Job Description

Description

JOB SUMMARY

In accordance with the community-based policing philosophy and under general supervision, perform a variety of duties in the enforcement of laws, the protection of persons and property, crime prevention, control traffic flow and enforce State and local regulations, safe operation of police units, and a variety of technical and administrative tasks in support of the police department.

DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS

This is a non-paid (volunteer) position and does not include any benefits. After successfully completing the Police Officer Standards and Training (P.O.S.T.) Field Training Program, the Level 1 reserve officer may work alone and perform the same duties as full-time regular officers. Must complete minimum of 24 hours of California P.O.S.T. Training (CPT) training every two years. Work normally consists of routine police tasks performed according to department rules and regulations. Incumbents receive general and special instructions and must be able to act without direct supervision. Work may involve personal danger.

SUPERVISION RECEIVED AND EXERCISED

Receives general supervision from assigned supervisory/management staff; may receive technical and functional supervision from an assigned Field Training Officer, as appropriate. Incumbents in this class do not routinely exercise supervision.

The Arvin Police Department is seeking qualified candidates for its Reserve Officer Program. Becoming a Reserve Police Officer is a fulfilling way of serving your community while becoming a part of the exciting world of law enforcement. The candidate must have completed a California POST approved regular or reserve academy or be enrolled in an academy to be considered. We are currently seeking Level I, II or III trained candidates.

Level III
Level III Penal Code sections 830.6(a)(1) and 832.6(a)(3)
Level III reserve officers may perform specified limited support duties, and other duties that are not likely to result in physical arrests, while supervised in the accessible vicinity by a Level I reserve officer or a full-time regular officer. Additionally, Level III reserve officers may transport prisoners without immediate supervision.

Level II
Level II Penal Code sections 830.6(a)(1) and 832.6(a)(2)
Level II reserve officers may perform general law enforcement assignments while under the immediate supervision of a peace officer who has completed the Regular Basic Course. These officers may also work assignments authorized for Level III reserve officers without immediate supervision.

Level I
Level I Penal Code sections 830.6(a)(1) and 832.6(a)(1)
Level I reserve officers may work alone and perform the same duties as full-time regular officers.
The primary purpose of the Reserve Police Officer Program is to provide the community with an auxiliary unit of trained, competent police officers. These officers supplement our regular personnel and can be used in the event of an emergency when manpower is critical.

Community involvement and, most of all, support are two vital elements in the operation of any law enforcement agency. A successful Reserve Police Officer Program, being made up of citizen volunteers from within the community, stands as a symbol of the Arvin Police Department\'s commitment to partnership and teamwork in combating crime.

Example of Duties

EXAMPLES OF ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS (Illustrative only)

• Responds to calls for police service in an assigned patrol beat, whether on foot, bicycle, motorcycle, or car.
• Handle calls as assigned, including any request for public service, including: reporting of crimes, traffic related incidents, basic first aid in emergency situations, local ordinance concerns, misdemeanor, or felony related incidents.
• Performs specialized assignments as required to include School Resource Officer, Police Area Representative, Emergency Service Team, Police Athletic League, or Investigations.
• Plan, write and execute search or arrest warrants as required for contraband, suspects, or evidence related to persons, vehicles, residences, or other facilities.
• Handle booking of suspects in accordance with appropriate laws.
• Interview witnesses and protect the integrity of all crime scene investigations.
• Properly process and store evidence in accordance with law and department policy.
• Prepare cases for submission to the District Attorney and testify in court regarding case investigations, as needed.
• Assist investigators and perform as Officer in Charge in the absence of a sergeant.
• Conduct surveillance, intelligence gathering and specialized investigation of crimes referred to Investigation Section, including crimes against property or persons and traffic or narcotic violations.
• Provide technical crime scene investigation, including photography, fingerprint collection and processing to insure criminal prosecution with the District Attorney.
• Maintain a case log and close out cases as soon as possible.
• Regular and timely attendance.
• Performs other duties as required.

Typical Qualifications

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Sufficient experience and education to demonstrate the knowledge and skills listed and to perform the essential duties is required. A typical way of obtaining the required qualifications is:
Age:
Minimum of 20 years of age.
Education:
High School Graduation or Equivalent (GED or CHSPE)
License:
Valid Class 3 Drivers License - With Good Driving History.
CPR/First Aid Certificate
Vision:
POST Standard
Hearing:
Non-impaired
Height/Weight:
In proportion.
Background:
Good moral character with good driving, credit, and employment history.
Academy:
California POST Approved Level I, II and or III Academy Trained or have a Basic Academy Training Certificate

Supplemental Information

Other Requirements:

• Must be age 21 by date of appointment.
• Must be willing to work various shifts and holidays.
• Must not have been convicted of any misdemeanor or felony in this state or any other state or federal jurisdiction which carries a penalty of prohibiting ownership, possession, or control of a firearm (12021 (c) PC). Requires fingerprinting and full background investigation
• Bilingual English/Spanish preferred.
• Ability to pass an intensive background investigation, to include physical and psychological examinations.
• Skill in using computers and related software applications; ability to read a city map; providing customer service; using standard office equipment; and communicating both orally and in writing sufficient to exchange or convey information and to receive work direction.

Knowledge of:

• Modern police methods and procedures including patrol, crime prevention, traffic control, and investigation.
• Pertinent federal, state and local laws, codes and regulations including laws governing the apprehension, arrest, and custody of persons accused of felonies, misdemeanors, and petty offenses.
• Rules of evidence pertaining to search and seizure and preservation of evidence in traffic and criminal cases.
• Techniques and applications of self-defense and proper use of force.
• Operational characteristics of police equipment, vehicles, and tools including firearms. Methods and techniques used in interviewing witnesses, victims, complainants, or suspects.
• Office procedures, methods, and equipment including computers, all Microsoft Office applications, and other relevant software applications.
• Principles and techniques used in public and community relations as it relates to law enforcement activities.
• Basic principles of business letter writing and basic report preparation.
• Standard broadcasting procedures of a police radio system.
• Techniques and principles of effective interpersonal communication.
• Principles and practices of safety management.
• Techniques for providing a high level of customer service to the public and City staff, in person and over the telephone.

Ability to:

• Gather, assemble, analyze, evaluate, and use facts and evidence; demonstrate keen powers of observation and memory.
• Analyze situations correctly and adopt quick, effective, and reasonable courses of action with regard to surrounding circumstances.
• Interpret and apply federal, state, and local policies, procedures, laws, and regulations.
• Make sound decisions, use good judgment, and think clearly and effectively in all situations.
• Understand and act in accordance with City and Police Department policies, procedures, and rules; interpret and apply policies, procedures, and rules to assigned personnel.
• Learn standard radio broadcasting procedures and rules, local geographic features, and streets, and to read maps quickly and accurately.
• Properly use and care for firearms and other work-related equipment.
• Administer first aid.
• Express oneself in English in a clear, distinct, and understandable manner when speaking to individuals, to people of different socio-economic levels, before various public and community groups, and when testifying in court.
• Write clearly, accurately, concisely, and legibly using correct English, grammatical construction, and spelling; read and interpret complex technical documents in English.
• Understand and comply with oral and written instructions.
• Provide high quality customer service.
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of the work including City and other government officials, community groups, the general public, and media representatives.

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