Police Officer, Temporary Intermittent

Job Title

Police Officer, Temporary, Hourly, Intermittent, Multiple Openings

Work Type:
Staff
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Location:

Sonoma
• Categories:
Excluded, Temporary, Time Varies, Safety, On-site (work in-person at business location)

This position is open until filled. For full consideration, please submit application, along with cover letter and resume. In your cover letter, please include why you are interested in an intermittent position and how you meet the qualifications. Please review the position description listed above for full scope of responsibilities and qualifications. Evidence of degree(s) or certificate(s) and/or license(s) required at time of hire.

Reporting to the Chief of Police or designee, taking lead work direction from other sworn administrators or a supervisor, and under general supervision of the Patrol Sergeant and/or shift supervisor, the temporary, hourly, intermittent Police Officer is primarily assigned to work special events or special assignments, but may also assist with patrol duties. The temporary Police Officer enforces Federal, State, and local laws and ordinances;

conducts criminal investigations and writes complex criminal and civil reports; maintains a high degree of independence and interaction with all factions of the University community and general public; testifies in court; incorporates 21st Century and Community Oriented Policing and Problem Solving methodologies; must integrate professional knowledge and law enforcement service with the culture of the diverse educational environment to accomplish department and university objectives and goals;

and performs related work as required.

• High school diploma or equivalent required. A BS/BA degree and law enforcement experience in a college or university setting preferred.
• Must meet POST minimum requirements for eligibility to be a police officer, including being at least 21 years old and legally authorized to work in the United States under federal law.
• Must have successfully completed an approved California Basic POST Academy, including obtaining a Basic Course Certificate, or recertification within the three years preceding the hire date.
• Successful completion of an oral interview, written examination, physical agility test, and pass all background requirements mandated by POST, psychological examination, potential polygraph or similar examination, and medical exams including drug screening.
• Must possess and maintain a valid California Driver License. Must participate in and successfully complete a Field Training Program and a one-year probationary period.
• Must meet and maintain compliance with state and federal law (e.g., Clery Act, CANRA) and California POST regulations and certifications for peace officers. Must participate in the California DMV Employer Pull Notice (EPN) Program.
• Intermediate proficiency with computers and Microsoft Office (Word, Excel) required. Knowledge of Google Suite, technology used by law enforcement, and People Soft preferred.

Starting salary placement depends on qualifications and experience and is anticipated to be in the range of $37 to $46 per hour. This is a part-time, temporary, non-exempt position. Reappointment to this position is dependent upon performance and administrative and budgetary considerations. The university reserves the right to terminate this appointment earlier than the scheduled expiration date.

Sonoma State University is committed to achieving excellence through teaching, scholarship, learning and inclusion. We strive to cultivate a community in which a diverse population can learn and work in an atmosphere of civility and respect. We encourage diversity, equity, inclusion, and innovation in pursuit of excellence for all members of our university community.

The University is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer. We consider qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, ancestry, age, sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, genetic information, medical condition, disability, marital status,…