Police Officer Lateral

Police Officer Lateral (6280801) – City of Union City Join to apply for this role. Base pay range East Bay Job Type: Full‑Time Close Date: Continuous or until 400 applicants Salary: $8,620.00–$11,379.00 Monthly Additional Questionnaires: Pre‑qualification and Supplemental About Union City The City of Union City is a recipient of the 1999 All‑America City award. Conveniently located in the East San Francisco Bay Area, in Southern Alameda County, Union City is known as the gateway to Silicon Valley. Transected by major freeways, railways, and both the Dumbarton and San Mateo Bridges, the city is perfectly situated for easy access to San Francisco, Oakland, and San Jose airports and metropolitan attractions. Union City's 73,452 population is enriched with a strong diversity of culture and wide ranging demographics. Adorned with award‑winning schools and easily accessible parklands and trails, and a city‑owned and operated sports center, Union City hails as an ideal community for families. The city offers low‑interest home loans to those interested in residing in the community. Union City is chartered under a city council/city manager form of governance. A Great Place to Work The Police Department was formed in 1966 and is currently staffed by 81 sworn and 31 non‑sworn positions. The Department is a dynamic and enthusiastic service‑oriented organization with an annual budget of more than $20 million. The Challenge As a Police Officer your duties will typically include patrolling assigned areas; interacting with the public; conducting criminal investigations; enforcing laws; investigating collisions; preserving the peace and writing reports. You will be assigned to one of three shifts spanning the 24‑hour day and these shifts will periodically change. In the Patrol Section you will work three 12‑hour and 20‑minute workdays and have four days off. If you are assigned to any other Section, you will work four 10‑hour workdays with three days off. As your skills develop you may be assigned to investigations, community policing, traffic, canine, bicycle patrol, Special Weapons and Tactics Team, narcotics, or school resource officer. Ideal Candidate To be considered as a candidate for Police Officer Lateral, you must meet the following minimum requirements: Have satisfactorily completed a Field Training Program as a Peace Officer in the State of California. Prior experience must have been with a full‑service agency similar to Union City, including patrol experience within one year of the date of application is desired. Be at least 21 years of age at the time of appointment. Be able to prove United States citizenship. Have no felony convictions. 15 semester units at any accredited college in the United States is desired. Possess a valid California driver’s license. Successfully pass a background investigation. Prior use of controlled substances may be grounds for disqualification. Benefits Medical/Dental/Vision: The City provides up to $2,000/month to purchase medical, dental and vision benefits. A retiree medical benefit is provided after 15 years of service. Retirement: CalPERS enrollment in either 3% @ 55 (Classic Employees) or the new 2.7% @ 57 (New Employees) formula is dependent on the individual’s eligibility, as per AB 340. Deferred Compensation Plan: A 457b Deferred Comp Plan and a ROTH IRA plan are available on a voluntary basis. Leaves: Employees shall accrue 3.08 hours of vacation leave per pay period (80 hours per year); initial accrual increases progressively to 200 hours per year after 16 years of service. Employees shall accrue 3.69 hours of sick leave per pay period with no limit on accumulation. Holidays: 79 paid holiday hours and 47 holiday hours placed in a Holiday Time Bank. Uniform Allowance: $1,250/annual uniform allowance paid over 26 pay periods. Life Insurance: Premium is paid by the City. Life insurance and AD&D is equal to $100,000 coverage each. Additional voluntary supplemental life insurance is available. Disability Insurance: Long‑term disability insurance premium is paid by the City. Bilingual Pay: Bilingual Pay with passing score on the City’s bilingual exam. Other: 3/12 work schedule; overtime paid at time and one‑half with option of pay or future time off; all necessary equipment is provided. Application Process Application and supplemental questionnaire should be completed on‑line via the CalOpps website. (Resumes can be attached onto the CalOpps application.) Application may also be mailed or delivered to the Police Personnel and Training Unit at the address below. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of a completed application. Faxed application material will not be accepted. Union City Police Department Attn: Personnel and Training 34009 Alvarado‑Niles Road Union City, CA 94587‑4497 Tel: (510) 675‑5286 Job Hotline: 510‑675‑5286 Employment questions will be responded to via e‑mail at: ucpdhiring@unioncity.org Authorization to Work Before an appointment may be made to the position, the person selected must provide proof of identity and authorization to work in the United States, according to federal law. The Selection Process The process will include an oral panel interview with law enforcement professionals, may also include an interview with Operation and Support Services Managers, and other related test components. A limited number of applicants will be subjected to a polygraph examination, a thorough examination of their personal background, a thorough medical examination, and a psychological assessment. #J-18808-Ljbffr