POLICE OFFICER TRAINEE

City of Inglewood; Inglewood (CA); On-site; USD 40,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking dedicated individuals for the Police Officer Trainee position. This role offers a unique opportunity to serve the community while undergoing training at a POST-approved police academy. Successful candidates will not only gain invaluable skills but also enjoy a generous signing bonus, especially for those with a Bachelor's degree or military background. If you are passionate about law enforcement and public safety, this is your chance to embark on a fulfilling career path with excellent support and training.

Benefits

$15,000 Signing Bonus for Bachelor's Degree Holders

$10,000 Signing Bonus for U.S. Military Veterans

Qualifications

• Must be at least 21 years old and possess a valid California Driver's License.
• Vision must be corrected to 20/25 and weight must be proportionate to height.

Responsibilities

• Attend a POST-approved basic police academy to become eligible for a full-time role.
• Complete various physical and written tests as part of the examination process.

Skills

Communication Skills

Interpersonal Skills

Decision-Making Skills

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Bachelor's Degree

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NEW HIRE, $15,000 SIGNING BONUS FOR APPLICANTS WITH A BACHELOR’S DEGREE

NEW HIRE, $10,000 SIGNING BONUS FOR U.S. MILITARY VETERANS (Details provided by ASB Staff)

POSITION

A Police Officer Trainee is a civilian position filled by individuals attending a POST-approved basic police academy. Upon completing the academy, the individual will be eligible to be sworn in as a full-time probationary Police Officer.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• U.S. high school diploma, GED, or approved equivalency test
• At least 21 years of age at appointment
• Vision corrected to 20/25
• Weight proportionate to height
• Legally authorized to work in the U.S.
• Valid California Driver's License

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

Must be able to stand, sit, walk, lift, carry, push, pull, climb, stoop, twist, kneel, crawl, run, grasp, and see clearly, among other physical demands.

The Examination Process

1. Written Test: 100 multiple-choice questions. Re-take available after 15 days; after three attempts, 90-day wait.
2. Physical Agility Test: Assesses physical ability. Re-take available after 15 days; after three attempts, 90-day wait.
3. Structured Oral Interview: Assesses communication, interpersonal, and decision-making skills; minimum score 70%. Top candidates proceed to background check.
4. Background Investigation: Includes personal history, criminal record, polygraph.
5. Medical Examination: City-paid medical, drug screening, psychological evaluation.

Additional Information

• Seniority level: Associate
• Employment type: Other
• Job function: Other
• Industries: Law Enforcement and Public Safety