Police Officer Academy Trainee

University of the Pacific; Stockton (CA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking dedicated individuals for an entry-level position in their Police Department. This role involves attending a P.O.S.T. Basic Academy, learning essential physical and academic skills, and performing patrol duties across the campus. Candidates must be prepared to enforce laws, conduct investigations, and engage with the community to promote safety. This dynamic position offers a unique opportunity to contribute to campus security while developing valuable law enforcement skills. If you're ready to embark on a rewarding career in public safety, this position is an excellent starting point.

Qualifications

• Must pass a P.O.S.T. certified background check and complete the Basic Academy.
• Must maintain P.O.S.T. physical standards and be able to lift up to 100 pounds.

Responsibilities

• Patrol university property and enforce laws and regulations.
• Conduct investigations and prepare reports on incidents.

Skills

Defensive Tactics

Firearm Handling

Driving Skills

Community Relations

Education

High School Diploma or G.E.D.

Tools

Patrol Car

Bicycle

Job description

Schedule determined by POST Academy: 7am – 4pm Saturday – Wednesday.

Position End Date:

Open Date: 03/11/2025

Close Date: Open Until Filled.

Special Instructions to Applicants:

This position is not eligible for visa sponsorship now or in the future. For applicants seeking job opportunities within the University:
- Internal applicants will be considered within the first five (5) business days of the posting period.
- External applicants will be considered on the sixth (6) business day of the posting period.

Position Summary Information:

Primary Purpose:

This is an entry-level, non-sworn position in the Police Department. Upon completion of a P.O.S.T. certified background check, incumbents are assigned to or are currently attending a P.O.S.T. Basic Academy and must satisfactorily pass all requirements that lead to the possession of the P.O.S.T. Basic Certificate, in addition to passing all phases of the background process. An assignment to this classification is temporary, and the incumbent is considered “at-will.” Appointment to a sworn Police Officer position is contingent upon successful completion of the academy followed by a final review by the Police Chief or his designee.

Essential Functions:

• Attend and successfully complete the P.O.S.T. Basic Academy approved by the University of the Pacific Department of Public Safety and any other related training.
• Successfully learn the academic and physical (defensive tactics, firearm, driving, etc.) requirements of the position being trained for.
• Patrol University property in a patrol car, bicycle, and foot patrol.
• Provide information and direction to staff, faculty, students, and visitors to campus.
• Enforce City, County, and State laws, and University rules and regulations.
• Conduct preliminary and follow-up investigations.
• Make arrests as necessary and prepare reports.
• Interview victims, complainants, and witnesses.
• Testify and present evidence in court.
• Assist in the performance of a variety of community relations and crime prevention activities.
• Participate in public relations programs to promote better police-community relations and crime prevention.
• Perform other duties as assigned or requested.

This position serves as Campus Security Authority (CSA) as outlined by the Clery Act. CSAs have federally mandated responsibilities to report crimes that are reported to them.

Minimum Qualifications:

• High School diploma or G.E.D.
• Must be 21 years of age.
• Must be a citizen of the United States or permanent resident alien who is eligible for and has applied for citizenship.
• Valid California driver’s license and satisfactory driving record.
• No felony convictions.

Physical Requirements:

The physical demands described here are representative but not definitive of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions. Must maintain P.O.S.T. physical standards, including mobility and physical strength and stamina to respond to emergency situations and apprehend suspects, lift and move individuals or objects weighing up to 100 pounds; ability to work in a standard office setting and to operate a motor vehicle; vision to maintain firearms qualification, to read printed materials and a computer screen, discern colors and work in a night setting; and hearing and speech to communicate before groups, in person and over the phone and radio. To successfully complete the academy, incumbents will be required to pass the P.O.S.T. Work Sample Test Battery.

Work Environment/Work Week/Travel:

Work performed both indoors and outdoors. Must be willing to work evenings, night, weekend, and holiday shifts. Valid driver’s license required. Incumbent must also be able to meet the University’s fleet rules and be eligible to drive for University business. The University and its insurance carrier reserve the right to exclude applicants based on their driving record.

Hiring Range: $29.00 per hour. We consider factors such as, but not limited to, scope and responsibilities of the position, candidate's qualifications, internal equity, as well as market and organizational considerations when extending an offer.

All applicants who receive a conditional offer of employment are required to execute a release and authorization for a background screening.

AB 810 Misconduct Disclosure Requirement: University of the Pacific complies with California Assembly Bill 810, requiring candidates accepting conditional job offers to disclose any final administrative or judicial findings, ongoing proceedings, allegations, resignations under investigation, or appeals related to sexual harassment or misconduct within the past seven years.

AA/EEO Policy Statement: University of the Pacific is an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer dedicated to workforce diversity. In compliance with applicable law and its own policy, Pacific is committed to recruiting and retaining a diverse faculty and staff and does not discriminate in its hiring of faculty and staff, or in the provision of its employment benefits to its faculty and staff on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, age, genetic information, sex/gender, marital status, military and veteran status, sexual orientation, medical condition, pregnancy, gender identity, gender expression, or mental or physical disability.