DEFINITION
Under supervision of and reports directly to the college district police sergeant, and the chief of police the college district police officer performs law enforcement and crime prevention work; controls traffic flow and enforces state and local traffic regulations; and performs other work as required. Police officers must work independently as well as collaboratively, carrying out instructions and self-initiating activity in a manner consistent with law, regulations, department policies, college policies, and standard procedures. The department operates using the Community Oriented Policing philosophy; values and promotes the mission and vision of the college.
CLASS CHARACTERISTICS
This is a classified position, under minimal supervision, performs routine patrol duties on or about college district properties and for extended campus sites. The incumbent will perform crime prevention, crime suppression, community outreach, and problem-solving activities under the umbrella of a community-oriented policing philosophy. Incumbents conduct crime and collision investigations, prepare miscellaneous public safety reports, conduct facility safety inspections, and administer emergency/disaster response and first aid. The incumbent will act as a liaison with local police agencies.
Education:
The equivalent or a high school diploma /GED. Education in administration of Justice of related field and experience in an educational setting is preferred.
License and Certificates Required:
Certificate of completion from a CA Peace Officers Standards & Training (P.O.S.T) Certified Basic Law Enforcement Academy at time of appointment. If P.O.S.T. certified from out-of-state, the incumbent must complete a CA P.O.S.T. Basic Course Waiver (BSU) process. Incumbent with expired CA P.O.S.T. certification must be in possession of a "Recertification Certificate" at time of appointment. CA P.O.S.T. decertification will result in ineligibility for employment as a peace officer. Valid and appropriate California driver's license and ability to qualify for and maintain district vehicle insurance coverage; Valid First Aid/CPR certificate. The incumbent shall successfully complete an extensive CA P.O.S.T. background investigation including a psychological examination and a medical examination prior to employment; investigation may include a polygraph and/or physical agility test.
WORK SCHEDULE:
The desired start date is June 2024. This a full-time, 37 hours per week, 12-month classified position.
Hours for this position are:
Monday-Friday, Nightshift 3:45pm-midnight or dayshift (7:30 am-3:45 pm).
*Quarterly Shift rotations with shift differential will occur.
*Shifts may vary between Santa Maria and Lompoc Campus
A five percent (5%) shift differential shall be paid for all hours worked provided the shift includes four (4) hours between 6:00 p.m. and 6:00 a.m.
To be considered for this position, the candidate must submit the following application materials through our website://www.hancockcollege.edu/hr/:
A current and complete resume/CV of education and professional experience.
All P.O.S.T certifications.
Allan Hancock College provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.
Hancock College will not sponsor any visa applications.