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Position Number: 6323646
Location: East Palo Alto, CA
Position Type: Campus Safety and Police

BE A PART OF SERVING OUR COMMUNITY

The City of East Palo Alto is now seeking a

POLICE SERGEANT

Salary: $130,079 - $174,318 Annually $10,839 - $14,526 Monthly

Plus a Great Benefits Package

OPEN UNTIL FILLED

The first review of applications will be on Thursday, July 3, 2025

Join our team today! The City of East Palo Alto is currently seeking a professional, accountable, and welcoming Police Sergeant. The Police Sergeant's duties are to organize and direct law enforcement activities during an assigned shift, including patrol functions, traffic regulation, and the enforcement of federal, state, and local laws, regulatory codes, and ordinances. The position coordinates, supervises, and participates in the response to and the investigation of crimes, accidents, emergency situations, and other disturbances and requests for assistance. The Police Sergeant reviews, evaluates, and approves cases and arrests; trains and evaluates the performance of assigned personnel; and performs related duties, as assigned.

This is an open, competitive/ promotional recruitment, meaning that it is open to qualified permanent employees and any other applicants who meet the minimum qualifications. Two employment lists will be created, one for internal promotion purposes and an open list of all other non-current EPA employees.

IDEAL CANDIDATE: The ideal candidate will:

· An inclusive leader, embracing diversity and the differences among us, empowering and developing staff, and requiring accountability.

· Exercise sound independent judgment, discretion, impartiality, and professionalism.

· Possesses a genuine passion for the East Palo Alto community and demonstrates unwavering dedication to fostering meaningful relationships with its members.

· Be adaptable and able to work under stressful or difficult conditions.

· Be comfortable working in inclement weather conditions at all hours of the day and night, including on weekends and holidays.

· Skilled at interpersonal relations with excellent ability to listen and understand, diffuse situations, and build relationships.

· Bilingual proficiency is highly desirable.

QUALIFICATIONS: Any combination of training and experience that would provide the required knowledge, skills, and abilities is qualifying. A typical way to obtain the required qualifications would be:

Education: Equivalent to a high school diploma or General Education Diploma (GED).

Experience: Five (5) years of work experience as a sworn Police Officer. Bilingual proficiency is desired.

License and Certifications:

· Possession of, or ability to obtain, a valid California Driver's License by time of appointment and a satisfactory driving record.

· Possession of a valid Police Officer Standards and Training (P.O.S.T.) An intermediate or Advanced Certificate is required within six (6) months of appointment.

ABOUT THE DEPARTMENT: The City of East Palo Alto Police Departmenthas built a strong partnership between the community and the department to help enhance public safety and improve the quality of life for the people who live and work in the City of East Palo Alto. The Police Department's goals are to focus on crime suppression and analysis, problem solving, building community relationships, and creating effective crime prevention strategies. The philosophy is that the more the department is informed and openly available about public safety issues, the better we can work together toward safer, more secure, and healthier neighborhoods.

SELECTION PROCESS: It is important to complete all required application materials. Applications will be reviewed in detail to identify the most qualified candidates to move forward to the next phase in the recruitment process. The most qualified will be invited to a practical exercise that may include, but is not limited to, a written/multiple-choice exam. Those who successfully pass the exam will then advance to an oral panel interview. Those who pass the oral panel interview will then move forward to the final selection interview with the Chief of Police.

Successful candidates will be required to undergo a standard Police background investigation, including, polygraph exam, psychological evaluation, and complete physical exam with drug screening.

BENEFITS:

The City of East Palo Alto offers an excellent comprehensive benefits package that includes:

Union Membership: This position is non-exempt and subject to the overtime rules of the Federal Labor Standards Board and is part of the Police Officer Association Union group (POA).

Health Benefits: For medical coverage, the City contracts with Sutter Health and Kaiser Permanente. The city pays 100% employee only Kaiser Coverage and 80% Dependent Coverage up to the Kaiser Coverage Plan.

Dental insurance is through Delta Dental. The City pays up to the employee only.

Life Insurance: The City pays for coverage of $50,000.

Vision: Supplemental Insurance with VSP(employee paid)

Flexible Spending Plan: Voluntary pretax employee contributions up to $2,650 for health care expenses and up to $5,000 for dependent care expenses per year.

Retirement: CalPERS Classic Members - 3% @ 55 formula Employee pays 9% employee contribution.

CalPERS New Members - 2.7% @ 57 formula Employee pays 13.75% employee contribution.

* Three (3) year average final compensation

Sick Leave: 3.7 hours biweekly

Vacation: Accrual ranges from 80 - 200 Hours per year based on years of continuous service with the City

Holidays: 13 Accrued Holidays per year

Premium Pay:

Additional 2.5% Longevity compensation at 10 years of continuous service

Additional 5% Intermediate POST Certification

Additional 2.5% Advanced POST Certification

Additional 5% Special Assignment

Bilingual Pay: $57.70 on a bi-weekly basis. English/Spanish for qualifying individuals and positions after passing bilingual test.

Uniform Allowance: $100 per month

Tuition reimbursement: $400 per year

Deferred Compensation Plan: The City offers an optional 457 Plan through Mission Square.

Employee Assistance Program: The City of East Palo Alto offers an employee assistance program for employees and dependents that provides counseling and other services for dealing with life's challenges at no cost to the employee.

Schedule: 12-Hour Shifts Schedule (Patrol)

APPLICATION PROCESS: To be considered for this exciting opportunity, candidates should apply through CalOpps.org. https://www.calopps.org/city-of-east-palo-alto. Complete an online application and the required supplemental questionnaire.All materials must be included to be considered as a candidate.

This position is OPEN UNTIL FILLED. The first review of applications will be on Thursday, July 3, 2025. Apply early for first consideration.

Candidates with a disability who may require special assistance in any phase of the recruitment process or additional inquiries about the position should advise Human Resources at hr@cityofepa.org or (650) 853-3116. The City of East Palo Alto is not responsible for the failure of internet forms or email in submitting your application.

THE CITY OF EAST PALO ALTO

IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

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