Overview

Under general supervision, performs tasks and duties related to the protection of public health, safety and welfare, and the enforcement of applicable federal, state and local laws; provides traffic enforcement and control; carries out special assignments in a particular phase of police work; performs other related duties as required.

Primary Responsibilities

The Police Officer I is the entry level class and the Police Officer II is the senior class in the Police Officer series. Both are responsible for performance of the full scope of assigned law enforcement duties and responsibilities, under general supervision. The Police Officer I is distinguished from the Police Officer II in that the Police Officer I is the entry-level description in the professional Police Officer series. The Police Officer I serves a twelve month probationary period and is expected to promote to the senior level Police Officer II classification after successful completion of probation.

Minimum Qualifications

A high school diploma, or equivalent
Prior experience in law enforcement or successful completion of college coursework in criminology, police science, or a related field is desirable but not required
Possession of a California POST Basic Certificate
Possession of, or ability to obtain, a valid Class C California driver's license

Additional Information

Applications will be reviewed for minimum qualifications. Those persons who meet the necessary criteria will be called for an oral inter-view, which is weighted at 100%. Candidates who earn at least 70% on the interview will be recommended to the Civil Service Commission for inclusion on the employment eligibility list.

Persons selected for further consideration will be required to successfully pass a polygraph examination, background investigation and chief’s interview before being offered a conditional appointment. The offer is conditioned on successful completion of a thorough psychological assessment and medical evaluation (including a drug screen). Applicants must pass all elements to be considered for hire. The City Manager will make the final selection and appointment based on recommendation for hire by the Police Chief.

Applicants who require special examination accommodations due to a disability should contact the Human Resources Department five (5) business days prior to any scheduled examination at (559) 661-5401.

Applicants may be eligible for Veteran’s Preference Points (5 points) and must attach a DD214 to their employment application for consideration of this preference.

POST, EDUCATION & ASSIGNMENT INCENTIVES

60 College Units 2.5%
B.S./ B.A. Degree 5.0%
POST Incentives: Intermediate 2.5%, Advanced 2.5%
Detective/ FTO Incentive 5.0%

EDUCATION REIMBURSEMENT

Up to $2400/fiscal year for college coursework with prior approval from your Department Head.

BILINGUAL INCENTIVE

English/Spanish or ASL for qualifying individuals and positions after passing annual bilingual test.

RETIREMENT

The City participates in the CalPERS defined benefit retirement system. Retirement formulas and contributions are as follows. The terms “Classic Member” and “New Member” are as defined by CalPERS.

Classic Members employed with the City prior to 04/21/2012

3% at 50 formula, single highest year final compensation
Employee Contribution paid by the employee pre-tax: 4%

Tier 1 Members employed with the City on or after 04/21/2012

3% at 55 formula, average three year final compensation
Employee Contribution paid by the employee pre-tax: 3%

New Members employed with the City on or after 1/1/2013

2.7% at 57 formula, average three year final compensation
Employee Contribution paid by the employee pre-tax: 13.75%

HEALTH INSURANCE

The City provides monthly benefit dollars for employees to put towards medical, dental, and vision coverage for the employee and family. This coverage includes an Employee Assistance Plan.

SAFETY EQUIPMENT

All safety equipment is provided by the City including initial soft body armor.

UNIFORM ALLOWANCE

Uniform allowance of $39.11 per pay period/$1,016.86 year.

LIFE INSURANCE

The City provides a $25,000 life and accidental death and dismemberment policy along with $5,000 dependent life. The employee may purchase additional supplemental life insurance for him/herself, spouse and/or dependents.

LONG TERM DISABILITY

This city paid benefit provides up to 2/3-income protection.

Deferred Compensation

The employee may elect to contribute to a 457 Deferred Compensation program. Contributions decrease taxable income and interest is not taxed.

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The information provided in your application must support your answers in the supplemental questions. You may be asked to demonstrate your knowledge and skills in a work sample or during an interview. By completing this supplemental questionnaire you are attesting that the information you have provided is accurate. Any misstatements, omissions, or falsification of information may eliminate you from consideration or result in dismissal.

Yes, I understand and agree
No, I do not agree

02

Do you have a High School diploma or GED? If yes, you must attach your diploma or transcripts to your application.

03

Which POST Academy did you attend and when did you graduate? You must attach a copy of your POST Basic Certificate to your application.

04

What agencies have you applied at or worked for since academy graduation? Please list and describe the assignments you have worked (i.e. patrol, detectives, SWAT, etc).

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Why do you believe Madera PD will be a good fit for you?

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Why do you believe Madera PD will be a good fit for you?

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