Police Officer

Application Process

This position is open until filled. For full consideration, please submit application, along with cover letter and resume.

A complete application includes the SSU Online Employment Application and the following results/scores taken within the year:

* POST Personal History Statement for Police Officer

* Certificate of Completion from a California POST Accredited Training Academy

The incumbent must have successfully completed an approved California Basic Peace Officer Standards and Training (P.O.S.T.) Academy, including obtaining a Basic Course Certificate, or re-certification course within the three years preceding hire date. In addition, this position requires successful completion of an oral interview, written examination, physical agility test, pass all background requirements mandated by P.O.S.T., psychological examination, potential polygraph or similar examination, and medical exams which include drug screening, and must possess and maintain a valid California Driver License.

The incumbent must meet and maintain compliance with state and federal law (e.g. Clery Act, CANRA, etc.), and California POST regulations and certifications for peace officers.

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.

Job Summary

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 Police Officer patrols and enforces Federal, State, and local laws and ordinances; conducts criminal investigations and writes complex criminal and civil reports; maintains a high degree of independence, initiative, 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.

Minimum Qualifications

* High school graduate, passed the GED or other high school equivalency test, or obtained a two-year, four-year, or advanced degree from an accredited or approved institution.

* At least 21 years of age except as provided by Government Code § 1031.4.

* Be legally authorized to work in the United States under federal law.

* Free from any physical, emotional, or mental condition, including bias against race or ethnicity, gender, nationality, religion, disability, or sexual orientation which might adversely affect the exercise of police powers (11 CCR 1954; 11 CCR 1955).

* Free of hate group memberships, participation in hate group activities, or advocacy of public expressions of hate within the previous seven years, and since 18 years of age, as determined by a background investigation (Penal Code § 13681).

* POST certification that has not been revoked, denied, or voluntarily surrendered pursuant to Penal Code § 13510.8(f).

* Successful completion of an oral interview, written examination, physical agility test, pass all background requirements mandated by P.O.S.T., psychological examination, potential polygraph or similar examination, and medical exams which include drug screening, and must possess and maintain a valid California Driver License.

* Not identified in the National Decertification Index of the International Association of Directors of Law Enforcement Standards and Training or similar federal government database that reflects revoked certification for misconduct or reflects misconduct that would result in a revoked certification in California.

* The incumbent must participate in, and successfully complete a Field training program and successfully pass a one-year probationary period.

* The incumbent must meet and maintain compliance with state and federal law (e.g. Clery Act, CANRA, etc.), and California POST regulations and certifications for peace officers.

* The incumbent must participate in the California DMV Employer Pull Notice (EPN) Program.

* The incumbent must be self-motivated with experience working independently, and as a member of team.

* The incumbent must possess excellent communication, interpersonal, and problem-solving skills.

* In addition to the minimum POST required standards, candidates may be subjected to additional standards established by the Department (Penal Code § 13510(d)).

Preferred Qualifications

* A BS/BA degree and law enforcement experience in a college or university setting.

* Knowledge of Google Suite, technology often used by law enforcement, and People Soft.

The incumbent must maintain current licenses, certificates, permits, and other items required for this position and immediately report to supervisor the loss or expiration of same. Must be able to perform law…