Police Officer Trainee

Cypress, CA
Cypress Police Department

Salary: $30.22 Hourly

Closing Date: 6/27/2025

Position Summary:

The Police Officer Trainee is a non-sworn position and attends formalized training at a police academy to learn practices, procedures and techniques of law enforcement, crime prevention, community policing, first aid, physical conditioning and handling of weapons. Under the general supervision of Academy Command Staff and a Cypress Police Sergeant or Officer, a Police Officer Trainee is expected to actively participate, maintain an acceptable class standing at all times during training and successfully complete the prescribed training program with acceptable results in order to effectively perform the duties of a sworn Police Officer.

Essential Functions:

  • Patrol assignment in police unit, answer calls and act for the protection of life and property, and the enforcement of City, County and State laws.
  • Conduct preliminary and follow-up investigations of disturbances, burglaries, deaths and other criminal incidents.
  • Make arrests as necessary.
  • Interview victims, complainants and witnesses.
  • Interrogate suspects/gather and preserve information.
  • Testify and present evidence in court.
  • Work cooperatively with other law enforcement agencies.
  • Prepare legible and accurate written reports on a timely basis.
  • Search, fingerprint and transport prisoners.
  • Direct traffic.
  • Maintain positive relationships with those contacted in the performance of duties.
  • Adhere to all safety rules and regulations.
  • Perform other duties as required under emergency situations or as assigned.

Requirements:

  • High school diploma or G.E.D. A Bachelor’s degree in Criminal Justice, Public Administration or related field from an accredited college or university is desirable.
  • Minimum age of 21 at time of appointment.
  • Must be of good moral character with no felony convictions.
  • Must have a U.S. citizenship or have filed application for citizenship.
  • Must have a valid California Class “C” driver license and an acceptable driving record.
  • Bilingual skills are highly desirable.