Police Officer Lateral

Police Officer (Lateral or Academy Graduate Only) | CalOpps Skip to main content Home City of San Rafael Police Officer (Lateral or Academy Graduate Only) San Rafael Police Officer (Lateral or Academy Graduate Only) (20138537) Category Law Enforcement Region Northern Bay Area Job Type Full-Time Close Date Continuous Salary $8,071.00-$10,301.00 Additional Questionnaires None About San Rafael The City of San Rafael is a charter city founded in 1913. The mission of the City is to enhance the quality of life and to provide for a safe, healthy, prosperous and livable environment in partnership with the community. The City has a staff of 441 regular FTE employees and an annual budget of $172 million. City departments include the City Manager’s Office, Management Services, Finance, Community Development, Community Services, Fire, Library, Police, and Public Works. Click here to watch a short video and learn more about the City of San Rafael. The City of San Rafael was voted one of the 2022 Best Places to Work in local government by ELGL, a nationally recognized organization. The City was recognized for our cross-departmental work that is key to advancing community programs and projects. Employees from all departments worked together, allowing us to break down silos, and model our culture initiative, Together San Rafael . A strong emphasis on innovation, equity, and a commitment to our employees are a vital part of creating a wonderful community and for the trust we instill and have for providing ongoing learning opportunities to all staff are just some of the perks that make San Rafael the Best Place to Work. Non-Discrimination Policy The City of San Rafael values a diverse, inclusive workforce and provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. In accordance with the Immigration Reform and Control Act, all potential employees are required to provide proof and/or be verified of U.S. Citizenship or authorization to work in the United States. Disaster Service Workers California Government Code Title I, Sections 3100 - 3109, declare all public employees to be Disaster Service Workers, subject to such disaster service activities as may be assigned to them by their superiors or by law. More information can be found here . Reasonable Accommodation The City of San Rafael will make reasonable accommodations at any phase of the application and interview process, to accommodate persons with disabilities. If you have a disability for which you require an accommodation, please advise Human Resources upon submittal of your application. For examination accommodations, please contact Human Resources at least seven (7) calendar days before the test date, at (415) 485-3474. View all openings Share Apply for Job Interested Location 1400 Fifth Avenue San Rafael, 94901 Description Police Officer Lateral or Academy Graduate Only $8,071 - $10,301 per month (DOE/DOQ) Plus Excellent Benefits APPLICATION DEADLINE: Open Until Filled LATERAL HIRING INCENTIVE Up to $25,000 ( See SRPA MOU - Pages 50-52 for further details ) Pay Incentives: Shift Differential (3%-5%); P.O.S.T. Certificate Pay (3% Intermediate, 5% Advanced) Bilingual Pay ( 2.5%, 5%, 10%) Additional Specialty Pays: Detective (5%), Motor Officer (5%), FTO (2.5-5%), SDAT/Firearms Instructor (2.5%), SWAT (2.5%), HNT (1%), MAIT (1%) & CSI (1%) Benefits Include: Retirement: The City is part of the Marin County Employees Retirement Association (MCERA) plan, which offers reciprocity between agencies in CalPERS. Health Insurance: Full-flex cafeteria plan ($828.62 employee only; $1658.38 employee+1; $2,156.00 family level), which can be applied to available health plans or converted to cash (max opt out $300.00). Dental & Vision Insurance: Dental Premium for Family paid; Vision Premium for Employee paid Deferred Comp: Available to all employees Annual Leave: Vacation 10-25 days (based on years of service); 12 days sick leave; 13 holidays. THE POSITION: The City of San Rafael is recruiting for a Police Officer. This position performs a wide variety of peace officer duties involving the protection of life and property, enforcement of laws and ordinances, criminal investigation, crime prevention and suppression. Police officers prepare cases and provide courtroom testimony, provide information and assistance to the public and perform special assignments in areas such as patrol, traffic, investigations and gang enforcement. General supervision is provided by the Police Sergeant. Responsibilities may include the direct supervision of officers in training and/or the indirect supervision of other officers and/or support staff. This position performs the following essential job duties: Patrols an assigned area in a radio car, on motorcycle or on foot to observe and report suspicious activities or hazardous conditions for the prevention and detection of crime; arrests law violators in accordance with applicable statutory and case laws. Answers routine and emergency calls for protection of life and property and the enforcement of City, County, State and Federal laws, codes and ordinances. Investigates crimes, accidents, deaths and disturbances; collects, preserves and presents evidence using scientific identification techniques; interviews, questions and/or takes statements from victims, witnesses and suspects and completes investigative reports. Directs traffic, including regulation of vehicle flow at emergency or congested places, stops drivers who are operating vehicles in violation of laws and issues citations or warnings as appropriate. Appears in court to present evidence and testimony in connection with criminal prosecution and/or civil cases; serves w