THIS RECRUITMENT IS ONLY FOR INDIVIDUALS CURRENTLY ATTENDING A CALIFORNIA POST BASIC POLICE ACADEMYIF YOU ARE NOT CURRENTLY ENROLLED IN A CALIFORNIA POST BASIC POLICE ACADEMYPLEASE REVIEW ALTERNATIVE OPEN POSITIONS WITH THE CITY OF GALTPOLICE OFFICER - ACADEMY ATTENDEE$28.48 PER HOURUPON SATISFACTORY GRADUATION FROM A P. O. S. T. BASIC COURSE POLICE ACADEMY SUCCESSFUL GRADUATES WILL BE PROMOTED TOPOLICE OFFICEREARNING $37.17 - $45.70 PER HOUR WITH THE ABILITY TO EARN UP TOAN ADDITIONAL 10% EDUCA... more details
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ABOUT GALT
Incorporated in 1946, Galt is a growing community with approximately 26,000 residents located approximately 20 miles south of Sacramento along Highway 99. The City is led by five elected council members, the Mayor being appointed.
Galt offers affordable housing with a small town atmosphere, perfect for raising young families as well as a great opportunity for new businesses.
The City is known for its annual Independence Day Celebration with fireworks and the Winter Bird Festival. We also offer the Galt Market, an open air market held every Tuesday and Wednesday offering great deals on fresh fruits and vegetables, clothing, home furnishings and much more.
Sports and Recreation are key to Galt's quality of life. Enhanced by its mild seasonal climate and numerous parks, Galt features a variety of activities for youth and adults such as t-ball, baseball, football, soccer, swimming and swim lessons, karate, exercise classes and many more choices to meet the needs of the community.
The City of Galt is located in the heart of the Delta Recreation Area in Northern, California. Thirty minutes away are the Sierra Foothills and the Sacramento Delta. Reno, Lake Tahoe, San Francisco and the CA coast are all within a two hour drive making Galt a recreational haven for boat lovers and outdoorsmen alike.
ABOUT THE POSITION
THIS RECRUITMENT IS ONLY FOR INDIVIDUALS CURRENTLY ATTENDING A CALIFORNIA POST BASIC POLICE ACADEMY IF YOU ARE NOT CURRENTLY ENROLLED IN A CALIFORNIA POST BASIC POLICE ACADEMY PLEASE REVIEW ALTERNATIVE OPEN POSITIONS WITH THE CITY OF GALT
POLICE OFFICER - ACADEMY ATTENDEE
$28.48 PER HOUR
UPON SATISFACTORY GRADUATION FROM AP.O.S.T. BASIC COURSE POLICE ACADEMY SUCCESSFUL GRADUATES WILL BE PROMOTED TO POLICE OFFICER EARNING $37.17 - $45.70 PER HOUR WITH THE ABILITY TO EARN
UP TO AN ADDITIONAL 10% EDUCATION INCENTIVE
***This is a continuous recruitment and may be closed at any time. Testing will take on a rolling basis once a sufficient number of applications has been received; as deemed by the City of Galt.
BASE PAY: Salary: $28.48 ($59,238.40 Annually)* *Annual salary shown above is based on working 2080 hours per year.
ADDITIONAL PAY (UPON ASSIGNMENT AND ELIGIBILITY):
Overtime - Paid at time and one-half (1-1/2).
Bilingual Pay - $50 per month.
POST Certificate and Education Incentive Pay - 5% - 10%
Canine Handler - 3/4 of an hour pay X 7 days a week.
Corporal Pay - 5%
Field Training Officer (FTO) - 5%
Longevity Pay- beginning at 8 years of service 2.5%; 10 years of service 5%; 12 years of service 7.5%
Medical-in-lieu - Employees who waive medical coverage shall receive $200 per month for employee only, $350 per month for employee plus one, and $500 per month for family.
BENEFITS:
Tuition Reimbursement - up to $4,000 per fiscal year.
Holiday Pay - 14 holidays (shift personnel holiday in lieu pay equal to 9.33 hours of pay each month).
Vacation Leave - 80 hours per year; after 4 years- 120 hours
Sick Leave - 96 hours per year.
Heath Insurance - City pays a generous portion of the CalPERS medical premium (10 options), City pays 100% for dental and vision premiums.
Life Insurance - City paid $50,000 policy and $1,500 policy for dependents.
Health Reimbursement Arrangement (HRA) - City contributes $50 per month.
Long Term Disability - City paid policy-benefit is up to 60% of base salary.
EAP - Confidential employee assistance plan.
Wellness Program - Access to peer support, newly updated gym, and on-duty work out time.
Uniforms - All Uniform, equipment and dry cleaning fees are paid for by the department.
Public Safety Family Counseling - For Police Department personnel.
GPOA/REPRESENTED POSITION
FLSA STATUS: Non-Exempt/Hourly
This is an entry-level, non-sworn position in the Police Department. Incumbents are assigned to or are currently attending a P.O.S.T. Basic Academy and must satisfactorily pass all of the requirements that lead to the possession of the P.O.S.T. Basic Certificate in addition to passing all phases of the background process. An assignment to this classification is temporary and the incumbent is considered "at-will". Appointment to a sworn Police Officer position is contingent upon successful completion of the academy and background process then followed by final review by the Police Chief.
Under direction of a Police Sergeant or Field Training Officer, the Police Officer Recruit attends a designated California Commission on Peace Officer Standards and Training (P.O.S.T.) approved police academy to learn, train and successfully perform all activities related to the knowledge, skills and abilities required to perform in the capacity of a sworn City of Galt Police Officer and performs related work as required.
Example of Duties
Attend and successfully complete the P.O.S.T. Basic Academy approved by the City of Galt.
Successfully learn, both academic and physical (defensive tactics, firearm, driving, etc.) requirements of the position.
Attend any other related training.
Control traffic flow and enforces state laws and local municipal codes violations and traffic regulations.
Perform investigative work.
Participate in and provide support and assistance to special crime prevention and enforcement programs.
Typical Qualifications
Any combination of experience and training that would provide the required knowledge and abilities is qualifying. A typical way to obtain the required knowledge and abilities would be:
Education:Equivalent to graduation from high school. Must provide verification of POST PELLETB t-score of 42 or above when at time of application.
License:Must possess a valid California class C driver's license and have a satisfactory driving record.
Additional Requirements: Must be 21 years of age by time of appointment to sworn police officer position. Must be a citizen of the United States or a permanent resident alien who is eligible for and has applied for citizenship prior to applying for the position of Police Officer Recruit. Must successfully complete a background investigation, which shall include polygraph and psychological exams and a fingerprint clearance. Must be able to pass a physical examination, which includes a drug screen, administered by a City appointed physician.
Supplemental Information
Working Conditions: Must be willing to work evening, night, weekend and holiday shifts, pass a detailed background investigation and work with exposure to difficult circumstances, including exposure to hazardous materials and all weather conditions.
Physical Demands: Must maintain P.O.S.T. physical standards, including mobility and physical strength and stamina to respond to emergency situations and apprehend suspects, lift and move individuals or objects weighing to 100 pounds; ability to work in a standard office setting and to operate a motor vehicle; vision to maintain firearms qualification, to read printed materials and a computer screen, discern colors and work in a night setting; and hearing and speech to communicate before groups, in person and over the telephone and radio.
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