City of Oxnard
Police Officer (Academy Complete and POST Certified)
City of Oxnard, Oxnard, California, United States, 93033
The City of Oxnard is excited to announce that it is currently accepting applications for
Police Officer I/II
positions within the Police Department.
Candidates should possess P.O.S.T. Certification and have completed the POST Academy.To learn more about the Police Department, we welcome you to view our department's video:
https://youtu.be/qt3ZcP7I87QSUMMARY:Under general supervision, performs routine to complex tasks and duties assigned to classes within the Police Officer series including protection of public health, safety and welfare, and enforcement of applicable federal, state and local laws; learns policies, procedures and work methods associated with assigned duties; performs related duties as required.DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS:The
Police Officer I
is the entry-level position in this class responsible for the full scope and responsibility of assigned work, under direct supervision. This classification is distinguished from the next higher classification of Police Officer II by the latter's completion of a one-year probationary period.The
Police Officer II
is the journey level position in this class responsible for the full scope and responsibility of assigned work, under general supervision. This classification is distinguished from the next lower classification of Police Officer I by the completion of a one-year probationary period and from the next higher classification of Police Officer III by the latter's responsibility for the more difficult and complex tasks and the performance of the coordination and oversight responsibilities for a designated beat.SALARY:
$89,527.15 - $132,858.13
annually DOESUPERVISION RECEIVED/EXERCISED:General supervision is provided by a Police Sergeant or higher level management staff. No supervision is exercised unless serving as a member of the Field Training Program. Police Officer II may provide technical supervision to lower level officers.ESSENTIAL DUTIES:Patrols assigned areas by car, foot, motorcycle or other methods as may be appropriate.Responds to questions, concerns and requests for service from the general public; provides information as is appropriate and resolves complaints.Performs investigations and takes appropriate action in cases of law violations.Preserves law and order; prevents and discovers the commission of crime; enforces regulations and laws; apprehends lawbreakers.Obtains and processes evidence; traces persons and vehicles involved in accidents or violations of law.Takes written statements; clears accident scenes; prepares required reports; testifies in court; maintains investigative records.Assists other agencies as required.EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:Police Officer I:
A high school diploma, or the equivalent.Police Officer II:
A high school diploma, or the equivalentRequires completion of the one year probationary period as a Police Officer I for the City of Oxnard.LICENSE, CERTIFICATION AND OTHER REQUIREMENTS:
Possession of a valid unrestricted class C California driver's license.Possession of a Basic Certificate issued by the California Commission on Peace Officer Standards and Training (POST).Bilingual Spanish/English speaking skills are
highly desired .Prior to appointment all candidates must pass a thorough background investigation and will be required to undergo a polygraph test, psychological evaluation and medical examination.UNION MEMBERSHIP:
Positions in this classification are represented by Oxnard Peace Officers Association (OPOA).APPLICATION PROCESS:
(subject to change)Submit NEOGOV/Government Jobs on-line application.Complete and submit responses to the supplemental questions, if required.Upload resume, cover letter, proof of degree (transcript) or other requested documents.Your application may be rejected as incomplete if you do not include the relevant information in the online application and include the information only on the resume. Applications and/or Supplemental Questionnaires that state "see my resume" or "see my personnel file" are considered incomplete and will not be accepted. Cover letters and/or optional resumes are not accepted in lieu of a completed application.NOTE:
The provisions of this bulletin do not constitute an expressed or implied contract. Any provision contained in this bulletin may be modified or revoked without notice.The City of Oxnard is an Equal Opportunity Employer and welcomes applications from all qualified applicants. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital status, medical condition, disability or sexual orientation.
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Police Officer I/II
positions within the Police Department.
Candidates should possess P.O.S.T. Certification and have completed the POST Academy.To learn more about the Police Department, we welcome you to view our department's video:
https://youtu.be/qt3ZcP7I87QSUMMARY:Under general supervision, performs routine to complex tasks and duties assigned to classes within the Police Officer series including protection of public health, safety and welfare, and enforcement of applicable federal, state and local laws; learns policies, procedures and work methods associated with assigned duties; performs related duties as required.DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS:The
Police Officer I
is the entry-level position in this class responsible for the full scope and responsibility of assigned work, under direct supervision. This classification is distinguished from the next higher classification of Police Officer II by the latter's completion of a one-year probationary period.The
Police Officer II
is the journey level position in this class responsible for the full scope and responsibility of assigned work, under general supervision. This classification is distinguished from the next lower classification of Police Officer I by the completion of a one-year probationary period and from the next higher classification of Police Officer III by the latter's responsibility for the more difficult and complex tasks and the performance of the coordination and oversight responsibilities for a designated beat.SALARY:
$89,527.15 - $132,858.13
annually DOESUPERVISION RECEIVED/EXERCISED:General supervision is provided by a Police Sergeant or higher level management staff. No supervision is exercised unless serving as a member of the Field Training Program. Police Officer II may provide technical supervision to lower level officers.ESSENTIAL DUTIES:Patrols assigned areas by car, foot, motorcycle or other methods as may be appropriate.Responds to questions, concerns and requests for service from the general public; provides information as is appropriate and resolves complaints.Performs investigations and takes appropriate action in cases of law violations.Preserves law and order; prevents and discovers the commission of crime; enforces regulations and laws; apprehends lawbreakers.Obtains and processes evidence; traces persons and vehicles involved in accidents or violations of law.Takes written statements; clears accident scenes; prepares required reports; testifies in court; maintains investigative records.Assists other agencies as required.EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:Police Officer I:
A high school diploma, or the equivalent.Police Officer II:
A high school diploma, or the equivalentRequires completion of the one year probationary period as a Police Officer I for the City of Oxnard.LICENSE, CERTIFICATION AND OTHER REQUIREMENTS:
Possession of a valid unrestricted class C California driver's license.Possession of a Basic Certificate issued by the California Commission on Peace Officer Standards and Training (POST).Bilingual Spanish/English speaking skills are
highly desired .Prior to appointment all candidates must pass a thorough background investigation and will be required to undergo a polygraph test, psychological evaluation and medical examination.UNION MEMBERSHIP:
Positions in this classification are represented by Oxnard Peace Officers Association (OPOA).APPLICATION PROCESS:
(subject to change)Submit NEOGOV/Government Jobs on-line application.Complete and submit responses to the supplemental questions, if required.Upload resume, cover letter, proof of degree (transcript) or other requested documents.Your application may be rejected as incomplete if you do not include the relevant information in the online application and include the information only on the resume. Applications and/or Supplemental Questionnaires that state "see my resume" or "see my personnel file" are considered incomplete and will not be accepted. Cover letters and/or optional resumes are not accepted in lieu of a completed application.NOTE:
The provisions of this bulletin do not constitute an expressed or implied contract. Any provision contained in this bulletin may be modified or revoked without notice.The City of Oxnard is an Equal Opportunity Employer and welcomes applications from all qualified applicants. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital status, medical condition, disability or sexual orientation.
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