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DEFINITION
Under supervision, perform a variety of non-sworn law enforcement related job functions, responsibly interact with the public in a wide range of capacities, participate in the City of Clovis Police Department Police Academy Prep Program, and assist law enforcement officers in non-emergency duties as required; and to perform related work as required.
CLASS CHARACTERISTICS
Positions in this class are non-sworn personnel who deliver non-emergency police services for all Police divisions as needed. This classification is designed for career development into the law enforcement field. Incumbents may work a flexible work schedule and may be assigned to perform job functions on any shift including evenings, weekends, and holidays. Positions in this classification may be considered for future sponsorship opportunities to attend a California Peace Officer Standards and Training (POST) certified Police Academy. Selected candidates will be required to maintain a good standing while attending the academy and are expected to represent themselves in a manner consistent with the philosophies and expectations of the Clovis Police Department.
May rotate through a variety of police division support assignments in Police Records, Youth Services, and various areas of the Patrol Division including to assist Police Officers with functions not requiring sworn peace officer status; take and prepare reports for crimes, accidents, lost and found property, and other circumstances; collect, organize, and book physical evidence related to police investigations under direct supervision; direct traffic at secure scenes, accidents, and public events; enforce parking laws and ordinances in assigned areas on foot or in a motorized vehicle, issue parking violation citations, and testify in court as required; and participate in assigned training programs and the City of Clovis Police Department Police Academy Prep Program. Positions in this class may also be assigned to book prisoners arrested by Police Officers, perform jail checks, and transport prisoners as needed; this position works in close quarters with individuals who have been arrested for various criminal acts, including serious and violent offenses, and persons under the influence of alcohol and/or drugs; required to wear a firearm while performing job functions in the jail unit and during transport of arrestees outside of the police facility upon the incumbent receiving their PC 832 training and passing the departmental pistol qualifications; attend training in defensive tactics to assist in dealing with assaultive and/or uncooperative arrestees in the custody setting; and perform related work as required.
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EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE
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PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORKING CONDITIONS
SELECTION PROCESS
Interested applicants must submit a completed City of Clovis employment application and supplemental questionnaire, to the City of Clovis Personnel Office. The position will be open until filled. Applications must be submitted online at www.cityofclovis.com. For additional questions, you may contact Personnel at (559) 324-2725. Applicants may not attach any additional documents that are not required to their application form or submit any other documents by email, mail, fax, or hand delivery. Reasonable accommodation, when needed, for otherwise qualified candidates with disabilities, must be requested in writing and faxed to (559) 324-2865 at the time of application submission. The Police Cadet is an extra help part-time position designed to prepare candidates for possible future full-time Police Officer positions. If selected the Police Cadet Extra Help Part-Time position does not constitute a contract for a full-time permanent position. Applicants will receive notification regarding the status of their application by email or phone once the applications have been processed and reviewed.
Applicants must meet each qualification for the position at the time of application submission. All applications will be reviewed based on the necessary employment standards for the position. Selection shall be made from those applicants who submit a complete employment application, supplemental questionnaire, meet the position requirements, POST Academy requirements, receive a passing score on an initial application screening, and receive a qualifying score on an oral interview that will be weighted 100%. Oral interviews for the position will be administered in the City of Clovis. As determined by the City and at the City's expense, successful candidates shall be required to complete and pass a Personal History Questionnaire, an extensive background investigation, a polygraph or voice stress examination, a psychological examination, a medical examination, and a drug/alcohol screen. Possession of a valid California Driver's License and a good driving record will be required prior to hire. Proof of citizenship or eligibility to work in the U.S. will be required at the time of hire.
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terms and conditions can change without notice.
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