Lateral Public Safety Officer - Rohnert Park, United States - City of Rohnert Park, CA

Description

Salary:
$7, $9,625.56 MonthlyLocation : Rohnert Park, CA

Job Type:
Full-Time

Job Number:
LPSODepartment: Public Safety Department
Opening Date: 02/24/2023


FLSA:

Non-ExemptThe PositionDEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC SAFETY'S MISSION STATEMENT"The Rohnert Park Department of Public Safety is dedicated to working collaboratively with the community to maintain trust and safety by providing professional service with compassion and integrity"The City of Rohnert Park has openings forfull-time Public Safety Officers.

We are currently accepting applications for Lateral Officers only.

To be considered as a lateral applicant, you must:
Be currently employed as a peace officer in good standing by a California-authorized jurisdiction.
Have successfully completed your Field Training Program in your current agency.
Possess a California P.O.S.T. Basic Certificate.


NOTE:
Lateral applicants may be eligible to be appointed up to the TOP step in the salary range.

We are seeking to hire lateral officers with a:
$20,000 Recruitment and Retention Bonus$5,000 upon completion of field training program$5,000 upon completion of probationary period$10,000 upon completion of three years of serviceThe City of Rohnert Park is one of the few cities in the nation to consolidate delivery of primary police and fire services by utilizing cross-trained personnel. These personnel are truly "Public Safety Officers" and not just specialists in one area of Public Safety. All officers are trained as firefighters. This "Public Safety" concept has been in operation since the City was incorporated. Public Safety Officers in the City of Rohnert Park have the unique opportunity of combining two great careers in one job.

The Public Safety Department is seeking motivated individuals with a strong commitment to providing excellent and friendly customer service to the members of the community, who possess high ethical standards and are team players.

The Public Safety Department's mission statement is "Make Rohnert Park the Safest City Along the U.S.101 Corridor.

"TO APPLY:

To be considered for this exciting opportunity, please complete an online application and the required supplemental questions under Job Opportunities on our website All applications will be screened for completeness and possession of minimum qualifications.

Applications will be reviewed in detail to identify the most qualified candidates to interview. Work history must include all employment for the last ten years.
If you are having difficulty applying online please click on this Application Help/FAQ's link PLEASE


NOTE:

You may submit a resume or other relevant documents to further describe your qualifications; however "see resume" will NOT meet the requirements of a "complete" application, including employment history, or be accepted in lieu of responses to supplemental questions.

Be advised that your resume and other attachments not specifically requested by the City in order to apply for this position may not be used to determine your qualifications.

DEFINITIONPerforms law enforcement, fire suppression, and emergency medical activities in the protection of life and property by patrolling assigned areas and responding to calls for service; conducts investigations of crimes and incidents; and performs other work as required.

DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICSThe Public Safety Officer class is the working level position in the City's public safety operations.

Incumbents are assigned to a geographical area of the City to patrol either by foot patrol or in a vehicle and are expected to provide a full range of law enforcement, fire suppression, and emergency response services during an assigned shift.

Some positions may receive special assignments to work in investigations, serve as a Motor Officer, Traffic Officer, K-9 Officer, or be assigned full-time to Fire Services.

This class is distinguished from the Public Safety Sergeant which has on-going supervisory responsibility.
SUPERVISION RECEIVED/EXERCISEDGeneral supervision is normally provided by the Public Safety Sergeant, but may be received from other Department management.

Because of the nature of public safety work, incumbents are expected to work independently and exercise a great deal of individual initiative and judgment following their field training period.

Incumbents assigned to the position of Field Training Officer will be required to provide lead supervision of the performance of assigned personnel.

Ideal Candidate (These duties are a representative sample; position assignments may vary)Responds to complaints and performs general patrol on an assigned shift and beatMonitors assigned beat area for any municipal or other code violations that might contribute to an unsafe environment for the public and makes recommendations on possible law enforcement or other special activities neededPrepares reports on crimes and investigationsContacts and interviews victims, witnesses, and suspectsIssues citations and makes arrests for violations of laws and ordinancesConducts property checks on businesses and homes for the prevention of burglary and other criminal activitiesResponds to fire calls and participates in fire suppression activitiesDrives vehicles and operates all fire apparatus and equipmentOperates a variety of tools and equipment related to fire suppression, rescue, and hazardous materials emergency activitiesServes as a hose operator in firefighting situations including laying hose lines, pulling working lines, holding the nozzle to direct the stream of water on the fire, placing, raising, lowering and climbing laddersAssists in overhaul and salvage operationsInspects and performs routine maintenance on rescue equipment, fire apparatus, hydrants, hoses, and other support equipmentAssists with vehicle accidents and medical emergenciesPreserves evidence at crime scenes and conducts follow-up investigations as directedTestifies in court proceedings when summonedTransports, books, and detains suspects in accordance with applicable laws and proceduresEnforces traffic laws through the issuance of traffic citations and performs traffic control work as neededMaintains good public relationsParticipates in disaster preparedness activities and responds and provides service as directed in the event of a disaster and/or emergencyMay operate engine pumping equipmentMay conduct commercial and residential fire inspections for fire hazards and compliance with fire prevention codes and ordinancesMay make presentations to schools or other community groups regarding Department program activities and juvenile and gang concernsConducts accident investigationsMay conduct fire inspection activities to insure compliance with fire ordinancesMay assist other law enforcement agencies involved in emergency response or enforcement activitiesMay assist in assigned administrative support activitiesMay serve as department representative to community committees or at special functionsMay assist in training other personnel in specialized skill area


CITY EMPLOYEES ARE EXPECTED TO:

• Provide outstanding and friendly customer service
• Create and maintain a respectful and collaborative working environment
• Communicate honestly and behave in a manner that is ethical, legal and fiscally responsible
• Demonstrate care for the organization, customers and coworkers
• Practice and encourage initiative and innovation to improve the workplace Qualifications and RequirementsEDUCATION/TRAINING/

EXPERIENCE:
Sufficient experience and education to perform the duties of a Public Safety Officer.

A typical way of obtaining the required qualifications is to:
Possess a high school diploma and/or G.E.D., andPossess a California Commission on Peace Officer Standards and Training (POST) Basic Course Certificate, andPossess a Class C California Driver's License by date of appointmentLICENSE/


CERTIFICATE:
Obtain a California State Fire Services Firefighter I Certificate, andObtain a California State First Responder Certificate


KNOWLEDGE OF:
Methods and procedures related to public safety activities, including patrol, crime prevention, criminal investigation, traffic control and fire suppressionCurrent criminal law with particular emphasis on the apprehension, arrest, and custody of persons accused of felonies and misdemeanorsRules of evidence pertaining to search and seizure, and the preservation and presentation of evidence in courtInterrogation, fingerprinting, photographing and booking of suspectsLaws and practices dealing with juveniles, sexual assault, domestic violence, and victims' rights


SKILL TO:
Use and care for firearms and other law enforcement and fire suppression equipmentLearn to drive and operate effectively and safely the full range of department emergency vehiclesReact quickly and appropriately to emergencies and threatening situationsMake accurate observations and remember details of situations and individualsLearn the operating and mechanical principles of fire apparatus and equipment


ABILITY TO:

Prepare a variety of public safety records and reportsCorrectly interpret and apply policies, laws, rules, ordinances, and regulations to individual circumstancesGive and understand oral and written directionsPrepare clear, concise, and accurate incident and case reportsQuestion witnesses and interrogate suspects in an effective and appropriate mannerLearn the street location and physical layout of the City and major traffic and fire hazardsWork effectively as a team member and as an individualTactfully and effectively represent the department to individuals, community groups, and other government agenciesCommunicate effectively both verbally and in writingMaintain confidentiality as requiredEstablish and maintain cooperative working relationshipsLearn and utilize new technology Additional Information Position requires sitting, standing, walking, running, reaching, twisting, turning, kneeling, bending, squatting, crouching in the performance of daily activities.

The position also requires grasping, repetitive hand movement, and fine coordination in writing reports, and using a computer key board.

Additionally, the position requires near, far, night, and color vision in viewing crime scenes and evidence and firing a weapon.

As a law enforcement officer the incumbent is frequently required to run in pursuit and subdue suspects while taking them into custody; walk on uneven and slippery surfaces; drive a variety of emergency vehicles.

Incumbents work outdoors in all weather conditions; around loud siren noise and moving vehicles. This position may require working around chemicals, pesticides, blood, and other potential toxic exposures and around electrical hazards. Incumbents may be subjected to physical threats, verbal abuse, and other stressful situations. Incumbents work a variety of shifts, including a 24-hour schedule.

During fire suppression activities incumbents may be required to wear protective gear, carry appropriate tools, and wear self-contained breathing apparatus, weighing a combined total of 100 pounds, while performing many of the emergency related duties; may be exposed to very hot and very cold conditions and enter smoke filled buildings.

While performing emergency aid, lifting and carrying victims and moving heavy equipment may be required.

Incumbents will be required to work in small, cramped crawl spaces, areas where vision is limited, and/or at heights including roof tops and on ladders.

FLSA Status:

Non exemptEmployee Unit:
Rohnert Park Public Safety Officers' Association (RPPSOA)

Approved:
April 22, 1997Updated: September 26, 2011

Approved By:
Gabriel A


Gonzalez, City ManagerCALPERS RETIREMENT:

Per the Public Employees' Pension Reform Act (PEPRA), effective 1/1/13, new-hire employees with no prior membership in any California public retirement system will be placed in the following retirement formula.

Employees must contribute 50% of the normal cost rate to CalPERS.


Safety Employees:
2.

7%@ age 57New-hire employees who first established CalPERS membership with another agency prior to January 1, 2013 and are eligible to establish reciprocity with the City of Rohnert Park are considered "classic" members and will be placed in the following retirement formula:


Safety Employees:
3%@ age 55The City does not participate in Social Security, but withholds Medicare taxes


MEDICAL INSURANCE:
Employees may select from Kaiser, REMIF, or Sutter health plans. The City contributes a set credit amount based on coverage level.


Alternate Benefit:
eligible employees who provide proof of health insurance coverage from a source other than the City may receive an alternate benefit of $350/month which may be directed to an employee's deferred compensation account or toward the purchase of any other eligible benefit program

DENTAL & VISION INSURANCE:
City provides Delta Dental and VSP (vision) insurance at no premium cost to employee and eligible dependents

HOLIDAYS:
14.5 paid holidays per year


ANNUAL LEAVE:
Schedule starts at 158 hrs/year, i.e hrs/month. Eff. 4/1/17, the cap on annual leave will be a maximum of 550 hrs.


ADDITIONAL BENEFITS:
City-paid $50,000 life insurance policy (Employees may purchase additional supplemental life insurance) Short-Term Disability (STD) Insurance; the City does not participate in State Disability Insurance (SDI) Long-Term Disability (LTD) Insurance Employee Assistance Program (EAP) Education and Tuition Reimbursement Program Flexible Spending Accounts Voluntary Deferred Compensation Incentive Pay (as set forth in RPPSOA MOA) Uniform Allowance Catastrophic Leave Program Free use of the City's Sports Center and lap swim in City's swimming pools


EMPLOYEE UNIT:
This position is in the Rohnert Park Public Safety Officers' Association (RPPSOA) Unit.

For further details about the benefits offered, please for the RPPSOA MOA.01 As part of the City of Rohnert Park's employment application for the position of Public Safety Officer, the following supplemental questions are required as part of your application packet.

The supplemental information that you provide will be evaluated along with your completed application and other required materials. All information that you submit as part of your application packet is subject to verification. It is to your advantage to respond openly and completely. You are responsible for the accuracy of the information on this form.

If it is determined that the information you have provided is inaccurate or incomplete, you will be disqualified for the subject issues(s) and for dishonesty during the background investigation.

This is a serious matter to the City because honesty and integrity are imperative in public safety positions. If you do not understand a question, please call the Department of Human Resources at for clarification.

If you have any other questions regarding the application, hiring and selection process for Public Safety Officer positions, please contact the Department of Human Resources at By checking this box, I am indicating that I have read and understand the information provided above.

Yes No 02 Are you at least 21 years of age or older? Yes No 03 Are you a U.S.

Citizen or have you applied for U.S.


Citizenship? (Note:
your application for U.S. Citizenship must have been submitted two years prior to this job application to be considered) Yes No 04 Do you possess a U.S.

high school diploma or G.E.D? Yes No 05 Do you possess a valid California Class C Driver's License? Yes No 06 Have you successfully graduated from a California POST Certified Police Academy? If yes, please attach your POST Profile.

Yes No 07 What is the highest level POST Certificate you possess, i.e. Basic, Intermediate, Advanced? Please attach a copy of your POST Profile.

08 Are you currently employed as a police officer in California? Yes No 09 Have you successfully completed your Field Training Program in your current agency? Yes No 10 Have you ever been convicted of a misdemeanor? Yes No 11 If you answered "yes" to the previous question, you must explain the circumstances.

Include in your response, the offense(s), date(s), and place(s) of conviction(s), dates(s) of probation and/or parole. This information will be reviewed independently on the basis of job-relatedness. Please enter "N/A" if this question does not apply.

12 Have you ever been court-martialed? Yes No 13 If you answered "yes" to the previous question, you must explain the circumstances.

Include in your response, the offenses(s), date(s), and conviction status. Please enter "N/A" if this question does not apply.

14 Have you ever engaged in any of the following activities listed below for drugs, narcotics or illegal substances? Please select all applicable options.

Used Sold Manufactured Furnished Cultivated N/A 15 If you answered "yes" to any part of the previous question, you must explain the circumstances, including the specific drug(s), narcotic(s) or illegal substance(s), as well as the date(s) that you last engaged in the specific activity(ies).

This information will be reviewed independently on the basis of job-relatedness. Please enter "N/A" if this question does not apply. 16 Please briefly describe any firefighting experience you possess.

17 Are you willing to attend a basic firefighting academy in order to meet the firefighting requirements of our Public Safety Officer position? Yes No 18 What characteristic and/or skills do you possess that you believe will make you successful as a Rohnert Park Public Safety Officer? 19 The Department of Public Safety provides service year round, 24/7/365.

Are you willing and able to work a variety of shifts, including: 24-hour fire shifts, 12-hour shift, 4/10 shift, nights, weekends, and holidays? Yes No 20 If you are not selected for this PSO position, would you be interested in being considered for a Reserve Police Officer (unpaid volunteer) position with the City of Rohnert Park? Yes No 21 Have you ever been employed with the City of Rohnert Park? If yes, please list when and the departments you worked in.

22 Were you referred by a City of Rohnert Park employee to apply for this position? If so, please list only one name.

If you were not referred by a current City of Rohnert Park employee, please type N/A. *NOTE: This information cannot be added at a later date.

23 Are you currently in background with other agencies? If yes, please list the agencies and your current status in their process.

24 The information that I have provided on this supplemental questionnaire is true and complete.

I understand that any discrepancies, misstatements, omissions, and/or falsifications will be cause for disqualification in the City of Rohnert Park Public Safety Officer process, for my name to be removed from the eligibility list, or termination if I have been appointed as a Public Safety Officer.

By checking this box, I certify that I have read and agree to the above statement.

Yes No 25 This space is for any additional comments and/or clarifying additional information related to the information provided in this supplemental questionnaire.

Please indicate N/A if you do not have any other comments. Required Question