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2 RESOLUTION OF THE MAYOR AND COMMON COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SAN
BERNARDINO APPROVING A NEW POLICE OFFICER JOB DESCRIPTION.
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NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE MAYOR AND COMMON
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COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SAN BERNARDINO AS FOLLOWS:
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6 SECTION 1: The current job description for "Police Officer" is hereby repealed in
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its entirety; and
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SECTION 2: The new job description for "Police Officer", attached hereto as
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Exhibit "A", is hereby approved.
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1 RESOLUTION OF THE MAYOR AND COMMON COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SAN
BERNARDINO APPROVING A NEW POLICE OFFICER JOB DESCRIPTION.
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I HEREBY CERTIFY that the foregoing Resolution was duly adopted by the
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Mayor and Common Council of the City of San Bernardino at a joint regular
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meeting thereof, held on the 21st day of July , 2014, by the
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following vote, to wit:
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COUNCILMEMBERS: AYES NAYES ABSTAIN ABSENT
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MARQUEZ X
BARRIOS x
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VALDIVIA x
11 SHORETT x
12 NICKEL x
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MULVIHILL X
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George.in Hanna,tity Clerk
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The foregoing Resolution is hereby approved this 02 Lt7a1 if July ,
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19 R. Carey D. is, Mayor
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Gary D. Saenz, City Attorney
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Class Code: 40751
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City of San Bernardino Signature:
Director of Human Resources
Bargaining Unit: Police Safety
Class Specification
POLICE OFFICER
JOB SUMMARY
Under general supervision accomplishes a variety of duties in the protection of life and property,
to include law enforcement, crime prevention, investigation and public assistance; and, performs
other related duties as required.
DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS
The Police Officer is the entry-level position to a career in professional law enforcement in the
City of San Bernardino. Works under the supervision of a superior law enforcement officer who
reviews work methods and results through reports, personal inspections and discussions. The
Police Officer may be recalled to duty in cases of emergency. Experienced Police Officers may
be assigned to other divisions such as Investigations, Traffic, Multiple Enforcement Team
(MET), Vice and Narcotics.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
The following duties are typical for positions in this classification. Any single position may not
perform all of these duties and/or may perform similar related duties not listed here:
1. Provides courteous and expeditious customer service to the general public and City
department staffs.
2. Enforces federal, state, county and city laws and ordinances; patrols an assigned area
on foot, on a motorcycle, or in a radio car; responds to radio messages or telephone
instructions and appears at scene of disorder or crime; inspects premises at night and
watches likely locations for wanted persons.
3. Inspects business establishments serving alcoholic beverages and entertainment;
intervenes in private or public disputes to protect the public and maintain order; observes
and reports conditions conducive to crime which might endanger public safety;
interrogates suspects or persons whose actions are suspicious; investigates complaints
involving unusual or suspicious conditions; apprehends and arrests criminals;
4. Conducts preliminary investigations of disturbances, burglaries, thefts, holdups, vehicle
accidents, deaths or other matters involving possible violations of law; prepares reports
on arrests, traffic accidents, offenses, damages to property and investigations
conducted; directs traffic; issues verbal warnings or citations for traffic and other minor
violations; administers first aid to injured persons and requests medical attention as
required.
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5. Accomplishes background investigations; appears in court to present evidence and give
testimony; serves subpoenas; assists in receiving, searching, booking, fingerprinting;
photographing and maintaining the custody of prisoners and property; provides escort or
guard services for parades or public meetings; demonstrates the use of firearms in
accordance with departmental policy.
6. Supervises and assists clerical employees engaged in complaint receipt and record
searching; acts as a complaint desk officer and as an in-service instructor in police
courses; participates in training courses and programs; relieves a superior police officer
as required; supervises the operation and maintenance of the range and crossing guard
activities; gives directions and information to the public; routinely adheres to and
maintains a positive attitude towards City and department goals; and, performs related
work as required.
GENERAL QUALIFICATIONS
Knowledge of:
1. Current applicable federal, state and municipal laws and ordinances.
2. Departmental rules and regulations.
3. Principles and practices of a municipal police administration and organization.
4. Police requirements and limitations of police authority.
5. Laws, governing custody of persons, search and seizure, admissibility and presentation
of evidence and laws of arrest and court procedures.
6. Basic computer operations and functions.
7. Basic mathematics.
8. Correct English usage, including grammar, punctuation and spelling.
Ability to:
1. Read and understand departmental policies, rules, regulations, instructions, laws and
law enforcement literature.
2. Learn the use and care of firearms.
3. Remember names, faces, facts and details of incidents.
4. Write legibly.
5. Type on a computer keyboard.
6. Read and comprehend at the twelfth grade level.
7. Write clear, accurate and comprehensive reports.
8. Analyze situations and adopt a quick, effective and responsible course of action giving
due regard to the surrounding hazards and circumstances of each situation.
9. Operate an automobile skillfully.
10. Communicate effectively, both orally and in writing.
11. Accomplish various clerical duties.
12. Understand and carry out oral and written instructions.
13. Demonstrate good judgment, character, reputation, superior poise, bearing, alertness
and emotional stability.
14. Cope with situations firmly, courteously, tactfully and with respect for the rights of others.
15. Establish and maintain effective relationships with all those contacted in the course of
work.
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MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Education, Training and Experience:
A typical way of obtaining the knowledge, skills and abilities outlined above is graduation
from high school or G.E.D. equivalent; and successful completion of the California Peace
Officer Standards and Training (P.O.S.T.) Basic Academy Course or a Basic P.O.S.T.
Course Waiver.
Verification of California P.O.S.T. Basic Academy or Basic P.O.S.T Course Waiver
completion must be submitted with application.
Licenses; Certificates; Special Requirements:
Possession of a valid Class "C" California driver's license and the ability to maintain
insurability under the City's vehicle insurance policy. For out-of-state applicants, a valid
driver's license is required. A valid Class "C: California driver's license must be obtained
within ten (10) days of appointment (CA Vehicle Code 12405c).
Must be at least 21 years of age.
Free of any felony convictions.
A citizen of the United States or permanent resident alien who is eligible for and has applied
for citizenship.
Fingerprinted for purposes of search of local, state, and national fingerprint files to disclose
any criminal record.
Of good moral character, as determined by a thorough background investigation.
Found to be free from any physical, emotional, or mental condition which might adversely
affect the exercise of the powers of a peace officer.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an
employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this class. Reasonable
accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential
functions.
While performing the duties of this job, employees are regularly required to use hand to finger,
handle, feel or operate objects, tools or controls; reach with hand and arms; stand; talk and
hear; walk; sit; climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl; and lift or move up to 100
pounds.
Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision,
peripheral vision, depth perception and the ability to adjust focus.
WORK ENVIRONMENT
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee
encounters while performing the essential functions of this class. Reasonable accommodations
may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
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The employee may regularly work in outside weather conditions or in an office environment.
The noises level depends on the employee's environment.
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