SANTA MONICA COLLEGE invites applications for the position of: Community College Police Captain COMMUNITY COLLEGE POLICE CAPTAIN

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1 SANTA MONICA COLLEGE invites applications for the position of: Community College Police Captain SALARY: OPENING DATE: 04/24/18 $ $67.59 Hourly $9, $11, Monthly $115, $140, Annually CLOSING DATE: 05/21/18 11:59 PM DESCRIPTION: Merged Promotional & Open Competitive COMMUNITY COLLEGE POLICE CAPTAIN The position in this classification oversees the daily activities of Campus Police Personnel to ensure essential police department functions are carried out, manages the Emergency Preparedness program and related functions, and performs high-level administrative work, acting as the first deputy to the Chief of Police. An additional 5% of the listed salary is paid for the varied work assignment. This position also receives a monthly uniform allowance. The ideal candidate will demonstrate strong customer service orientation; excellent human relations skills; excellent oral and writing skills; and be adept at public speaking. The candidate will have a proven record of accomplishment engaging with community stakeholders to address safety issues within an educational environment and will possess a vision of excellence in campus law enforcement. They should also have the ability to develop law enforcement personnel in every facet of their job and to lead the department to the next level of service. Located in Southern California less than two miles from the Pacific Ocean, Santa Monica College is currently known as the number one transfer college to UCLA, USC, the University of California system, and Loyola Marymount University. SMC is accessible on the Santa Monica Big Blue Bus line and near the Metro EXPO Line, 17th St/SMC Station. We have a 38-acre main campus, approximately 34,000 students, and offerings in more than 80 fields of study. We also pride ourselves on preparing students for careers of the 21st century in such fields as solar technology, entertainment technology, computer technology, nursing and health care, and graphic design. Santa Monica College has also recently instituted a unique and exciting opportunity for students to earn a Bachelor of Science Degree in Interaction Design. Benefits New full-time classified management employees of Santa Monica College are entitled to a number of benefits, including: 16 paid holidays 24 paid vacation days

2 12 paid illness days Fully paid medical, dental, and vision-care coverage 5% increase in base pay for every 5 years worked with SMC, up to 35 years of service. Waived tuition fees for classes taken at SMC FREE Big Blue Bus access and monthly incentives for eligible employees through the Sustainable Transportation Incentive Program, The list from this recruitment will also be utilized to fill any vacancies that may occur during the one year life of the Eligibility List, which may include temporary and permanent positions. Selection Process The selection process consists of a Technical Interview (weighted 100%), possibly preceded by a Training and Experience Evaluation (Pass/Fail). The Training and Experience Evaluation will involve a structured evaluation of experience and training based on information provided in your application, and responses to the supplemental questions. The most qualified candidates will advance to a Technical Interview, which will probably take place during the month of June. Candidates must be successful on all examination parts to be placed on the eligibility list. Santa Monica College reserves the right to modify the stated examination components and weights prior to the administration of any examination. NOTE: Generally, new employees start at the first step on the salary schedule. A new permanent classified employee may request a higher salary placement (not to exceed the third step) based on recruitment issues and/or additional training and experience which greatly exceeds the minimum requirements. Communication for this exam will be via . You must check your on a regular basis to be informed of your status for this exam. "The Santa Monica Community College District is committed to the principles of equal employment opportunity. All qualified applicants for employment, as well as District employees, shall have full and equal access to employment opportunity. person shall be subjected to unlawful discrimination in any program or activity of the District. The District's Board Policy 3120 (Equal Employment Opportunity and ndiscrimination in Employment) may be accessed at: Equity Statement Santa Monica College encourages candidates that are equity-minded to apply. SMC is a minority-serving, Hispanic-serving institution. We actively seek to attract candidates from minority groups that value equity, diversity, and inclusion. Equity, diversity, and inclusion are built into the culture at SMC, and are an essential component of the work that we do. SMC is committed to racial and socioeconomic diversity as it is a reflection of our student population and we strive to hire candidates that share this commitment. EXAMPLES OF DUTIES: Supervises, directs, and oversees the daily activities of police department personnel, including patrol, traffic, parking, investigations, dispatch, and other related activities; Oversees the effective deployment of personnel to ensure efficient department operations and fully operational shifts

3 Liaises with the external and college community, Administrators, City officials, faculty, staff and students to promote a community-oriented policing approach, address campus safety and community issues and concerns and ensure that College and police policies are being followed appropriately Coordinates emergency preparedness measures; directs and administers the emergency management program and emergency response plan; leads committee efforts directed at emergency preparedness Responds to the scene of emergencies and major incidents and commands police response operations as necessary while maintaining close contact with the Chief of Police, Emergency Operations Manager, or Incident Commander Assumes the duties of the Chief of Police in order to provide continuous command and supervision in the absence of the Chief of Police Plans, assigns, coordinates and reviews the work of subordinate personnel; Ensures administrative work is completed and accurate; works with supervising personnel to ensure that follow-up investigations are completed when necessary Supervises, evaluates, trains, and counsels subordinate personnel Works with the assigned Peace Officer Standards and Training (P.O.S.T.) manager to ensure training is planned and completed in compliance with P.O.S.T. standards and meets departmental needs and objectives Conducts and/or oversees internal affairs investigations and other investigations; investigates and adjudicates personnel complaints; recommends discipline for sustained allegations of misconduct Maintain departmental records; compile data and research; prepare complex statistical and narrative reports and formal written recommendations; make oral presentations to a variety of audiences; Reviews policies, procedures and operations of the department, conducts audits of operations and personnel, identifies areas of concern and methods to increase efficiency and productivity, and develops and recommends policy changes In conjunction with the Chief of Police and department staff, performs strategic and work planning activities and develops programs, goals, and objectives to support the mission of the department and District Assists with preparation of departmental budget, monitors expenditures, prepares and presents budget reports Oversees the planning and coordination of law enforcement, parking enforcement, and crowd control for special events and incidents Responds to incidents, calls and events requiring special assistance or oversight; Makes arrests, interviews suspects, conducts investigations, and performs field police work as necessary

4 Prepares reports and/or presentations for court as required; Appears in court to provide testimony for civil or criminal cases as required Performs other related duties as requested or assigned Examples of essential duties are descriptive and not restrictive in nature, and are generally listed in descending order of importance. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: Education: Graduation from an accredited four-year college or university, preferably with a major in Administration of Justice, Criminal Justice, Public or Business Administration or closely related field. A Master's Degree in a closely related field is desirable Experience: Eight (8) years of experience in a sworn Peace Officer position, including two (2) years of recent experience in a supervisory or management position at the rank of Sergeant or above. Education/Experience Equivalency: Additional experience beyond the eight (8) years required may substitute for the college degree requirements on a year for year basis. Licensure and/or Certification: Possession of a California P.O.S.T. Supervisory Certificate at time of appointment The ability to obtain a P.O.S.T. Management Certificate within 24 months of appointment A valid California Class "C" driver's license Special Requirements: Must be a United States Citizen, free of any felony convictions or misdemeanor convictions involving domestic violence and meet all other minimum selection standards of a peace officer as specified by P.O.S.T. Successful passage of the P.O.S.T. Physical Standards for a Peace Officer. Meet the District and P.O.S.T. medical and psychological standards for police officers, including hearing and vision requirements. Must pass a thorough background investigation, in accordance with P.O.S.T. and District standards. SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION: MERIT SYSTEM: Santa Monica College is a merit system employer committed to the following principles: 1) Hiring and promoting employees on the basis of ability through competitive selection; 2) Fair compensation on the basis of like pay for like work; 3) Retaining employees on the basis of performance 4) Training for high quality performance; 5) Assuring fair treatment of employees without illegal discrimination; 6) protecting employees against political coercion; and 7) Providing for due process in the event of disciplinary action APPLICATION PROCEDURE: Official SMC application forms and related materials must be fully and correctly completed for each examination. A separate application must be submitted for each position. Resumes may be submitted for any position, but will not be accepted in lieu of a District application. The Personnel Commission may obtain confidential employment

5 references from current and previous employers after you complete an authorization form at the Final Selection Interview. Within approximately two weeks after the closing date, applicants will be notified regarding the status of their application. Applicants requiring special application, testing, or interview arrangements due to a disability, should notify the Personnel Commission office at the time of application submission. The District does not return materials submitted. SELECTION PROCEDURE: Examinations may consist of a written or performance test, an evaluation of training and experience, an oral examination or interview, or other tests determined by the Personnel Commission office. Requests for reconsideration of questions contained in written examinations must be made in writing on the day the test is administered. Applicants selected for an oral interview will be notified in writing of the time and place of the interview. Interviews are conducted by a Qualifications Appraisal Interview Panel. Travel costs related to the examination/interview will be borne by the applicant. Final test results are e- mailed or mailed within approximately 15 days after the examination/interview. Requests to review scores must be made during the five day review period following notification results. ELIGIBILITY LIST: Candidates who attain a passing score on each part of the examination will be placed in rank order on the Eligibility List. The Eligibility List is available for review by exam candidates for a five-day review period following notification. Unless otherwise indicated, Eligibility Lists are established for a period of one year. Eligible's names will remain on the List until they are hired, decline three interview opportunities, or make themselves unavailable. Unless otherwise stated on the Job Bulletin, when a Promotional and Open-Competitive List is established, the Promotional List will be used first. Final selection will be made from the appropriate Re-employment or Transfer List, if any, and from the top three ranks of Eligibles that are "ready and willing" to accept the vacant position, and who meet any required BFOQ. It is the candidate's responsibility to notify the Personnel Commission office of any address, street address and/or phone number changes. An eligible may change their availability by notifying the Personnel Commission office. ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS: All offers of employment are conditional, based upon successful completion of: 1) Fingerprinting/Conviction Clearance: State law requires that all employees be fingerprinted to check for, or verify, conviction records. All candidates with a conviction record for any offense, other than minor traffic violations, must file a Conviction Record Statement in the Personnel Commission Office. Conviction records will be fully investigated. A record of conviction will not automatically disqualify an applicant, but failure to list all convictions may result in disqualification or dismissal; 2) TB Test: All persons selected must successfully pass a tuberculin skin test or chest x-ray; 3) Eligibility to Work: Upon hire, each new employee must complete an I-9 Form and present supporting documents establishing proof of identity and employment eligibility as outlined in the Immigration Reform and Control Act. In compliance with the Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986, Santa Monica College requires that all new employees provide documentation to establish both work authorization and identity. PROBATION PERIOD: Permanent Classified Management Employees become permanent upon successful completion of one year of work. SALARY AND BENEFITS: Beginning Salary: Based upon training and experience that is directly related to their classification that exceed the minimum qualifications, new permanent Classified Employees may request higher salary placement. The maximum initial placement is on Step C of the salary schedule. Advanced salary placement must be requested at the time of

6 hire and is subject to verification of qualifying training and experience. Vacation and Sick Leave: Management employees receive vacation at the rate of two days per month and sick leave at the rate of one day per month. Longevity increments of 5% are granted at the completion of 5, 10, 15, 20, 25, 30 and 35 years of service. Holidays: Management level employees receive 16 paid holidays per year. Benefits: Permanent full-time employees receive fully paid medical, dental, and vision-care coverage. Benefits for permanent part-time employees are prorated according to the number of hours worked per week. NOTE: Generally, new employees start at the first step on the salary schedule. A new permanent classified employee may request a higher salary placement (not to exceed the third step) based on recruitment issues and/or additional training and experience which greatly exceeds the minimum requirements. APPLICATIONS MAY BE FILED ONLINE AT: Office Location Pico Blvd., SM, CA Mailing Address Pico Blvd. Santa Monica, CA (310) Position #PS COMMUNITY COLLEGE POLICE CAPTAIN CL personnel_commission@smc.edu Community College Police Captain Supplemental Questionnaire * 1. The following supplemental questions will be used to assist us in screening your application. You are required to answer each of the following questions truthfully and completely. If you provide false or misleading information on any portion of the supplemental questionnaire, your application may be disqualified at any stage of the selection process, even after you have been invited to and participated in the exam parts. Do you agree to answer the following questions truthfully and completely AND understand that falsification or overstatement of your qualifications is grounds for disqualification of your application? * 2. Do you possess a Bachelor's degree or equivalent? * 3. Please indicate your major area of concentration in college. * 4. A Community College Police Captain must have at least eight (8) years of experience in a sworn Peace Officer position, including at least two (2) years of recent experience in a supervisory or management position at the rank of Sergeant or above. Do you meet or exceed these requirements?

7 * 5. The Community College Police Captain must possess a California P.O.S.T. Supervisory Certificate at the time of appointment to this job. Do you currently possess a California P.O.S.T. Supervisory Certificate? * 6. The Community College Police Captain must obtain a California P.O.S.T. Management Certificate within the first 24 months of appointment to this position. Do you current possess a California P.O.S.T. Management Certificate, or are you willing and able to obtain this certificate within the first 24 months if you are appointed to this job? * 7. Please list all P.O.S.T. Certifications you have obtained. * Required Question

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