Police Officer – Recruit

PAY: $6,331 to $7,931 monthly
OPENED: Tuesday, August 23, 2022

THE DEPARTMENT
The Hawthorne Police Department is a very active, full service agency located in the southwest area of Los Angeles County. The men and women who work for the Hawthorne Police Department can expect to be exposed to any number of special assignments and receive specialized training in a variety of areas. The Hawthorne Police Department participates in long and short-term multijurisdictional task force operations and enjoys a reputation as a hardworking department with strong ties to neighboring and allied agencies. This position requires the ability to work shift work, evening hours, holidays and weekends.

QUALIFICATIONS
High School graduation or possession of a G.E.D. Graduation from an accredited college or university is highly desired. A qualified applicant must be 20 ½ years of age at time of appointment, must meet California Peace Officer Standards and Training (P.O.S.T) U.S. citizen requirements, and, must be of good moral character and free of felony convictions. Possession of a valid California Driver’s License and an acceptable driving history is required upon appointment and for the duration of employment.