Police Officer Lateral

Top Step Officer with Maximum Incentives: $134,280 Annually This recruitment is continuous and may close without further notice. To perform a variety of peace officer duties in the enforcement of laws, the protection of persons and property, and crime prevention and suppression; to perform assignments in specialized areas including motorcycle patrol, K-9 programs, street crime prevention, gang suppression, community oriented police and related program areas; and to perform a variety of duties relative to assigned areas of responsibility. ESSENTIAL AND MARGINAL FUNCTION STATEMENTS -- Essential and other important responsibilities and duties may include, but are not limited to, the following: 1. Performs a variety of peace officer duties in the enforcement of laws, the protection of persons and property, and crime prevention and suppression; performs assignments in specialized areas including motorcycle patrol, K-9 program, street crime prevention, gang suppression, community oriented police and related program areas. 2. Enforces state, local and federal laws and ordinances; issues verbal warnings and citations; pursues and apprehends suspects; coordinates crime scene control and investigation activities. 3. Patrols a designated area of the City to ensure security of life and property, observe situations and deter or prevent the commission of crimes; enforce traffic and other laws and ordinances. 4. Responds to general public service and crime victim calls, traffic hazards, stray animal reports and related misdemeanors and felony incidents; deploys police dog to protect self and others as assigned. 5. Plans, executes, writes and serves search warrants; search suspects, vehicles, residences and buildings for evidence, contraband, and lost or missing people. 6. Serves arrest warrants; makes arrests for crimes committed under penal and institute codes; performs booking procedures for new prisoners; contacts and interviews suspects and witnesses to gain additional information. 7. Processes and stores evidence and property found at various crime scenes; maintains records and enters data into computer as necessary. 8. Investigates traffic accidents and incidents; responds to calls; requests emergency services as required; provides traffic and crowd control. 9. Prepares a variety of reports and documents on assigned cases; prepares and maintains files; ensures documentation of all case activities. 10. Reviews and investigates reports relating to vehicle theft/accidents and cellular phone fraud; identifies locations of illicit drug use and sales. 11. Provides assistance in a variety of investigations relative to assigned area of responsibility including narcotics, crime suppression and theft; gathers information from witnesses and informants; interviews suspects; prepares reports and follows up on investigations. 12. Testifies in juvenile and civil courts and associated hearings; prepares and processes documents and reports as assigned. 13. Maintains and operates specialized police surveillance equipment including transmitters, radios and cameras. 14. Performs related duties and responsibilities as required. EXPERIENCE AND TRAINING GUIDELINES Minimum requirements as a condition of hire: Experience: Completion of the Police Academy. Must be currently employed or have been employed within the previous twelve months (and completed probation) as a Peace Officer with a POST recognized California Law Enforcement Agency. Training: High School diploma or equivalent supplemented by course work in police science, criminal justice or a related field. Licenses and Certifications: Must possess a valid California Basic P.O.S.T. Certificate. This Certificate Must be attached to your application. Possession of a State of California driver license. Knowledge of: Operations, services and activities of a law enforcement program. Law enforcement terminology and concepts. Police methods and procedures including patrol, crime prevention, traffic control and investigation. Methods and techniques of investigating criminal activity. Problem solving methods and techniques. Rules of evidence pertaining to search and seizure, and preservation. Laws governing the rights of citizens including apprehension, arrest and custody procedures. Methods and techniques of communicating and implementing crime prevention programs. Use of firearms and other modern police equipment. Operational characteristics of police equipment and tools. Pertinent Federal, State and local laws, codes and regulations. Ability to: Perform a wide range of law enforcement assignments. Use and care for firearms and other police equipment. Prepare clear and concise reports on criminal activities. Interpret and enforce City and State laws, codes and ordinances. Work independently in the absence of supervision. Communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing. Understand and follow oral and written instructions. Establish and maintain effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work. Maintain physical condition appropriate to the performance of assigned duties and responsibilities. Background Check Process All appointments to this position are subject to the successful completion of an in-depth background investigation conducted by the Rialto Police Department as well as a physical examination including a drug screening. The background investigation is a rigorous process. A typical background investigation includes but is not limited to: background interviews with individuals designated by the Rialto Police Department (this may include current and former co-workers, friends, relatives, neighbors, or any other relevant individual), criminal background check, credit check, polygraph examination, and physiological evaluation. Candidates may be disqualified from further consideration during the background investigation for a variety of reasons including if they have: an excessiv