The part-time Reserve Police Officer is the working level class which performs law enforcement duties and tasks related to the protection of public health, safety, and welfare, and the enforcement of applicable federal, state, and local laws; provides traffic enforcement and control; carries out special assignments in a particular phase of police work or administration; performs other related duties as required. A Reserve Police Officer receives general supervision from a Police Sergeant or higher ranking officer, depending upon assignment.

Patrols assigned areas by car, bicycle, or on foot; performs crime suppression and prevention activities; answers special calls; conducts initial and follow-up investigations; interviews victims, complainants and witnesses; answers complaints, including domestic disturbances, health code, and local ordinance violations; performs surveillance activities; conducts chemical, drug, and alcohol testing; investigates suspicious circumstances.

• Enforces traffic laws; controls and directs traffic when necessary; performs crowd control; operates handheld and stationary radar devices; assists in crime prevention activities and the control of juvenile delinquency; serves search warrants and subpoenas; administers CPR and first aid in cases of emergency; issues citations and makes arrests; transports, books, and secures, directly or indirectly, the care and custody of detained persons.
• Coordinates and conducts complete and detailed investigation of crimes against persons and property or coordinates these activities with a Police Detective; collects, preserves, maintains, and processes evidence; takes written statements; prepares required reports and maintains investigative records; serves warrants and subpoenas; testifies in court in connection with prosecution of offenders; contacts and cooperates with other law enforcement agencies as warranted.
• Conducts property and building checks for burglary and other criminal activity; responds to questions, concerns, and requests for service from the general public; provides information as appropriate and resolves complaints.
• Responds to and resolves animal control issues.
• Establishes and maintains positive working relationships with representatives of community organizations, state/local agencies and associations, City management and staff, and the public.

Education and/or Experience:

Any combination of education and experience that provides the knowledge, skills, and abilities necessary for a Reserve Police Officer. Typically, a Reserve Police Officer would possess a high school diploma or equivalent and must be at least 18 years of age at time of appointment as a Reserve Police Officer. Must meet and be able to maintain all hiring and psychological requirements of California Peace Officers Standards and Training (P.O.S.T.). Prior experience in law enforcement and an Associate's Degree are highly desirable.

License/Certificate:

• Possession of a certificate of completion of a Basic Police Academy certified by California Peace Officers Standards and Training (P.O.S.T.) is required prior to appointment as a part-time Reserve Level I Police Officer.
• Possession of, or ability to obtain, a valid Class C California driver's license is required prior to appointment.
• Bilingual abilities are highly desirable but not required.

Knowledge of:

• Operations and standard operating procedures of a Police Department;
• Principles of crime prevention and suppression;
• Modern law enforcement methods and procedures, including patrol, crime prevention, traffic control, and investigation;
• Applicable federal, state and local laws, codes, and regulations, including the California Penal Code, Government Code, Vehicle Code, and other related regulations and court decisions;
• Technical aspects of law enforcement activities, including juvenile programs, record keeping, automated records systems, search and seizure, code violations, and care and custody of persons and property;
• Care, maintenance and operation of a variety of law enforcement radio and personal equipment;
• Methods and techniques of scheduling work assignments;
• Police officer procedures, practices, and equipment;
• Basic principles of law enforcement information systems, including a computer and applicable software;
• Methods and techniques for record keeping and report preparation and writing;
• Proper English, spelling, and grammar;
• Occupational hazards and standard safety practices.

• Gather, analyze, and evaluate facts and evidence and reach sound conclusions;
• Work under pressure, analyze information, and act quickly and calmly in emergency and non-emergency situations;
• Observe and accurately remember names, faces, numbers, incidents, and places;
• Function with a significant degree of independence;
• Interpret, explain, and apply applicable laws, codes, and regulations;
• Elicit information from upset and irate people;
• Follow written and oral directions;
• Administer first aid;
• Observe safety principles and work in a safe manner;
• Communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing;
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships.

• Safely and effectively operate a variety of law enforcement equipment, firearms, and a police vehicle in emergency situations;
• Operate an office computer and a variety of word processing and software applications.