Police Officer Recruit

Salary: $38.63 Hourly

Position Summary:

This is a non-sworn, training-level classification in the Police Department. Recruits do not have police officer powers or authority. Incumbents will assume non-sworn duties within the department and attend a six-month P.O.S.T. Certified Academy. A housing allowance is available for qualified candidates. The academy is intense and requires a high degree of discipline.

Essential Functions:

• Attends and successfully completes a California POST-certified Regular Basic Course, Requalification Course, or other required POST-approved training program.
• Participates in classroom instruction, practical exercises, physical conditioning, and skills-based training in areas including criminal law, patrol procedures, investigations, traffic enforcement, report writing, emergency response, firearms, defensive tactics, community policing, and officer safety.
• Learns applicable federal, state, and local laws, ordinances, regulations, and departmental policies and procedures.
• Completes written assignments, examinations, reports, presentations, and practical performance evaluations as required.
• Demonstrates proficiency in firearms, defensive tactics, emergency vehicle operations, first aid, communications, and other required law enforcement skills.
• Participates in scenario-based exercises designed to develop decision-making, problem-solving, communication, and critical thinking abilities. • Maintains physical fitness standards and participates in required conditioning programs.
• Adheres to academy rules, regulations, standards of conduct, and departmental expectations.
• Observes departmental operations and participates in ride-alongs, orientation activities, and other learning opportunities as assigned.
• Performs limited non-sworn administrative, customer service, and support duties in preparation for future sworn responsibilities.
• Provides courteous and professional service to members of the public and department personnel.
• Learns the principles of community-oriented policing, crime prevention, and public service.

Requirements:

• Possession of a high school diploma or a General Educational Development (GED) certificate
• A valid California Class C driver license and a satisfactory driving record
• Must meet or exceed all Peace Officer selection requirements pursuant to 11 CCR § 1950 and all qualifications necessary for attendance at a California POST-certified Regular Basic Course or Requalification Course.