Police Officer Trainee

Gilroy Police Department; Gilroy (CA); Presencial; USD 86.000 - 103.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Sponsorship to attend Basic Academy

Mentorship and support during the A cA

Descripción de la vacante

Gilroy Police Department seeks a Police Officer Trainee to begin a P.O.S.T. Basic Academy. Trainees will receive a fixed monthly salary while attending the academy and sponsorship to complete training.

Upon successful completion of the academy, sworn officers will have access to advanced training and specialty assignments, with a path toward leadership and community safety. The program emphasizes integrity, teamwork, and service.

Formación

• Must be at least 20.5 years old at testing and 21 at appointment.
• Pass a P.O.S.T. physical agility test.
• Possess a valid California Driver License and clean driving record.
• Be free from physical conditions that affect peace officer duties.
• Bilingual English/Spanish desired but not required.

Responsabilidades

• Attend and graduate from a California P.O.S.T. approved basic academy.
• Learn and perform related learning activities (defensive tactics, firearms, driving).
• Care for and maintain departmental equipment.
• Attend academy courses and training according to schedule.

Conocimientos

Community relations

Ethical integrity

Adaptability

Strong work ethic

Public service mindset

Bilingual (English/Spanish) desired

Educación

High school diploma or GED

Some college work preferred

Descripción del empleo

POLICE OFFICER TRAINEE

$8,467.43 per month(Flat salary while attending the P.O.S.T Basic Police Academy)

WHAT YOU GAIN AS A MEMBER OF GILROY PD

• Sponsorship to attend the Basic Academy
• Mentorship and support while attending the Basic Academy

Once hired as a Sworn Officer:

• Competitive Salary
• State of the Art Training and Equipment
• On-site Work Out Facility
• Specialty Assignments:
• Investigations
• Traffic/Motors
• Anti-Crime Team
• County Task Forces
• Field Training Officer
• SWAT/HNT
• K-9 and Mounted Units
• Bike Unit
• Crime Scene Investigations
• Peer Support Team
• Honor Guard
• Unmanned Aerial Systems

IF YOU HAVE:

• The drive to be a top performer in a P.O.S.T. Basic Academy
• The ability to learn and embrace contemporary modern policing practices
• The desire to train, learn and implement effective police practices in partnership with the community
• The willingness to be a part of police technology advances
• The ability to build relationships with community members from diverse backgrounds
• A strong and compassionate work ethic
• The ability to adapt to a changing environment
• A self-accountable attitude and approach to your studies and work
• A heart for community service
• The desire to be a role model for youth in our community
• The courage to ensure a safe community for Gilroy residents and visitors
• Respect, Integrity, Compassion, Teamwork, Innovation, & Accountability

Then…………………YOU ARE A GOOD FIT FOR THE GILROY POLICE DEPARTMENT!JOIN OUR TEAM

ABOUT THE POSITION

The City of Gilroy is recruiting for the position of Police Officer Trainee. The Gilroy Police Department is located 28 miles south of San Jose, in Santa Clara County, and serves a diverse population base of approximately 60,000 residents. The Gilroy Police Department (GPD) provides 24 hours patrol services responding to public safety calls for service and implementing crime suppression, conducting investigations, traffic enforcement and accident investigation and solving civil conflicts, arresting suspects and engaging in directed patrol missions to prevent or reduce crime in order to protect life and property for the citizens of Gilroy.

The Mission of the Gilroy Police Department is: Providing excellent public safety services in partnership with the community.

The Vision of the Gilroy Police Department is: The men and women of the Gilroy Police Department are dedicated to courageously ensuring the safety of our community.

The Core Values are: Respect, Integrity, Compassion, Teamwork, Innovation, and Accountability.

GENERAL DESCRIPTION

Under general direction of a police supervisor and/or police academy supervisor, and in a non-sworn capacity, attend and participate in a comprehensive training program at a Peace Officer Standards and Training (P.O.S.T.) certified basic police academy; to learn, train and successfully perform all related learning and testing activities relative to the technical knowledge, skills and physical capabilities required to perform in the capacity of a sworn police officer; and to successfully complete the police academy. Perform related duties as required.

Police Officer Trainees do not possess peace officer authority while attending the academy. Individuals in this job classification are considered temporary, non-sworn, at-will employees. Appointment to a sworn peace officer position is contingent upon successful completion of the academy followed by a final review by the Police Chief.

• Attend, fully participate in, successfully complete and graduate from a California P.O.S.T. approved basic police academy.
• Successfully perform all related learning, both academic and physical (defensive tactics, firearms, driving, etc.), and testing activities.
• Care for and maintain departmental equipment.
• Attend all academy courses and training in accordance with the academy schedule which may include varied days and/or hours.
• Report criminal activity.
• Perform in specialized functions when assigned.
• Participate in related training programs.
• May be required to speak in front of community groups.
• May do research into law, policies, and related matters.
• May be subject to recall/call-out.
• Perform related work as required.
• High school graduation or G.E.D. equivalency. Some college work preferred.
• Must be at least 20.5 years of age at time of testing and at least 21 years of age at time of appointment to sworn peace officer.
• Pass a P.O.S.T. physical agility test.
• Be able to meet the current Peace Officer Standards and Training (P.O.S.T.) medical standards for a peace officer and be free from any physical condition, which might adversely affect the exercise of power as a peace officer.
• Pass a P.O.S.T. background investigation, which includes a polygraph examination, an extensive Department of Justice criminal record check, an FBI check and a firearms clearance.
• Pass a post-offer psychological evaluation and a medical examination, which includes a drug test.
• Possess and maintain a valid California Driver License and a safe driving record necessary to operate assigned vehicles.
• Required to be proficient in typical police weaponry and meet department firearms qualification requirements.
• Pass all required department and P.O.S.T. training.
• Possess and maintain CPR and First Aid Certificates within six (6) months of hire.
• Within 18 months from date of hire as a sworn peace officer, must establish and maintain residency within 45 minutes normal driving time from the Gilroy Police Station.
• Bilingual (English/Spanish) desired, but not required.
• Prefer non-tobacco user.

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