Job No 545721 Police Officer

CLASSIFICATION TITLE: Police Officer

UNION CODE: R08

FT/PT: Fulltime

PAY PLAN: 12month

WORKPLACE TYPE: Onsite (work inperson at business location)

ANTICIPATED HIRING RANGE: $6418 $7193

• However offer amount will be commensurate with candidates experience education skills and training.

CSU CLASSIFICATION SALARY RANGE: $6418 $9468

PAY BASIS: Monthly

POLICEOFFICERBENEFITS: Excellent Health Dental & Vision benefits PERSPeace Officer Retirement 2.5 at 57 Employee contribution 10.5 Pay incentives for P.O.S.T. Intermediate and Advanced Certificates 14 paid holidays (includes 1 personal holiday) Tuition fee waiver for employees and dependents Pay incentives for special assignments Annual Uniform Allowance.

CANDIDATES ELIGIBLE TO APPLY: Open to all qualified applicants

SPECIAL INSTRUCTIONS TO APPLICANT:

FOR PRIORITY CONSIDERATION applications must be received by March 12 2025; however the position will remain open until filled.

Testing Requirements: Those applicants meeting the basic criteria will be invited to participate in the physical agility examination. Those applicants who successfully complete the physical agility exam will then be scheduled for the oral interview. Applicants must pass each phase of the testing process physical agility and interview to be deemed eligible for employment consideration. The physical agility test is scored on a passfail basis with the eligibility ranking being established solely on the basis of the interview before a Qualifications Appraisal Board for the purpose of appraising training experience interest and suitability.

Applicants under consideration for employment must undergo an extensive and thorough background investigation including credit report and pass a medical examination including drug screening and psychological examination. The required Physical Agility Test consists of the following four components:

1. 99yard Obstacle Course: The candidate will run a 99yard obstacle course consisting of several sharp turns a number of curb height obstacles and a 34inchhigh obstacle that must be vaulted.
2. Body Drag: The candidate will lift and drag a 165pound lifelike dummy for 32 feet.
3. Solid & Chain Link Fence Climb: The candidate will run 5 yards to a 6foot fence climb over the fence and continue running another 25 yards.
4. 500Yard Run: Run 500 yards (equivalent to one lap plus 60yards of a standard running track).

POSITION PURPOSE: The CSUB University Police Department is dedicated to ensuring the safest possible environment for our students faculty staff and visitors. The University Police Department is a fullservice law enforcement agency that is available 24 hours a day 7 days a week. The University Police Department investigates crimes that occur on campus and assists other local law enforcement agencies.

The Police Officer under general supervision of the Assistant Vice President and Chief of Police with additional direction from the Police Captain performs entrylevel sworn officer responsibilities in maintaining campus safety and security. The Police Officer duties involve a range of law enforcement duties requiring knowledge of criminal codes investigative techniques and effective community engagement. The Police Officer patrols campus facilities responds to emergencies enforces laws and traffic regulations and assists in investigations as needed.

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

Law Enforcement & Patrol

1. Conduct routine patrols of campus buildings grounds and parking areas on foot bicycle or vehicle to deter and detect criminal activity.
2. Check doors windows and other points of access to ensure security and report any suspicious conditions or unauthorized individuals.
3. Utilize campus surveillance systems and alarms to monitor activities across campus.
4. Respond promptly to alerts or alarms and investigate potential security breaches or unusual behavior captured on cameras.
5. Respond promptly to calls for service emergencies and alarms; investigate suspicious activities and persons.
6. Assess situations gather information and take appropriate action to ensure public safety and resolve incidents.
7. Investigate suspicious activities persons or vehicles observed during patrols or reported by community members.
8. Conduct field interviews gather evidence and document findings to determine if further action or intervention is required.
9. Maintain detailed logs and records of patrol activities observations incidents and interactions with individuals.
10. Prepare accurate and thorough reports documenting investigative findings witness statements and evidence collected.
11. Monitor traffic flow on campus roadways enforce parking regulations and issue citations or warnings to violators.
12. Direct traffic during peak periods special events or emergencies to ensure safe and orderly movement of vehicles and pedestrians.
13. Collaborate with campus security personnel administrators and student organizations to address safety concerns and coordinate responses to incidents.
14. Participate in joint patrols or operations with campus partners to enhance visibility and security presence across campus.

Public Safety & Community Engagement

1. Provide general assistance and information to students faculty staff and visitors. Act as a resource for campus safety concerns.
2. Engage in proactive community policing initiatives to foster positive relationships with the campus community.
3. Conduct educational programs and presentations on crime prevention personal safety and campus security awareness.
4. Collaborate with campus departments and external agencies on public safety initiatives and emergency response planning.

Emergency & Incident Response

1. Respond to emergencies such as medical incidents fires hazardous material spills and natural disasters.
2. Coordinate with campus and external emergency services to ensure effective response and resolution of incidents.
3. Assist in crowd management and control during large events protests or disturbances on campus.
4. Provide first aid and emergency medical assistance to injured individuals until paramedics arrive.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE High school diploma or equivalent.

LICENSES

• Successful completion of a California P.O.S.T. Basic Police Academy (or valid waiver).
• Current California P.O.S.T. Basic Peace Officer certification prior to the date of appointment.
• Possession of a valid drivers license or the ability to obtain by date of hire.

SKILLS KNOWLEDGE & ABILITIES (SKAs)

• Regular and reliable attendance is required.
• Understanding of law enforcement methods procedures and protocols for maintaining public safety and enforcing laws.
• Knowledge of criminal codes statutes and regulations relevant to campus policing.
• Familiarity with emergency response tactics and procedures for managing critical incidents including medical emergencies fires and security breaches.
• Proficiency in conducting investigations gathering evidence interviewing witnesses and preparing comprehensive reports.
• Understanding of forensic procedures and evidence collection.
• Ability to learn and use surveillance systems alarm systems and other security technologies used in campus security operations.
• Understanding of communityoriented policing principles and strategies to build positive relationships with the campus community.
• Ability to collaborate with diverse stakeholders including students faculty staff and community members.
• Ability to write clear reports detailing incidents investigations and other law enforcement activities.
• Strong problemsolving skills to assess situations evaluate risks and make informed decisions under pressure.
• Ability to analyze information prioritize tasks and respond appropriately to emergencies and incidents.
• Proficiency in physical fitness and defensive tactics necessary for patrolling campus areas apprehending suspects and maintaining personal safety.
• Excellent interpersonal skills to deescalate conflicts negotiate effectively and maintain composure during challenging situations.
• Empathy and cultural sensitivity when interacting with individuals from diverse backgrounds.
• Ability to adapt to changing situations work effectively under pressure and remain calm during emergencies.
• Resilience to handle the physical and emotional demands of law enforcement work.
• Commitment to upholding high ethical standards and integrity in all aspects of law enforcement duties.
• Adherence to legal and professional codes of conduct while enforcing laws and regulations.
• Strong attention to detail in conducting investigations documenting incidents and following procedural guidelines.
• Ability to maintain accuracy and precision in all law enforcement activities.
• Must be free from any physical emotional and mental condition which might adversely affect the exercise of powers of a police officer.
• Must be able to read and write at the levels necessary to perform the job of a police officer as determined using the P.O.S.T. EntryLevel Law Enforcement Test Battery or other jobrelated tests of reading and writing ability.
• Demonstrated customer service experience requiring a very high level of diplomacy and professionalism.
• Ability to use tact and diplomacy to effectively handle a broad range of high level and sensitive interpersonal situations with diverse personalities and to respond appropriately to conflicts and problems.
• Ability to initiate establish and foster communication and teamwork by maintaining a positive cooperative productive work atmosphere in the University with the ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships within a diverse population and with those from various cultural backgrounds.
• Thorough knowledge of English grammar spelling and punctuation.
• Ability to interpret communicate and apply policies and procedures.
• Ability to maintain a high degree of confidentiality.
• Excellent organizational and time management skills with the ability to set own priorities to coordinate multiple assignments with fluctuating and timesensitive deadlines.
• Excellent computer skills and competence with a variety of computer applications including wordprocessing spreadsheets databases online systems Internet as well as online calendaring and email.
• Working knowledge of or ability to quickly learn University infrastructure.
• Must be willing to travel and attend training programs offsite for occasional professional development.
• Must be able to work overtime holidays nights weekends and adjust working hours to meet special jobs. May be called back periodically to perform work as needed on an emergency basis.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelors degree.
• Previous experience in law enforcement.
• Additional certifications or training in specialized areas of law enforcement.
• Demonstrated skills in an institutional/educational environment possessing a customeroriented and servicecentered attitude.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS: HEAVY WORK 50 or more of the activities involve walking standing squatting kneeling or climbing; lifting heavy weight objects which may exceed 50 pounds. Must possess strength and agility to apprehend and restrain individuals when necessary as well as climb stairs jump barriers and lift or move heavy objects. Involves prolonged periods of standing walking or running especially during patrols or while responding to incidents. Good handeye coordination is important for tasks such as handling firearms operating equipment and conducting field investigations. Required to carry personal protective equipment including police uniform duty belt weapon etc.

ENVIRONMENTAL FACTORS:

• Is exposed to excessive noise
• Is exposed to marked changes in temperature and/or humidity
• Is exposed to dust fumes gases or radiation microwave
• Drives motorized equipment
• Other: Exposure to potentially dangerous and highstress situations. Exposure to physical violence hazardous materials and traffic hazards.

SPECIAL CONDITIONS:

SCREENING: Only those applicants possessing experience most directly related to the immediate needs of the office will be invited to appear before a Qualifications Appraisal Board for the purpose of appraising training experience and interest in the position.

BACKGROUND CHECK: Satisfactory completion of a background check (including a criminal records check) is required for employment. CSU will make a conditional offer of employment which may be rescinded if the background check reveals disqualifying information and/or it is discovered that the candidate knowingly withheld or falsified information. Failure to satisfactorily complete the background check may affect the continued employment of a current CSU employee who was conditionally offered the position.

SENSITIVE POSITION: Sensitive positions are designated by the CSU as requiring heightened scrutiny of individuals holding the position based on potential for harm to children concerns for the safety and security of the people animals or property or heightened risk of financial loss to the CSU or individuals in the university community.

MANDATED REPORTER: General: The person holding this position is considered a general mandated reporter under the California Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Act and is required to comply with the requirements set forth in CSU Executive Order 1083 revised July 21 2017.

CAMPUS SECURITY AUTHORITY (CSA): This position is designated as a Campus Security Authority (CSA). The position is required to participate in training at the direction of the Clery Director and must also promptly report allegations of reportable crimes according to the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act its accompanying regulations; the California State Education Code Chapter 15.5 of the Donahoe Higher Education Act Section 67380; and the California State University systemwide policy Code EO 1107.

GENERAL INFORMATION: It is the policy of California State University Bakersfield to hire only United States citizens and aliens lawfully authorized to work in the United States. All new employees will be required to present documentation verifying their right to accept employment. You will also be requested to present a social security card at the time of initial appointment in compliance with state payroll regulations. State regulations require that every state employee sign the Oath of Allegiance prior to commencing the duties of his/her State employment except legally employed noncitizens. These individuals are required to sign the Declaration of Permission to Work.

EEO STATEMENT: All university programs and activities are open and available to all regardless of race sex color ethnicity or national origin. Consistent with California law and federal civil rights laws the CSU Bakersfield provides equal opportunity in education and employment without unlawful discrimination or preferential treatment based on race sex color ethnicity or national origin. Our commitment to equal opportunity means ensuring that every student and employee has access to the resources and support they need to thrive and succeed in a university environment and in their communities. The CSU Bakersfield complies with Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972 the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act the California Equity in Higher Education Act Californias Proposition 209 (Art. I Section 31 of the California Constitution) other applicable state and federal antidiscrimination laws and CSUs Nondiscrimination Policy. We prohibit discriminatory preferential treatment segregation based on race or any other protected status and all forms of discrimination harassment and retaliation in all university programs policies and practices.

The CSU Bakersfield is a diverse community of individuals who represent many perspectives beliefs and identities committed to fostering an inclusive respectful and intellectually vibrant environment. We cultivate a culture of open dialogue mutual respect and belonging to support educational excellence and student success. Through academic programs student organizations and activities faculty initiatives and community partnerships we encourage meaningful engagement with diverse perspectives. As a higher education institution we are dedicated to advancing knowledge and empowering individuals to reach their full potential by prioritizing inclusive curriculum development faculty and staff training student mentorship and comprehensive support programs. At CSU Bakersfield excellence is built on merit talent diversity accessibility and equal opportunity for all.