Reserve Police Officer

Commitment to Diversity:

College of Marin is committed to cultivating a proactively supportive, inclusive, and accountable environment where equity, equity-mindedness, anti-racism, and social justice are valued, centered, and practiced. Our mission is to employ qualified administrators, faculty, and staff who are dedicated to student success and committed to an inclusive, anti-racist campus culture that demonstrates sensitivity to and respect for a diverse population. We serve a county population of approximately 250,000 residents.

Based on Fall 2024 credit enrollment data, the diversity of students at the college includes greater representation than the county with regards to enrollment with Hispanic/Latinx (36% of enrollment), Asian (7%), Black/African American (3%), White (44%), and Multi-racial (7%) students. The high-quality education and training at the College are made possible by our faculty and staff who are committed to excellence. As of Fall 2024, COM's workforce includes Hispanic/Latinx (17%), Asian (7%), Black/African American (5%), White (57%), and Multi-racial (3%) employees.

College of Marin does not discriminate in employment on the basis of, or perception of, race, ethnic group identification, ancestry, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, physical disability, mental disability, gender, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, medical condition, pregnancy, genetic information, family and medical care leave, military or veteran status, or prior record of arrest or conviction, and is subject to Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 as amended, Civil Rights Act of 1991, Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, and Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973. In accordance with Executive order 11246 (as amended), the College of Marin is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Essential Functions

• Administers first aid and/or CPR for the purpose of providing immediate emergency medical care.
• Arrests individuals suspected of engaging in illegal activities for the purpose of apprehending suspects and preventing further illegal activities.
• Assists community law enforcement personnel for the purpose of supporting them in the completion of their work activities on campus.
• Collaborates with other agencies (e.g. law enforcement, community professionals, disaster planners, etc.) for the purpose of communicating and/or receiving information regarding situations that may affect campus safety.
• Communicates district policies and enforcement procedures to students, personnel and visitors for the purpose of ensuring their understanding and the potential consequences of violation.
• Directs emergency operations center (e.g. authorizing emergency vehicle access to campus; securing buildings and/or facilities; notifying community agency personnel, etc.) for the purpose of maintaining campus security.
• Investigates potential campus crimes and/or student related community incidents for the purpose of resolving conflicts and/or referring to outside agency for resolution.
• Patrols campus facilities (e.g. grounds, roads, buildings, adjacent areas, etc.) for the purpose of providing administrative visibility, maintaining security, and deterring crime.
• Prepares documentation (e.g. incident and activity reports, security logs, etc.) for the purpose of providing written support and/or conveying information.
• Responds to emergency situations for the purpose of addressing immediate safety concerns.
• Testifies in court proceedings for the purpose of providing information and documenting of illegal activity.
• Trains new officers, cadets, volunteers, etc. for the purpose of ensuring compliance to applicable district policies, laws and procedures

Other Functions

Assists other personnel as may be required for the purpose of supporting them in the completion of their work activities.

Requirements & Desirables

Requirements

1. Graduation from high school or the equivalent; and
2. Basic P.O.S.T. Certification or the equivalent (Intermediate P.O.S.T. Certification is desirable); and
3. At least one (1) year of patrol experience (custodial or in-custody experience is not equivalent); and
4. Valid California driver's license; and
5. Current CPR/First Aid Certification; and
6. Demonstrated sensitivity to and an understanding of the diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural and ethnic backgrounds, disabilities and learning styles of community college students and staff.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities (Desirable Attributes & Skills)

Knowledge is required to perform algebra and/or geometry; read technical information, compose a variety of documents and/or facilitate group discussions; and solve practical problems. Specific knowledge required to satisfactorily perform the functions of the job includes: codes, regulations & laws related to the job functions; safety practices and procedures; and techniques for diffusing hostile situations.

Skills are required to perform single technical tasks with a frequent need to upgrade skills due to changing job conditions. Specific skills required to satisfactorily perform the functions of the job include: administering first aid and CPR; handling hazardous materials; operating standard office equipment; preparing and maintaining accurate records; and utilizing pertinent software applications. Use of new or additional equipment brought about by new technology shall be incorporated consistent with the level of responsibility and complexity of this job.

Ability is required to schedule activities; often gather, collate, and/or classify data; and use basic job related equipment. Flexibility is required to work with others under a wide variety of circumstances; analyze data utilizing defined but different processes; and operate equipment using standard methods of operation. Ability is also required to work with a significant diversity of individuals and/or groups; work with data of different types and/or purposes; and utilize job related equipment. In working with others, problem solving is required to analyze issues, create plans of action and reach solutions; with data it is significant; and with equipment it is limited. Specific abilities required to satisfactorily perform the functions of the job include: communicating with persons of varied backgrounds; establishing and maintaining effective working relationships; and maintaining confidentiality and working with frequent interruptions.

Conditions of Employment

Prior to employment, the selected police candidate will be required to complete the following:

1. Pre-employment Background
2. Pre-employment Medical Exam
3. Pre-employment Psychological Exam
4. Pre-employment Polygraph Exam
5. Criminal Justice/Fingerprinting
6. California Education Code, Section 87408.6 requires persons employed by a community college in an academic or classified position to submit to a TB risk assessment developed by CDPH and CTCA and, if risk factors are present, an examination to determine that he or she is free of infectious TB; initially upon hire and every four years thereafter.
7. In accordance with Federal Law all employees must provide proof of eligibility to work in the United States.
8. DISASTER SERVICE WORKERS: All Marin Community College District (MCCD) employees are designated Disaster Service Workers through state and local law (California Government Code Section 3100-3109). Employment with the MCCD requires the affirmation of a loyalty oath to this effect. Employees are required to complete all Disaster Service Worker-related training as assigned, and to return to work as ordered in the event of an emergency. For more information, please see the MCCD Emergency Operations Plan.
9. Candidates applying for positions with the Marin Community College District may be disqualified from consideration should their conviction history not meet the standards established under the California Education Code.

Required Application Documents

1. COVER LETTER describing what motivated you to apply for this position with the Marin Community College District Police Department, including how you meet the minimum and preferred requirements and are qualified to perform the essential functions as listed in this job posting.
2. RESUME
3. Copy of Basic P.O.S.T Certificate
4. Copies of additional P.O.S.T. Certificates such as Current Advanced and Supervisory certificates
5. Copy of current CPR/First Aid Certification - if not included in P.O.S.T. training

Supplemental & Salary Information

Responsibility

Responsibilities include: working under limited supervision; leading, guiding and/or coordinating other persons; and operating within a defined budget and/or financial guidelines. Utilization of resources from other work units may be required to perform the job's functions. There is a continual opportunity to significantly impact the organization's services.

Working Environment

The usual and customary methods of performing the job's functions requires the following physical demands: some lifting, carrying, pushing and/or pulling; some climbing and balancing; some stooping, kneeling, crouching and/or crawling; significant reaching, handling, fingering and/or feeling. Generally the job requires 33% sitting, 34% walking and 33% standing. The job is performed under with some temperature extremes, some hazardous conditions (e.g. mechanical, cuts, burns, infectious disease, high decibel noise, etc.), and in varying atmospheric conditions.

Salary Information

FLSA Status: Non-exempt
Salary Range: $40.70 - $44.87 per hour (Step 1 to 3). Normal entering step is Step 1.

Please refer to our Human Resources web site for salary schedules.

NOTE: PLEASE DO NOT SUBMIT AN APPLICATION HERE. TO APPLY FOR THIS TEMPORARY OPENING, PLEASE SUBMIT A COVER LETTER, RESUME AND YOUR P.O.S.T CERTIFICATES TO:

Raul Aguilar, Chief of Police/Director of Public Safety
College of Marin Police Department
raguilarpulido@marin.edu

Enter "Reserve Police Officer" in your subject line. Questions may also be directed to Chief Aguilar's email address.