RESERVE POLICE OFFICER

 

THIS IS A VOLUNTER POSITION – REQUIRED TO SERVE A MINIMUM OF 32 HOURS PER MONTH WHILE IN FIELD TRAINING FOR THE FIRST YEAR, AND 16 HOURS PER MONTH THEREAFTER.

 

OPEN EXAMINATION

FILING PERIOD   Open/ Continuous - Recruitment may close at any time.

 

THE POSITION

A Reserve Police Officer is a citizen volunteer who serves the community through a devotion of valuable time and effort toward a common goal:  creating a safer community. Reserve Police Officers wear the same uniform and perform the same duties regular Police Officers, but on a part-time volunteer basis. Reserve Police Officers receive compensation for court appearances; specific assignments approved by the Office of the Chief of Police and may be eligible for a uniform allowance on a scheduled basis. Reserve Police Officers are a valuable resource to both the community and the Glendale Police Department.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

Participates in pre-academy and actual Police training academy in preparation to perform the following essential functions performed by Police Officers:  Responds to calls for service regarding accidents, emergencies, crimes, threats, altercations and/or requests for aid. Provides information and assistance to the public and promotes good public relations. Administers first aid to injured persons. Interviews, interrogates and records statements from witnesses, suspects and victims. Identifies relevant facts and prepares written reports on incidents and cases assigned. Apprehends suspects by driving safely at high speeds, chasing suspects on foot, climbing over obstacles, physically subduing suspects and utilizing self-defense techniques. Enforces traffic laws, directs traffic, issues citations and warnings. Investigates accidents and accident scenes. Investigates matters involving juveniles, reports of child neglect and juvenile delinquency. Refers juveniles to the appropriate authorities. Serves subpoenas, serves warrants, testifies in court, marks and stores evidence, apprehends suspects, makes arrests as prescribed by law, and confers with City/District Attorney's Office to provide information for case preparation. Assumes personal responsibility for ensuring the duties of the position are performed in a safe, efficient manner. Performs other related duties as assigned.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

AGE: Minimum age 20 years.

1. High school graduation or GED or CHSPE equivalent.

2. Applicants must be of good moral character, with no felony convictions or misdemeanor convictions involving moral turpitude.

CITIZENSHIP:  U.S. Citizenship, or a permanent resident alien who is eligible and has applied for citizenship.

DRIVER'S LICENSE:  Valid California Class C

DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS:

1. College level course work in written and oral communication, Police Science or a related field.

2. Knowledge and/or use of Personal Computers.

3. Bilingual abilities.

MEDICAL/PSYCHOLOGICAL STANDARDS:  All candidates must pass a pre-placement medical examination and a psychological evaluation.

HEARING:  Acceptable as to City standards.

VISION:  Acceptable as to City standards.  Acceptable color vision.

WEIGHT:  Weight in proportion to height according to medical standards.

SELECTION PROCEDURE

All interested applicants who file an application will be contacted by the Police Department to participate in an examination process consisting of the following:

WRITTEN:  (PASS/FAIL) May include general ability and aptitude for Police work. 

PHYSICAL AGILITY TEST:  (PASS/FAIL)   This Physical Agility Test includes:  a 99 yard obstacle course, a 165 pound body drag, a chain link fence climb, a six foot solid fence climb and a 500 yard run.

ORAL:  (PASS/FAIL) Qualified applicants will be invited to an oral examination to evaluate their experience, education, and personal fitness for the position. 

BACKGROUND INVESTIGATION:  Candidates who are successful in the examination process will be subjected to a comprehensive background investigation. A polygraph will be required. 

MEDICAL/PSYCHOLOGICAL EXAMINATIONS: Candidates who successfully pass the background investigation and are conditionally offered a position would be required to successfully complete a required extensive medical and psychological examination prior to appointment as a Reserve Police Officer.

NOTE: Candidates must pass all phases of the testing process to be further considered.

RESIDENCE:  Candidates hired into this position are required to live within a 40 mile radius of the Glendale Civic Center.

 

Applicants who successfully process through the selection procedure will be required to attend and complete an approved Training Academy (schedule and dates to be determined) held on Sundays and two alternating evenings per week.

 

The City of Glendale conforms with State and Federal obligations to make reasonable accommodation for applicants and employees with disabilities.  The Human Resources Department asks that it be advised of special needs at least five days prior to the first test part so that a reasonable accommodation may be made. The provisions of this bulletin do not constitute an express or implied contract.  In compliance with the Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986, the City of Glendale requires that all new employees provide documentation to establish both work authorization and identity.

 

RESERVE POLICE OFFICER                                           Date Posted:  06/19/2006                                                                                Bulletin #6888

(ReservePO)                                                                       Date Updated:   12/23/2009