What are the responsibilities and job description for the RESERVE POLICE OFFICER position at City of Cotati?
RESERVE OFFICERS WANTED:
The Cotati Police Department is in need of both experienced and inexperienced reserve Police Officers. Retired California Peace Officers who possess a current P.O.S.T. certificate are paid $35.82 per hour. Entry level reserve Police Officers volunteer their time during Field Officer Training (F.T.O.) and are paid $35.82 once they have successfully completed the F.T.O. program.
DEFINITION:
Under general supervision, a Reserve Police Officer patrols an assigned area for the prevention of crime and the enforcement of law and order; carries out special assignments in the protection of life and property; and does related work as needed.
DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS:
The Reserve Police Officer is typically the entry level class responsible for the performance of assigned law enforcement duties and responsibilities under general supervision. This classification is distinguished from the next higher classification of Police Officer in that the latter is responsible for performing the more complex and difficult tasks.
SUPERVISION RECEIVED/EXERCISED:
Receives general supervision from a Police Officer, Sergeant, or higher ranking position, depending upon assignment.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: (include but are not limited to the following)
- Patrols an assigned area in police vehicle,bicycle or on foot
- Answers calls for protection of life and private property and the enforcement of City, County and State laws
- Conducts preliminary or follow-up investigations of prowlers, burglaries, thefts, robberies, collisions, deaths, and disturbances
- Directs traffic, including regulation of vehicle flow at time of emergency or congestion
- Stops drivers who are operating vehicles in violation of laws and issues citations; issues citations for parking violations
- Collects and preserves evidence
- Testifies in court in connection with criminal prosecution
- Attends fire scenes to assist in the protection of life and property
- Serves warrants and subpoenas
- Prepares reports of arrests made, investigations conducted and unusual incidents observed
- Operates radio equipment
- Assist in booking and caring for prisoners
- Gives information and directions to the public as assigned
- May assist in conducting special studies of traffic or other police problems.
Salary : $36
