Police Officer Trainee

City of Madera; California (MO); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

The City of Madera is seeking a Police Officer Trainee who will attend a POST-approved basic academy to gain peace officer status. This trainee class is not a permanent appointment and may be followed by a move to Police Officer or Community Services Officer after successful completion and evaluation.

Minimum qualifications include a high school diploma or equivalent and a valid California driver’s license; some college coursework in criminology or related fields is desirable.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent is required.
• Valid California Class C driver’s license or ability to obtain one.
• Some college coursework in criminology or police sciences is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Attend a basic academy course to gain POST peace officer status.
• Perform related duties as required during trainee program.
• Pass polygraph, background check, and chief’s interview before appointment.

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

Under immediate supervision, attends a basic academy course of study necessary to gain Peace Officer Standards and Training (POST) approved peace officer status; performs other related duties as required. The Police Officer Traineeis a trainee class responsible for attending a basic police academy. This position is not intended as a permanent appointment, and those not appointed to the class of Police Officer after successful completion of the law enforcement academy, or appointment as a Community Services Officer, are rejected during probation This classification is distinguished from the next higher classification of Police Officer in that the latter has successfully completed a law enforcement academy and achieved peace officer status in accordance with City and Peace Officer Standards and Training (POST).

Qualifications

• A High School Diploma or equivalent; and
• Possession of or ability to obtain a valid Class C California driver's license.
• Successful completion of some college course work in criminology, police sciences or a related field is desirable.

Applications will be reviewed for minimum qualifications. Those persons who meet the necessary criteria will be called for an oral inter-view, which is weighted at 100%. Candidates who earn at least 70% on the interview will be recommended to the Civil Service Commission for inclusion on the employment eligibility list.

Persons selected for further consideration will be required to successfully pass a polygraph examination, background investigation and chief’s interview before being offered a conditional appointment. The offer is conditioned on successful completion of a thorough psychological assessment and medical evaluation (including a drug screen). Applicants must pass all elements to be considered for hire. The City Manager will make the final selection and appointment based on recommendation for hire by the Police Chief.