POLICE OFFICER RECRUIT
$40.62/Hourly (Full-Time)
CLOSING DATE/TIME: This will be a continuous recruitment until sufficient applications have been received.
DEFINITION
The Police Officer Recruit is a non-sworn civilian employee that attends a California Peace Officer Standards and Training (P.O.S.T) certified police academy to learn and perform the responsibilities of an entry-level California Police Officer. Prior to the start of the academy, the Police Officer Recruit will participate in a pre-academy preparation process, which includes a human resources orientation and a police department physical and educational training program. The training program will consist of running, core and strength conditioning, weaponless defense tactics, firearms training, and educational topics including but not limited to applicable laws covered in the police academy. Upon graduation from the academy and award of the Academy Basic Course Certificate, the Police Officer Recruit may, upon recommendation of the Chief of Police be appointed to and sworn in as a probationary Police Officer and perform work under general instructions, within established policies and procedures.
Incumbency in this position shall not exceed twelve (12) months.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
Successful completion of academy training program which includes:
Recruits must pass all tests in order to graduate from the basic academy. Students will receive academy instruction in the areas of patrol methods, causes of criminality, courtroom procedures, community relations, safe firearms operations, emergency driving operations, exposure to less-lethal chemical agents, and other law enforcement related topics to prepare the student for the position of Police Officer.
MARGINAL FUNCTIONS
Performs related duties as required to achieve successful results in support of the Oakland Housing Authority’s mission, goals, policies and objectives.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
KNOWLEDGE AND ABILITIES
Knowledge of: Basic law enforcement terminology and concepts
Ability to: Successfully complete a State of California POST-certified Basic Police Academy; Communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing; Acquire a working knowledge of Vehicle and Penal Codes; laws of arrest, rules of evidence, legal rights of citizens, and court procedures; Observe accurately and remember faces, numbers, incidents and places; Use and care for firearms and small equipment; Learn, understand, and interpret laws and regulations; Prepare accurate and grammatically correct written reports; Respond to emergency and problem situations in an effective manner; Understand, explain, and apply policies and procedures; Make clear and concise radio transmissions; Understand and follow verbal and written directions; Deal constructively with conflict and develop effective resolutions; Establish and maintain cooperative work relationships.
Work indoors, and outdoors, and around multiple potential environmental hazards including but not limited to: heights, temperature changes, dust, fumes, smoke, gas, chemicals, noise, electrical energy, solvents, grease, oil, vibration, open flames, explosives, blood-borne pathogens, and human waste.
OTHER REQUIREMENTS
Possession of a California POST Entry Level Law Enforcement Test Battery (PELLETB) "T-score" of 42 points or higher submitted at the time of the application and dated within one year of application. NOTE: California POST "T-scores" from other agencies will be accepted if it has been taken within one year of the date you submit your Oakland Housing Authority application. Applicants must submit, on agency letterhead, a letter that states that individual has taken the California Commission on Peace Officer Standards and Training (POST) Entry Level Law Enforcement Test Battery (PELLETB) written exam. The letter must contain the total "T-score" and the date of the test. For information on where the PELLETB test is offered, please visit www.theacademy.ca.gov/tests.
National Testing Network: Provides law enforcement testing elements covering:
Reapplication Policy
Applicants who previously tested for employment with this Department and were not hired for a position may start the testing process again from the beginning. Applicants who fail any portion of the testing process may re-apply when the job is announced, in accordance with the listed re-application testing time period scale. For the position of police officer, applicants must wait the following prescribed time periods before reapplying:
FAILED TEST RE-APPLICATION PERIOD
Written Examination Six Months
Physical Ability Test Six Months
Oral Interview Six Months
Background Investigation One Year
Psychological Exam Two Years
Candidates who are not selected and who wish to have the reason reevaluated shall contact the background Lieutenant, who will promptly prepare a report for the Chief. The Chief of Police shall reevaluate the case and notify the candidate in writing of the final decision.
SELECTION
All applications will be carefully reviewed. The selection process will include a physical ability test, an oral interview and a personal history review. Successful applicants will be placed on a list of qualifiers. Based on position on the list, applicants will complete a polygraph examination and intensive background investigation. Successful candidates will be scheduled for an interview with the Chief of Police. Those passing will be given a conditional job offer and scheduled for a medical and psychological examination. The entire process should be completed within 90 days. Note: applicants currently enrolled in police academies may substitute the basic academy entry level examination and successful completion of the academy’s physical ability program for the written & physical ability portions.
The physical ability performance test is mandatory and only given to those applicants who are applying for the position of police officer. The test has been developed by POST as a standard to measure physical characteristics of strength, endurance, and the agility necessary to perform job-related functions of a police officer. The applicant must pass all parts of the test within the allotted time period. The test shall be scored as pass or fail.
1. Elements of the physical ability performance test are:
2. Scoring of each elements (see attached tables) will be cumulative. A minimum score of 384 must be obtained to demonstrate sufficient physical ability to perform as a patrol officer. See attachment: POST Physical Ability Test Tables.pdf
3. OHAPD will accept similar physical ability tests proctored by other law enforcement agencies that have been taken within the last six months from application.
TO APPLY: Please complete an Employment Application online at www.oakha.org. This recruitment will remain open until a sufficient number of applications have been received. Resumes may be attached but will not be accepted in lieu of a completed application form.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION FOR APPLICANTS
Thank you for your interest in employment at the Oakland Housing Authority.
www.oakha.org by the date indicated; a current, detailed resume may be attached but will not be accepted in lieu of a completed employment application.
All applications and resumes will be carefully screened. Those applicants whose education and experience most closely match the requirements of the position will be invited to compete in the examination process. Candidates who compete successfully in this examination will have their names placed on a List of Qualifiers. An appointment will be made from the List. For some positions, an experience/training rating and/or written evaluation of candidates will be used in lieu of the oral examination. The names of the highest-ranking candidates will be placed on the List of Qualifiers, and the final selection will be made from this List. College degrees or units required for the position will be verified prior to final appointment. If this information cannot be verified for a candidate, the candidate's name will not be placed on the List of Qualifiers. All appointments are subject to the approval of the Executive Director.
All prospective employees must pass a physical examination and drug screening by an Authority-designated physician. A pre-employment criminal history background check will also be conducted for all positions. For positions requiring use of an Authority vehicle, candidates' driving records will be checked prior to appointment. To be eligible for appointment, each candidate must possess a valid California Class C driver's license and a driving record acceptable to the Authority's insurer. All prospective employees must also provide proof of American citizenship, or legal resident status and the legal right to work in the United States.
Prior to becoming permanent, new employees must successfully pass a probationary period.
BENEFIT INFORMATION
Employees of the Authority enjoy a competitive fringe benefit program.
SICK LEAVE is accrued at the rate of one day per month.
VACATION LEAVE for new employees is accrued at the rate of 10 days each year. There are also fifteen (15) paid holidays each year.
RETIREMENT - The Authority is a member of the Public Employees' Retirement System (PERS). PEPRA ( Public Employees' Pension Reform Act) 2.7% @ 57.The Authority also participates in Social Security.
HEALTH, DENTAL, AND VISION INSURANCE is available. Retiree Family Medical Plan 100% vested after 20 years of service.
GROUP LIFE INSURANCE is fully paid by the Authority.
Management, supervisory, professional and confidential employees are also entitled to a management benefit package allowance and five days of administrative leave per year.
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The Oakland Housing Authority does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, religion, age, veteran's status or disability in the employment or the provision of services.
In compliance with the federal, state and local disability laws, the Oakland Housing Authority will provide equal employment opportunities to all qualified individuals, without regard to disability. The Authority is committed to making reasonable efforts in the examination process to accommodate applicants with disabilities. Individuals requesting reasonable accommodation in the examination process must do so no later than five (5) working days after the point of invitation by the Authority to an examination, otherwise it may not be possible to arrange accommodation for this selection process. The Human Resources Department will make reasonable efforts in the examination process to accommodate disabled applicants. Applicants with special needs, please call (510) 874-1575 (voice); (510) 832-7331 (TDD).