LEVEL 1 - Police Reserve Officer

LEVEL 1 - Police Reserve Officer City of Los Alamitos, CA - 3.5 Los Alamitos, CA Job Details Part-time $32.77 - $39.84 an hour 1 hour ago Benefits Health insurance Dental insurance Employee assistance program Vision insurance Life insurance Retirement plan Paid sick time Qualifications High school diploma or GED Driver's License Driving Peace Officer Certification State-specific police officer certification Full Job Description Description

APPLICATION FILING INFORMATION

This application period for this recruitment is Open Until Filled. Interested applicants are encouraged to apply early as applicants who apply after the first review are not guaranteed to be considered for this recruitment. Please note that the application filing period may close at any time, without notice, once a sufficient number of applications have been received for this recruitment.

REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS

: A copy of a current Resume is required to be attached to complete your On-Line application for this position. A copy of a Valid P.OS.T. Basic Certificate is required to be attached to complete your On-Line application for this position. A copy of a Cover Letter is required to be attached to complete your On-Line application for this position.

P OSITION

A Reserve Police Officer is a sworn position that functions as a part-time Police Officer. Reserve Officers work under the direction of a regular full-time officer or a supervisory depending on their assignment and/or Reserve classification. Examples of Duties

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

The Reserve Police Officer is required to operate and use the following equipment: Patrol Vehicle, Police Radio, Firearm, Handcuffs, Baton and Computer Keyboard. The Reserve Police Officer must be able to communicate verbally and in writing and engage in physical activity such as lifting, carrying or dragging heavy persons or objects, climbing or jumping over obstacles, and running. The Reserve Police Officer is required to enforce local, State and National laws; patrol the City; provide first aid; respond to citizen-reported incidents; conduct interviews at scenes of accidents; conduct crime scene investigations; arrest and detain persons; book evidence; make reports of incidents to direct supervisor; control traffic; investigate reported crimes, both at the scene and follow-up; and appear in court as a witness for the City. Typical Qualifications

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES

Knowledge of police activities and procedures; ability and maturity to deal effectively with the public; ability to prepare clear and accurate reports and present them verbally when required; and ability to qualify with a handgun.

REQUIRED EXPERIENCE AND TRAINING

Valid California Driver's License and a satisfactory driving record. High school diploma or equivalent. Graduation from an accredited Police Academy. Possession of a P.O.S.T. Basic Certificate. Level 1 Reserve Status

DESIREABLE EXPERIENCE AND TRAINING

Two years of college with major course work in Police Science or some other suitable combination of experience and education.