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No Longer accepting applications for: Last Updated 4/19/2011
Police Officer
(Lateral or Academy Graduate)
Lateral police officers and California basic police academy graduates: Job requisition #11736 at http://jobs.berkeley.eduhas been closed while we proceed with the hiring process.
Entry-level police officer candidates: Please watch this page for updated information about the next hiring process.
Responsibilities
Police Officers are the primary representatives of the University of California Police Department, directly responsible for delivery of public safety and law enforcement services on and near the campus and other properties owned, controlled or occupied by the University. Police Officers work under the general direction of, and report directly to, a Sergeant of Police. Police Officers must work independently as well as collaboratively, carrying out instructions and self-initiating activity in a manner consistent with law, regulations, department policies and standard procedures.
Police Officers engage in preventative patrols on foot and by vehicle, and respond to calls for service from University affiliates and the general public. They make arrests, conduct investigations, prepare necessary documentation and testify in court. They maintain custody of and arrange for the proper disposition of evidence, contraband and lost & found property. Police Officers provide for security and safety of persons and property at University ceremonies and events. Police Officers may routinely work evening, night and weekend shifts, and all officers can be required to work mandatory overtime assignments, to attend off-site training and to provide mutual aid to other agencies or locations, based on the needs of the department.
Requirements
Candidates for the position of Police Officer must:
• Be at least 21 years of age at the time of appointment;
• Possess a valid California Driver License;
• Have earned a valid high school diploma or the equivalent;
• Be a US citizen or have applied for citizenship (and achieve citizenship within three years);
• Have no felony convictions;
• Be a sworn peace officer in the State of California within the previous three years, hold a valid California POST Basic Police Academy certificate or hold a valid California POST Basic Course Waiver;
• Meet all other requirements for peace officers as established by law and the California Commission on Peace Officer Standards and Training (POST).
Preferred qualifications include:
• A Bachelors degree or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience;
• Excellent verbal and written skills and the demonstrated ability to interact with a diverse community;
• Ability to use vehicles, computer systems, weapons and other technologies and tools employed by police agencies;
• Understanding of modern policing issues, philosophies, practices and trends as applied within the University environment.
Salary
As of October 2010 the salary range for Police Officer is $71,376 - $86,280 per year.
We offer stipends for POST certificates and specialty assignments per these rates: POST certificates ($225/month for intermediate or $325/month for advanced) and specialty assignments ($175/month).
The department also provides an annual $1,000 uniform allowance after a full year of employment.
After ten years of service, police officers are eligible for a 4% longevity pay benefit.
Previously sworn officers may be assigned a step within the salary range based on prior experience.
Benefits
For information on the comprehensives benefits package offered by the University, visit:
http://atyourservice.ucop.edu/forms_pubs/misc/benefits_of_belonging.pdf
How To Apply
The only way to apply is online at jobs.berkeley.edu. You must have an e-mail account. Once your application is submitted, we will contact you via e-mail or telephone to provide you with details about the selection process.
NOTE: Some e-mail programs may use filters which might block our correspondence. Please check your e-mail settings, and watch for e-mail from “UCPD.”
The Selection Process
Criminal Background Check
This position has been designated as sensitive and may require a Criminal Background Check. We reserve the right to make employment contingent upon successful completion of a Criminal Background Check.
Driving Required
A valid driver's license and DMV check for driving record is required.
Physical Exam
Employment is contingent upon passing a physical exam.
Other Information
To verify eligibility, applicants may be required to complete a written exam, a physical agility test, a panel interview, a background investigation, medical and psychological exams, a pre-employment drug test, and other procedures as necessary.
Equal Employment Opportunity
The University of California, Berkeley is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer.
More Information
If you would like more information about our department, please contact Administrative Sergeant LeRoy Harris by phone at (510) 642-1157 or via e-mail at l_harris@berkeley.edu.
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