective action; enforce federal, state, county and district laws; work with the public in a courteous respectful manner.
Necessary Special Qualifications
Must possess, or be able to obtain by time of hire, a valid California Driver’s License without record of suspension or revocation in any state; ability to meet Department’s physical standards; no felony convictions.
Working Conditions
Work is performed in both office and field settings in all weather conditions.
Physical Demands
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
While performing the duties of this job, the reserve is frequently required to sit, and talk or hear. The reserve is occasionally required to stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle, or operate objects, controls, or tools listed above; reach with hands and arms; climb or balance; run, stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl; and taste or smell.
The reserve may be required to carry, drag, or restrain individuals from 50 to 300 pounds and lift in excess of 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.
Hazards
Conditions present high stress and threat to personal safety during periods of search and seizure and arrest; may be exposed to toxic materials, bloodborne pathogens and other infectious environments; have to deal with unruly or dangerous individuals, unsafe building sites and deadly force; may be required to extend work schedule during emergency situations.
Dispatch Opportunities
No positions currently available. Applications should be submitted to Dispatch Supervisor D. Andrade for future opportunities.
Explorer Opportunities
Positions available. Applications should be submitted to Explorer Coordinator Officer B. Ritchie.
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V.I.P.S. Opportunities
Positions available. Applications should be submitted to V.I.P.S. Captain A. Dameron.
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