POLICE OFFICER - LATERAL Print (https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/longbeach/jobs/newprint/2357560) Apply  POLICE OFFICER - LATERAL Salary $3,646.00 - $4,740.40 Biweekly Location City of Long Beach, CA Job Type Classified - Full-Time, Permanent Job Number F23NN-24 Department Police - (CL) Opening Date 02/22/2019 Closing Date Continuous + Description + Benefits + Questions DESCRIPTION Accepting online applications only. Apply online 24 hours a day, beginning February 22, 2019. Filing will remain open until vacancies are filled. Filing may close without further notice. This classification qualifies for Recruitment Incentives including a $30,000 hiring bonus, $1000 a month in housing and/or childcare subsidies for a combined total of up to $78,000 in recruitment incentives. For more information on the City of Long Beach's Recruitment Incentive Program please click here . To learn more about salary and benefits click here (https://www.longbeach.gov/police/about-the-lbpd/employment/join-lbpd/salary-and-benefits/) . EXAMPLES OF DUTIES Patrols an assigned area by car, foot, or motorcycle to maintain law and order; regulates traffic; responds to radio and telephone dispatches; investigates unusual or suspicious conditions, traffic accidents and complaints; makes arrests, guards prisoners and questions suspects; issues citations and serves subpoenas and warrants; investigates or assists in investigating vice conditions, crimes reported or persons arrested; prepares evidence and appears in court; administers first aid and renders assistance to the injured; reports unsafe or hazardous conditions; prepares log of activities and keeps records; may act as radio dispatcher or jailer; assists in administrative and operational activities; and performs other related duties as required. REQUIREMENTS TO FILE REQUIREMENTS TO FILE: Applicants must meet one of the following options A, B or C: A. California Applicants: Currently employed full-time for at least one continuous year in the State of California as a Peace Officer, as defined by California Penal Code Sections 830, 830.1, and 830.2andpossession of a validBasic POST Certificate (https://post.ca.gov/Peace-Officer-Certificates) issued by the State of California (proof required) *. OR B. Out of State Applicants: Currently employed full-time for at least one continuous year of sworn general law enforcement experienceandpossession of theBasic Course Waiver (BCW) (https://post.ca.gov/basic-course-waiver-process) from the California Commission on Peace Officers Standards and Training (POST) (proof required) *. OR C. Reserve Officer Applicants: Current status as a reserve officer in the State of California, possession ofPOST Level 1 certificate (https://post.ca.gov/reserve-officer-program) issued by the State of California (proof required) and completion of 2,000 paid or volunteer hours working in a patrol capacity responding to a wide range of general calls for service. Additional Requirements to File: + U.S. high school graduation or G.E.D. equivalency. + Twenty-one years of age or older. + A valid driver's license. + U.S. Citizenship or have applied for citizenship. + Citizenship must be granted within three years of appointment. + No felony convictions. + Possess good observation, writing, communication and human relation skills. + Possess good leadership and public service qualities. + Ability to make sound decisions; read, comprehend and retain technical training materials; endure periods of strenuous physical activity requiring good balance, coordination, flexibility, endurance and strength. + Ability to be compassionate, culturally sensitive, and non-discriminatory to a diverse population. + Ability to exercise tact using excellent interpersonal skills, solve problems, and demonstrate good mediation skills during highly confrontational situations. *Proof of required documents, such as Basic POST certificate, Basic Course Waiver, POST Level 1 Certificate, or DD - 214 Member 4 for Veteran's Credit, must be uploaded to the online application at time of filing. DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS: Recent college coursework in related field is desirable. Bilingual skills in English/Spanish or English/Southeast Asian languages are highly desirable SELECTION PROCEDURE EXAMINATION WEIGHTS: Application Packet.....................................Qualifying This selection procedure will be conducted using a non-competitive process. Applications are evaluated based on training, experience, education, certificates and/or licenses. There is no examination. This is a continuous eligible list, which will expire in six months, but may be extended. All applicants meeting the minimum requirements to file will be placed on the eligible list. Applicants receiving Veteran's Credit first and then in the order in which applications were filed. The continuous eligible list will expire in six months but may be extended. Eligible lists may be established periodically. Individuals identified as the best-qualified applicants will be called to participate in the final selection procedure administered by the Police Department. After a conditional offer of employment, all prospective employees must pass a thorough background investigation and a job-related medical examination. In addition, physical ability, polygraph and psychological examinations will be given. If you do not receive notification, four (4) weeks after filing, contact the Civil Service Department at (562) 570-6202. In support of the City's Language Access Policy, bilingual skills (Spanish, Khmer and/or Tagalog) are desirable for some positions interacting with the public. The City of Long Beach is committed to creating a workplace where every employee is valued for who they are. Having our workforce reflect the diversity of our community at various levels of the organization is a continuous goal embraced by our departments, management staff, and policymakers. To support efforts of fairness and diversity, City Leadership is committed to incorporating equity and inclusion into our work by supporting staff and community partners. We are committed to promoting transparency by publishing updated demographic information for employees, including workforce diversity data and pay by race and gender. This information is available in an alternative format by request at (562) 570-6202. If special accommodation is desired, please contact the Civil Service Department two (2) business days prior to the test at (562) 570-6202. For hearing impaired, call (562) 570-6638. An Equal Opportunity Employer. F23NN-19B KRR 2/20/2019 Employee Benefits The City of Long Beach offers its employees opportunities to grow personally and professionally. As a permanent employee, you are eligible to receive fringe benefits that include: · Medical and Dental Insurance · Life Insurance · Retirement Plan (P.E.R.S.) · Paid Vacation, Personal Holidays and Sick Leave · Deferred Compensation · Credit Union Membership · Free Bus Transportation (Long Beach Transit) · Flexible Spending Accounts · Free Employee Parking · Paid Parental Leave* *Paid Parental Leave - after six (6) months of City employment; up to 30 calendar days (160 hours/192 hours for sworn platoon) of PPL, taken in full-day increments, in connection with the birth, adoption, or foster placement of a child, up to the age of seventeen (17). 01 INSTRUCTIONS:The purpose of this supplemental application is to derive more specific information about your qualifications for this position. This form will serve as the basis for qualifying candidates on the eligible list. Be specific and detailed in your responses. Do not leave any questions unanswered. If you have no experience, please so indicate. Resumes will not be considered as part of the Civil Service application process and may not be substituted in lieu of the completed application or supplemental applications. Do you understand the above information? + Yes + No 02 REQUIREMENTS TO FILE:Please indicate under which of the following options would qualify you for the Police Officer Lateral position. + California Applicants: Currently employed full-time for at least one continuous year in the State of California as a Peace Officer, as defined by California Penal Code Sections 830, 830.1, and 830.2 and possession of a valid Basic POST Certificate issued by the State of California (proof required) *. + Out of State Applicants: Currently employed full-time for at least one continuous year of sworn general law enforcement experience and possession of the Basic Course Waiver (BCW) from the California Commission on Peace Officers Standards and Training (POST) (proof required) *. + Reserve Officer Applicants: Current status as a reserve officer in the State of California, possession of POST Level 1 certificate issued by the State of California (proof required) and completion of 2,000 paid or volunteer hours working in a patrol capacity responding to a wide range of general calls for service. + I do not meet any of the aforementioned requirements, selecting this option will disqualify me from the Police Officer Lateral position. 03 I understand that I must meet all the qualifications listed below: U.S. high school graduation or G.E.D. equivalency. Twenty-one years of age or older. A valid driver's license. U.S. Citizenship or have applied for citizenship. Citizenship must be granted within three years of appointment. No felony convictions. Possess good observation, writing, communication and human relation skills. Possess good leadership and public service qualities. Ability to make sound decisions; read, comprehend and retain technical training materials; endure periods of strenuous physical activity requiring good balance, coordination, flexibility, endurance and strength. Ability to be compassionate, culturally sensitive, and non-discriminatory to a diverse population. Ability to exercise tact using excellent interpersonal skills, solve problems, and demonstrate good mediation skills during highly confrontational situations. + Yes + No 04 PROOF OF POST CERTIFICATES:Applicants must submit required proofs at the time of filing; proofs must be uploaded to your application. California applicants must provide proof of a Basic POST Certificate issued by the State of California. Out of state applicants must provide proof of the Basic Course Waiver (BCW) from the California Commission on Peace Officers Standards and Training (POST). Reserve officer applicants must provide proof of POST Level 1 certificate issued by the State of California. Failure to submit the required proofs at the time of filing may result in your application being processed as "Not Accepted". Do you understand the information above? + Yes + No 05 GENERAL QUESTIONS:Are you claiming Veteran's Preference? Note: If you answer "YES", a copy of your DD-214 Member 4 Form (or other appropriate documentation) must be attached with your application at time of filing. + Yes + No 06 ACKNOWLEDGMENT:I certify that I have personally completed the information provided and that it is accurate and complete to the best of my knowledge. I understand that any falsification may cancel any terms, conditions, or privileges of employment. I understand that if I am offered employment I will be required to successfully pass a medical examination. Do you understand these stipulations? + Yes + No Required Question Agency City of Long Beach Department Police - (CL) Address Civil Service Department 411 W. Ocean Blvd., 4th Fl Long Beach, California, 90802 Phone (562) 570-6202 Website https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/longbeach Apply Please verify your email addressVerify Email