SEWER PLANT SUPERVISOR
CITY OF WILLITS
JOB DESCRIPTION
JOB TITLE: SEWER PLANT SUPERVISOR
REPORTS TO: CITY ENGINEER
POSITION SUMMARY:
Under direction of City Engineer, plans, supervises and participates in the operation, maintenance, modification and improvement of the City=s wastewater treatment plant, facilities and equipment; provides technical support to City staff and contractor relative to wastewater treatment activities; and treatment programs directed at meeting current and future City needs and services.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
Ability to lift items of up to 75 pounds to level of waist, small motor skills; sense of touch, smell; giving and receiving oral instructions; walking on hard and uneven surfaces; working on ladders and scaffolding; climbing, crawling, bending, squatting and kneeling; reading instructions and writing information on reports.
TYPICAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
? As directed, plans, supervises and participates in the operation and maintenance of the wastewater treatment plant, facilities, and equipment.
? Establishes work schedules and assures the proper assignment of treatment plant personnel.
? Assists in recommending the selection of employees; trains, develops, and evaluates the work of treatment plant employees.
? Supervises wastewater plant operations including the proper adjustment of plant processes.
? Directs sampling operations and chemical analysis to assure proper balance of treatment steps and meeting of effluent requirements.
? Assists the City Engineer in the recommendations for improvement and construction of treatment facilities; prepares specifications, reviews plans and blueprints, and inspects project work to assure conformance with specifications.
? Confers with other City personnel and engineering specialists regarding the effectiveness of plant and facilities operations.
? Insures an adequate inventory of supplies, parts and equipment for plant and laboratory operations; researches types and sources of equipment and prepares justifications for major purchases.
? Prepares a variety of activity and operational reports required by other government agencies; assures compliance with reporting requirements of regulatory agencies.
? Maintains files and records of plant operations.
? Develops and implements new programs designed to enhance plant operations and to meet regulatory demands.
? Explains City treatment plant facilities and practices to interested persons.
? Assists the City Engineer in preparing the wastewater annual budget by collecting financial data, forecasting improvement and maintenance expenditures and determining needs for work to be performed under contract.
? As directed, conducts an ongoing safety and injury prevention program.
? Performs other related duties as required.
MATERIALS, EQUIPMENT AND TOOLS:
Electrical testing equipment, hand and power tools such as; grinders, torches, hammers, pneumatic chipping tools, laboratory meters and equipment, shovels, rakes, wrenches, personnel hoist, adding machine, chain saw, calculator, electric meters, backhoe, loader, motor vehicles, face shields, gloves, goggles, computer terminal and keyboard, programs: spreadsheet, database, Microsoft professional office series.
SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:
? Possession of Grade III Wastewater Treatment Plant Operator=s Certification issued by the California State Water Resources Control Board.
? Possession of a valid Class C or higher California driver=s license.
DESIRABLE SKILL, KNOWLEDGE AND ABILITIES:
Knowledge of:
? Principles and practices of wastewater treatment plant operations.
? Operating principles of valves, pumps, motors, and a wide variety of electronic and computerized control systems.
? Principles and methods of bacteriological and chemical wastewater analysis.
? Applied chemistry and mathematics as used in the analysis of wastewater sampling.
? Effects and problems of industrial waste in wastewater treatment processes.
? Principles of supervision, training, and employee development.
? Principles of budget preparation and expenditure control.
? Safe work practices.
Ability to:
? As directed, supervise the operation, repair, maintenance, and improvement of treatment plant facilities.
? Establish and maintain effective sampling procedures of plant operations and effluent.
? Supervise the proper chemical and bacteriological testing procedures and operations of a treatment plant laboratory.
? Diagnose operating problems and direct effective correction procedures.
? Read and interpret construction plans and specifications.
? Prepare required reports and maintain complete record keeping procedures..
? Supervise, train and evaluate employees.
? Work cooperatively with others.
? Communicate clearly and concisely orally and in writing.
? Deal effectively and courteously with the public, contractors, vendors, and representatives of regulatory agencies.
DESIRABLE EXPERIENCE/EDUCATION:
Any combination of training and experience which would likely provide the required knowledge and abilities is qualifying. A typical way to obtain these knowledges and abilities would be three or more years experience as a certificated Grade II treatment plant operator including two years of increasingly responsible supervisory experience in the operation and maintenance of a wastewater system.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
Constant exposure to sun, working in low temperatures and high humidity environment, exposure to loud noise and vibration, walking on slippery and hard surfaces, exposure to airborne dust, bending, kneeling, squatting; frequent walking on uneven surfaces, uses senses of vision, hearing and smell to diagnose problems, work on ladders and structures up to 40 feet in height, work in confined space or cramped body position; lifting of items weighing up to 75 pounds.
ENGINEERING TECHNICAL WRITER
CITY OF WILLITS
JOB DESCRIPTION
JOB TITLE: Engineering TechniciaL WRITER
REPORTS TO: CITY ENGINEER/SEWER DIRECTOR
position summary:
This is an entry level class in the Civil Engineering Technician series and will be provided training under the direction of the City Engineer/Engineer. Under general supervision, performs a wide variety of paraprofessional and technical work in collecting, analyzing, and presenting information relative to civil engineering functions and activities; prepares engineering feasibility reports, planning and procedural manuals for various city departments; assists with the development of guidelines, policies, ordinances and procedures pertaining to engineering and public works; provides information regarding City Standards and associated development fees to the public; provides liaison with consultants, developers and staff of other agencies; operates computer-aided design to update and create drawings detailing streets, utilities and planning information; assists with various survey related functions; assists with project management for capital projects, including preparation of plans, specifications and cost estimates. One of the primary duties of this position will be to assist the City in the development and implementation of the Sewer System Management Plan for the Sewer Department.
This position provides experience for development into an Engineering Technician II/III position.
essential functions:
Use of hands for typing; reading and writing; giving and receiving oral instructions; oral communication with public; visual observation at meetings; ability to work long hours occasionally; driving motor vehicle.
typical duties and responsibilities:
Assist in the development and implementation of the Sewer System Management Plan for the Sewer Department. Upon development of the plan, assist in providing required reports to State Agencies, perform work tasks specified within the plan, as well as provide assistance in the development of an asset management plan to enhance the department’s abilities to implement this task.
Assembles information and writes engineering feasibility reports and implementation plans.
Creates and modifies maps and engineering drawings for streets, utility placement, right of ways and other infrastructure using an AutoCAD system.
Perform engineering hydraulic calculations for the estimation of wastewater flow rates within the collection system.
Prepares report plates and presentation exhibits using Microsoft Power Point software.
Assist in the development of ordinances for the control of wastewater collection.
Performs data collection in the field.
Assists in preparing construction specification documents.
Provides assistance to the public by providing information related to engineering and public works issues.
Assists and integrates work with other City Departments that require engineering or mapping information.
Design/Construction: Prepare engineering contracts.
Survey: Acts as a chain-, rod-, or instrument-person; assist in providing field and record information to be used in production of engineering drawings; perform and verify preliminary, construction, boundary, and control surveys; perform construction staking.
Permits: Processes permit applications and issue permits; determine and collect fees.
Answers questions and provide information to the public concerning engineering activities.
Duties may include those of an Office Assistant I, II, or III.
Perform other related duties as assigned.
materials, equipment and tools:
Computer terminal, keyboard, adding machine, telephone, copier, FAX machine, printer, vehicle, and survey equipment including: semi-total station and level.
skills, knowledge AND abilities:
Knowledge of:
Fundamentals of civil engineering.
Nomenclature, symbols, methods, practices, techniques and instruments used in engineering and mapping.
Surveying equipment, principles, problems, techniques and practices.
Mathematics, including algebra, geometry and trigonometry.
Construction equipment, materials and methods.
Methods and equipment used in the testing of construction materials.
Ability to:
Prepare plans and documents under the direction of the City Engineer.
Gather data and make accurate engineering computations.
Prepare plans and specifications neatly and accurately.
Prepare and maintain accurate records and reports.
Understand, interpret and prepare legal property descriptions, engineering records and maps.
Perform surveying tasks, including carrying instruments and other equipment and materials up to 35 pounds.
Understand and carry out oral and written directions.
Establish and maintain cooperative relationships with those contacted in the course of work.
Train assigned staff.
Work in extreme weather conditions.
Utilize various engineering and word processing related computer software.
Develop operational and construction project budgets.
Interpret, implement, explain, and apply applicable laws, codes, regulations, standards, policies and procedures.
Use computer and a variety of word processing and engineering software programs.
Experience/education:
Any combination equivalent to experience and education that could likely provide the required knowledge and abilities is qualifying. A typical way to obtain the knowledge and abilities would be:
Experience: Sufficient field and/or office paraprofessional experience in the area of civil engineering report writing and drafting experience sufficient to demonstrate possession of the knowledge and abilities listed above for the section where the position is being filled;
Education: Courses in English, mathematics, computer-aided design, report preparation, surveying, and/or other related courses. A certificate of completion from an accredited Civil Engineering Technology or other related technical program may be substituted for a portion of the experience requirement.
NECESSARY special requirements:
Possession of a valid Class C or higher California driver’s license.
physical requirements:
Frequent walking, standing, writing, bending, reaching, sitting in office chair, keyboarding and visual contact with computer terminal; occasional lifting of items weighing less than 35 pounds, reaching and lifting above shoulders, carrying boxes of materials for short distances, driving motor vehicle. Outdoor conditions involve heavy traffic, steep terrain, muddy constructions sites, contact with poison oak and exposure to the elements. Field work frequently is performed outdoors in a variety of weather conditions and involves walking on rough uneven or rocky surfaces.
CHIEF WATER OPERATOR
CITY OF WILLITS
JOB DESCRIPTION
JOB TITLE: CHIEF WATER OPERATOR
REPORTS TO: WATER PLANT SUPERVISOR
POSITION SUMMARY
Assists the Water Plant Supervisor in supervising the operation and maintenance of the water system and Water Department personnel; inspects and performs repair work on water system facilities and equipment; monitors and maintains water sources, storage tanks, keeps various records pertaining to plant operations, dams, reservoirs, and watershed. Assists Water Plant Supervisor in completing all local, State and Federal reports.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
Ability to lift items of up to 75 pounds to level of waist; small motor skills; sense of touch, smell; ability to hear and give oral instructions; walking on hard and uneven surfaces; working on ladders and scaffolding; climbing ladder of up to 48 feet in height; frequent bending, squatting and kneeling; ability to read instructions and write information on reports.
TYPICAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Responsible For:
Monitoring and adjusting the operation of water system pumps, motors and other equipment.
Accurately reading gauges, dials and other instruments that depict and/or record data.
Servicing, maintaining, and repairing a variety of water system equipment, including pumps, valves, motors, filters and meters.
Inspecting water system equipment and facilities to locate needed repairs, and making repairs to various water system equipment as required.
Inspecting and maintaining water and water distribution.
Keeping records and responsible for preparing necessary reports, which includes logs and computer files.
Assisting the Water Plant Supervisor in the training of other water department personnel. Collecting samples and assisting in conducting a variety of chemical and physical tests.
Reviewing Water Department policies and fees with Water Plant Supervisor.
Performing routine maintenance on department vehicles.
Reviewing plans and specifications and making recommendations to Water Plant Supervisor.
Inspecting construction projects.
Overseeing and performing general plant maintenance work.
Scheduling the water meter routes, and inspecting, servicing and replacing meters, fittings and meter boxes.
Operating a front-end loader and other vehicles.
Assisting Water Plant Supervisor in ongoing safety and injury prevention program.
Directing water systems operations.
Preparing performance evaluations of water operators.
Assisting Water Plant Supervisor and Utilities Director in preparing annual Water Department budget.
Assisting Utilities Director in disaster preparedness.
Performing other related duties as assigned.
MATERIALS, EQUIPMENT AND TOOLS
Electrical testing equipment, grinders, torches, hammers, loader, motor vehicles, face shields, gloves, goggles, laboratory meters and equipment, shovels, rakes, wrenches, chain saw, calculator, electric meters.
SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS
Possession of a valid Class C or higher California driver=s license. Persons employed in the
classification will be required to possess a Grade III Water Treatment Operator Certificate issued by the State of California Department of Health Services.
DESIRABLE SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE AND ABILITIES
Knowledge of:
? Principles and practices of water system operations.
? Operating principles of valves, pumps, motors, and various types of electrical and electronic equipment.
? Safe work practices.
? The appropriate use of hand and power tools used in the maintenance and repair of water system.
? Principles of supervision, training and employee development.
Ability to:
? Read and interpret gauges and other recording devices reflecting water system operations.
? Perform various laboratory tests and document the results of same.
? Diagnose operating problems and take effective course of action.
? Operate a front-end loader and backhoe.
? Read water meter routes.
? Inspect, service and replace meters, fittings, and meter boxes.
? Understand and carry out oral and written directions.
? Supervise the operation, repair, maintenance and improvement of water system facilities.
? Work cooperatively with others.
? Keep records and maintain reports.
? Supervise and train others in the procedures of water system operations.
? Assists in the ongoing safety and injury prevention program.
? Work weekends and holidays, and to respond to emergency calls during off-duty hours.
DESIRABLE EXPERIENCE/EDUCATION
Any combination of training and experience which would likely provide the required knowledge, abilities and certification is qualifying.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
Constant exposure to sun, working in low temperatures and high humidity environment, exposure to loud noise and vibration, walking on slippery and hard surfaces, exposure to airborne dust, bending, kneeling, squatting; frequent walking on uneven surfaces, uses sense of vision, hearing and smell to diagnose problems, work on ladders and structures up to 48 feet in height, work in confined space or cramped body position; lifting of items weighing up to 75 pounds.
WATER PLANT SUPERVISOR
CITY OF WILLITS
JOB DESCRIPTION
JOB TITLE: WATER PLANT SUPERVISOR
REPORTS TO: UTILITIES DIRECTOR
POSITION SUMMARY
Responsible for supervising the operation and maintenance of the water system and Water Department personnel; inspects and performs repair work on water system facilities and equipment; monitors and maintains water sources, storage tanks, keeps various records pertaining to plant operations, dams, reservoirs, and watershed. Responsible for completing all local, State and Federal reports.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
Ability to lift items of up to 75 pounds to level of waist; small motor skills; sense of touch, smell; ability to hear and give oral instructions; walking on hard and uneven surfaces; working on ladders and scaffolding; climbing ladder of up to 48 feet in height; frequent bending, squatting and kneeling; ability to read instructions and write information on reports.
TYPICAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Responsible For:
Supervising Water Department personnel.
Monitoring and adjusting the operation of water system pumps, motors and other equipment.
Accurately reading gauges, dials and other instruments that depict and/or record data.
Servicing, maintaining, and repairing a variety of water system equipment, including pumps, valves, motors, filters and meters.
Inspecting water system equipment and facilities to locate needed repairs, and making repairs to various water system equipment as required.
Inspecting and maintaining water and water distribution systems.
Keeping records and responsible for preparing necessary reports, which includes logs and computer files.
Assisting the Chief Water Operator in the training of other water department personnel and maintaining a harmonious work environment.
Collecting samples and assisting in conducting a variety of chemical and physical tests.
Recommending Water Department policies and fees.
Reviewing plans and specifications and making recommendations to TAC Committee.
Assisting the Chief Water Operator in the overview of the water distribution system and work performed by Public Works Department as it relates to the water distribution system.
Overseeing and performing general plant maintenance work.
Scheduling the water meter routes, inspection, and system maintenance.
Assigning shifts, work weeks, holiday coverage, etc.
Providing ongoing safety and injury prevention program.
Directing water systems operations.
Preparing performance evaluations of water operators.
Assisting in the preparation of annual Water Department budget.
Assisting in disaster preparedness.
Performing other related duties as assigned.
MATERIALS, EQUIPMENT AND TOOLS
Electrical testing equipment, grinders, torches, hammers, loader, motor vehicles, face shields, gloves,
goggles, laboratory meters and equipment, shovels, rakes, wrenches, chain saw, and calculator.
SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS
Possession of a valid Class C or higher California driver=s license. Persons employed in the classification will be required to possess a Grade IV Water Treatment Operator Certificate issued by the State of California Department of Health Services. Possession of a valid Grade 2 Water Distribution License issued by the State of California.
DESIRABLE SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE AND ABILITIES
Knowledge of:
Principles and practices of water system treatment and water distribution operations.
Operating principles of valves, pumps, motors, and various types of electrical and electronic equipment.
Safe work practices.
The appropriate use of hand and power tools used in the maintenance and repair of all water system(s).
Principles of supervision, training and employee development.
Ability to:
Read and interpret gauges and other recording devices reflecting water system(s) operations.
Perform various laboratory tests and document the results of same.
Diagnose operating problems and take effective course of action.
Read water meter routes.
Inspect, service and replace meters, fittings, and meter boxes.
Understand and carry out oral and written directions.
Supervise the operation, repair, maintenance and improvement of water system facilities.
Work cooperatively with others.
Keep records and maintain reports.
Supervise and train others in the procedures of water system operations.
Assists in the ongoing safety and injury prevention program.
Operate Windows Based P.C. with knowledge of MSWord, Excel, Outlook, as well as Windows Based Data retrieval.
Work weekends and holidays, and to respond to emergency calls during off-duty hours.
DESIRABLE EXPERIENCE/EDUCATION
Any combination of training and experience that would likely provide the required knowledge, abilities
and certification is qualifying. Grade 3 in Water Treatment License (T3) and Water Distribution System
Grade 2 (D2).
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
Constant exposure to sun, working in low temperatures and high humidity environment, exposure to
loud noise and vibration, walking on slippery and hard surfaces, exposure to airborne dust, bending,
kneeling, squatting; frequent walking on uneven surfaces, uses sense of vision, hearing and smell to
diagnose problems, work on ladders and structures up to 48 feet in height, work in confined space or
cramped body position; lifting of items weighing up to 75 pounds.
INVESTIGATOR/PRISONER TRANSPORT (PART TIME)
CITY OF WILLITS
JOB DESCRIPTION
JOB TITLE: INVESTIGATOR/PRISONER TRANSPORT (PART TIME)
REPORTS TO: CHIEF OF POLICE/POLICE SERGEANT
POSITION SUMMARY:
This position is an at-will position, paid on an hourly basis (no benefits) and is scheduled to work less than 1,000 hours per fiscal year (960 hours per fiscal year if a CalPERS retiree). There are no minimum number of hours guaranteed. This is a sworn position that requires working nights, weekends, and holidays. Subject to callouts.
Under general supervision, perform investigative work in support of the Patrol Division within the Police Department, conduct background investigations for hiring, conduct Internal Affairs investigations, and assist the Chief of Police with miscellaneous administrative duties and to transport arrestees to the county jail or other institutions as necessary.
In addition, on an occasional as needed basis, performs the essential functions of a Willits Police Officer as follows; provide traffic control, assist with crime scene management, serve subpoenas, respond to and take cold crime case reports and non-injury traffic accident reports, assist patrol officers during major incidents/disaster scenes, process and fingerprint prisoners, testify in court.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
? Sit for long periods at a time in assigned vehicle, behind a desk writing reports on computers, interviewing and taking statements from suspects, victims, witnesses, and during stake-outs or surveillance operations. Walk and stand for long periods during foot surveillance, doing surveys as required by Community Oriented Policing concept, during stakeouts and the following of known or suspected criminals or drug activities, during parades or other special events, directing traffic at collision scenes, talking to mentally disoriented persons during hostage or suicide situations, taking reports, and standing at podiums for presentations.
? Normal vision in both eyes for day and night; correctable to 20/20 with glasses or contact lenses; must be 20/40 uncorrected, in case glasses are knocked off during combat with suspect or during other emergency; vision cannot be tunnel or have any obstruction which would not allow for operating a motor vehicle or observation of other activities while patrolling a given area of responsibility; must be able to have good peripheral vision while patrolling and also be able to read penal and other codes and complete citations or other fine print documents; must be able to read license plates or observe criminal activity at a distance; must have normal color vision and be able to distinguish solid colors for descriptive information on vehicles, persons, clothing and other information as required.
? Must have use of both hands and fingers for dexterity in order to complete the following tasks as required: type, write or print, turn pages in books and citations; collect hairs and other fine pieces of evidence at crime scenes; dust and spray for latent prints; turn caps, lids on containers, door knobs and other items to make entry; answer radio communications via radio microphone and depress buttons on shotguns and safety mechanisms on firearms; safely and accurately shoot a firearm; react to combative suspects by pulling, grabbing, struggling, restraining, holding, handcuffing, spraying and other physically demanding hands on training or work related activities.
? Must have good hearing without aid in order to hear suspects, victims, sirens, audio radios, firearms, and other police related activities which would place the officer in danger if not able to hear those sounds; must be able to communicate by hearing a portable radio or in a SWAT operation hear a listening device; must be able to take statements and communicate for investigative purposes at crime scenes and traffic accidents as well as other related police work.
? Must be able to have normal smelling abilities in order to distinguish odors such as chemicals used in the manufacturing of narcotics; marijuana smoke and smell for identification of drug use; alcohol use within vehicle; smoke from fires or other related safety oriented functions within police work.
? Must be able to communicate verbally with victims, witnesses, suspects, responsibles and other persons contacted during a law enforcement duty day. Must be able to take verbal taped statements. Must have command presence when directing people during an emergency. Must be able to verbally warn others including officers of immediate or impending danger.
TYPICAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
? Patrols designated areas of the city on assigned shifts.
? Answers calls for the protection of life and property, and the enforcement of federal, state, county, and city laws, ordinances and codes.
? Stops operators of vehicles who violate the law; warns and advises operators of vehicles against unlawful practices and issues citations when applicable.
? Makes observations of suspicious acts and unsafe conditions and arrests violators of the law.
? Regulates vehicle flow at times of emergency or congestion or during special events.
? Conducts surveys within Beat Health areas and completes Community Oriented Policing assignments as required; works with the community in an effort to resolve and assist with concerns and complaints.
? Gives information and directions to the public.
? Writes and serves search warrants, Ramey warrants, arrest warrants and other warrants as issued by the court; testifies and prepares cases for court adjucation.
? Administers first aid and CPR as required.
? Prepares reports for crimes committed, arrests made, investigations conducted, unusual incidents requiring documentation and other reports as required to complete normal job requirements.
? Receives, searches, books, fingerprints, and transports prisoners.
? Performs foot patrol, security checks of buildings and businesses and other security functions within the city.
? Conducts investigations and processing of evidence at crime and accident scenes; collects and preserves all evidence, property and other related duties as required; completes follow-up investigations of crime reports taken or reported.
? Continually maintains contact with citizens regarding potential law enforcement problems and preserves good relationships with the general public.
? Performs animal regulation tasks as assigned.
? Keeps in good physical condition in order to overcome resistive and combative suspects by using approved use of force guidelines.
? Continually qualifies and trains in the areas of use of force, firearms qualification, defensive tactics, crowd control techniques, baton usage, domestic violence and other required mandatory training.
? Keeps current on all federal, state and local laws and case decisions as well as the City of Willits Police Department Policies and Procedures.
MATERIALS, EQUIPMENT AND TOOLS:
Vehicle as assigned; uniform as specified in General Orders including duty belt, weapon and other equipment as specified in Departmental Policy and General Orders; computers and specified computer software programs; tape recording equipment, video cassette recorders, cameras, microscopes, photo-imaging equipment, latent print equipment, video cameras, and computer generated imaging equipment; Search Warrant Software programming for writing search warrants; emergency lights, siren, shotgun release, microphone, and emergency vehicle; use pepper spray, mace and other chemicals as required to effect arrests or conduct evidentiary examination; use baton, PR-24, stun-gun or other defensive weapons; assigned firearms.
SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:
? Be a citizen of the United States or a permanent resident alien who is eligible for and has applied for citizenship, except as provided in Section 2267 of the Vehicle Code.
? Be at least 21 years of age.
? Be fingerprinted for purposes of search of local, state and national fingerprint files to disclose any criminal record.
? Be of good moral character, as determined by a thorough background investigation.
? Be a high school graduate, pass the General Education Development Test indicating high school graduation level, or have attained a two-year or four-year degree from a college or university accredited by the Western Association of Colleges and Universities; provided that this subdivision shall not apply to any public officer or employee who was employed, prior to the effective date of the amendment of this section made at the 1971 Regular Session of the Legislature if any position declared by law prior to the effective date of such amendment to be peace officer positions.
? Be found to be free from any physical, emotional, or mental condition which might adversely affect the exercise of the powers of a peace officer. Physical condition shall be evaluated by a licensed physician and surgeon. Emotional and mental condition shall be evaluated by a licensed physician and surgeon or by a licensed psychologist who has a doctoral degree in psychology and at least five years of postgraduate experience in the diagnosis and treatment of emotional and mental disorders.
? Excellent physical condition; free from any disqualifying conditions cited in the document “Medical Screening Manual for California Law Enforcement” published by the Commission on Peace Officer Standards and Training.
? Achievement of “acceptable” rating in the City psychological evaluation.
? Vision: Both eyes corrected 20/20 with glasses or contact lenses or 20/40 uncorrected.
? Possession of a valid Class C or higher California Driver’s license; good driving record.
? Possession of an Advanced First Aid certificate, including CPR.
DESIRABLE SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE AND ABILITIES:
? Five years investigative experience in a law enforcement environment.
? Possession of a P.O.S.T. Advanced Certificate.
? Education: 4 year college degree or equivalent.
Knowledge of:
? All laws and case laws affecting the proper usage of those laws as depicted by law enforcement agencies throughout California.
Ability to:
? Read, understand, and know how to research laws through the California Legal Resource book and other sources.
? Write and print legibly so that others can read and understand reports.
? Have good recall ability in order to remember names, numbers, incidents and places and other related law enforcement tasks and case laws.
? Think and act quickly and accurately during emergency situations.
? Carry out oral and written orders and directions.
? Meet physical demands and standards as required by a Police Officer.
? Learn standard broadcasting procedures of a police radio system.
? Use and carry firearms
? Work cooperatively with others.
EXPERIENCE/EDUCATION:
? Two years investigative experience in a law enforcement environment.
? Possession of a P.O.S.T. Intermediate Certificate.
? High School Diploma or equivalent.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
Frequent walking, running, crawling, twisting, bending, grabbing, restraining, wrestling, struggling, climbing, sitting, standing, walking on uneven and slippery surfaces, carrying an 80 pound object or dragging a 150 pound object for 80 feet; occasional squatting for hiding, kneeling, laying in a prone position, jumping; must be flexible, have static-explosive-dynamic-trunk strength in order to overcome combative suspects, good coordination and equilibrium; arm and hand steadiness for shooting firearms and doing articulate evidentiary collection; good hand dexterity and coordination for computer and other related duties; good vision both far and near as well as color; good hearing; good physical conditioning for stamina, mobility and effort utilized in the policing duties