Salary : $138,964.80 - $167,731.20 Annually
Location : Hayward Police Department - 300 West Winton Avenue, Hayward, CA
Job Type: Full-Time
Job Number: P200A-2019-01
Department: Hayward Police Department
Division: Patrol Division
Opening Date: 12/28/2018
Closing Date: Continuous
DescriptionDEADLINE TO APPLY: This recruitment will remain open on a continuous basis until the needs of the City are met. Applications are reviewed weekly. Applicants are encouraged to apply immediately.
THE POSITION: Police Officer - Academy Graduate/ Academy Participant/ FTO - must have successfully completed a California POST approved Basic Police Academy with a valid California POST Academy Certificate; OR currently attending a POST approved Basic Police Academy and/or has been accepted to a POST approved Basic Police Academy.
The City of Hayward is accepting application for Police Officer--Academy Graduates and Academy Participants. Police Officers at the City of Hayward perform a wide variety of law enforcement assignments including but not limited to: patrol, traffic control, criminal and juvenile investigation, and radio communication. These require operating a patrol car or motorcycle, arresting and citing violators of laws, writing reports, serving warrants, testifying in court and providing information to the public.
Those candidates who are currently participating in the Police Academy would be hired as a Police Officer Trainee ($5,837-$6,125). The Police Officer Trainee is hired into a civilian position for the period of time they are assigned to the police academy. Upon successful completion of training at the academy, Trainees will then be sworn in and appointed to the classification of Police Officer. Police Officer Trainee benefits are limited to those of a civilian employee.DEFINITION Under general supervision, the Police Officer patrols the City's commercial, industrial, and residential districts; enforces laws and ordinances of the state of California and the city of Hayward, works closely with the community to preserve the peace and promote public safety; carefully documents own activities in written reports and statements; performs a wide variety of law enforcement assignments such as patrol, traffic control, criminal and juvenile investigation, radio communications, and administrative services; provides court testimony; investigates crimes such as burglary, robbery, assault, and disturbing the peace; assists firefighters and emergency medical technicians; and performs related duties as assigned.
DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS Work normally consists of routine police tasks performed according to Department rules and regulations. Incumbents receive general and special instructions and must be able to act without direct supervision. The absence of ongoing supervisory responsibilities distinguishes this class from the class of Police Sergeant.
SUPERVISION RECEIVED General supervision is provided by higher level officers.
SUPERVISION EXERCISEDProvide occasional supervision to volunteers, reserve officers and professional support staff.
Essential DutiesDuties may include but are not limited to the following:
Patrols the assigned area on foot or in patrol vehicle, makes routine security checks, inspects places of possible disorder and keeps alert to discover suspect circumstances or persons.
Operates a patrol car, motorcycle, or other vehicle
Responds to radio and telephone dispatches and appears at scene or disorder or crime.
Resolves disputes, admonishes individuals, responds to accidents and provide emergency first aid.
Arrests and cites violators of laws and ordinances.
Investigates calls and complaints.
Investigates traffic accidents.
Prepares and documents cases; write reports; serve warrants and subpoenas; and testifies in court.
Writes citations.
Investigates conditions hazardous to life or property.
Coordinates crime scene control; makes initial investigations of crimes and crime scenes.
Assists Detectives and other investigators in crime investigation.
Watches for suspicious cars, curfew violators and wanted persons.
Operates two-way radio equipment.
Takes fingerprints and photographs and processes evidence
Assists in booking and jailing prisoners.
Processes and transports prisoners.
Directs traffic.
Questions suspects and witnesses.
Provides information, directions, other services and assistance to the public.
Inspects patrol cars/motorcycles, equipment and weapons to ensure proper operation.
Prepares for and participates in planned events; stands and directs traffic at collision scenes and demonstrations; controls crowds; and cooperates with City, State and other agencies to secure areas at special events or crime scenes.
Participates in special details and assignments.
May serve as a field training officer.
Perform related duties as assigned.
JOB RELATED AND ESSENTIAL QUALIFICATIONS Knowledge of: - Basic law enforcement terminology and concepts.
- Public relations in law enforcement.
- Techniques for dealing with people of all socio-economic levels under hostile and emergency situations.
- Safe vehicle operation.
- Principles of first aid.
Ability to:- Learn principles, practices, procedures, terminology and operation of equipment used in law enforcement and crime prevention and investigation.
- Read and interpret laws, ordinances, regulations and Department policies.
- Analyze situations and adopt a quick, effective and reasonable course of action.
- Drive a vehicle safely.
- Write clear, concise and accurate reports.
- Understand and follow oral and written directions.
- Observe and accurately recall places, names, faces, descriptive characteristics and details of incidents.
- Perform physical tasks inherent in the work of a Police Officer.
- Be courteous but firm with the public when needed
- React quickly and calmly under emergency and stressful situations.
- Make sound decisions.
- Develop skill in the use of a firearm.
- Establish and maintain effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work.
- Perform physically demanding tasks for extended periods of time.
Minimum QualificationsEXPERIENCE AND EDUCATION Any combination equivalent to experience and education that could likely provide the required knowledge and abilities would be qualifying. A typical way to obtain the knowledge and abilities would be:
Experience: Currently employed as a peace officer in probationary status, and able to provide proof of completion of a California POST-approved Basic Academy.
OR
Proof of successful completion of a California Basic POST-approved Basic Academy at time of hire.
Education: High school diploma or equivalent. Possession of an Associate's degree or Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution is desirable.
Necessary Special Qualifications: - Free of any felony convictions.
- Legally authorized to work in the United States as outline by federal law.
- Age, not less than 21 years at time of appointment.
- Vision in each eye, correctable to at least 20/30.
- Must pass a background investigation.
- Must meet all Department medical, physical and psychological standards.
Licenses and Certificates: Possession and maintenance of a valid Class C California Driver's License.
Supplemental InformationSPECIAL REQUIREMENTS Essential duties require the mental and/or physical ability to: work in a standard office environment and use standard office equipment and current software; to work in a field environment in various weather conditions; grasp, perform repetitive hand movements and fine coordination to prepare documents and data using a computer keyboard and mouse/trackball; sit for prolonged periods of time; walk, stand, crouch, reach, twist, turn, kneel, bend, squat, stoop, run and safely lift and move equipment and material weighing up to 45 pounds; converse by telephone, by email, in person, and to small or large groups and be clearly understood; read and comprehend legal, technical, and complex documents, interact with the public and all different levels of City staff in an effective and professional manner; and safely drive to various locations throughout the City and County to fulfill assigned duties. Essential functions much be performed with or without reasonable accommodations.
PROBATIONARY PERIOD: Two (2) Years
Benefits OverviewThis summary provides a brief overview of the benefits available to regular full-time City employees. As indicated in the 2025 Benefit Summary, some employee groups have different benefits based upon negotiated agreements. Depending on employee group, some of these benefits may include:
- Your choice of CalPERS Medical Plan (with generous employer contribution)
- CalPERS Defined Benefit Retirement Plan (2.5% at 55 for Classic CalPERS members | 2.0% at 62 for New CalPERS members | 3.0% at 50 for Classic Safety members | 2.7% at 57 for New Safety Members)
- Dental Insurance (plans available through Delta Dental or United Concordia)
- Vision Insurance
- Life Insurance
- Disability Insurance
- Paid Leave
- Paid Holidays
- Flexible Spending Accounts
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Health and Wellness Reimbursement
- Professional Development Reimbursement
- 457 Deferred Compensation Plan (employee paid)
- Other Employee-Paid benefits include pet insurance and discount plans, pre-paid legal, etc.
To view a summary of the benefits the City offers, please click
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Please be sure to answer the supplemental questions thoroughly and accurately. Applicants are responsible for clearly, completely, and accurately identifying their qualifications. Your responses to the questions must be supported by both the work experience listed on your application as well as your resume. The rating of the supplemental questions may determine your application status and/or rank on the eligible list. I have read and understand the statement above concerning submission of supplemental questionnaire responses.
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Have you successfully completed a POST approved Basic Police Academy Certificate? Are you currently attending and/or have been accepted to a POST approved Basic Police Academy? Are you currently employed by a law enforcement agency, but have yet to complete the probationary period? Please be sure to upload a copy to your application.
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Do you possess a High School diploma or G.E.D.?
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Do you possess a valid Class C California Driver License?
- Yes, I possess a Class C California Driver License
- I possess a driver license outside of California and am able to obtain a Class C California Driver License by date of hire.
- No, I do not possess a Driver License and am not able to obtain one by date of hire.
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