Definition Currently there is one full-time vacancy at the Police Department . This position will remain open until June 27, 2024 OR until 200 applications are received - which ever occurs first .Please apply immediately as this recruitment may close at any time. You will not be able to submit an application for this position once the recruitment closes. CANDIDATE ORIENTATION INFORMATION Please click the above link for more detailed information about the recruiting process.
SELECTION COMPONENTS: - Application Evaluation - The most qualified applicants will be invited to an online exam.
- Online Exam - Pass/Fail -Tentatively scheduled for the week of July 8, 2024 . Top scoring applications who pass the online exam will be invited to a virtual interview.
- Virtual Interview - 100% of Overall Score - Tentatively scheduled for July 25, 2024. Successful candidates will be placed on an eligibility list and may be invited to begin the background process.
- Physical Agility Test (PAT) - Pass/Fail - Date to be announced.
The candidate selected for the position will undergo a thorough background investigation including a polygraph examination. Once a conditional job offer has been made, the candidate will undergo comprehensive medical and psychological examinations, including a urine drug screen, by City Medical Examiners. The Chief of Police will make the final hiring decision.
SCHEDULE: Custody Officers work 12-hour shifts.
RETIREMENT: The City offers an excellent benefit package and membership in the California Public Employees' Retirement System (CalPERS). The retirement formula is based on appointment date and membership status with CalPERS and the employee is required to contribute 13% of pay towards their retirement benefit.
Essential DutiesPlease see online job specification for a more detailed description of the specific job duties.
QualificationsPlease see online job specification for a more detailed description of the specific qualifications.
Experience & Education and License/CertificateA combination of experience and education that would likely provide the required knowledge and abilities to qualify. A typical way to obtain the knowledge and abilities would be:
Experience: One year of experience requiring constant and responsible public contact, preferably in a law enforcement or correctional facility setting.
Education: Equivalent to completion of the twelfth grade. College level coursework in criminal justice or related field is highly desirable.
License(s): Due to the performance of some field duties, which require the operation of a personal or City vehicle, a valid and appropriate California driver's license and an acceptable driving record are required.
Certificate(s): Completion of or ability to complete within 90 days of hire, P.C. 832 Powers of Arrest course.
Completion of BSCC Standards and Training for Corrections Core course (Jailer Academy) within 12 months of hire.
Please Note: Candidates deemed most qualified, as reflected in their application materials, will be invited to continue in the recruitment process. The prospective candidate must successfully complete a thorough background review, including being fingerprinted by the Newport Beach Police Department. The resulting report of your conviction history, (if any), will be evaluated along with the other information received in connection with your application. Except as otherwise required by law, a criminal conviction will not necessarily disqualify you from the position. The nature, date, surrounding circumstances, and the relevance of the offense to the position applied for may, however, be considered.
Disaster Service Worker: In accordance with Government Code Section 3100, City of Newport Beach Employees, in the event of a disaster, are considered disaster service workers and may be asked to respond accordingly.
Closing Date/Time: 6/27/2024 12:00 AM Pacific
