Police Services Officer
Salary :
$55,272.
00 - $73,728.
00 AnnuallyLocation :
Orange, CAJob Type:
Full Time MiscellaneousJob Number:
01366Department:
Police DepartmentOpening Date:
09/25/2023Definition of the Position JOIN OUR TEAM AT THE ORANGE POLICE DEPARTMENTAS A POLICE SERVICES OFFICER!This recruitment may close without notice.
Interested applicants should apply TODAY!DEFINITIONUnder general supervision, a Police Services Officer performs a variety of comprehensive non-sworn activities in support of the Police Department, including patrol, investigations, and completion of police reports on a wide variety of law enforcement programs, projects, and services; responds to public requests; and performs related work as required.
Examples of Duties Management reserves the rights to add, modify, change, or rescind the work assignments of different positions and to make reasonable accommodations so that qualified employees can perform the essential functions of the job.
Provides comprehensive non-sworn staff support to the Police Department on a wide variety of programs, projects, and services.
Provides services to the public regarding traffic accidents, crime reports, or related services at a public counter and over the telephone; determines the nature of the contact; provides general information regarding department policies, procedures, and regulations, including responding to complaints, requests for information, and requests for service in person and by telephone.
Performs crime scene investigation including searching for, identifying, collecting, preserving, and booking evidence into property; interviews victims, witnesses, suspects, and references to obtain details, admission, and leads.
Responds to non-injury or minor injury traffic collisions, obtains statements from involved parties, and completes standard police reports for review by sworn officers; provides traffic control; provides for the towing and storage of vehicles as necessary.
Takes information from the public regarding criminal activity, such as thefts, accidents, lost and found property, and other incidents that do not require the presence of a sworn law enforcement officer at the scene; completes standard police reports for review by staff supervisors.
Enforces parking ordinances, writes parking citations.
Enforces and ensures compliance with a variety of Federal, State, and local laws, codes, and regulations related to nuisance abatement; writes warnings and citations as necessary; schedules follow-up inspections.
Prepares and processes a variety of reports and records and follows established formats, distributes to the proper individual or agency, files reports, and maintains automated or manual logs of departmental actions.
Maintains accurate departmental and law enforcement records and files; researches and compiles information from such files.
Interprets Federal, State and local legislation, policies, laws, codes, and regulations; researches, analyzes, and coordinates their application to the City's operations.
Participates on a variety of interdisciplinary meetings and represents the City to the community and other organizations.
Communicates orally, in writing, or through reports with colleagues, managers, the public, organized employee groups, and representatives of various organizations.
Testifies in court as necessary.
Performs additional duties as needed in the absence of assigned police support personnel.
Performs other duties as required.
When Assigned to the Records DivisionIn addition to the duties listed above, Police Services Officers assigned to the Records Division will be responsible for the following duties:
Management of digital evidence collected through the in-car and body-worn camera program.
Processing daily requests pursuant to discovery requests.
identifying video for proper tagging.
Managing the portal.
Provide troubleshooting assistance and training to personnel.
Maintain monthly audits to ensure compliance with Department Policy.
Responsible for retention and redaction as necessary.
Handle Public Records Act requests related to in-car and body-worn cameras Secure video during critical incidents.
Overall maintenance of the in-car and body-worn camera program.
Typical Qualifications Knowledge of:
Basic functions, principles, and practices of law enforcement agencies, including crime scene investigations and evidence retention practices and regulations.
Police terminology and law enforcement codes.
Applicable Federal, State, and local codes, regulations, and departmental policies, technical processes, and procedures.
Basic arithmetic and statistical techniques.
Business letter writing and the standard format for reports and correspondence.
Modern office practices, methods, and computer equipment and applications related to the work, including graphics, spreadsheets, and database applications.
Record keeping principles and procedures.
English usage, grammar, spelling, vocabulary, and punctuation.
Techniques for providing a high level of customer service by effectively dealing with the public, vendors, contractors, and City staff.
Ability to:
Understand the functions, principles, and practices of municipal police services.
Obtain necessary information from individuals in stressful or emergency situations.
Interpret, apply, explain, and ensure compliance with applicable Federal, State, and local laws, codes, regulations, and departmental policies and procedures.
Analyze situations and identify pertinent problems/issues; collect relevant information; evaluate realistic options; and recommend/implement appropriate course of action.
Prepare clear and effective reports, correspondence, and other written material.
Organize, research, and maintain technical and administrative files.
Organize own work, set priorities, and meet critical time deadlines.
Operate modern office equipment including computer equipment and specialized software applications programs.
Use English effectively to communicate in person, over the telephone, and in writing.
Use tact, initiative, prudence, and independent judgment within general policy and legal guidelines in politically sensitive situations.
Establish, maintain, and foster positive and harmonious working relationships with those contacted in the course of work.
Education and
Experience:
Equivalent to the completion of the twelfth (12th) grade supplemented by specialized training in public safety support services or a related field.
One (1) year of experience in a clerical or technical position related to law enforcement or criminal justice.
When Assigned to the Records Division:
In addition to the above education and experience requirement, additional knowledge of Public Records Requests and the technical aspects of managing the online portal, equipment, and training is highly desirable.
Licenses and Certifications:
Possession of, or ability to obtain, a valid California Driver License by time of appointment.
AUTOMATIC DISQUALIFIERS:
Prior to submitting an application, please read the to determine if you meet the minimum requirements for the position.
Supplemental Information Physical Demands:
Must possess mobility to work in the field and in a standard office setting and use standard office equipment, including a computer; to operate a motor vehicle, drive on surface streets, and make crime scene investigations; strength, stamina, and mobility to perform light physical work; vision to read printed materials, a computer screen, and examine evidence; and hearing and speech to communicate in person and over the telephone or radio.
The job involves fieldwork requiring frequent walking uneven terrain and landscapes when performing investigations.
Finger dexterity is needed to access, enter, and retrieve data using a computer keyboard or calculator and to operate crime scene investigation related tools and equipment.
Positions in this classification bend, stoop, kneel, reach, and climb to perform work and investigate crime scenes.
Employees must possess the ability to lift, carry, push, and pull materials and objects up to 50 pounds.
Working Conditions:
This position requires regular and reliable attendance and the employee's physical presence at the workplace.
May be required to work various shifts, including, but not limited to, early mornings, evenings, weekends, and holidays, at a variety of City locations.
Environmental Elements:
Employees work in an office environment with moderate noise levels and controlled temperature conditions; but may occasionally work in the field and be exposed to loud noise levels, cold and hot temperatures, inclement weather conditions, road hazards, vibration, mechanical and/or electrical hazards, and hazardous physical substances and fumes.
Employees may interact with upset staff and/or public and private representatives in interpreting and enforcing departmental policies and procedures.
Disaster Service Worker:
All employees of the City of Orange are designated by both State law and City ordinance to be Disaster Service Workers.
In the event of a declared emergency or any undeclared emergency or natural disaster that threatens the life, health and/or safety of the public, employees may be assigned to assist rescue and relief workers.
Such assignments may be in locations, during hours and performing work significantly different from the employees' normal work assignments and may continue through the recovery phase of the emergency.
City Mission, Vision, and Values:
Incumbents in all City positions are expected to exhibit the behavior characteristics reflected in the City's Mission, Vision, and Values statements in the performance of their duties:
The City of Orange is committed to excellent service for our residents, businesses, and visitors.
As an organization, the City of Orange is the leader in delivering the highest level of service to meet current and future needs of the community.
The City's values include Teamwork, Integrity, and Excellence.
BENEFITS FOR CITY OF ORANGE POLICE ASSOCIATION (NON-SWORN)The City of Orange provides a generous array of benefits to employees in addition to maintaining competitive salaries.
Benefits are prorated for part-time employees working from 20 to 35 hours.
Part-time employees working 19 hours do not qualify for benefits.
The following is a partial list of
Benefits:
Salary Range.
Salary ranges are composed of seven (7) steps, each approximately five percent (5%) apart, with the exception of th final step, which is approximately two percent (2%) apart.
Advancements through the steps are generally made yearly and based on performance.
Retirement Benefits.
Retirement benefits are provided by the California Public Employees' Retirement System (CalPERS), including the City's contribution toward the Fourth Level Survivor's Benefit.
An employee who is a Classic Member of CalPERS or a current member of another California public retirement system who is hired by the City of Orange on or after January 1, 2013, will be enrolled in the CalPERS 2.
7% @ 55 benefit formula with one year final compensation.
Employees contribute 8.
00% of pension reportable salary on a pre-tax basis for this retirement benefit.
Effective January 1, 2013, newly hired non-safety employees who are New CalPERS Members, as defined by the Public Employees' Pension Reform Act of 2013 (PEPRA), will be enrolled in the CalPERS 2% @ age 62 defined benefit plan with three year final compensation in accordance with Public Employees' Pension Reform Act of 2013 (PEPRA).
New Members will be required to pay 6.
00% of pension reportable salary as their full share of their member contribution.
Effective July 1, 2020 the employee contribution amount will increase to 6.
75%.
PORAC Retiree Medical Trust.
Employees pay $50 per pay period towards the PORAC Retiree Medical Trust and after ten (10) years are eligible for partial reimbursement of medical insurance premiums upon retirement.
Cafeteria Benefits Plan.
The City pays $1,895 per month (Family), which can be applied towards medical, dental, or vision insurances, and/or taken as cash under certain criteria.
This amount will increase to $1,970 effective January 1, 2024, $2,045 effective January 1, 2025, and $2,120 effective January 1, 2026.
Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance.
A variety of medical insurance plans are available through the PERS Health Benefits program.
Life Insurance.
The City provides a term life insurance policy of $50,000.
Vacation.
Police employees earn 80 hours of vacation during the first year of service, and an increasing accrual annually up to 220 hours per year after 30 years of service.
The City also provides an annual unused vacation payout plan.
Holidays.
Employees receive 105 hours of holiday accrual each year to be taken as time off or converted to cash.
Sick Leave.
Sick leave is accrued at a rate of 96 hours per year.
Employees are eligible to convert unused sick leave to vacation on an annual basis.
A partial payment (up to 50%) for accumulated unused sick leave is available to City employees who retire from the City.
Other Benefits.
Most employees work a 4/10 alternate work schedule.
An Employee Assistance Program, Tuition Reimbursement (up to $1,250/fiscal year), Trip Reduction Program incentives, optional Deferred Compensation programs and Credit Union membership are a few of the additional benefits provided and/or available to employees.
For more information, please click for the Police Association Memorandum of Understanding.
CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENTA Medical Examination, Police Records Check, and thorough Background Investigation are required of all prospective employees.
In compliance with the Immigration Reform & Control Act of 1986 (IRCA), all job offers made by the City of Orange are contingent upon establishing proof of your legal right to work in the United States.
All benefitted employees shall be subject to a twelve (12) month probationary period as a condition of employment.
The provisions of this bulletin do not constitute an express or implied contract.
Any provision contained in this bulletin may be modified or revoked without notice.
The types and levels of employee benefits provided, including City contributions toward benefit costs, are subject to change as a result of periodic contract settlements between recognized employee associations and the City of Orange.
The City of Orange is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
City Mission, Vision, and ValuesIncumbents in all City positions are expected to exhibit the behavior characteristics reflected in the City's Mission, Vision, and Values statements in the performance of their duties:
The City of Orange is committed to excellent service for our residents, businesses, and visitors.
As an organization, the City of Orange is the leader in delivering the highest level of service to meet current and future needs of the community.
The City's values include Teamwork, Integrity, and Excellence.
01 Have you applied for this position or a similar position with the City of Orange within the past six (6) months?If so, please list the date(s) and position(s) you have applied for, as well as the disposition of your application.
If none, type N/A.
02 By date of hire, Police Department employees must be full-time residents of the State of California and reside no further than one hundred (100) road miles from Police Headquarters (1107 N.
Batavia St, Orange, CA 92867).
Will you meet this requirement? Yes No 03 Do you have specialized training in public safety support services or a related field AND one (1) year of experience in a clerical or technical position related to law enforcement or criminal justice? Yes No 04 Do you have knowledge of Public Records Requests and the technical aspects of managing the online Evidence.
com portal, equipment, and training? Yes No 05 If you answered Yes to question #4 above, please describe your experience here.
If you answered No, type N/A.
06 Are you, or will you be, a United States citizen at time of appointment? Yes No 07 Please indicate the highest level of formal education you have completed:
High School Technical or Vocational Certificate Some College - Between 1 and 12 units Some College - Between 13 and 24 units Some College - Between 25 and 60 units Some College - 60 plus units without a Degree Associate's Degree Bachelor's Degree Master's Degree or higher 08 As a candidate for law enforcement employment, you must pass a thorough background investigation, which includes a criminal history check, driving history, educational history, fingerprinting, credit check, polygraph test, medical examination, drug test, and employment history verification.
Have you ever been arrested for a misdemeanor or felony? (Check all that apply.
) Felony Misdemeanor No Convictions 09 If you answered Yes to the question above, please explain the felony or misdemeanor below.
If you answered No, type N/A.
10 Do you possess a current/valid California Class C drivers license? NOTE:
A good driving record is required.
Yes No 11 If you do not currently possess a valid California Class C drivers license, can you obtain one by date of hire? Yes No Not Applicable 12 Have you received any traffic citations in the past ten (10) years (excluding parking citations)? Include citations for which you attended traffic school, and those citations that were dismissed.
Yes No 13 Have you been in any at-fault traffic collisions over the past ten (10) years? Yes No 14 Has your driving privilege ever been formally suspended? Yes No 15 Have you ever engaged or participated in a verbal or physical altercation with another motorist (including gestures)? Yes No 16 If you answered Yes to any questions related to driving history, please list the date of violation, location, and offense.
If you answered No, type N/A.
17 Have you ever cheated on a written examination? If yes, provide an explanation of how many times and whether it was in high school, college, or some other time.
If no, type N/A below.
18 All work history for at least the past ten (10) years, including the accurate dates of employment and the reason for leaving an employer, are required in your application.
Failure to include this information may lead to disqualification from the entire selection process.
Have you followed these instructions? Yes No 19 Have you ever been disciplined at work, received counseling from a supervisor, or received a poor performance evaluation? Yes No 20 Have you ever been suspended, terminated, fired, or forced to resign from ANY job? Yes No 21 If you answered Yes to any job-related question, please provide an explanation of the circumstances.
If you answered No, type N/A.
22 Have you ever been more than thirty (30) days late on any payments for any financial account? Yes No 23 Have you ever had any financial accounts go to collections? Yes No 24 Have you ever filed, or do you plan to file, for personal bankruptcy? Yes No 25 If you answered Yes to any of the previous financial-related questions, please explain below.
If you answered No, type N/A.
26 Have you experimented with, used, ingested, possessed, sold, or furnished marijuana within the twelve (12) months? Yes No 27 Have you illegally used, ingested, possessed, sold, or furnished methamphetamines, cocaine, amphetamines, ecstasy, nitrous oxide, inhalants, and/or illegal injectable steroids within the past seven (7) years? Yes No 28 Have you ever illegally used, ingested, possessed, sold, or furnished methamphetamines, cocaine, amphetamines, ecstasy, nitrous oxide, inhalants, heroin and/or hallucinogens (i.
e.
LSD, PCP, mushrooms, peyote)? Yes No 29 Have you used, ingested, possessed, sold, or furnished prescription drugs without a prescription within the past seven (7) years? Yes No 30 Have you ever used, injected, ingested, possessed, sold, or furnished steroids? Yes No 31 If you answered Yes to any of the previous drug related questions, please explain below.
If you answered No, type N/A.
32 Have you ever been arrested for, or accused of, ANY assault (domestic violence) against anyone you have had a relationship with, lived with, or with whom you had a child? Yes No 33 Have you ever been convicted of a crime that prohibits the possession or use of a firearm as prohibited by Penal Code 29800 and Penal Code 29900? Yes No 34 Have you ever committed an illegal act which was not detected (i.
e.
, theft, shoplifting, assault, vandalism, soliciting a prostitute, municipal code, or other offense)? Yes No 35 Have you ever accessed pornography involving children, or accessed pornography on a work computer? Yes No 36 Have you ever taken a polygraph examination? If yes, please provide the date, agency, and results.
If no, type N/A.
37 If you answered Yes to any of the background questions (#26-#37), please provide the date(s), incident(s), and provide an explanation of the circumstances.
If No, type N/A.
38 Have you ever been a suspect in, or arrested for ANY type of crime(s)? This includes both as a juvenile or adult, and being cited and release for a criminal offense (i.
e.
, petty theft, DUI, alcohol violations, vandalism, etc.
) Do not include traffic infractions.
Yes No 39 Have you ever been disqualified during the background process for any position within a law enforcement agency? (This does not include failing a written or oral examination/interview.
) If yes, please indicate the agency, date, and the result.
If no, type N/A.
40 Why are you interested in this position? 41 The Orange Police Department values leadership and professionalism.
Describe how you have demonstrated these qualities.
42 All information in your application is subject to verification through a thorough background investigation including a polygraph test.
Do you certify that all information provided is accurate to the best of your knowledge and belief, and understand that purposely providing false information will be grounds for disqualification from the process? Yes No Required Question Recommended Skills Investigation Human Resources Criminal Justice System Life Insurance Business Licensing Estimated Salary: $20 to $28 per hour based on qualifications.
$55,272.
00 - $73,728.
00 AnnuallyLocation :
Orange, CAJob Type:
Full Time MiscellaneousJob Number:
01366Department:
Police DepartmentOpening Date:
09/25/2023Definition of the Position JOIN OUR TEAM AT THE ORANGE POLICE DEPARTMENTAS A POLICE SERVICES OFFICER!This recruitment may close without notice.
Interested applicants should apply TODAY!DEFINITIONUnder general supervision, a Police Services Officer performs a variety of comprehensive non-sworn activities in support of the Police Department, including patrol, investigations, and completion of police reports on a wide variety of law enforcement programs, projects, and services; responds to public requests; and performs related work as required.
Examples of Duties Management reserves the rights to add, modify, change, or rescind the work assignments of different positions and to make reasonable accommodations so that qualified employees can perform the essential functions of the job.
Provides comprehensive non-sworn staff support to the Police Department on a wide variety of programs, projects, and services.
Provides services to the public regarding traffic accidents, crime reports, or related services at a public counter and over the telephone; determines the nature of the contact; provides general information regarding department policies, procedures, and regulations, including responding to complaints, requests for information, and requests for service in person and by telephone.
Performs crime scene investigation including searching for, identifying, collecting, preserving, and booking evidence into property; interviews victims, witnesses, suspects, and references to obtain details, admission, and leads.
Responds to non-injury or minor injury traffic collisions, obtains statements from involved parties, and completes standard police reports for review by sworn officers; provides traffic control; provides for the towing and storage of vehicles as necessary.
Takes information from the public regarding criminal activity, such as thefts, accidents, lost and found property, and other incidents that do not require the presence of a sworn law enforcement officer at the scene; completes standard police reports for review by staff supervisors.
Enforces parking ordinances, writes parking citations.
Enforces and ensures compliance with a variety of Federal, State, and local laws, codes, and regulations related to nuisance abatement; writes warnings and citations as necessary; schedules follow-up inspections.
Prepares and processes a variety of reports and records and follows established formats, distributes to the proper individual or agency, files reports, and maintains automated or manual logs of departmental actions.
Maintains accurate departmental and law enforcement records and files; researches and compiles information from such files.
Interprets Federal, State and local legislation, policies, laws, codes, and regulations; researches, analyzes, and coordinates their application to the City's operations.
Participates on a variety of interdisciplinary meetings and represents the City to the community and other organizations.
Communicates orally, in writing, or through reports with colleagues, managers, the public, organized employee groups, and representatives of various organizations.
Testifies in court as necessary.
Performs additional duties as needed in the absence of assigned police support personnel.
Performs other duties as required.
When Assigned to the Records DivisionIn addition to the duties listed above, Police Services Officers assigned to the Records Division will be responsible for the following duties:
Management of digital evidence collected through the in-car and body-worn camera program.
Processing daily requests pursuant to discovery requests.
identifying video for proper tagging.
Managing the portal.
Provide troubleshooting assistance and training to personnel.
Maintain monthly audits to ensure compliance with Department Policy.
Responsible for retention and redaction as necessary.
Handle Public Records Act requests related to in-car and body-worn cameras Secure video during critical incidents.
Overall maintenance of the in-car and body-worn camera program.
Typical Qualifications Knowledge of:
Basic functions, principles, and practices of law enforcement agencies, including crime scene investigations and evidence retention practices and regulations.
Police terminology and law enforcement codes.
Applicable Federal, State, and local codes, regulations, and departmental policies, technical processes, and procedures.
Basic arithmetic and statistical techniques.
Business letter writing and the standard format for reports and correspondence.
Modern office practices, methods, and computer equipment and applications related to the work, including graphics, spreadsheets, and database applications.
Record keeping principles and procedures.
English usage, grammar, spelling, vocabulary, and punctuation.
Techniques for providing a high level of customer service by effectively dealing with the public, vendors, contractors, and City staff.
Ability to:
Understand the functions, principles, and practices of municipal police services.
Obtain necessary information from individuals in stressful or emergency situations.
Interpret, apply, explain, and ensure compliance with applicable Federal, State, and local laws, codes, regulations, and departmental policies and procedures.
Analyze situations and identify pertinent problems/issues; collect relevant information; evaluate realistic options; and recommend/implement appropriate course of action.
Prepare clear and effective reports, correspondence, and other written material.
Organize, research, and maintain technical and administrative files.
Organize own work, set priorities, and meet critical time deadlines.
Operate modern office equipment including computer equipment and specialized software applications programs.
Use English effectively to communicate in person, over the telephone, and in writing.
Use tact, initiative, prudence, and independent judgment within general policy and legal guidelines in politically sensitive situations.
Establish, maintain, and foster positive and harmonious working relationships with those contacted in the course of work.
Education and
Experience:
Equivalent to the completion of the twelfth (12th) grade supplemented by specialized training in public safety support services or a related field.
One (1) year of experience in a clerical or technical position related to law enforcement or criminal justice.
When Assigned to the Records Division:
In addition to the above education and experience requirement, additional knowledge of Public Records Requests and the technical aspects of managing the online portal, equipment, and training is highly desirable.
Licenses and Certifications:
Possession of, or ability to obtain, a valid California Driver License by time of appointment.
AUTOMATIC DISQUALIFIERS:
Prior to submitting an application, please read the to determine if you meet the minimum requirements for the position.
Supplemental Information Physical Demands:
Must possess mobility to work in the field and in a standard office setting and use standard office equipment, including a computer; to operate a motor vehicle, drive on surface streets, and make crime scene investigations; strength, stamina, and mobility to perform light physical work; vision to read printed materials, a computer screen, and examine evidence; and hearing and speech to communicate in person and over the telephone or radio.
The job involves fieldwork requiring frequent walking uneven terrain and landscapes when performing investigations.
Finger dexterity is needed to access, enter, and retrieve data using a computer keyboard or calculator and to operate crime scene investigation related tools and equipment.
Positions in this classification bend, stoop, kneel, reach, and climb to perform work and investigate crime scenes.
Employees must possess the ability to lift, carry, push, and pull materials and objects up to 50 pounds.
Working Conditions:
This position requires regular and reliable attendance and the employee's physical presence at the workplace.
May be required to work various shifts, including, but not limited to, early mornings, evenings, weekends, and holidays, at a variety of City locations.
Environmental Elements:
Employees work in an office environment with moderate noise levels and controlled temperature conditions; but may occasionally work in the field and be exposed to loud noise levels, cold and hot temperatures, inclement weather conditions, road hazards, vibration, mechanical and/or electrical hazards, and hazardous physical substances and fumes.
Employees may interact with upset staff and/or public and private representatives in interpreting and enforcing departmental policies and procedures.
Disaster Service Worker:
All employees of the City of Orange are designated by both State law and City ordinance to be Disaster Service Workers.
In the event of a declared emergency or any undeclared emergency or natural disaster that threatens the life, health and/or safety of the public, employees may be assigned to assist rescue and relief workers.
Such assignments may be in locations, during hours and performing work significantly different from the employees' normal work assignments and may continue through the recovery phase of the emergency.
City Mission, Vision, and Values:
Incumbents in all City positions are expected to exhibit the behavior characteristics reflected in the City's Mission, Vision, and Values statements in the performance of their duties:
The City of Orange is committed to excellent service for our residents, businesses, and visitors.
As an organization, the City of Orange is the leader in delivering the highest level of service to meet current and future needs of the community.
The City's values include Teamwork, Integrity, and Excellence.
BENEFITS FOR CITY OF ORANGE POLICE ASSOCIATION (NON-SWORN)The City of Orange provides a generous array of benefits to employees in addition to maintaining competitive salaries.
Benefits are prorated for part-time employees working from 20 to 35 hours.
Part-time employees working 19 hours do not qualify for benefits.
The following is a partial list of
Benefits:
Salary Range.
Salary ranges are composed of seven (7) steps, each approximately five percent (5%) apart, with the exception of th final step, which is approximately two percent (2%) apart.
Advancements through the steps are generally made yearly and based on performance.
Retirement Benefits.
Retirement benefits are provided by the California Public Employees' Retirement System (CalPERS), including the City's contribution toward the Fourth Level Survivor's Benefit.
An employee who is a Classic Member of CalPERS or a current member of another California public retirement system who is hired by the City of Orange on or after January 1, 2013, will be enrolled in the CalPERS 2.
7% @ 55 benefit formula with one year final compensation.
Employees contribute 8.
00% of pension reportable salary on a pre-tax basis for this retirement benefit.
Effective January 1, 2013, newly hired non-safety employees who are New CalPERS Members, as defined by the Public Employees' Pension Reform Act of 2013 (PEPRA), will be enrolled in the CalPERS 2% @ age 62 defined benefit plan with three year final compensation in accordance with Public Employees' Pension Reform Act of 2013 (PEPRA).
New Members will be required to pay 6.
00% of pension reportable salary as their full share of their member contribution.
Effective July 1, 2020 the employee contribution amount will increase to 6.
75%.
PORAC Retiree Medical Trust.
Employees pay $50 per pay period towards the PORAC Retiree Medical Trust and after ten (10) years are eligible for partial reimbursement of medical insurance premiums upon retirement.
Cafeteria Benefits Plan.
The City pays $1,895 per month (Family), which can be applied towards medical, dental, or vision insurances, and/or taken as cash under certain criteria.
This amount will increase to $1,970 effective January 1, 2024, $2,045 effective January 1, 2025, and $2,120 effective January 1, 2026.
Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance.
A variety of medical insurance plans are available through the PERS Health Benefits program.
Life Insurance.
The City provides a term life insurance policy of $50,000.
Vacation.
Police employees earn 80 hours of vacation during the first year of service, and an increasing accrual annually up to 220 hours per year after 30 years of service.
The City also provides an annual unused vacation payout plan.
Holidays.
Employees receive 105 hours of holiday accrual each year to be taken as time off or converted to cash.
Sick Leave.
Sick leave is accrued at a rate of 96 hours per year.
Employees are eligible to convert unused sick leave to vacation on an annual basis.
A partial payment (up to 50%) for accumulated unused sick leave is available to City employees who retire from the City.
Other Benefits.
Most employees work a 4/10 alternate work schedule.
An Employee Assistance Program, Tuition Reimbursement (up to $1,250/fiscal year), Trip Reduction Program incentives, optional Deferred Compensation programs and Credit Union membership are a few of the additional benefits provided and/or available to employees.
For more information, please click for the Police Association Memorandum of Understanding.
CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENTA Medical Examination, Police Records Check, and thorough Background Investigation are required of all prospective employees.
In compliance with the Immigration Reform & Control Act of 1986 (IRCA), all job offers made by the City of Orange are contingent upon establishing proof of your legal right to work in the United States.
All benefitted employees shall be subject to a twelve (12) month probationary period as a condition of employment.
The provisions of this bulletin do not constitute an express or implied contract.
Any provision contained in this bulletin may be modified or revoked without notice.
The types and levels of employee benefits provided, including City contributions toward benefit costs, are subject to change as a result of periodic contract settlements between recognized employee associations and the City of Orange.
The City of Orange is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
City Mission, Vision, and ValuesIncumbents in all City positions are expected to exhibit the behavior characteristics reflected in the City's Mission, Vision, and Values statements in the performance of their duties:
The City of Orange is committed to excellent service for our residents, businesses, and visitors.
As an organization, the City of Orange is the leader in delivering the highest level of service to meet current and future needs of the community.
The City's values include Teamwork, Integrity, and Excellence.
01 Have you applied for this position or a similar position with the City of Orange within the past six (6) months?If so, please list the date(s) and position(s) you have applied for, as well as the disposition of your application.
If none, type N/A.
02 By date of hire, Police Department employees must be full-time residents of the State of California and reside no further than one hundred (100) road miles from Police Headquarters (1107 N.
Batavia St, Orange, CA 92867).
Will you meet this requirement? Yes No 03 Do you have specialized training in public safety support services or a related field AND one (1) year of experience in a clerical or technical position related to law enforcement or criminal justice? Yes No 04 Do you have knowledge of Public Records Requests and the technical aspects of managing the online Evidence.
com portal, equipment, and training? Yes No 05 If you answered Yes to question #4 above, please describe your experience here.
If you answered No, type N/A.
06 Are you, or will you be, a United States citizen at time of appointment? Yes No 07 Please indicate the highest level of formal education you have completed:
High School Technical or Vocational Certificate Some College - Between 1 and 12 units Some College - Between 13 and 24 units Some College - Between 25 and 60 units Some College - 60 plus units without a Degree Associate's Degree Bachelor's Degree Master's Degree or higher 08 As a candidate for law enforcement employment, you must pass a thorough background investigation, which includes a criminal history check, driving history, educational history, fingerprinting, credit check, polygraph test, medical examination, drug test, and employment history verification.
Have you ever been arrested for a misdemeanor or felony? (Check all that apply.
) Felony Misdemeanor No Convictions 09 If you answered Yes to the question above, please explain the felony or misdemeanor below.
If you answered No, type N/A.
10 Do you possess a current/valid California Class C drivers license? NOTE:
A good driving record is required.
Yes No 11 If you do not currently possess a valid California Class C drivers license, can you obtain one by date of hire? Yes No Not Applicable 12 Have you received any traffic citations in the past ten (10) years (excluding parking citations)? Include citations for which you attended traffic school, and those citations that were dismissed.
Yes No 13 Have you been in any at-fault traffic collisions over the past ten (10) years? Yes No 14 Has your driving privilege ever been formally suspended? Yes No 15 Have you ever engaged or participated in a verbal or physical altercation with another motorist (including gestures)? Yes No 16 If you answered Yes to any questions related to driving history, please list the date of violation, location, and offense.
If you answered No, type N/A.
17 Have you ever cheated on a written examination? If yes, provide an explanation of how many times and whether it was in high school, college, or some other time.
If no, type N/A below.
18 All work history for at least the past ten (10) years, including the accurate dates of employment and the reason for leaving an employer, are required in your application.
Failure to include this information may lead to disqualification from the entire selection process.
Have you followed these instructions? Yes No 19 Have you ever been disciplined at work, received counseling from a supervisor, or received a poor performance evaluation? Yes No 20 Have you ever been suspended, terminated, fired, or forced to resign from ANY job? Yes No 21 If you answered Yes to any job-related question, please provide an explanation of the circumstances.
If you answered No, type N/A.
22 Have you ever been more than thirty (30) days late on any payments for any financial account? Yes No 23 Have you ever had any financial accounts go to collections? Yes No 24 Have you ever filed, or do you plan to file, for personal bankruptcy? Yes No 25 If you answered Yes to any of the previous financial-related questions, please explain below.
If you answered No, type N/A.
26 Have you experimented with, used, ingested, possessed, sold, or furnished marijuana within the twelve (12) months? Yes No 27 Have you illegally used, ingested, possessed, sold, or furnished methamphetamines, cocaine, amphetamines, ecstasy, nitrous oxide, inhalants, and/or illegal injectable steroids within the past seven (7) years? Yes No 28 Have you ever illegally used, ingested, possessed, sold, or furnished methamphetamines, cocaine, amphetamines, ecstasy, nitrous oxide, inhalants, heroin and/or hallucinogens (i.
e.
LSD, PCP, mushrooms, peyote)? Yes No 29 Have you used, ingested, possessed, sold, or furnished prescription drugs without a prescription within the past seven (7) years? Yes No 30 Have you ever used, injected, ingested, possessed, sold, or furnished steroids? Yes No 31 If you answered Yes to any of the previous drug related questions, please explain below.
If you answered No, type N/A.
32 Have you ever been arrested for, or accused of, ANY assault (domestic violence) against anyone you have had a relationship with, lived with, or with whom you had a child? Yes No 33 Have you ever been convicted of a crime that prohibits the possession or use of a firearm as prohibited by Penal Code 29800 and Penal Code 29900? Yes No 34 Have you ever committed an illegal act which was not detected (i.
e.
, theft, shoplifting, assault, vandalism, soliciting a prostitute, municipal code, or other offense)? Yes No 35 Have you ever accessed pornography involving children, or accessed pornography on a work computer? Yes No 36 Have you ever taken a polygraph examination? If yes, please provide the date, agency, and results.
If no, type N/A.
37 If you answered Yes to any of the background questions (#26-#37), please provide the date(s), incident(s), and provide an explanation of the circumstances.
If No, type N/A.
38 Have you ever been a suspect in, or arrested for ANY type of crime(s)? This includes both as a juvenile or adult, and being cited and release for a criminal offense (i.
e.
, petty theft, DUI, alcohol violations, vandalism, etc.
) Do not include traffic infractions.
Yes No 39 Have you ever been disqualified during the background process for any position within a law enforcement agency? (This does not include failing a written or oral examination/interview.
) If yes, please indicate the agency, date, and the result.
If no, type N/A.
40 Why are you interested in this position? 41 The Orange Police Department values leadership and professionalism.
Describe how you have demonstrated these qualities.
42 All information in your application is subject to verification through a thorough background investigation including a polygraph test.
Do you certify that all information provided is accurate to the best of your knowledge and belief, and understand that purposely providing false information will be grounds for disqualification from the process? Yes No Required Question Recommended Skills Investigation Human Resources Criminal Justice System Life Insurance Business Licensing Estimated Salary: $20 to $28 per hour based on qualifications.
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