THE CITY
Culver City is a Charter City incorporated in 1917, and is a destination filled with outdoor cafes, unique shops and galleries opening onto pedestrian-friendly boulevards. Culver City has a dedicated staff of approximately 800+ employees with an overall operating budget of over $325 million. The City provides a full range of municipal services including Fire, Police, Community Development, Public Works, Parks, Recreation, and Community Services, and Transportation.
THE DEPARTMENT:
The Police Department has a complement of just over 100 sworn and 48 civilian personnel serving a residential population of 40,000 and an estimated daily commercial population of over 200,000
THE POSITION
POLICE OFFICER LATERAL THE CULVER CITY POLICE DEPARTMENT IS NOW OFFERING A $5,000 BONUS INCENTIVE TO BE AWARDED UPON SUCCESSFUL COMPLETION OF PROBATION. The City of Culver City is seeking qualified women and men who are presently peace officers or have been employed as peace officers within the last twelve (12) months. The City provides an ideal opportunity for career officers.
Performs general law enforcement including criminal investigation and crime prevention duties, patrolling the City on foot or by vehicle, serving as station officer and performing other related duties. Possible assignments include: Motors, K-9, Crime-impact teams, Field Training Officer, Detectives, School Resource Officer, and Bicycle patrol.
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS - High School graduation or equivalent.
- Must be a citizen of the United States or a permanent resident alien who is eligible for and has applied for citizenship.
- Possession of a valid California Class "C" driver license is required at time of appointment (hire).
- Graduation from a California Police Academy recognized by POST.
- Possession of basic POST Certificate (Copy of POST Certificate should be submitted with the application).
- Must have been employed as a full-time sworn peace officer within twelve (12) months prior to application filing deadline date.
- A felony conviction is disqualifying.
***The City offers a competitive salary and benefits package*** A top step police officer in possession of an Advanced POST Certificate can earn up to $134,735.88. Please click on the 'Benefits' tab to view additional information regarding Compensation, Benefits and Assignments.
A one-time $5,000 bonus incentive will be awarded upon successful completion of probation. EXAMINATION PROCEDURES
Applicants must receive a passing score on all examination components to be placed on the eligible list.
Examination Components - Physical Agility (Qualifying): Timed event measuring ability to perform the physical activities required of a Police Officer (Tentatively scheduled for the week of May 20, 2024).
- Oral Appraisal Interview (Weighted at 100%): To evaluate training, experience and personal qualifications (Tentatively scheduled for the week of June 17, 2024).
- Polygraph, Background Investigation (Qualifying): To determine suitability for the position of peace officer.
- Psychological Screening & Medical Examination (Qualifying): Standard medical exam with a vision requirement of 20/100 or better without correction and 20/20 or better with correction - each eye.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
The provisions of this job posting do not constitute a contract, express or implied, and any provisions in this posting may be modified or revoked without notice. Continuation in the examination process and subsequent placement on the eligible list of a person convicted of a crime depends upon the nature of the conviction and the conduct of the applicant subsequent to the offense. Convictions will be evaluated on a job-related basis and will not automatically disqualify someone from further consideration.
Equal Opportunity EmployerThe City of Culver City is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against employees or applicants on the basis of race, sex, age, disability, veteran status, national origin, religion, political affiliation, or sexual orientation/identification.
Conditions of Employment: - Background/ Reference Check: Upon a conditional job offer, a live scan finger printing must be completed with acceptable results. Your fingerprints will be sent to the California Department of Justice (DOJ) and the Federal Bureau of Investigations (FBI). Having a conviction history does not automatically preclude you from a job with the City. If you are selected as a finalist, you will be contacted to schedule a fingerprinting appointment. Upon hire, employee is subject to further reporting from DOJ via subsequent arrest notification.
- Pre-placement medical evaluation including drug screen (select positions).
- E-Verify: Proof of U.S. citizenship, alien residency or authorization to work in the U.S. will be required at time of appointment.
The City of Culver City intends to provide reasonable accommodations in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990. If a special accommodation is desired, please contact the Human Resources Department three (3) business days prior to the test at (310) 253-5640. The City of Culver City offers a comprehensive benefit package including vacation, holiday, and sick leave as well as medical, dental, and vision.
Compensation: Base Pay $83,157.88-$108,721.60 (Top Step) Annually*A top step police officer in possession of an Advanced Post Certificate can earn $133,183.96. This does not include the Special Assignment Pay, Uniform Allowance and Wellness benefit.
·POST CERTIFICATION: 14.5% for Intermediate Post and 17.5% for Advanced Post;
·LONGEVITY PAY: (Annually) $7,000 at 10 years, $10,000 at 15 years, $17,000 at 20 years and $19,000 at 25 years;
·BILINGUAL PAY: 5% above base hourly rate PLUS POST certificate pay;
·SPECIAL ASSIGNMENT PAY: (All members receive) 8% above base hourly rate PLUS POST certificate pay;
·FIELD TRAINING OFFICER PAY: 8% above base hourly rate PLUS POST certificate
pay;
·RANGEMASTER PAY: 7% above base hourly rate PLUS POST certificate pay;
·Uniform Allowance: $1,600 annually
·Wellness Benefit: $450 annually
·RETIREMENT: Membership in CalPERS (Public Employees Retirement System)
retirement plan -3% at 55 for "Classic" members or 2.7% at 57 for "new" PERS
members. (May be eligible to purchase up to 4 years military credit);
·DEFERRED COMPENSATION: Employees may voluntarily contribute to a city
sponsored deferred compensation plan;
·HEALTH BENEFITS: A choice of health (CalPERS medical plans), dental, vision, and
life insurance plans for employees and eligible dependents;
·LEAVE BENEFITS: Includes holiday, in-lieu time, sick and vacation pay;
·112 hours In-Lieu Holiday Pay (annually);
·Comp Time Bank: Up to 300 hours;
·LIFE INSURANCE: $50,000 term life policy with an AD&D feature
·"3/12.5" Work Schedule for Patrol
???????· Educational Pay: Associates $1,200 annually; Bachelors $2,400 annually; Masters $4,800 annually
·College Tuition Reimbursement
** Once a Police Recruit completes a California POST Academy, he or she will receive $225.00 upon appointment to sworn Police Officer.
The Department provides Police Officers with the opportunity to develop/improve their skills in law enforcement by rotating them through various assignments and task forces throughout their career in Culver City. Examples include the following:
·Patrol (3/12 Work Schedule)
·Motor Officer
·Field Training Officer
·K-9 Handler
·Crime Impact Team
·Detectives
·Special Enforcement Team
·School Resource Officer
·Range Staff
·Force Training Staff
·Academy Instructor
·Task Forces
Closing Date/Time: 5/1/2024 5:00 PM Pacific
