Police Services Officer

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Position Title Police Services Officer
Special Instructions to Applicants
The Contra Costa Community College District, Police Department is looking for qualified candidates that provide professional law enforcement services in a unique College environment. The Department's employees take pride in their work and in the community they serve. The Police Department is dedicated to a community-oriented policing philosophy.

NOTE : New employees will be placed at the first step which is $87,128 per year, second step $90,440 per year or third step $93,242 per year, depending on experience. Based on current salary placement guidelines, all step increases for which an employee becomes eligible shall take place on July 1st of each fiscal year. These increases will occur, on an annual basis, until the maximum step of $106,895 per year is reached on the salary schedule.

Salary Schedule for Police Officer Jobs: Police Services Officer - Shift 1/ RANGE 10 / SALARY $87,128- $106,895. Police Services Officer - Shift Differential plus 5% Shift 2/ RANGE 12/ $91,484- $112,240. Police Services Officer - Corporal/Investigator plus 7.5%- Shift 3/ RANGE 13/ SALARY $93,663- $114,912. Police Services Officer - Corporal/Investigator with Shift Differential plus 12.5%- Shift 4/ RANGE 15/ $98,019- $120,257 per year.

Recruitment Type: Open (Internal and External applicants)
Location District Office
Posting Number 0002341
# of Openings 1
Range 70
Salary YEARLY: $87,128, step 1 - $106,895, step 5 (see special instructions for initial step placement)
Position Status Permanent
Overtime Status Non-Exempt (eligible)
Position Full-Time
If temporary, employment duration: N/A
# of Hours Scheduled Per Week 40
Work Schedule By Day and Work Hours
TBD

Shift Differential % N/A
# of Months 12
Non-work Periods: N/A
EEO Job Category Service/Maintenance
Employee Group Classified
Department M2020-Police Services
Position Definition
To perform law enforcement and crime prevention work on the properties, grounds and facilities of the District; to control traffic flow and enforce state and local traffic regulations; to perform investigative work; and to maintain public safety.

Distinguishing Characteristics
N/A

Examples of Duties/Essential Functions
Duties may include, but are not limited to, the following:
Patrols District campuses in radio-equipped car or on foot; ensures that District regulations, county and state laws are enforced; checks for signs of vandalism, fire or unusual situations.
May conduct both preliminary and follow-up investigations of disturbances, prowlers, burglaries, thefts, hold-ups, death and other criminal incidents.
Makes arrests as necessary, including warrant arrests; interviews victims, complainants and witnesses; interrogates suspects; gathers and preserves evidence; testifies and presents evidence in court.
Contacts and cooperates with other law enforcement agencies in matters relating to the apprehension of offenders and the investigation of offenses.
Prepares reports of arrests made, activities performed and unusual incidents observed.
Stops drivers who are operating vehicles in violation of laws or District regulations; warns drivers against unlawful practices; issues citations and makes arrests as necessary.
Collects monies from parking machines and meters; prepares reports of cash receipts, monies collected and other parking activities.
Checks buildings for physical security; monitors security system.
Performs routine minor repair of permit machines and parking meters.
Prohibits the admittance of unauthorized persons to District facilities.
Fingerprints new District employees.
Directs traffic at fire, special events and other emergency or congested situations.
Maintains contact with public regarding potential law enforcement problems and preserves good relationships with the general public.
Develops and delivers public safety presentations.
Provides protective escorts to students, staff and the public; delivers, or protects the delivery of, money to campus locations.
Assists in the performance of special investigative and crime prevention duties as required.
Responds to medical emergencies; administers first aid as necessary.
Attends in-service training as required.
Performs related duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualification-Education/Experience
EXPERIENCE AND TRAINING
Completion of Academy and/or employment in a recognized law enforcement agency must have been within the last three years.
EDUCATION / LICENSE OR CERTIFICATE
Possession of a high school diploma/ GED or the equivalent.
Possession of, or ability to obtain, an appropriate, valid California driver's license.
Completion of a California P.O.S.T. approved Basic Police Academy or possession of a California P.O.S.T. Basic Certificate at the time of hire.

Minimum Qualification-Knowledge Of
Pertinent federal, state and city laws, rules and regulations.
Traffic and parking control.
Police methods and procedures, including patrol, crime prevention, traffic control, investigation and identification techniques, police records and reports and first aid techniques.
Criminal law and criminal procedure with particular reference to the apprehension, arrest and custody of persons committing misdemeanors and felonies, including rules of evidence pertaining to the search and seizure and the preservation of evidence in traffic and criminal cases.
Offensive and defensive weapons and theory.
Self-defense tactics.
Common fire hazards and proprietary fire suppression equipment.
Interviewing and interrogation techniques.
Basic mathematic principles.

Minimum Qualification-Skill To
N/A

Minimum Qualification-Ability To
Learn and interpret District regulations, policies and procedures.
Observe accurately and remember faces, numbers, incidents and places.
Use and care for firearms.
Prepare accurate and grammatically correct written reports.
Understand and carry out oral and written directions.
Meet the physical requirements established by the Department.
Work independently and without immediate supervision.
Establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with those contacted in the course of work.
Demonstrate understanding of, sensitivity to, and respect for the diverse academic, socio-economic, race, ethnicity, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, mental or physical disability, and religious background of all students, faculty and staff, and with all individuals encountered in the performance of required duties.

Desirable Qualifications
Experience as a CA POST approved Police Officer

Graduated a CA POST Academy
60 semester college units

Job Open Date: 09/14/2026
Job Close Date:
Open Until Filled Yes
Foreign Degree and Credit Statement:
In accordance with the Human Resources Procedure 3050.05, all foreign degrees and credits used to meet the minimum qualifications must be evaluated by an approved National Association of Credential Evaluation Services ( NACES ) agency www.naces.org prior to the implementation of the equivalency process. You must upload your evaluation with your application when you apply for this position to be considered. We cannot accept foreign degree evaluations after the closing date. The candidate bears all responsibility and costs associated with obtaining the evaluation.

Employee Benefits:
Insurance: The district offers health, vision, dental and life insurance for monthly classified employees and managers/supervisors and their eligible dependents.
Monthly classified employees and managers/supervisors covered by another health medical plan may waive District coverage and receive a monthly cash stipend.

Retirement: Most employees are members of the PERS (Public Employees Retirement System). Faculty employees and Academic Managers are members of the STRS (State Teachers Retirement System).
Police Service employees are members of Safety Public Employees Retirement System.

Deferred Compensation: The District offers two optional deferred compensation plans. Eligible employees have a choice of the 457, 403b plans and a selection of savings and investment options.

Leave Allowance: The District offers monthly eligible classified employees and managers/supervisors a generous vacation and sick leave benefits as well as 20 paid holidays annually
(which can vary based on length of winter break).

Additional Benefits: The District also offers monthly eligible classified employees and managers/supervisors educational reimbursements, employee assistance programs, a travel assistance plan,
longevity compensation, retiree benefits, employee discounts on health memberships and a comprehensive wellness program.

For further information regarding benefits eligibility and details please refer to the following documents available on the 4CD website

Classified Employees Local 1 Contract (Article 20-Benefits):

https://www.4cd.edu/hr/localonecontract/2022-2025%20Local%201%20Contract.pdf

Managers/Supervisors/Confidential Personnel Manual (Section 8-Insurance Benefits):

https://www.4cd.edu/gb/policies-procedures/manuals/MSC_08.pdf

POST OFFER PRE-PLACEMENT EVALUATION PROGRAM (PEP)
All job offers of employment are conditional upon the applicant's satisfactory results of the Post Offer Pre-Placement Evaluation Program. This involves a physical strength test to demonstrate a minimum level of strength to perform the essential duties of the job. There is no charge for this service. Please do not make an appointment for testing until you have received notification from the Human Resources Department after a job offer is extended. The positions we currently evaluate are: Building Maintenance Worker, Custodian I and II, Lead Custodian, Cook, Food Services Assistant, Food Services Supervisor, Food Services Supply Clerk, Food Services Coordinator, Grounds Worker/ Gardener I and II, Senior/ Lead Grounds Worker/Gardener, Lead Maintenance Mechanic, Senior Equipment Maintenance Worker. If you are not hired in a listed classification, you may disregard this notification.

COVID-19 Information
N/A

Quicklink https://www.4cdcareers.net/postings/12312

Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

1. * Do you possess a high school diploma or GED?
   • Yes
   • No
2. * Do you possess a valid California Driver's License? If yes, what is the expiration date? If you do not possess a valid California Driver's License, please explain if you can obtain one by the date of hire.
   (Open Ended Question)
3. * Please provide a list of the P.O.S.T. modules that you have completed.
   (Open Ended Question)
4. * Please explain (in detail) when and where did you complete Academy and/or employment in a recognized law enforcement agency? (Note: This experience must have occurred within the last three years).
   (Open Ended Question)
5. * As a finalist, I agree that I will undergo a psychological review, polygraph test, background investigation, fingerprinting and a physical agility test arranged by the District Police Services Department. Please indicate your agreement by stating yes or no.
   (Open Ended Question)
6. * Please describe your experiences and abilities directly related to this job that will make you an effective Police Officer with Contra Costa Community College District.
   (Open Ended Question)
7. * When and where did you complete a California P.O.S.T. approved Basic Police Academy? (Note: Please be sure to scan your P.O.S.T. certificate and include a copy of the certificate in the attachment section of this application. Applicants who possess a certificate must attach it to be considered for t