Campus Police Trainee: Begin POST Certification & Serve

UC Santa Barbara; Santa Barbara (CA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 98,000; Full time

Job summary

UC Santa Barbara is seeking a Police Officer 1 to join the Public Safety team. The role supports enrollment in the POST Certified Law Enforcement Academy, with sworn officer status upon graduation and statewide jurisdiction under California Penal Code section 830.2.

Officers will be trained under state guidelines and serve the campus community. The position participates in administrative duties and vaccination compliance while pursuing career development within university public safety.

Qualifications

• At least 21 years of age.
• U.S. citizenship (or proof of eligibility).
• Valid California driver’s license.
• Writing and oral communication skills sufficient for reports and community interaction.
• Ability to relate to a diverse population.
• Completion of the POST basic academy qualifies for lateral entry.
• High school diploma (or GED) plus two years of college or equivalent.
• Passing scores on POST Reading & Writing Test (PELLETB) and Physical Ability Test.
• Fingerprinting and background check; historical review considered.

Responsibilities

• Attend and successfully complete the 22‑week POST Law Enforcement Academy (862 hours).
• Perform administrative duties such as timecard reporting and communications (approximately 1% of time).
• Maintain vaccination compliance per UC Vaccination Program.

Skills

Communication skills

Diversity awareness

Report writing

Education

High school diploma or GED + 2 years college

Bachelor’s degree (preferred)

Tools

POST academy

Job description

UC Santa Barbara is seeking a Police Officer 1 to join the Public Safety team. The role supports enrollment in the POST Certified Law Enforcement Academy, with sworn officer status upon graduation and statewide jurisdiction under California Penal Code section 830.2.

Officers will be trained under state guidelines and serve the campus community. The position participates in administrative duties and vaccination compliance while pursuing career development within university public safety.