Police Officer Trainee

City of Corona, CA; California, Corona (MO, CA); On-site; USD 68,000 - 92,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking dedicated individuals to join as Police Officer Trainees. This entry-level position offers a unique opportunity to serve the community while undergoing training in law enforcement. Successful candidates will learn essential skills and knowledge necessary for a career in policing, including understanding laws, establishing relationships, and applying tactics within legal guidelines. With excellent benefits and a clear pathway to becoming a sworn officer, this role is perfect for those looking to make a positive impact in their community. Join a team committed to safety, integrity, and teamwork!

Benefits

Medical Allowance

Life Insurance

Annual Leave

Retirement Health Savings

Uniform Allowance

Holidays

Bi-Lingual Pay

Marksmanship Incentive

Qualifications

• Completion of 12th grade or equivalent is required.
• Knowledge of English language, spelling, grammar, and composition.

Responsibilities

• Learn basic law enforcement functions and terminology.
• Understand and apply relevant laws, policies, and procedures.

Skills

Basic law enforcement functions

Understanding laws and procedures

Establishing working relationships

Using tact and judgment

Education

Completion of 12th grade or equivalent

Tools

Modern office equipment

Relevant software

Job description

DESCRIPTION

This recruitment will be used to establish an eligibility list for future vacancies.

If you are interested in giving back to the community, the Corona Police Department offers an exciting opportunity to join as a Police Officer Trainee. The department has 250 employees, including officers and professional staff, and is divided into three divisions: Field Services, Investigative Services, and Support Services. Our mission is to ensure community safety and security while maintaining trust through transparency. The Police Officer Trainee is an entry-level, non-sworn training classification. The successful candidate will possess the following knowledge, skills, abilities, experience, and characteristics:

Offering Excellent Benefits

Upon successful completion of the P.O.S.T-approved academy, a Police Officer Trainee may be appointed to the Police Officer classification. Below is an overview of the benefits for both roles and the changes upon promotion:

Benefits	Police Officer Trainee Benefits (Non-Sworn)	Upon Promotion to Police Officer (Sworn)
Salary	$68,676 annually	$91,208 annually
Bargaining Group	Not Represented	Corona Police Employees Association
CalPERS	PEPRA Member 2% @ 62 Classic Member 2.7% @55	PEPRA Member 2.7% @ 57 Classic Member 3% @ 50
Annual Leave (1-5 years)	3.23 sick hours and 3.23 annual leave hours per pay period, totaling 168 hours/year.	8.08 annual leave per pay period, totaling 210 hours/year. Officers may earn an additional 130 hours for holidays worked annually.
Medical Allowance	$978/month (Single), $1,646/month (2-party), $2,173/month (Family)	Same as above
Medical Opt Out	$200/month (Single), $400/month (2-party), $600/month (Family)	Same as above
Life Insurance	5.5 times employee's earnings to a max of $750,000	Same as above
Holidays	13 Holidays	13 Holidays
Retirement Health Savings	$50 quarterly	$1,250 quarterly
Bi-Lingual Pay	Not Included	4% of base pay
Post Incentive Pay	Not Included	Intermediate: 3%, Advanced: 8%
Longevity Pay	Not Included	$2,320 annually, $89.23 per pay period
Marksmanship Incentive	Not Included	$16.15 per pay period
Uniform Allowance	Not Included	$132.31 per pay period
Safety Vest Reimbursement	Not Included	$1,150 every 5 years

*DISCLAIMER: City paid benefits are as per the current MOU between the City of Corona and the Corona Police Employees Association, available on the City's website. In case of conflicts, the MOU terms prevail.

Knowledge & Education

• Completion of 12th grade or equivalent; must be listed on your application.
• Knowledge of English language, spelling, grammar, and composition.
• Familiarity with modern office equipment and relevant software.

Skills/Abilities

• Learn basic law enforcement functions, terminology, and codes.
• Understand and apply relevant laws, policies, and procedures.
• Understand City organization and outside agencies.
• Establish positive working relationships.
• Use tact, initiative, and judgment within legal and policy guidelines.

Experience

• Ability to complete a State-approved Basic Police Academy.
• Valid California Class C Driver's License at appointment.
• Must be at least 20.5 years old at application.
• Legally authorized to work in the U.S.

Characteristics

• Accountability, integrity, respect, inclusion, teamwork, and innovation.

This position is FLSA Non-Exempt, eligible for overtime.

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TESTING PROCESS

The City of Corona's new testing process includes an online written exam, physical agility, and oral interviews. Details and dates are provided in the original description.

Applicants requiring accommodations should notify Human Resources at least 72 hours in advance.

Successful candidates will undergo background, psychological, and medical exams.