Police Officer (Laterals)

Job Summary

The City of Beverly Hills is offering $20,000 signing bonus for qualified lateral police officers. Lateral police officers must have a minimum of one year of satisfactory full-time employment as a sworn officer in a municipal, county or state police department within the state of California. Possession of a valid California Basic P.O.S.T. certificate is required. Applicants who meet the minimum qualifications for police officer but do not possess one year of satisfactory full-time employment as a sworn officer in a municipal, county or state police department within the state of California, will receive a $15,000 signing bonus.

Who we are : The City of Beverly Hills has a long-standing reputation for providing superior customer service to residents, businesses, and visitors. This characteristic, combined with outstanding staff in all departments, has been a hallmark of success for this high performance organization. The municipal government (approximately 1,000 full-time and part-time employees) provides the highest quality safety services, recreational, municipal services, and physical environment.

What we do : The Beverly Hills Police Department is responsible for safeguarding the lives and property of city residents. The department is a leader in early response times and its dedicated officers work with the community to keep neighborhoods problem-free. The BHPD values its reputation as an agency that earns the public's trust through efficient, impartial police service.

What we're looking for : The City of Beverly Hills Police Department is seeking highly motivated and qualified candidates for the position of lateral police officer. The lateral police officer performs duties to protect life and property within the city. Maintains law and order and respond to emergency calls. May patrol the city enforcing the criminal and traffic laws of the city, state and nation. Performs background investigations, or perform training duties.

Distinguishing characteristics : This is the full working class in law enforcement. Incumbents appointed to this class will have related work experience and will possess law enforcement training. Initially, incumbents will be assigned to patrol and work under close supervision, performing the more routine duties assigned to positions in this class. However, as experience is gained, incumbents are expected to perform the full range of duties as assigned with increasing independence. Special assignments in police-related functions (within or outside of patrol) may be available to experienced incumbents, depending on the needs of the department. Appointment to a special assignment is at the discretion of the Police Chief.

Supervision received and exercised : Receives technical supervision from a police sergeant or higher level sworn classification. May provide technical supervision to non-sworn personnel.

Selection process : All applicants must submit clear, concise and complete information regarding their qualifications for the position, including responses to all supplemental questions. Resumes alone will not be accepted in lieu of the application or supplemental application materials.

The selection process may consist of the following components :

• Application review : Please attach all education, trainings, courses, and / or certificates required as part of the minimum qualifications to your application.
• Assessment of supplemental questionnaire : Respond in full to all supplemental questions.
• Performance exam : Candidates who are successful on the written exam will participate in a physical agility test (PAT) held at Rio Hondo Community College.
• Oral interviews : Candidates who pass the PAT will be invited to the oral interview.

For more information about the process, please visit www.joinbhpd.org .

Verification : Applicants may be required to submit verification of qualifying education and experience at any point during the recruitment and selection process.

Disaster service workers : All City of Beverly Hills employees are designated disaster service workers through state and local law (California Government Code Section 3100-3109). Employment with the City requires the affirmation of a loyalty oath to this effect. Employees are required to complete all disaster service worker-related training as assigned, and to return to work as ordered in the event of an emergency.

Major Duties

Examples of essential duties :

Minimum Qualifications

Experience and training : Experience specified in one of the tracks listed below :

License and certificate : Possession of a valid California driver's license and satisfactory driving record. Possession of Penal Code 832 Arrest and Firearms Training certificate. Possession of, or ability to obtain, Basic Peace Officer Standards and Training (POST) certificate upon completion of probation. Must meet any other criteria mandated by the California Peace Officer Standards and Training Commission (POST).

Other requirements : Must be a citizen of the United States of America, or a lawful permanent resident, at the time of application. Must be 21 years of age at the time of appointment. Must be able to meet physical standards. Must meet psychological and background standards that reflect the following :

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities