Police Services Officer I  Salary $28.72 - $34.91 Hourly Location El Cajon, CA Job Type Full-time Job Number 25-03 Department Police Opening Date 01/13/2025 Closing Date 2/3/2025 5:00 PM Pacific

DESCRIPTION

BENEFITS QUESTIONS

Job Overview The Opportunity:

The City of El Cajon is currently searching for an enthusiastic professional to be an integral part of the City's Police Department. The ideal candidate will be a team player and can perform a variety of specialized police support duties in a non-sworn capacity. The individual must also be flexible in the sense that assignments can be change based operation and department needs.

The Community:

As the sixth largest city in San Diego County, El Cajon is recognized as a wonderful location to live, work and play. El Cajon boasts a diverse and vibrant community, safe and attractive neighborhoods, many parks and recreation centers, award-winning schools, libraries, and other amenities. El Cajon is a full service City, with first-class police and fire departments. Ultimately, El Cajon is a shining example of a local government that provides exceptional municipal service with an innovative mindset. El Cajon is seen as a leader among cities. Through the vision of the El Cajon City Council, El Cajon is able to balance new growth and development while preserving a rich and honored heritage. The City staff is professional, knowledgeable, and focused on providing exceptional customer service. The Recruitment 

Process:

Applications and Supplemental Questionnaires will be screened. The most highly qualified candidates will be invited to go through pre-employment testing and/or screening. Successful candidates will be placed on an eligible list for employment consideration for at least six months. Candidates selected for this position will be required to pass a thorough background investigation, including credit check, polygraph, medical examination, and drug screen.

Typical Duties All assignments:

Prepares reports of crimes and violations taken over the telephone, in the field, or at the front counter of the Police facility; Operates computers and other equipment to input, access and maintain statistics; Assists in preparation of documents and evidence for court and testifies in court as required; Maintains a variety of files and logs; May be required to train new employees and volunteers. There are currently four assignments in this classification. As the need arises, additional assignments may be created. The representative duties in the current assignments are: Traffic assignment: Directs traffic; Investigates and impounds abandoned vehicles; Conducts and coordinates school patrol outing and summer camp; Investigates minor traffic accidents; May collect and photograph evidence; May coordinate the school safety patrol and bicycle safety programs; Investigates and enforces a variety of traffic-related municipal ordinances and state vehicle code provisions.

Investigation assignment:

Investigates misdemeanor and some non-violent felony crimes; Prepares cases for presentation to the district attorney; Interviews victims, witnesses and suspects; Conducts follow-up on cases; Inventories and tags seized property; May be assigned to act a juvenile liaison officer; Assists in medical examination of rape victims for evidence collection; Serves as liaison with other agencies.

Patrol assignment:

Conducts basic evidence gathering at crime scenes and case investigations, Collection and preservation of evidence for court presentation; May investigate minor traffic accidents; Performs traffic control duties; Issues parking citations and investigates and impounds abandoned vehicles.

Administration Assignment:

Develops, facilitates and conducts crime awareness, prevention and security inspection programs within the community; Mobilizes community crime prevention volunteer groups; Monitors, analyzes and identifies actual and potential crime trends; Prepares staff reports; Coordinates speakers bureau and facility tour programs.

Qualification Guidelines Education:

Educational achievement equivalent to graduation from high school. College level coursework in criminal justice is desirable.

Experience:

None Required Special Requirements:

Possession of or ability to obtain, prior to employment, a valid Class C California driver's license with a safe driving record. Additional Information To view the full job description, click here: Police Services Officer I Employer City of El Cajon Address 200 Civic Center Way El Cajon, California, 92020 Phone 619-441-1736