Police Officer Trainee

San Diego County Office of Education; Gardena (CA); On-site; USD 92,000 - 145,000; Full time

Job summary

Join the City of Gardena as a Police Trainee, where you will undergo training to eventually become a Police Officer. This non-sworn position will focus on building essential law enforcement skills and responsibilities while you participate in a certified academy. The position offers various bonuses including educational pay and longevity pay, making it a rewarding career path with growth opportunities in public service.

Benefits

Longevity pay

Specialist bonus

Educational bonus pay

Uniform allowance

Bilingual pay

Qualifications

• Minimum age of 21 years at appointment.
• Must be a U.S. citizen or applied for citizenship.
• Possession of a valid California Driver's License required.

Responsibilities

• Receive training for eventual appointment as a Police Officer.
• Perform civilian police training work.
• Attend a P.O.S.T certified basic academy.

Skills

Mental capacity for police duties

Physical capacity for police duties

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

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THE POSITION

Under general supervision, will perform law enforcement, crime prevention and other duties related to the position as required.

REPRESENTATIVE DUTIES

The Police Trainee will be receiving training for eventual appointment as a Police Officer within the Gardena Police Department. Until appointment as a Police Officer, the Trainee is a non-sworn position performing civilian police training work and attending a P.O.S.T certified basic academy.

LONGEVITY PAY

Shall Be Granted To Affected Employees Who Have Completed Satisfactory Service With The Gardena Police Department With Bonuses Granted On a Cumulative Basis As Follows

7 Years of Service = $365.00 per month

12 Years of Service = $520.00 per month

20 Years of Service = Refer to GPOA MOU

26 Years of Service = Refer to GPOA MOU

PROBATIONARY PERIOD

12 months following completion of Academy

STEP 1: Granted upon successful completion of Academy

STEP 2: Granted after 6 months continuous and satisfactory service at Step 1.

STEP 3: Granted after one year continuous and satisfactory service at step 2.

STEPS 4, 5 & 6: Granted on an annual basis following continuous and satisfactory service.

SPECIALIST BONUS

$500 per month

EDUCATIONAL BONUS PAY

AA/AS Degree of P.O.S.T. Intermediate Certificate = $820.00 per month

BA/BS Degree or P.O.S.T. Advanced Certificate = $1,245.00 per month

UNIFORM ALLOWANCE

$900.00 annually

BILINGUAL PAY

$800.00 annually.

Minimum Qualifications

Age: 21 years at time of appointment to Step 1.

Education: Graduation from high school or equivalent G.E.D. Certificate.

Citizenship: U.S. citizen or must have applied for U.S. citizenship in compliance with Section 1031.5 of the Government Code.

Height, Weight, General Health: Applicants must have the capacity both mentally and physically to perform the essential duties of a Gardena Police Officer as determined by a qualified psychologist and/or medical examiner.

LICENSE

Must possess a valid Class “C” California Driver’s License, or if licensed in another state, be capable of securing the required California license.

FILING AND TESTING PROCEDURE

To apply, submit an original City of Gardena Employment Application to the address below. Incomplete of illegible applications will not be accepted. No fax or e-mail copies will be accepted. Applications must be received in the Human Resources Office by the filing deadline. Postmarks are not accepted. All applications will be reviewed and only those that demonstrate the best combination of qualifications and experience in relation to the requirements of the position will be invited to participate in the examination process.

Prior To Appointment, The Applicant Must Meet Minimum Standards Established By The Commission On Peace Officer Standards And Training And The City Of Gardena. Applicants Must Pass Processes Listed Below

• Written Exam Pass/Fail
• Physical Agility Pass/Fail
• Oral Interview 100%
• Polygraph Examination Qualifying
• Psychological Evaluation Qualifying
• Medical Examination Qualifying
• Background Investigation Qualifying
• Chief’s Oral Interview Qualifying
  
  

AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

The City of Gardena does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, ancestry, disability, marital status, age, sex or sexual orientation. The City of Gardena maintains and enforces a zero-tolerance policy relating to substance abuse and maintains a smoke-free workplace.

Submit Applications To

CITY OF GARDENA HUMAN RESOURCES OFFICE

1700 W. 162ND STREET, GARDENA, CA 90247

Human Resources Office: [phone]

www.cityofgardena.org

24 HR Job Hotline: [phone]

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