General Information
| Payroll Title | POLICE OFCR | Title Code | 005323 | Grade/Step | Working Title | Police Officer | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Department Name | Police | Supervisor | John C Freese | Department Head | Michael A Lane |
Special Requirements and Conditions
| Critical Position |
| Valid Driver License |
| Public Driving Record |
| Drug and Alcohol Test |
| Overtime |
| Shift Work |
| Other (provide description - max. 300 characters) |
| Other (description) |
|---|
| The ability to work overtime or irregular hours as needed and to respond to emergencies or major scenes |
Level of Supervision Received
| General Supervision |
Items Used
| Marked and unmarked police vehicles Police radio equipment, computers, presentation equipment, fax machines, scanners, copiers, printers and office machines. Various firearms, less lethal weapons, other expected law enforcement equipment (e.g., handcuffs, etc.) |
Position Purpose
| The primary mission of the University of California Police is the protection of life and property on University property. The primary goal of the department is to accomplish its mission in a manner which enhances and supports the University's ability to deliver quality higher education and research opportunities in a peaceful environment.
To provide guidance for officers tasked with accomplishing the stated mission within department policies and procedures, and as defined within their assigned responsibilities and duties. Individual responsibilities of officers are described in the Universitywide Police Policies and Procedures manual and local UC Riverside Police Policy manual. |
Essential Functions
| Essential Function | % Time |
|---|---|
| Patrol | 60 |
| Officers conduct vehicle, foot and/or bike patrols within a beat encompassing their primary jurisdiction, with emphasis on campus buildings, facilities, grounds, roadways and housing areas.
1. Patrol campus grounds, buildings, and facilities for crimes in progress, evidence of past crimes, hazardous conditions and security deficiencies, investigation and reporting same. 2. Monitor vehicular and pedestrian traffic, and enforce applicable safety laws, rules, regulations by warning and /or citation. 3. Investigate suspicious circumstances, persons, and/or vehicles observed. 4. Deter and detect criminal activity. |
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| Called- For Services | 20 |
| Officers are expected to provide timely and appropriate responses to calls-for-services, which include but are not limited to: Responding to in progress or past crimes, alarms (fire, burglary, robbery, unknown trouble, etc.), providing public services (e.g., crime reports, keeping the peace, traffic accidents, suspicious circumstances etc.), responding to medical aid requests and other reasonable requests for police assistance or assignments as determined by the department. | |
| Investigations | 15 |
| Officers observe or respond to incidents which may lead to criminal or civil investigations. As a result of these investigations, officers:
1. Make arrests when necessary and appropriate. 2. Write reports. 3. Perform crime scene investigations to collect and preserve physical evidence. 4. Testify in court proceedings. 5. Perform other related and appropriate tasks. |
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| Other Assigned Duties | 5 |
| Officers may be assigned to other related duties/tasks, such as: community relations presentations, administrative research projects, short-term special assignments, mutual aid assignments for other law enforcement agencies (UCPD and others etc.)
Patrol officers are also eligible for appointment to special assignments (when and where they are utilized), including: Investigator, Field Training Officer, Crime Prevention Officer, UNET Team, and/or other positions/assignments designated by the Chief of Police. Officers assigned to these "Specialty Assignments" are eligible to receive additional compensation, and their job descriptions will vary with that of a patrol officer. |
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Minimum Requirements
| Minimum Requirement | Display Ranking |
|---|---|
| 1 | |
| U.S. citizenship
21 years of age or older U.S. High school diploma; GED certificate; high school equivalency certificate; or a two (2) year, four (4) year, or advanced degree from an accredited or approved college/university |
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| 2 | |
| Vision no less than 20/100, correctable to at least 20/30 in both eyes; normal color vision (an exception for contact lenses is available)
No hearing impairment |
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| 3 | |
| Ability to successfully complete the minimum POST physical agility requirements | |
| 4 | |
| No felony convictions (pursuant to Government Code 1029) | |
| 5 | |
| Possession of a valid, class "C" California driver's license with a prudent driving record, as evidenced by DMV report | |
| 6 | |
| Successful completion of oral interview(s); extensive background investigation: medical and psychological examinations | |
| 7 | |
| Ability and willingness to work in an environment which demands high police officer integrity and accountability, personal involvement in the community as a problem solving resource and the ability to be a friendly outgoing, caring and approachable person | |
| 8 | |
| Ability and willingness to work rotation shifts with changing days off, in a twenty-four, seven-day operation. Ability to meet the rigorous mental and physical requirements of police work, and work effectively under pressure in potentially hazardous or ambiguous situations | |
| 9 | |
| Ability and willingness to work with allied law enforcement agencies in a task force cooperative Community Policing venture | |
| 10 | |
| Strong oral and written communication skills
Basic computer proficiency |
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Preferred Qualifications
| Preferred Qualification | Display Ranking |
|---|---|
| 1 | |
| Current or recent University of California affiliation as a student or staff member | |
| 2 | |
| Graduation from a POST approved police academy or employment as a peace officer by a law enforcement agency as defined in Penal Code section 803.1 or 803.2 (subsection a-d) within two years of date of appointment | |
| 3 | |
| Knowledge and understanding of current police practices, protocols and procedures | |
| 4 | |
| Knowledge and understanding of the workings of the California criminal justice system | |
| 5 | |
| Knowledge and understanding of local, state and federal laws applicable to the police function generally, and to the University of California police function specifically | |
| Posted Position Purpose |
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| A DETAILED JOB ANNOUNCEMENT MAY BE OBTAINED ON THE FINANCE and BUSINESS OPERATIONS WEBSITE: www.fbo.ucr.edu.
The primary mission of the University of California Police is the protection of life and property on University property. The primary goal of the department is to accomplish its mission in a manner which enhances and supports the University's ability to deliver quality higher education and research opportunities in a peaceful environment.
To provide guidance for officers tasked with accomplishing the stated mission within department policies and procedures, and as defined within their assigned responsibilities and duties.
Individual responsibilities of officers are described in the Universitywide Police Policies and Procedures manual and local UC Riverside Police Policy manual. |
| Posted Minimum Requirements |
| U.S. citizenship
21 years of age or older U.S. High school diploma; GED certificate; high school equivalency certificate; or a two (2) year, four (4) year, or advanced degree from an accredited or approved college/university Vision no less than 20/100, correctable to at least 20/30 in both eyes; normal color vision (an exception for contact lenses is available) No hearing impairment Ability to successfully complete the minimum POST physical agility requirements No felony convictions (pursuant to Government Code 1029) Possession of a valid, class "C" California driver's license with a prudent driving record, as evidenced by DMV report Successful completion of oral interview(s); extensive background investigation: medical and psychological examinations Ability and willingness to work in an environment which demands high police officer integrity and accountability, personal involvement in the community as a problem solving resource and the ability to be a friendly outgoing, caring and approachable person Ability and willingness to work rotation shifts with changing days off, in a twenty-four, seven-day operation. Ability to meet the rigorous mental and physical requirements of police work, and work effectively under pressure in potentially hazardous or ambiguous situations Ability and willingness to work with allied law enforcement agencies in a task force cooperative Community Policing venture Strong oral and written communication skills Basic computer proficiency |
| Posted Preferred Qualifications |
| Current or recent University of California affiliation as a student or staff member
Graduation from a POST approved police academy or employment as a peace officer by a law enforcement agency as defined in Penal Code section 803.1 or 803.2 (subsection a-d) within two years of date of appointment Knowledge and understanding of current police practices, protocols and procedures Knowledge and understanding of the workings of the California criminal justice system Knowledge and understanding of local, state and federal laws applicable to the police function generally, and to the University of California police function specifically |