Police Officer Trainee

Salary: $64,636.68 – $78,566.40 Annually

Essential Functions:

• Successfully attend and graduate from a P.O.S.T. certified basic academy
• Learn use and care of firearms and related equipment
• Think clearly and act quickly in emergencies and judge situations and people accurately
• Learn, understand and interpret laws and regulations
• Prepare accurate and grammatically correct written reports
• Understand, explain and apply policies and procedures
• Communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing
• Make clear and concise radio transmissions
• Establish and maintain cooperative working relationships
• Meet established physical requirements
• Meet Police Officer requirements contained in the California State Government Code
• Perform other related duties as assigned

Requirements:

• Two (2) years of experience in civilian law enforcement OR
• Military experience OR
• Completion of an AA/AS degree or equivalent units from an accredited College or University
• Or some combination thereof.
• Possession of or ability to obtain a Class C California driver’s license and a satisfactory driving record during the course of employment.

   

• Candidates must meet standards of physical stature, endurance, and agility established by the City.

   

• Must be at least 21 years of age at the time of academy graduation

   

• Applicants must be U.S. citizen or be eligible for U.S. citizenship. Persons will be disqualified from holding a position as Police Officer if they fail to diligently cooperate in the processing of their citizenship application within three years or are otherwise denied citizenship.