Police Officer

Becoming a POLICE OFFICER does not build character...it REVEALS it

As a National City Police Officer, you will benefit by working in a team environment with professionals who excel in their field. You will have the flexibility to work closely with the community you serve, solve real world problems, and be provided the opportunity to develop a set of problem solving skills that you can take anywhere. We offer a wide variety of assignments to choose from in order to diversify your training and enhance your career path. In 2007, we hired several lateral and recruit police officers, and plan to hire many more in the coming years. The National City Police Department is constantly striving to obtain the most modern and technologically advanced equipment and provide the best training to our employees. We are building today's police officers and tomorrow's leaders.

Salary

• Police Recruits - up to $62,394 (based on experience)
• Lateral/Academy Graduates - up to $74,604 (based on experience)
• Top 3rd paid agency in San Diego County through 2009

Benefits

• 4/10 Work Schedule ~ 3 days off per week
• Year-long shift adds stability for family and education
• 3% @ 50 PERS Retirement Plan:
• Employee PERS Contribution Paid by City
• $750.00 Per Year Uniform Allowance
• Comprehensive Medical and Dental Plan
• Tuition Reimbursement up to $1500.00 per fiscal year
• Educational Incentive Pay: 1.5% up to 3% per month
• Bilingual Skill Pay: 3% per month
• Specialty Assignment Incentive Pay: (4% K-9 Handler, 4% Traffic, 3% SWAT)
• Spike Program
• More benefits included per contract

Leave Accrual Rates

• Up to 5 Years Service: 7.39 hrs. vacation earned every 2 wks.
• 5 thru 15 Years Service: 8.92 hrs. vacation earned every 2 wks.
• Over 15 Years Service: 10.46 hrs. vacation earned every 2 wks
• Vacation Sell-Back Option
• Approx. 96 hours sick leave accrual per year
• Optional conversion of overtime to leave days off (Compensatory Time - Up to 130 hours)

Guaranteed Salary Increase Explanation

In 2006, the National City Police Department negotiated a contract with the City that guarantees the Department to be placed as one of the top paid agencies in San Diego County until the contract expires in 2009. (A Police Officer's salary is currently ranked halfway between the top third and fourth paid agency in San Diego County until 2009 per our approved contract by the City.)

Police Officer Eligibility Requirements

Under general supervision to perform a variety of police duties in the prevention of crime and enforcement of law and order. We invite you to apply if you meet the following requirements:

1. Successful completion within previous three (3) year period of Basic Police Academy which meets all the requirements of the California Commission on Police Standards & Training (POST); or


2. Employment within the last 12 months in position requiring California Basic POST Certificate; or


3. Current enrollment in Basic POST Academy and have successfully completed the first half (1/2) of a POST recognized academy at the time of application.


4. Must meet all other California POST requirements. Academy graduates must attach a copy of Academy Certificate with application. Computer literacy is desirable. (Details of the essential duties are on file in the Human Resources Department.)

Police Recruit Duties

As a non-safety temporary employee, will attend a Basic Police Academy which meets all training requirements of the California Penal Code and the California Commission on Police Officer Standards and Training (P.O.S.T.), to obtain a comprehensive overview of the criminal justice system and specialized training in various laws, law enforcement techniques, practices and procedures, and first aid and to develop and demonstrate physical fitness and effective usage of firearms. Participates in orientation and in-house training programs under direct supervision to develop an awareness of the duties, activities, and responsibilities of a police officer. Advancement to Police Officer contingent on successful completion of all training requirements.

Police Recruit Eligibility Requirements

1. Education and Experience - Graduation from high school or possession of 12th grade G.E.D. certificate.


2. Knowledge, Skills and Abilities - Ability to: observe, learn, understand and interpret various laws, police practices and procedures; analyze problems and have the potential to rationally and calmly take appropriate action in emergency and stressful situations; undergo strenuous physical conditioning; prepare accurate and grammatically correct written reports in English; establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with persons of widely varying socio-economic and ethnic backgrounds; and understand and carry-out oral and written directions.


3. Must be a U.S. Citizen or a permanent resident alien who is eligible and has applied for citizenship. Must be at least 20-1/2 years of age at time of appointment. Must possess a valid California Driver's License at time of appointment. Must meet all requirements for admission to Basic Police Academy recognized by California Commission on Police Officer Standards and Training.

Hiring Process

You can also read a detailed explanation of the police officer hiring process.

Contact Information

If you have further questions about the hiring process, please contact anyone in the Recruiting/Background Division Monday-Thursday, 0600-1600 hours:

Sergeant Robert Rounds / Tel. 619-336-4508 / rrounds@ci.national-city.ca.us
Detective Manny Gonzales / Tel. 619-336-4357 / mgonzales@ci.national-city.ca.us

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