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RESOLUTION NO. 5477
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
AZUSA AMENDING RESOLUTION NO. 4693 BY CHANGING
THE CLASSIFICATION SCHEDULES FOR POLICE OFFICER
AND AMENDING EXHIBIT "A" ATTACHED THERETO.
The City Council of the City of Azusa does resolve as
follows:
SECTION 1. The classification schedules attached to
Resolution No. 4693, adopted July 20, 19642 as amended, are hereby
amended by substituting the classification schedule for Police
Officer, which is attached hereto and made a part hereof, in
place and stead of the classification schedule for Police Officer,
as now attached to said Resolution.
SECTION 2. The City Clerk shall certify.to the adoption
of this resolution.
Adopted and approved this 7th day of October ,
1968.
I hereby certify that the foregoing resolution was duly
adopted by the City Council of the City of Azusa at a regular
meeting thereof held on theth day of October , 1968,
by the following vote of theuncil:
AYES: Councilmen: Rubio, Decker, Cooney, Calvert, Solem
NOES: Councilmen: None
ABSENT: Councilmen: None
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POLICE OFFICER
Job Summary
Under supervision, patrols an assigned beat in the
prevention of crime and the enforcement of law and
order; carries out special assignments in the pro-
tection of life and property in investigative work;'
and does related work as required.
Representative Duties
Operates an automobile.in patrolling an assigned area
for the prevention of crime and the enforcement of laws
and regulations; responds to radio messages or telephone
instructions and appears at scenes of disorder or crime;
notes and reports traffic hazards.; investigates and pre-
pares reports on accidents, offenses and damaged to pro-
perty; gives directions and information; makes arrests;
issues citations; gives verbal warnings; prepares re-
ports on arrests and property impounded; directs traffic;
intervenes in private or public disputes to protect the
public and maintain order; appears in'court, whether on
or off duty, as the arresting officer; transports prison-
ers; investigates complaints; interrogates persons whose
actions are suspicious; writes case reports on a log of
activities; occasionally relieves a superior officer and
acts for him; serves on the desk, answering telephone,
taking complaints, and operating a radio telephone in
dispatching patrol cars; fingerprints prisoners, appli-
cnats, and salesmen; takes photographs of prisoners;
accepts bail and gives receipts.
As assigned to the Motorcycle Patrol, operates a two=
wheel motorcycle in patrolling streets and highways
within the city and intersections for the enforcement
of traffic violations; investigates traffic accidents;
controls traffic at the scene of accidents.
As -assigned to the Detective;Division, receives assign-
ments'to investigate violations of .state and local laws;
collects and preserves evidence; apprehends and arrests
lawviolators; reviews general police bulletins; mases
reports of cases handled and action .taken; interrogates
witnesses and prisoners; appears in court and presents
evidence.
Organizational Relationships
Police Officer is the entering level class in the Police
Department. An employee of this class works under the
direct supervision of a Police Sergeant.
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POLICE OFFICER
QUALIFICATIONS GUIDE
Training and Experience
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Minimum Requirements; High school graduation OR G.E.D. Certifi-
cate reflecting an average score of 45 with no score less than
35.
After appointment, an employee should be willing to attend college
level classes in police science and related fields during off -hours
in order to qualify and meet the requirements for advancement.
Knowledge and Abilities
A high degree of general intelligence, verbal facility, memory
and adaptability are required of all Police Officers. Ability to
understand departmental policies, rules, instructions, laws, regu-
lations and police literature, together with an aptitude for law
enforcement work; ability to analyze situations and to adopt a
quick, effective and reasonable course of action; ability to write
clear and accurate reports; ability to use good English and a good
vocabulary; ability to understand and follow oral directions; ability
to learn the use and care of automobiles, motorcycles and small fire-
arms; keen observation and ability to remember names, faces and details
of incidents; ability to meet weight, height and other physical stand-
ards established by the City Council and to perform duties requiring
physical endurance and agility.
License
Possession of a valid motor vehicle operator's license from the
State of California.
Minimum Physical Requirements
Applicants must be at least 5 feet 7 inches in height, 145 lbs, in
weight; at least 20 natural teeth; normal visual function and acuity,
not less than 20/40 in each eye without correction and corrected to
20/20 in each eye with normal color vision. Applicant must pass a
physical examination prior to probationary appointment, and annually
thereafter.
Rev. 10/68