SALINAS POLICE OFFICER ASSOCIATION (SPOA)

 

SALARY STEPS:  Appointments are normally made at the first step.  Consideration is given for increase to the second step after successful completion of a six-month probationary period.  (Employees appointed at a higher step will be eligible for consideration for the next step after one year, providing they successfully complete a six-month probationary period.)

 

DRUG AND ALCOHOL TESTING POLICY:  Candidates offered employment must pass a pre-employment exam, which includes a drug and alcohol screening test, prior to final appointment.  Positive samples are retained for 90 days from date of notification.  Applicants with a positive result must notify the City in writing prior to expiration of the 90 days to request retention beyond the 90 day period.  A copy of the City’s Drug and Alcohol Testing Policy is available upon request.

BENEFITS

 

BIENNIAL PHYSICAL: City-paid Biennial Physical Exam (once every two years).  Employees 40 and over are eligible for a physical exam every 18 months.

 

PREMIUM PAYS 2.5% of base salary for employees who have attained a P.O.S.T Intermediate Certificate and are at the top step of his/her salary range.  5.0% of base salary for employees who have attained a P.O.S.T Advanced Certificate and are at the top step of his/her salary range.

 

ANNUAL LEAVE: Accrued at a rate of 22 days per year for the first five years; 27 days through 10 years, with additional longevity increases.

 

HOLIDAYS: Twelve days per year and one floating holiday.

 

HEALTH INSURANCE: The City pays 100% for CalPERS Choice health plan, Delta Dental and Medical Eye Services for employee and eligible dependents. Other PERS health coverage may be available depending upon your residence.  The City will only provide the premium amount equal to the PERS Choice.   Cafeteria Plan option available.

 

RETIREMENT: PERS 3% at 50.  Medicare portion of Social Security with employee/employer paid 1.45% of gross salary.

 

LONG-TERM DISABILITY: Private long-term disability plan for job related or non-job related disability.

 

DEFERRED COMPENSATION: Employees may elect to enroll in one of two plans.

 

UNIFORM ALLOWANCE: $1,200 per year.  New employees will receive their allotment on a monthly basis for the first twelve months, until the following July, then a lump sum payment.

 

FITNESS/WELLNESS PROGRAM: Physical fitness incentive program up to $1,000 per year

 

BILINGUAL PAY: 5% of base salary for employees holding designated positions and who qualify through testing procedures.

 

THE ABOVE-LISTED BENEFITS ARE SUBJECT TO CHANGE AND DO NOT CONSTITUTE A CONTRACT