Police Officer

Police Officer

University Police

Job #528379

First Review Date : Tuesday, November 14, 2023

Open Until Filled

At Cal Poly Humboldt, bold hearts and open minds shape the future.

Founded in 1913, Cal Poly Humboldt began as a small college for teachers. Today Humboldt has grown into a comprehensive university with rigorous science and liberal arts programs.

Designated a polytechnic in 2022, Cal Poly Humboldt provides hands-on, impactful educational opportunities that lead to meaningful, measurable outcomes for the individual, for the state, and the world.

Cal Poly Humboldt is proud to have nearly 6,000 students of all backgrounds spread across 61 majors, 13 graduate programs, and 4 credential programs all of whom contribute passion and creativity within their fields and set the stage for a future grounded in equity and sustainability.

Hands-on learning, inspired teaching, ground-breaking research, and thought-provoking creative activity happen daily at Humboldt.

Cal Poly Humboldt is a Hispanic-Serving Institution that strives to foster an inclusive and equitable community to support our students of diverse backgrounds.

We are committed to achieving the goals of equal opportunity and endeavors to employ faculty and staff of the highest quality committed to working in a multicultural and multiracial community that reflects the diversity of the state.

Finding a better future is a task for the bold and open, the down-to-earth and visionary. Cal Poly Humboldt strives to cultivate these qualities in leaders, innovators, and scholars in every field.

Cal Poly Humboldt is offering a series of incentives which include : An incentive for lateral officers consisting of 33% of Step 8 annual wages (approximately $25,000), an incentive of 7% of annual Step-7 wages (approximately $5,000) for academy graduates who do not qualify as lateral applicants, relocation expenses of $8,000 for new hires moving from more than 75 miles away from UPD, automatic retention incentive pay increases of one step every other year for five years.

All incentives are subject to required taxes and withholdings. Restrictions apply, see Human Resources for details regarding when and how incentives are disbursed.

Job #528379) Police Officer, Salary Range : $5,689 - $8,206 monthly. This is a full-time, benefited, non-exempt, 12-month pay plan permanent position with a one-year probationary period in University Police Department.

This position comes with a premium benefits package that includes outstanding vacation, medical, dental, and vision plans, life insurance, voluntary pre-tax health and dependent care reimbursement accounts, a fee waiver education program, membership in the California Public Employees Retirement System (PERS), and 14 paid holidays per year.

Additional benefits information can be found at .

Position Summary :

The Cal Poly Humboldt University Police Department (UPD) invites full-time entry level and lateral police officers to apply.

We are seeking interested candidates who are recent California POST academy graduates still eligible for employment as a California peace officer, and lateral California police officers.

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, and with little or no notice.

Additionally, UPD will establish a pool, keeping qualified applicants on file until 12 / 31 / 2023 to be used in the event that additional Police Officer positions become available.

Under the direction of a Sergeant, the police officer proactively patrols campus buildings, grounds, forest, off-campus satellite facilities, and other University-owned properties by foot, vehicle, or bicycle, emphasizing community-policing activities and promoting student success.

Police Officers are the primary representatives of the Cal Poly Humboldt University 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 supervision of, and report directly to, a Sergeant of Police or Lieutenant. 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, bicycle, and by vehicle, and respond to calls for service from University affiliates and the general public.

They make arrests, conduct thorough 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 may work with civilian and other law enforcement agencies to provide for security and safety of persons and property at University ceremonies and events, and serve as a proactive resource to a uniquely diverse community.

Key Responsibilities :

Police Officers are the primary representatives of the Cal Poly Humboldt University 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 supervision of, and report directly to, a Sergeant of Police or Lieutenant. 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, bicycle, and by vehicle, and respond to calls for service from University affiliates and the general public.

They make arrests, conduct thorough 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 may work with civilian and other law enforcement agencies to provide for security and safety of persons and property at University ceremonies and events, and serve as a proactive resource to a uniquely diverse community.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Associated with this Position Include :

Basic knowledge and understanding of the Constitution, state laws and regulations, especially those related to campus law enforcement, especially those involving use of force, prisoner handling, search and seizure, interrogations, investigative procedures, viability of prosecution;

liability / risk awareness.

The ability to develop expanded knowledge and understanding of : current law enforcement procedures and methods; patrol techniques;

investigative procedures; effective handling of serious / violent crimes; emergency management of critical incidents and campus emergency situations; disaster response.

• The ability to read, understand, remember, interpret, apply, and follow critical CSU, Cal Poly Humboldt, and Department guidelines, policies, and procedures, including those related to : University Code of Rules and Regulations;
• the Student Code of Conduct; Housing Regulations; Emergency Management Plan; Chain of Command; Delegation of Authority; Professional Standards of Conduct;
• Arrests, Searches, Seizure, Custody and Detention; Use of Force; Handling Juveniles; Involuntary drawing of blood; CLETS Access Issues;
• CLERY Act; FERPA; Criminal History and Police Report Information : Vehicle Use and Pursuits; Property and Evidence Handling and Control;
• Domestic Violence; Responses to Child Abuse and Elder Abuse; Response to Sexual Assault; Response to Hazardous Waste / Materials Incidents;
• Missing Persons Investigations and Amber Alerts; Medical Marijuana; Hate Crimes and Hate Incidents; Implementation of Sexual Offender Laws under 290 PC;
• Off-Duty Police Related Incidents; Officer-Involved Shootings and Fatal Incidents; Outside Employment Conflicts of Interest;

Report Processing and Routing.

Knowledge of the role of law enforcement on a California State University campus and the ability to work tactfully and effectively with a diverse public community.

The ability to demonstrate tolerance and respect, communicating clearly, logically, and courteously, professionally representing Cal Poly Humboldt and the California State University System.

• The ability to accurately analyze situations, develop and evaluate courses of action, make sound judgments, and initiate reasonable actions in an appropriate amount of time given the circumstances, sometimes under stressful and / or dangerous conditions.
• The knowledge of correct spelling and basic English, and the ability to prepare professional, well-organized, easy-to-understand, concise reports, memos, and other documents.
• The ability to read and critically review and evaluate written reports and documents, and to effectively train / direct subordinates in professionally creating / correcting reports and documents.
• The ability to give and receive routine and complex oral and written instructions.
• The ability to be productive, performing quality work in acceptable volume within established deadlines.
• The ability to work effectively, professionally, and productively with or without direct supervision.
• The ability to handle multiple tasks and priorities, maintain personal organization, and accomplish tasks in a prioritized manner;

the ability to accomplish these tasks with operational economy, allocating appropriate resources to each task or assignment.

• The ability to accept responsibility, direction, and change.
• The ability to maintain good attendance and to be prompt in observing work hours and other assignments.
• The ability to safely operate and assist in the care of equipment.
• The ability to demonstrate initiative and creativity in work performed.
• The ability to learn new tasks and other details with speed and thoroughness.
• The ability to learn, follow, demonstrate, and teach established safety practices.
• The ability to acquire and maintain the job skills to effectively carry out all the responsibilities listed in the Position Summary and the Essential Job Functions (see above).

Minimum Qualifications :

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Graduation from a California POST-Certified police academy.
• Current POST eligibility for employment as a California Peace Officer.
• Valid California Driver License with a safe, prudent driving record.
• Be lawfully authorized to carry a firearm.
• Be capable of performing all essential functions of this position.

Preferred Qualifications :

• Past experience in campus Law Enforcement
• Past experience as a law enforcement trainer / instructor
• POST Intermediate, or Advanced Certificate
• Bachelor’s Degree in related field
• Bilingual skills

Application Procedure : To apply, qualified candidates must electronically submit the following materials by clicking the Apply Now button :

• Letter of Interest
• Resume or Curriculum Vitae
• Contact information for at least three professional references

Application Deadline : The deadline to submit application materials for first review is 11 : 55 . on Tuesday, November 14, 2023.

This position is open until filled.

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