Police Officer

POLICE OFCR (005323)

UCPath Position ID: MI-DPT336500-JC005323-PD168640

Position Description History/Status

For Reference ONLY - PeopleAdmin JA Number:

601494

Approved Date:

4/30/2024 9:24:05 PM

Date Last Edited:

4/30/2024 9:24:01 PM

Last Action Effective Date:

8/4/2013

Organization Details

Business Unit (Location):

LACMP

Organization Code:

5000O

Organization:

ADMINISTRATIVE VICE CHANCELLOR         

Division Code:

5405D

Division:

POLICE DEPARTMENT                      

Department:

336500 - POLICE DEPARTMENT

Position Details

UCPath Position Number:

MI-DPT336500-JC005323-PD168640

Position Description ID

168640

UC Payroll Title:

POLICE OFCR (005323)

Business Title:

Police Officer

Personnel Program

Professional and Support Staff (PSS)

Salary Grade:

STEPS

Job Code FLSA:

Non-Exempt

Union Code (Collective Bargaining Unit):

PA: Police Officers

Employee Relations Code:

E: All Others - Not Confidential

Employee Class (Appt Type):

2 - Staff: Career

Full-Time Equivalent (FTE)

1

SUPERVISION

UCPath Reports to Position Number:

40139853

Reports to Payroll Title:

POLICE LIEUTENANT MGR 1

UCPath Department Head Position Number:

40936386

Department Head Payroll Title:

POLICE CHF MGR 4

GENERAL SUPERVISION - Indicates that the incumbent develops procedures for performance of variety of duties; or performs complex duties within established policy guidelines.

POSITION SUMMARY

Under the direction of a Police Sergeant, expected to perform regular law enforcement duties including: foot, bicycle and/or vehicle patrol of University of California properties (campus, medical centers, Westwood properties and nearby residential areas), investigate and prepare preliminary investigation reports, issue citations, make arrests, assist in the prosecution of violators of law, provide crime prevention information and serve as a proactive resource to a uniquely diverse community.  May also work as part of a security detail with civilian and other law enforcement agencies at university and athletic events. Have the opportunity to participate in a number of assignments such as bicycle patrol, various training instructor positions, detectives, background investigations, crime prevention, field training officer, traffic collision investigator and various lead officer positions. Also perform other duties as assigned.

The UCLA Police Department is a leader in providing progressive law enforcement services to a culturally diverse urban campus and its surrounding community. We are dedicated to providing a safe and secure environment for teaching, research and public service. We do this through patrol, rapid response to calls for service, investigations, education and implementation of preventative strategies. Our work, grounded in a community policing philosophy, utilizes campus partnerships as the most effective approach for insuring a safe campus.

UCLA police officers are duly sworn peace officers under section 830.2(b) of the California Penal Code and section 92600 of the California Education Code. The officers are armed and possess the same authorities under the law as municipal police officers. UCLA police officers patrol the campus 24 hours a day, 365 days a year. They enforce the law, arrest violators, investigate and suppress crime, investigate traffic and bicycle accidents, and provide a full range of services to the community. UCLA PD works closely with local law enforcement in a collaborative effort to prevent crime and apprehend criminal suspects.

Traditional Policing

          Protect life and property.

          • Conduct foot, bicycle and vehicle patrols of University of California properties (campus, medical centers, Westwood properties and nearby residential area).

          • Enforce the laws.

          • Identify and conduct preliminary investigations of suspicious persons and circumstances.  

          • Respond to 'calls for service' for crimes in progress or suspicious circumstances. 

          • Be highly visible to act as a deterrent to crime. 

          • Liaison with local law enforcement agencies when patrolling in concurrent jurisdictions.  

          • Focus patrol efforts on current problem areas involving crime, high volume of calls for service and quality of life issues. 

          • Maintain awareness of current crime trend, neighborhood problems and departments efforts underway to address these issues. 

          • Identify quality of life issues and work with staff and community members to address solutions.  

          • Identify and make recommendations to reduce or eliminate conditions that are unsafe or lead to opportunities of crime. 

          • Provide crime prevention brochures and literature as appropriate. 

          • Participate in crime prevention programs (e.g. Neighborhood Watch, Click-it or Ticket). 

          • Provide escorts to University employees who handle transfers of large sums of money to various campus locations. 

          • Enhance public safety awareness and prevent crime through education, environmental design and outreach.  

          • Utilize and develop crime prevention strategies and integrate them into daily patrol and investigative duties.  

          • Investigate crime and write preliminary investigation reports.

          • Interview witnesses and suspects as needed. 

          • Complete field interview cards and issue warnings to suspicious persons. 

          • Prepare reports of lost or found property. 

          • Photograph crime scenes. 

          • Retrieve latent fingerprints as crime scenes. 

          • Conduct follow-up investigations and prepare reports for cases under investigation as needed.  

          • Initiate and build problem-solving partnerships with campus community groups and  key community members.    

          • Represent the department and University in a professional manner to the public.  

          • Promote a service-oriented attitude to the community and public. 

          • Facilitate community access to other campus and service departments. 

          • Communicate effectively with a wide variety of people, remaining open to the viewpoints of others, listening well and demonstrating sensitivity to cultural differences. 

          • Investigate traffic accidents. 

          • Prepare Accident Investigation reports.

          • Enforce provisions of the Vehicle Code by issues citations for moving violations and parking infractions.

          • Store or impound abandoned or illegally parked vehicles.  

          • Enforce parking regulations on roadways, parking lots and other areas as necessary and required.

          • Make arrests of actual or suspected criminal offenders. 

          • Prepare cases for prosecution. 

          • Testify in criminal and civil courts of law.  

           

85%

Other Duties

          Perform other duties and functions as appropriate to the job classification.

          • Work additional overtime shifts and assignments as dictated by department need.

          • Maintain weapon proficiency with department firearms.

          • Maintain certification standards mandated by the Commission on Peace Officer Standards and Training (P.O.S.T.).

          • Conduct crowd control and civil disturbance intervention actions as needed.

          • Work as part of a security detail with civilian and other law enforcement agencies at University and athletic events.

          • Respond to requests for routine and emergency medical assistance as required.

          • Assist hospital personnel with, and provide transportation for, mental patients upon request.

           

15%

•

Performs other duties as assigned.

•

Complies with all policies and standards.

•

Complies with the University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA) Principles of Community.

•

This position description is not intended to be a complete list of all responsibilities, duties or skills required for the job and is subject to review and change at any time, with or without notice, in accordance with the needs of the organization.

QUALIFICATIONS

High School Diploma

Required

Valid driver's license.

Required

Knowledge of State, Federal and University of California laws, rules and regulations as applicable to the police function.

Required

Thorough knowledge in the following areas: First Aid/CPR, campus streets, buildings, and parking lots, general law enforcement procedures, vehicle laws, use of firearms.

Required

Able to observe situations analytically, impartially, and objectively, and to record pertinent information accurately and completely.

Required

Carries a firearm.

Required

Must be a US citizen or have permanent resident alien status and achieve citizenship within three years.

Required

Must have no felony convictions.

Required

Excellent verbal and written skills and the ability to interact with a diverse community.

Required

Excellent ability to use computer devices and programs and other modern law enforcement technologies and tools.

Required

Thorough understanding of modern policing issues, philosophies, practices and trends applied within the University environment.

Required

Meet all other requirements for peace officers as established by law and the California Commission on Peace Officer Standards and Training, including possession of or ability to obtain a POST Basic Certificate.

Required

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS AND/OR CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT

Background Check: Continued employment is contingent upon the completion of a satisfactory background investigation.

Live Scan Background Check: A Live Scan background check must be completed prior to the start of employment.

Age Requirement: Candidate(s) must be 18 years or older to be eligible to be hired.

Pre-Placement Physical: Employment is contingent upon the completion of a satisfactory physical examination.

TB Test: Continued employment is contingent upon the completion of a satisfactory TB test.

Driving Record: The position is subject to the California DMV "Pull Notice System" and continued employment is contingent upon proof of a satisfactory driving record.

CANRA: The position is designated as a mandatory reporter under CANRA. The employee must sign the "Statement Acknowledging Requirement to Report Child Abuse".

Clery Act: The position is a designated CSA (Campus Security Authority) under Clery Act requirements.

5%

Travel within State of California for mutual aid and other activities

Limited time off during fiscal close.

Required

Must carry a university cell phone. 

Required

Occasional attendance at offsite conferences and meetings. 

Required

Evening and/or weekend work.

Required

LOCATION AND PHYSICAL, ENVIRONMENTAL, MENTAL (PEM) REQUIREMENTS

Environment and Work Location Information

Environment Type:

Non-Clinical Setting

Location Setting:

Other University Setting(s)

Location:

All Locations

Standing/Walking

X

X

Sitting

X

X

Bending/Stooping

X

X

Squatting/Kneeling

X

X

Climbing

X

X

Lifting/Carrying/Push/Pull 0-25 lbs

X

X

Lifting/Carrying/Push/Pull 26-50 lbs

X

X

Lifting/Carrying/Push/Pull over 50 lbs

X

X

Physical requirements other

X

X

Other Physical Requirements

If "Physical requirements other" was selected above, please explain (e.g., ability to differentiate color):

Running and possible physical confrontation of people

Chemicals, dust, gases, or fumes

X

X

Loud noise levels

X

X

Marked changes in humidity or temperature

X

X

Microwave/Radiation

X

Operating motor vehicles and/or equipment

X

X

Exposures other

X

Sustained attention and concentration

X

X

Complex problem solving/reasoning

X

X

Ability to organize & prioritize

X

X

Communication skills

X

X

Numerical skills

X

X

Mental demands other

X

X

Other Mental Requirements

If "Mental demands other" was selected above, please explain:

Ability to maintain equanimity when challenged by arrestees and/or members of the general public.

X

Classification 2: Position in which required tasks normally do not involve exposure to blood, body fluids or tissues, but may require performing unplanned Classification 1 tasks. In these jobs the normal work performance involves no exposure to blood, body fluids, or tissues. However, exposure or potential exposure may be required as a condition of employment.