City of Los Alamitos
Employment Opportunity

POLICE SERGEANT

FILING INFORMATION:

Applicants must submit a completed City of Los Alamitos employment application and a resume. Applications and resumes must be received by January 13, 2003, 5:00 P.M., and will be limited to the first 200 received. POSTMARKS WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED. One self-addressed, stamped envelope must be included with completed application.

The City application, recruitment flyer, department information and any updated information regarding this recruitment should be obtained at our website: www.LosAlamitosPolice.org. The City application is also available at the front counter of the police department during business hours.

POSITION:

The Sergeant is a sworn position under the direction of the Division Commander. The primary duty of the Sergeant is supervision of police personnel and functions. Other duties of the job include assistance to patrol officers and detectives, and planning and coordinating the assignment of personnel under their command.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

In addition to meeting all requirements for Police Officer and Corporal, the Sergeant is required to perform Watch Commander duties; conduct internal investigations into alleged misconduct of police personnel; review all reports and activities of assigned watch and submit reports to immediate supervisor; check on and assist officers in the performance of their duties; participate in motivation and positive discipline programs; maintain discipline and report all infractions of rules; participate in public relations under the direction of the Division Commander; conduct personnel background investigations of police applicants; supervise initial and continuing training of police officers; supervise and/or conduct criminal investigations; and other duties as assigned by a Supervisor.

ESSENTIAL KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

Knowledge of police activities and procedures; skill in the supervision of personnel; ability to motivate personnel; ability to deal effectively with the public, and establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with others; ability to understand ordinances and direct watches in accordance with them; ability to understand, interpret and follow directives and instructions from superiors; and ability to prepare and present accurate and clear reports.

DESIRABLE EXPERIENCE AND TRAINING:

Graduation from an accredited college or university with a bachelor's degree, plus three (3) years of patrol experience in a sworn capacity, the last eighteen months of which should have been with the Los Alamitos Police Department. Other combinations of education and experience may be suitable, subject to evaluation*.

*Law enforcement experience (830.1 PC) other than with the Los Alamitos Police Department will be evaluated in this open recruitment.

SPECIAL JOB RELATED REQUIREMENTS:

High School Diploma or equivalent
Graduation from an accredited Police Academy
Valid California Driver's License
Possession of a P.O.S.T. Intermediate Certificate

SELECTION PROCEDURE:

Based upon the applications submitted, only the most qualified candidates will be invited to an oral interview. The top candidates will then be invited to participate in an assessment center process (weighing 100%). Offers of employment are contingent upon passing a chief's interview, background investigation, polygraph, psychological test, and pre-employment physical including drug test.

The City of Los Alamitos is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not Discriminate on the basis of Race/Color, National Origin, Sex, Religion, Age or Handicapped Status in employment or the Provision of Service.

The City of Los Alamitos was incorporated March 1, 1960, and is located in West Orange County, adjacent to the cities of Long Beach, Cypress, Seal Beach, and Garden Grove. The City is 4.3 square miles with a population of 12,300. Los Alamitos is a Charter City and operates under the Council/Manager form of government. The City prides itself in the high level of quality services provided to our citizens.

EMPLOYEE BENEFITS

WORK SCHEDULE: 3-12 work schedule for uniformed patrol officers.

UNIFORMS: Uniform and equipment provided on appointment, plus a uniform cleaning allowance of $20 per pay period (approximately $40/mo.)

VACATION: 80 hours after one year. After two years of service, 8 additional hours are accumulated for each year to a maximum of 176 hours.

OVERTIME: Overtime is computed at 1½ pay or compensatory time off.

SICK LEAVE: Eight hours for each calendar month of service.

RETIREMENT: CHP plan - 2% at 50, based on the final year's compensation. Full 9% employee contribution paid by City in employee's name.
*3% at 50 plan will commence no later than August 1, 2005.

INSURANCE: The City provides a comprehensive group insurance program for all permanent employees, including health, life, dental and vision. Health, dental and vision insurance coverage is available for dependents. Maximum allowance is $590 per month.

HOLIDAYS: 88 paid holiday hours per year, plus 16 floating holiday hours.

DEFERRED
COMPENSATION: Participation is available and optional.

CREDIT UNION: Membership is available.

EDUCATIONAL INCENTIVE:
Upon successful completion of probationary period:

• $80/month POST Intermediate or A.A. Degree

• $160/month POST Advanced or Bachelors Degree

• $240/month Masters Degree

SMOKING POLICY: A Non-smoking Policy adopted by the City prohibits smoking in City Facilities.

The provisions of the bulletin do not constitute an expressed or implied contract and any provisions contained herein may be modified or revoked without notice.

*Resume Must Accompany City Application

Return Application and Resume to:

LOS ALAMITOS POLICE DEPARTMENT
3201 Katella Avenue Los Alamitos, California 90720-5600
Telephone: (562) 431-2255