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City of Carlsbad Police Officer Academy Graduate in Carlsbad, California
Police Officer Academy Graduate
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Police Officer Academy Graduate
Salary
$99,403.20 - $120,827.20 Annually
Location
Carlsbad, CA
Job Type
Full-Time
Job Number
3030-2024
Department
Police
Opening Date
07/01/2024
Description
Benefits
Questions
The Position
PLEASE NOTE: Do not apply to this position if you are not currently enrolled in or a graduate of a California Police Academy. This is not a Police Recruit position.
For an inside look at the Carlsbad (CA) Police Department Click Here (http://youtu.be/vXFfn20Us4c?list=UUEpvrViEk8vH3AzLg5lEo8A)
Under general supervision, the Police Officer Academy Graduate will perform law enforcement and crime prevention work; control traffic flow and enforce state and local traffic regulations; perform investigative work; and do related work as assigned.
In some cases, the City of Carlsbad Police Department may hire an individual who has put themselves through a POST approved basic academy. After successful completion of the background and application process, the academy graduate will become a sworn officer and will be assigned to a field training officer at the Police Department. Following the successful completion of several phases of field training, the new officer will be assigned to work a shift on their own.
The City of Carlsbad embraces diversity, equity and inclusion in the workplace and recognizes the vital relationship of a culturally diverse, engaged work environment and innovative excellence. A diverse, equitable and inclusive work climate comprises personal experiences, values, and views shaped from differences of culture and circumstance. Our organization appreciates belonging, creativity, recognition and retention of its employees and is committed to hiring and developing motivated, productive and talented employees who provide services and enhance our quality of life. We work to embrace open and equitable access to opportunities for learning and development as our responsibility and goal.
Selection Process
Oral Panel Appraisal Interview: Appraisal of general experience, education, judgment, problem solving ability and communication skills. Those candidates who are categorized as "Highly Qualified" will continue in the selection process.
Background Appraisal Interview: Completion and review of detailed Personal History Statement. Candidates meeting the basic criteria will continue with a background investigation.
Comprehensive Background Investigation: A detailed investigation of the candidate's personal history and suitability for employment as a law enforcement officer based on the job dimensions identified by POST. This investigation includes a required lie detection polygraph screening.
Captains' Interview: Personal interviews with the Captain of Field Operations and the Captain of Support Operations.
Final Steps: Psychological and medical evaluations before hire are required. The Chief of Police may select/appoint any individual who has successfully completed the process. Appointments are probationary for one year.
Unless otherwise noted, a passing score must be achieved at each step of the selection process in order to have your name placed on the eligibility list for hiring consideration.
Key Responsibilities
Patrol city on radio, car or on foot; answer calls for the protection of life and property, and the enforcement of city, county, and state laws; may conduct both preliminary and follow-up investigations of disturbances, prowlers, burglaries, thefts, robberies, vehicle accidents, death, and other criminal incidents.
Make arrests as necessary; interview victims, complainants, and witnesses; interrogate suspects; gather and preserve evidence; testify and present evidence in court.
Contact and cooperate with other law enforcement agencies in matters relating to the investigation of crimes and the apprehension of offenders.
Prepare reports of arrests made, investigations conducted, and unusual incidents observed.
Serve warrants and subpoenas.
While on patrol, stop drivers who are operating vehicles in violation of laws; warn drivers against unlawful practices; issue citations and make arrests as necessary. Check buildings for physical security. Receive, search, book, fingerprint, and transport prisoners. Direct traffic at fire, special events, and other emergency or congested situations.
Administer first aid in emergencies situations.
As assigned by the Chief of Police, participate as an investigative officer in a comprehensive program involving juvenile delinquency and the investigation of alternative methods for handling juveniles in the criminal Justice system.
Maintain contact with citizens regarding potential law enforcement problems and preserve good relationships with the general public.
Qualifications
Ability to:
Observe accurately and remember names, faces, numbers, incidents and places.
Use and care for firearms.
Think and act quickly in emergencies, and judge situations and people accurately.
Learn, understand, and interpret laws and regulations.
Prepare accurate and grammatically correct written reports.
Learn standard broadcasting procedures of a police radio system.
Establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with those contacted in the course of work.
Understand and carry out oral and written directions.
Meet standards of physical stature, endurance, and agility established by the city.
Experience & Education
Any combination equivalent to experience and education that could likely provide the required abilities is qualifying. A typical way to obtain these abilities would be graduation from high school or equivalent.
Requirements
High school diploma or G.E.D. equivalent
Must be currently enrolled or have graduated from a POST Certified California regular basic academy
At least 21 years of age at time of appointment
20/100 uncorrected in both eyes corrected to 20/20
Possession of a valid California Class C Driver's License
U.S. citizen or permanent resident alien who is eligible for and has applied for citizenship
Free of any felony convictions and most misdemeanor convictions
Medical Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Flexible Spending Account
Life Insurance
Accidental Death and Dismemberment Insurance
Retirement under the CalPERS program, 2.7% @ 57 (retirement formula may vary depending on prior California public sector service)
Bilingual Pay
Holidays - 11 scheduled holidays
Paid vacation
Computer purchase loan
Education Incentive Pay
Tuition reimbursement
Uniform Allowance
A detailed list of our benefits can be found here: Carlsbad Benefits (http://www.carlsbadca.gov/services/depts/hr/full_time_benefits.asp)
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As an applicant for a position with the Carlsbad Police Department, you are required to complete this Backgrounds Pre-Screening Form. You are admonished with the following: "I am aware that any false statement or omission on this questionnaire will cause my name to be removed from the eligibility list, or be considered for immediate dismissal if an appointment is made." All of your answers will be scrutinized during a thorough background investigation. Please initial below indicating your understanding.
02
If you are not currently enrolled in or have not graduated from a POST Certified California regular basic academy, DO NOT APPLY for this position. Do you understand this criteria?
Yes
No
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Are you currently enrolled in a POST Certified California Regular Basic Academy?
Yes
No
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If you are enrolled in a POST Certified California Regular Basic Academy, please specify which one.
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If you have not graduated from and are currently enrolled in a POST Certified California Regular Basic Academy, when is your graduation date?
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Have you graduated from a POST Certified California Regular Basic Academy within the last 12 months?
Yes
No
Not currently attending and haven't graduated
N/A - haven't attended an academy
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If you have graduated, please specify which Academy and your graduation date.
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Have you graduated from high school or passed a GED test?
Yes
No
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Do you possess a California Drivers' License?
Yes
No
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You must be 21 years of age at the time of appointment. Do you meet the minimum age requirement for this job?
Yes
No
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Have you ever been arrested or convicted for any crime, as an adult or juvenile, or have you ever been detained as part of a criminal investigation (excluding traffic citations)?
Yes
No
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If you answered "Yes" to Question #11, please describe in detail. If you answered "No", indicate "n/a".
13
Excluding the use of cannabis off the job and away from the workplace, have you ever used or experimented with any substance, drug or narcotic, even one time?
Yes
No
14
If you answered "Yes" to Question #13, please describe in detail. If you answered "No", indicate "n/a".
15
Have or do you participate in any behavior legal or not that may be considered risky behavior? (alcohol related crime, prostitution, illegal sexual contact, drug use, etc)
Yes
No
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If you answered "Yes" to Question #15, please describe in detail. If you answered "No", indicate "n/a".
17
Have you ever been involved in a fight?
Yes
No
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If you answered "Yes" to Question #17, please describe in detail any/all fights. If you answered "No", indicate "n/a".
19
Do you have, or have you ever had, a poor credit rating and/or any accounts in collections?
Yes
No
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If you answered "Yes" to Question #19, please describe in detail why you have/had a poor credit rating and/or why you have/had any accounts in collections. If you answered "No", indicate "n/a".
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Have you ever had any traffic citations? Any that do not currently show on your motor vehicle print-out.
Yes
No
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If you answered "Yes" to Question #21, please describe in detail. If you answered "No", indicate "n/a".
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Have you ever been formally disciplined by past or present employer including verbal warning, written reprimand or an Internal Affairs investigation, and/or terminated?
Yes
No
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If you answered "Yes" to Question #23, please describe in detail. If you answered "No", indicate "n/a".
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Have you ever stolen anything from an employer?
Yes
No
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If you answered "Yes" to Question #25, please provide a description and the value of the item(s). If you answered "No", indicate "n/a".
Required Question
Agency
City of Carlsbad
Address
1635 Faraday Ave. Carlsbad, California, 92008
Website
https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/carlsbad
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