Police Officer (Lateral Officers)

Connected by Amazing Employees The City of Murrieta is accepting applications for the position of Police Officer (Lateral Officers) to fill current vacancies for the City of Murrieta Police Department . The eligibility list established may be used to fill upcoming vacancies within this classification for up to one (1) year. DESCRIPTION Under general supervision, patrols an assigned area in the prevention of crime and enforcement of law and order; carries out special assignments related to departmental operations or law enforcement in general; conducts investigations; performs related work as assigned. This is the journey-level class in the professional police class series requiring sworn peace officer status. Incumbents are assigned to any of a number of functional areas within the Police Department. SUPERVISION RECEIVED AND EXERCISED Receives direction and supervision from higher-level sworn personnel. Does not exercise supervision over staff CLASS CHARACTERISTICS The Police Officer is the journey-level class in the Police Officer series in which incumbents are expected to independently perform the full scope of assigned law enforcement duties and responsibilities under general supervision. Incumbents may receive special assignments to detectives, motors, and special task forces. This classification is distinguished from the next higher classification of Police Corporal in that the latter is responsible for the performance of the more complex and difficult tasks and for providing field supervision of assigned personnel and activities. E SSENTIAL FUNCTIONS Management reserves the right to add, modify, or remove job duties as necessary and will make reasonable accommodations consistent with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and California Fair Employment and Housing Act (FEHA) to enable qualified individuals to perform the position’s essential functions. The omission of a specific duty does not preclude it from being assigned if it is similar, related, or logically aligned with the role’s overall responsibilities . Patrol, either in a vehicle or on foot, an assigned area during an assigned shift and look for indicators of possible criminal activity or threats to life and property; answer calls for police services Enforce city, county, and state laws Make field contacts and complete forms; conduct both preliminary and follow-up investigations; detect and resolve problems associated with law enforcement and/or quality-of-life issues Make arrests as necessary; serve warrants and subpoenas; conduct search and seizure involving people, vehicles, and structures Interview victims, complainants, and witnesses; interrogate suspects; gather and preserve evidence; receive, search, and book prisoners; fingerprint and transport prisoners; testify and present evidence in court; write reports and field notes; attend briefings and training sessions Perform routine maintenance on assigned patrol vehicle, firearms, and other equipment Make traffic stops and issue warnings and citations; check vehicles and observe occupants; investigate scenes of vehicle accidents, provide emergency medical care as necessary and respond to calls for medical assistance, direct traffic and arrange for clearing of roadway Assist the public and answers questions; establish and maintain good relationships with the general public As required, may be assigned: As a training officer for new police officers To make presentations before a variety of public groups To serve as a School Resource Officer To work as a member of the Special Enforcement Team targeting career criminals such as gang members, drug addicts, and parolees To serve in a Narcotic Task Force To direct, supervise and coordinate police officers and non-sworn employees when a sergeant is not available To work in a traffic enforcement detail To assist detectives in investigations of complex and lengthy crimes As a member of the DARE team, teaching in local schools EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE Any combination of education, training, and experience that provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities may be considered qualifying. A typical way to obtain the required qualifications includes: Lateral Officers High School Diploma or equivalent and Successful completion of California Peace Officer Standards and Training (POST) certified Police Academy and One (1) year of current, full-time experience as a police officer with a public agency (must have satisfactorily completed the probationary period at time of appointment). Preference given to applicants with patrol experience Licenses and Certifications Driving is an essential job function; therefore, a valid California Driver's License is required. Possession of a valid California POST Basic Certificate or valid California POST Basic Course Waiver at the time of Application (Laterals only) Possession of a valid California Peace Officer Standards and Training (POST) certified Police Academy Certificate (Academy Graduates only) Additional Requirements Must be at least 21 years of age at the time of appointment Must successfully complete a criminal and traffic record check, background investigation, and physical and psychological examination Must possess U.S. Citizenship at the time of appointment SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS Disaster Service Workers In accordance with Government Code 3100, this position is declared to be a disaster service worker subject to such disaster service activities as may be assigned to them by their superiors or by law. Full Background + Psychological & Polygraph (Tier 7) Final candidates must successfully complete a rigorous pre-employment screening process, including a full background investigation, Department of Justice Live Scan (DOJ/LS), Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) fingerprint clearance, a safety (job-related) pre-employment physical examination, and a psychological evaluation. Candidates must also successfully complete a polygraph examination. KNOWLEDGE OF Modern practices and tech