THE CITY OF AUBURN ANNOUNCES AN ELIGIBILITY LIST FOR ... · THE IDEAL CANDIDATE Knowledge of and...
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The Position
In order to prepare for upcoming openings the City of Auburn invites quality lateral and academy graduate
police officers to join the Auburn Police Department team. We are looking for individuals who are seeking
a challenging and rewarding position to serve the community of Auburn. Qualified individuals should be
motivated, self—starters, strong desire to learn, and demonstrate their ability to work within a teamwork
environment.
The Department
The Auburn Police Department is dedicated to the community and the citizens of Auburn making this
community a safe and enjoyable place to live and visit. The Auburn Police Department’s objectives include;
the preservation of life, property, and the maintenance of public order. We are able to accomplish these
objectives through a comprehensive crime prevention programs, public education, training, and the
enforcement of Federal, State, and Municipal laws.
The Auburn Police Department is comprised of 20 sworn personnel and 8 professional staff. The
Department provides police personnel opportunities in patrol services, investigative services, special
assignments, dispatch, records, and administration.
The Community
Renowned for its beauty and outstanding quality of life, the City of Auburn is 7.5 square miles and home to
an enlightened, diverse, and civic-minded population of approximately 14,070 people.
Located at the crossroads of Interstate 80 and Highway 49, Auburn is the County Seat of Placer County as
well as the home of the California Welcome Center. The City is located in the western foothills of the Sierra
Nevada Mountain Range at elevations between 1,000 and 1,500 feet above sea level. Auburn’s location
provides the advantage of being above the valley fog and below the Sierra snow line.
Qualifications
Lateral Entry: At time of appointment, candidates must possess or be eligible for a California Basic POST Certificate (California Peace Officer Standards and Training Certificate). The basic POST Certificate must be submitted at the time of application. Academy Graduate: At time of appointment, candidates must have successfully completed a California approved Basic POST Academy within the last 3 years. The POST Certificate must be submitted at the time of application. All Candidates: Must possess a High School Diploma or equivalency; possess or be eligible for a valid First Aid and CPR Certificate; be at least twenty–one years old at time of appointment; possess sufficient strength and agility necessary to perform the duties of a Police Officer; possess a valid Driver’s License at time of appointment; and live within a reasonable response time of the Police Department.
THE CITY OF AUBURN ANNOUNCES AN
ELIGIBILITY LIST FOR UPCOMING OPENINGS:
POLICE OFFICER (Lateral/ Academy Graduate)
Base Salary $4,810- $6,143. Monthly
Several additional incentives available
Protection - Service - Concern - Transparency
THE IDEAL CANDIDATE
Knowledge of and Ability to:
Perform a wide range of law enforcement assignments and modern law enforcement methods and procedures; including patrol, crime prevention, traffic control and investigation.
Criminal law with particular emphasis on the apprehension, arrest and custody of persons accused of felonies and misdemeanors.
Rules of evidence pertaining to search and seizure and the preservation and presentation of evidence in court.
Basic criminal investigation procedures and techniques, including crime scene investigation, Interrogation, fingerprinting, and booking.
Use and care for firearms and police equipment.
Demonstrate keen abilities of observations and memory.
Prepare accurate incident and case reports.
Meet established standards of physical endurance, agility, health & vision.
Professionally, positively, and effectively represent the Auburn Police Department.
COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS
Salary
Base salary range of $4,810- $6,143.per month plus an additional 5% for Holiday in Lieu
Longevity steps of 5% at 7, 11,15 and 20 years of City employment (prior law enforcement service may be considered)
4% Retention Incentive
5% Grave Yard Incentive
5% Bachelors Incentive
Intermediate and Advanced POST pay Incentives
Tuition reimbursement up to $1200 per year
Retirement
CalPERS Safety formula, subject to the Pension Reform Act.
Participation in CalPERS 2.7% at 57 PEPRA plan.
Laterals– 2.0%@50 Classic plan
* CalPers has an elevation calculator to increase the percentage of final compensation in conjunction
with retirement age and total years of service (ex.2.7% @ 55 with CalPERS service in Public Safety)
Employee pays entire “Employee” obligation towards plan plus 3% of the Employer portion
Insurance
City offers CalPERS health insurance plans for employees and dependents. City provides a monthly
cafeteria amount of up to $1,881.68 as an amount above employee’s gross salary to be used toward
the purchase of health, dental and vision coverage.
Life insurance of $50,000
Deferred Compensation
Choice of plans available. Voluntary employee contribution
Leave Program
Two to four weeks vacation leave annually, based on years of employment with City
12 days of sick leave annually
Application and Selection Procedure
Only the most qualified candidates in relation to the needs of the City of Auburn Police Department will be invited to participate in a testing process. Offers of employment are contingent upon successful completion of a comprehensive, job-related background investigation, reference checks, pre-placement medical examination and other appropriate requirements of the position. Possession of, or ability to obtain, a class C California driver’s license is required. To be considered for this excellent career opportunity as Police Officer please submit a City of Auburn application for employment and a current resume to:
City of Auburn
1225 Lincoln Way Auburn, CA 95603
530-823-4211, Ext. 113
Fax 530-823-4209
Visit the City of Auburn web site at
www.auburn.ca.gov
FINAL FILING DATE:
Continuous
For physical demands and working environment, please request a copy of the job specifications for details.
Provisions of this bulletin do not constitute nor guarantee an express or implied contract for employment and may be
revoked or modified without notice. The City of Auburn is an Equal Opportunity Employer.