Police Officer (Lateral)

Summary

The Position

The East Bay Regional Park District's Police Department serves over 25 million annual visitors. Our area of patrol includes 73 different parks over a 1,750 square mile area covering all of Alameda and Contra Costa counties. We are a full service POST-recognized law enforcement agency with 71 sworn officers. Our department includes a variety of units and patrol opportunities such as Air Support, Marine, Equestrian, K-9, Special Enforcement (including off-road vehicles), Investigations, and a 24-hour per day 9-1-1 Communications Center. Looking to continue your career in an organization that values your work and professional development endeavors? Apply to join the East Bay Regional Park District Police Department today! What You'll Be Doing: Under general supervision, but often operating independently, you'll serve as a peace officer and perform a wide variety of police services and public assistance. You'll also perform related duties in accordance with the Park District's Mission. We're Looking for Someone Who Enjoys public service and appreciates the value of publicly accessible recreation and open space; Is a personable and excellent communicator that understands the importance of community policing in the law enforcement profession

A Few Reasons Why You May Love This Job: Meaningful and valued work connected to our organizational mission; A workplace that encourages professional growth by investing in staff trainings and developmental opportunities; Daily challenges that encourage problem solving and working as part of an excellent team; Great benefits including medical (through CalPERS), dental, tuition reimbursement, and a retirement pension through California Public Employees Retirement System (Classic—3%@55 & PEPRA—2.7%@57); Incentive pays (bilingual pay, POST Certification, and education); Free parking permit for EBRPD parks (for up to 2 privately owned vehicles); Employee discounts for certain EBRPD park amenities (reservations, daily fishing permit, public boat launch).

Our Values: Respect: We honor each other, the park users we serve, and the land we steward. Resilience: We creatively adapt to change. We address challenges with empathy, perspective, and determination. Relationships: Our greatest strength lies in the trust, accountability, and teamwork we cultivate with our colleagues, partners, and the public we serve. Responsiveness: We communicate openly, honestly, and reliably. Transparency: We hold the public's trust through meaningful stakeholder engagement and unfettered access to timely and reliable information on decisions and performance.

Selection Process: The application materials for all applicants meeting the minimum qualifications will be reviewed by a screening panel to select the best qualified for testing. The Recruitment & Training (R&T) Sergeant will reach out to the best qualified candidates to determine further progression in the recruitment process. Possession of minimum qualifications does not guarantee an interview or invitation to test. Pursuant to the Federal Immigration and Reform Act of 1986, all applicants who are hired will be required to provide proof of identity and appropriate work authorization documents prior to commencement of employment. Applicants not selected during this recruitment process may reapply based on position availability and job postings.

Special Testing Arrangements: If you require special arrangements due to a verified disability or medical condition, please contact the Human Resources Department at 510-544-2154.

Job Description

The Position

The East Bay Regional Park District's Police Department serves over 25 million annual visitors. Our area of patrol includes 73 different parks over a 1,750 square mile area covering all of Alameda and Contra Costa counties. We are a full service POST-recognized law enforcement agency with 71 sworn officers. Our department includes a variety of units and patrol opportunities such as Air Support, Marine, Equestrian, K-9, Special Enforcement (including off-road vehicles), Investigations, and a 24-hour per day 9-1-1 Communications Center. Looking to continue your career in an organization that values your work and professional development endeavors? Apply to join the East Bay Regional Park District Police Department today! What You'll Be Doing: Under general supervision, but often operating independently, you'll serve as a peace officer and perform a wide variety of police services and public assistance. You'll also perform related duties in accordance with the Park District's Mission. We're Looking for Someone Who Enjoys public service and appreciates the value of publicly accessible recreation and open space; Is a personable and excellent communicator that understands the importance of community policing in the law enforcement profession

A Few Reasons Why You May Love This Job: Meaningful and valued work connected to our organizational mission; A workplace that encourages professional growth by investing in staff trainings and developmental opportunities; Daily challenges that encourage problem solving and working as part of an excellent team; Great benefits including medical (through CalPERS), dental, tuition reimbursement, and a retirement pension through California Public Employees Retirement System (Classic—3%@55 & PEPRA—2.7%@57); Incentive pays (bilingual pay, POST Certification, and education); Free parking permit for EBRPD parks (for up to 2 privately owned vehicles); Employee discounts for certain EBRPD park amenities (reservations, daily fishing permit, public boat launch).

Our Values: Respect: We honor each other, the park users we serve, and the land we steward. Resilience: We creatively adapt to change. We address challenges with empathy, perspective, and determination. Relationships: Our greatest strength lies in the trust, accountability, and teamwork we cultivate with our colleagues, partners, and the public we serve. Responsiveness: We communicate openly, honestly, and reliably. Transparency: We hold the public's trust through meaningful stakeholder engagement and unfettered access to timely and reliable information on decisions and performance.

Selection Process: The application materials for all applicants meeting the minimum qualifications will be reviewed by a screening panel to select the best qualified for testing. The Recruitment & Training (R&T) Sergeant will reach out to the best qualified candidates to determine further progression in the recruitment process. Possession of minimum qualifications does not guarantee an interview or invitation to test. Pursuant to the Federal Immigration and Reform Act of 1986, all applicants who are hired will be required to provide proof of identity and appropriate work authorization documents prior to commencement of employment. Applicants not selected during this recruitment process may reapply based on position availability and job postings.

Special Testing Arrangements: If you require special arrangements due to a verified disability or medical condition, please contact the Human Resources Department at 510-544-2154.