Police Recruit

Elk Grove, CA
Elk Grove Police Department

Salary: $30.96 Hourly

Closing Date: 7/4/2025

Position Summary:

Under general supervision, performs developmental assignments and support to various programs within the Police Department and may attend a California P.O.S.T. Basic Peace Officer Academy. Police Recruits participate in basic law enforcement training, gain an understanding of police procedures, law enforcement techniques, first aid, acquire physical and emotional skills needed to successfully complete the police academy and may perform non-sworn, non-hazardous duties in support of a variety of police operations.

Essential Functions:

  • Attend and successfully complete a California P.O.S.T. Basic Peace Officer Academy to the City’s satisfaction.
  • Participate in and provide support and assistance to special crime prevention and enforcement programs.
  • Control traffic flow and enforce State and local municipal codes violations and traffic regulations.
  • Operate a variety of motor vehicles.
  • Operates a wide variety of law enforcement equipment, including radio and communications equipment to transmit to and receive information from Police personnel using a coded response system.
  • Perform investigative work.
  • Attend briefings, meetings, seminars, and training activities.
  • Review Department operating procedures, criminal law changes, crime maps, and other related information.
  • Perform and variety of technical and administrative tasks in support of the Police Department.
  • Perform related duties as assigned.

Requirements:

  • Equivalent to the completion of the twelfth grade AND must have a minimum of 35* semester units. Four (4) years of U.S. Military Service with an honorable discharge or a reservist member with a Joint Service Transcript showing 35 credits can be substituted for the 35-unit requirement. Proof of such must be provided with the application. NOTE: Candidates will earn a minimum of 25 college units upon graduation of the Police Academy.
  • May submit proof of a California POST Pellet B T-score of 42 or higher.
  • One year of experience working with the public.
  • Possession or ability to possess an appropriate, valid California driver’s license, and a satisfactory driving record by date of hire.
  • Must be at least 21 years of age at the time of completion of the Police Academy.