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University of California - Santa Barbara

Police Officer Trainee

University of California - Santa Barbara, Santa Barbara, California, us, 93190

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Police Officer 1 (UCSB Police Department) Job ID:

29813

Location:

UCSB Campus

Employment Type:

Full Time

Payroll Title:

Police Officer 1

Job Code:

5315

Job Open Date:

01/20/22

Job Close Date:

Open until filled

Application Review Begins:

02/04/22

Department Code-Name:

POLI - Police Department

Percentage of Time:

100%

Collective Bargaining Unit (CBU):

99 - non-represented

Grade Type/Grade:

STP

FLSA Exemption Status:

Non-Exempt

Work Location:

Public Safety Building

Salary:

$42.09/hr. Salary offers are determined based on final candidate qualifications and experience; the budget for the position; and the application of fair, equitable, and consistent pay practices at the University.

Days/Hours:

Monday-Friday / 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.

Benefits Eligibility:

Full Benefits

Brief Summary of Job Duties We are interested in ethical, intelligent, creative, and motivated candidates who possess the desire and talent required to address the unique challenges of our diverse campus environment. We offer a wide variety of assignments and a public service experience, unlike any other agency. This position allows successful applicants to work for the University of California Police Department while attending the required POST Certified Law Enforcement Academy. Costs and equipment are provided. After successfully completing the academy, graduates will be sworn in as full-time police officers.

UCPD Police Officers have statewide jurisdiction, are duly sworn under section 830.2 of the California Penal Code, and are trained under state guidelines and mandates. UCPD is a full-service police organization that is open 24-hours a day, seven days a week, 365 days a year.

Required Qualifications

At least 21 years of age

U. S. Citizenship (resident aliens must furnish proof of application for citizenship at least one year prior to application for employment as a peace officer)

Valid California Driver's License

Writing skills sufficient to prepare a variety of police related reports

Oral communication skills sufficient to interact with a variety of personalities

Ability to relate to a diverse population

Applicants who have successfully completed a POST basic academy will be considered lateral entry candidates

Graduation from high school (or successful completion of a G.E.D.) and two years of college; or an equivalent combination of education and experience

Passing scores on the POST Reading & Writing Test (PELLETB) and Physical Ability Test. Link to California POST website https://post.ca.gov/LE-Entry-Level-Test-Battery-Applicant-FAQs

Requires fingerprinting and a background check due to the nature of the job responsibilities. UCPD does hire people with conviction histories and reviews information received in the context of the job responsibilities. The University reserves the right to make employment contingent upon successful completion of the background check

Preferred Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in related field

Familiar with campus and surrounding communities

Special Conditions of Employment

Mandated reporting requirements of Child Abuse

Mandated reporting requirements of Dependent Adult Abuse

UCSB Campus Security Authority under Clery Act

Maintain a valid CA driver's license, a satisfactory DMV record and enrollment in the DMV Employee Pull-Notice Program

Satisfactory conviction history background check

UCSB is a Tobacco-Free environment

Special Instructions For full consideration, please include a resume and a cover letter as part of your application. POST Reading & Writing Tests (PELLETB) and Physical Ability Tests will be conducted as part of this hiring process. Passing test scores will be accepted from tests completed within six months of our test date but participating in our testing is preferred if allowed by POST regulation.

Job Functions / Percentage of Time / Duties Attend and successfully complete Law Enforcement Academy / 99%

The Basic Law Enforcement Academy is designed to satisfy all State of California Peace Officer Standards and Training (POST) requirements for students wanting to be hired by a law enforcement agency or for newly hired peace officers. The Basic Law Enforcement Academy is a 22-week (862 hour) intensive course that is best described as a college course with strict para-military discipline. Students attending the academy will be academically and physically challenged, faced with solving complex problems in a highly stressful, disciplined and structured environment. Recruits receive rigorous and challenging training in all phases of law enforcement.

Human relations

Communication skills

Problem solving

Job knowledge

Professional reasoning

Physical Fitness

Firearms

Emergency Vehicle Operations

Arrest and Control skills

Scenario skills

Report Writing

The standards and values of the Law Enforcement Academy are high and very demanding. Those who are willing and capable of meeting the standards in academics, leadership ability, tactical skills, general performance, and physical ability will be certified to join the ranks of professional law enforcement.

Administrative Duties / 1%

Complete required timecard reporting and miscellaneous department communications

Vaccinations Programs – Including SARS‑COV‑2 (COVID‑19) As a condition of employment, you will be required to comply with the University of California Policy on Vaccinations Programs – With Interim Amendments. As a condition of Physical Presence at a Location or in a University Program, all Covered Individuals must participate in any applicable Vaccination Program by providing proof that they are Up‑To‑Date with any required Vaccines or submitting a request for Exception in a Mandate Program or properly declining vaccination in an Opt‑Out Program no later than the Compliance Date. Federal, state, or local public health directives may impose additional requirements.

UC Santa Barbara COVID‑19 Information https://www.ucsb.edu/COVID-19-information

University of California Policy on Vaccinations – With Interim Amendments https://policy.ucop.edu/doc/5000695/VaccinationProgramsPolicy

August 5, 2021 California Department of Public Health Order (Health Care Worker Vaccine Requirement) https://www.cdph.ca.gov/Programs/CID/DCDC/Pages/COVID-19/Order-of-the-State-Public-Health-Officer-Health-Care-Worker-Vaccine-Requirement.aspx

Equal Employment Opportunity The University of California is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, protected veteran status, or other protected status under state or federal law.

Reasonable Accommodations The University of California endeavors to make https://jobs.ucsb.edu accessible to any and all users. If you would like to contact us regarding the accessibility of our website or need assistance completing the application process, please contact Katherine Abad in Human Resources at 805‑893‑4664 or email katherine.abad@hr.ucsb.edu. This contact information is for accommodation requests only and cannot be used to inquire about the status of applications.

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