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Position Police Sergeant (Internal & External Recruitment) Police Sergeant Salary: $134,472 -$162,608/year* *Minimum and Maximum includes 7% holiday pay , 10% Ed incentive, bilingual pay and a $1,200 uniform allowance. Effective July 1, 2027 4% salary increase on base rate of pay Additional Compensation and Other Benefits if qualified: Holiday Pay - 7% Educational Incentive - 5% for AA/AS degree or intermediate post /10% for BA/BS degree or advance post Bilingual Premium - $225/month Uniform - $1,200/year Tuition Reimbursement - $1,000/ per semester Shift Differential - $1.25/hour Longevity (1/2 of monthly base wage after 5 years of service) Generous contributions to medical, dental and vision plans Participation in the CalPERS Retirement System City of Winters participates into Social Security About the City of Winters The City of Winters is located in the southwestern corner of Yolo County, just east of Lake Berryessa and the Blue Ridge Coastal Range. Just thirty miles from Sacramento and an hour to the San Francisco Bay, Winters is perfectly situated in the countryside with convenient access to suburban and metropolitan areas

Winters has a current population of approximately 8,500 residents. It is known for its friendly, small-town atmosphere, community events and easy access to outdoor activities. It's charming, historic downtown boasts one of the more vibrant downtowns in Northern California, including farm to table restaurants, wineries, breweries, coffee houses, and boutiques.

Winters is a highly desirable location to live and raise families and the city is expecting a 30%+ population growth within the next few years. The Winters Police Department enjoys widespread support from the community and elected officials. The Police Department presently staffs 11 full-time sworn positions.

The Police Department operates from a modern public safety facility and focuses on providing staff with the highest quality equipment as well as ample training opportunities. The Police Department also has a take home vehicle program for officers that live within 60 miles of the city. Police Sergeants are a key element of the Winters Police Department team.

Police Sergeants not only supervise and participate in patrol functions, they also have the opportunity to develop themselves by engaging in mid-management functions such as managing training, fleet maintenance, volunteer services and force options training; supervising and directly participating in investigations; writing and administrating grants; and managing complex projects. The city offers additional incentives and benefits including holiday pay, education pay, bilingual pay, shift differential, continuing education incentive, annual longevity bonus after five years of employment, and cafeteria plan for health care (or cash medical in-lieu if covered elsewhere). The City of Winters participates in the CalPERS retirement system.

Typical Duties & Responsibilities EXAMPLES OF IMPORTANT/ESSENTIAL DUTIES Plans, prioritizes, assigns, supervises, and reviews the work of staff assigned to services and operations division; recommends and assists in the implementation of goals and objectives. Answers questions and provides information to the public; investigates complaints and recommends corrective actions. Evaluates operations and activities of assigned responsibilities; recommends improvements and prepares various reports.

Investigates crimes (burglaries, homicides, assaults, etc.) to find and implicate perpetrators; collects evidence, interviews witnesses, prepares cases, and testifies in court. Acts as a back-up patrol officer and assures proper flow of cases to authorities and appropriate agencies. Acts as supervisor at critical incidents and as an Operations Section Commander under the Incident Command System (ICS)

Coordinates with the Records Manager in the development and maintenance of the Records Management System. Participates in budget preparation and administration; prepares cost estimates, justifies equipment/personnel, and controls expenditures. Coordinates with the Police Chief on hiring new personnel, conducting "oral boards," and acquiring/maintaining department equipment.

Acts as the department Training Manager; schedules and monitors training and coordinates the Field Training Program. Conducts Internal Affairs investigations as assigned; acts as the Liaison with outside agencies and other city departments. May conduct the important/essential duties of the Police Officer Journey level classification.

See City Website for complete Job description. Qualifications Qualifications the minimum peace officer selection standards are set forth in Government Code Sections 1029 and 1031. Police Officers for the City of Winters must be: Free of any felony convictions A citizen of the United States or a permanent resident alien who is eligible for and has applied for citizenship At least 21 years of age Fingerprinted for purposes of search of local, state, and national fingerprint files to disclose any criminal record.

Of good moral character, as determined by a thorough background investigation. A high school graduate, pass the General Education Development test or other high school equivalency test approved by the California Department of Education (C.D.E.), or have attained a two-year, four-year, or advanced degree from an accredited or approved institution. Found to be free from any physical, emotional, or mental condition which might adversely affect the exercise of the powers of a peace officer

Possess a valid California Class C Driver's License and a satisfactory driving record as a condition of initial and continued employment Education and Experience (Any combination of experience and education or training that would provide required knowledge and abilities to qualify): P.O.S.T. Intermediate Certificate required Three (3) years' experience as Sergeant, Corporal, and/or Field Training Officer is highly desired Knowledge of: English usage, grammar, punctuation, and spelling; general practices of basic report writing. Principles and practices of law enforcement, crime investigation and prevention, and officer safety

The functions of and organization of municipal law enforcement agencies. Pertinent federal, state, and local laws and ordinances. Principles and practices of providing public services.

Interviewing techniques; techniques for conflict resolution; techniques for effective interpersonal communications. Modern office procedures and methods including computer keyboard operation. Safe driving principles and practices; geography and efficient vehicle navigation of local area.

Safe work practices. Ability to: Organize, implement, and direct law enforcement operations and activities. Interpret and explain pertinent City policies and procedures.

Develop and recommend policies and procedures related to assigned operations. Apply principles of law enforcement. Understand, interpret, and apply pertinent laws, codes, ordinances, policies and procedures, principles, practices, and methods.

Learn city and department policies and procedures. Remain calm, make decisions, and take appropriate action in stressful or emergency conditions; diffuse angry or emotional people and mediate conflict. Work independently for long periods of time.

Skill in: Driving a vehicle under hazardous conditions. The use of ancillary police weaponry and weaponless defense. The use of first aid, including Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation techniques.

See City Website for complete Job description. Work Environment & Physical Demands PHYSICAL DEMANDS: Work may include: prolonged sitting, moderate to heavy lifting (from 25lbs-100lbs+), reaching, climbing, stooping, twisting, grasping, crawling, pulling and pushing activities. The position also emphasizes speech, hearing, and vision attributes.

PHYSICAL AND SENSORY REQUIREMENTS Sit for extended periods of time; bend, twist, turn, kneel, squat, climb and reach; regularly push, pull, lift, and/or carry light to moderate weights; frequently lift and/or move moderate to heavy weights; occasionally lift and/or move heavy weights; restrain or subdue individuals; occasionally climb and balance; vision and hearing ability to P.O.S.T. standards; ability to speak well enough to be understood when transmitting information over telephone and radio; hand and finger dexterity sufficient to operate office equipment, non-lethal weapons, and firearms. Ability to work odd and irregular hours; to maintain attentiveness and concentration; to perform multiple tasks concurrently; to respond to urgent matters and emergency situations; to work under inclement weather conditions, noise and other environmental factors; overcomes physical obstacles during the course of work

Ability to maintain physical fitness requirements of the position; and to successfully complete a pre-employment physical agility evaluation, and a comprehensive psychological and medical examination prior to appointment. The City of Winters is an Equal Opportunity Employer. In accordance with the Federal Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and the California Fair Employment & Housing Act (FEHA), if accommodations are necessary in order to perform the essential functions of the position, or to participate in any portion of the selection process, please contact Human Resources at 530-794-6701 within three (3) calendar days of the final filing date for the recruitment.