Police Officer/Lateral (20622100)

Location

3901 Alamo Street Simi Valley, 93063

Description

Join our team!

The Simi Valley Police Department is seeking dedicated Police Officers to join the force and help protect and serve the community.

In this role, officers work under general supervision and are responsible for:

• Enforcing laws to protect life and property

• Conducting investigations and responding to emergencies

• Carrying out special assignments as needed

• Performing other law enforcement duties to ensure public safety

If you’re looking for a rewarding career in law enforcement with opportunities for growth and specialized assignments, apply today!

Details:

• This position participates in a 4/10 work schedule.
• Must be willing to work nights, weekends, and holidays
• Salary range $35.06 - $53.35 hourly with Excellent Benefits (see below)
• To view the full job description, click on the link:

Minimum Qualifications for consideration:Any combination of education and experience that would likely provide the required knowledge and abilities is qualifying. A typical way to obtain the knowledge and abilities would be:

Education/Training:Equivalent to graduation from an accredited U.S. high school; passing score on the General Education Development (GED) test; or possession of a two-year, four-year, or advanced degree from an accredited college or university. College course work in police science, criminal justice, or a related field is desirable.

Experience:Completion of a P.O.S.T.-certified training academy.

License or Certificate: Possession of a valid California Class C driver license with an acceptable driving record. Possession of a California Basic P.O.S.T. certificate within one year of employment.

Special Requirements: Must be 21 years of age as of the date of hire. Must be a United States citizen or meet citizenship requirements. Must be of good moral character with no felony convictions.

Please refer to the attachments below for additional benefits information, disqualifying factors and much more.

Job Description URL:

https://www.simivalley.org/home/showpublisheddocument/25363/637927785050500000

Job PDF:

Additional Job PDF:

Job Video Link URL:

http://www.SVPDJobs.org

Ideal Candidate

The ideal Lateral Police Officer will:

• Bring proven law enforcement experience, demonstrating sound judgment and problem-solving skills

• Maintain composure under pressure, handling fast-paced and challenging situations effectively

• Exhibit strong communication skills, both in routine interactions and critical incidents

• Work collaboratively with fellow officers, community members, and other agencies

• Adapt to diverse challenges with professionalism and empathy

• Uphold the highest ethical standards, ensuring integrity and public trust

• Show leadership qualities and a proactive approach to crime prevention

• Be passionate about making a positive impact in the community through service-oriented policing

Benefits

We are proud to offer a comprehensive and competitivebenefits package. Most medical plans, including family coverage, are fully paid for as outlined in the current employee group contract. Additionally, we provide a full calendar of employee appreciation events and activities, along with many other valuable benefits, including:

Retirement/Pension:

• CalPERS 3% @ 55 retirement plan or CalPERS 2.7% @ 57 retirement plan (employee pays 12% contribution for either plan), based on employee’s years of previous service in a CalPERS or reciprocal public retirement system.

Deferred Compensation

• 401(k) plan with a Roth option
  • City contribution of $20per pay check.
• 457 plan with Roth option

Retirement Health Savings Plan

• City contribution of $300 per month to a healthcare reimbursement program for retiree medical

Health Insurance:

• Medical Premiums are covered at 100% for most plans, even family coverage.
• Coverage available as early as 1st of the month following start date.
• A variety of PPO and HMO plans are available through the CalPERS Health Program.
• The City contributes $158.00 per month and up to $2,100.00 per month in “Simiflex Dollars,” towards the cost of medical.
• “Simiflex Dollars” can be used to offset the cost of medical, dental, and/or vision insurance, or other optional benefits.

Paid Leave:

• Work/Life balance with 4.8 weeks of AL (Annual Leave) per year to start (AL combines vacation and sick time).
• Accruals increase at 5 years and 10 years of service.
• Cash out option available after one year of service.
• 11 paid holidays per year and one floating holiday per year.

Special Allowances:

• Additional compensation is paid for officers assigned to:
  • Canine ($589/mo.)
  • Detectives ($100/mo.)
  • Motors ($100/mo.)
  • Bilingual/Spanish ($100/mo.)

Educational Incentives:

• 5% incentive is paid to those employees possessing a Bachelor’s degree
• 2.5% incentive for an Associate of Arts or Science degree.
• Both incentives require achieving at least step 4 of the salary range (not to be compounded).

POST Incentive:

• 3% incentive is paid to those possessing an Intermediate POST certification.
• 6% incentive is paid for an Advanced POST certification.

Prescription Drug Plan:

• Major retail options and mail order program.

Paid Dental Insurance:

• HMO and PPO options available from Delta Dental and fully covered by the City for family coverage.

Vision Insurance:

• City contribution of $19.80 per month
• Vision insurance from VSP costs the employee $1.46 per month for family coverage.

Flexible Spending Account (FSA):

• An FSA account allows employees to set aside pre-tax dollars for out-of-pocket health and dependent care expenses.
• Eliminate paying federal or state taxes with an FSA account.

Employee Assistance Program (EAP):

• Confidential counseling and referral service to help employees and their household members resolve personal problems.
• Up to 8 free consultations for employees and all members of their household.

Optional Insurance from AFLAC:

• Available plans include accident, cancer, hospital and critical care.

Employee & Dependent Life Insurance Plans:

• $100,000 employee coverage provided at the City's expense.
• $5,000 dependent coverage provided at the City's expense.

Short-Term & Long-Term Disability Plans

• Provided at the City's expense

Tuition Reimbursement:

• Up to $600 per year.

Uniform Allowance:

• The City provides a uniform allowance of $1,600 per year. In addition, all uniforms and safety equipment are initially provided to newly hired Police Officers.

This information is intended to give an overview of the benefits available to City employees. It is not intended to be a contract (expressed or implied), nor is it intended to otherwise create any legally enforceable obligations on the part of the City, its agents or its employees.

Special Instructions

This recruitment is continuous with application review occurring on a regular basis. The most qualified candidates will be invited to the next steps in our hiring process. An invitation is not guaranteed.

Resumes are not accepted in lieu of the City’s Application form. Employment applications must be complete, contain a minimum of ten years of experience (appropriately), and list gaps in employment.

Selection Process:

• Applications will be evaluated based on education, training, and experience as it relates to the position.
• Testing may include written, oral panel interviews, and department-level interviews.

All offers of employment are contingent upon the following:

If selected for this position, you agree to undergo the following before your official appointment:

• Polygraph Examination
• Comprehensive Background Investigation
• Psychological Evaluation
• Drug Screening before your official appointment
• Providing copies of degree(s), training certifications/licenses listed on application/resume
• Verification of Employment for entire job history

Applicants seeking Veteran’s Preference must submit form DD214 with the application.

Reasonable Accommodation:In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, if you need special assistance in the selection process, please notify the Human Resources Division, in writing.

CITY OF SIMI VALLEY IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER ENCOURAGING WORKFORCE DIVERSITY

Recruitment Contact

Contact phone:

(805)583-6336

Contact email:

[email protected]