Police Officer Trainee

City of Sausalito; Sausalito (CA); On-site; USD 86,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

The City of Sausalito is inviting applications for a Police Officer Trainee. Pay is $35.31 per hour during the academy, with $91,811 annually upon successful completion of the academy. A $5,000 hiring bonus is awarded at academy graduation, plus $5,000 after probationary completion, totaling $10,000.

After POST Academy completion, the position becomes a full-time probationary Police Officer. Open until filled; equal opportunity employer.

Qualifications

• Education: High school diploma or GED; or two-year/four-year/advanced degree from an accredited college or university. College coursework in police science, criminal justice, or a related field is desirable.
• Experience: Not required but desired.
• Licenses/Certifications: Possession of a valid California Class C driver's license.

Responsibilities

• Attend a POST-certified training academy to obtain the basic skills and fitness for Police Officer duties.
• Enforce Federal, State, and local laws and respond to calls to protect life and property.
• Undergo a thorough background investigation, polygraph/voice stress analysis, psychological assessment, and medical exam prior to appointment.

Skills

Customer service

Judgment & initiative

Interpersonal communication

Ability to work under stress

Education

High school diploma or GED

Police science / criminal justice coursework desirable

Job description

HAVE YOU EVER DREAMED OF BECOMING A POLICE OFFICER?

NOW IS YOUR CHANCE!

The City of Sausalito Invites Applications for the Position of

POLICE OFFICER TRAINEE

Pay: $35.31 Hourly during academy attendance

$91,811 Annually upon successful completion of the academy

Hiring Bonus $5,000 upon Academy Graduation, and $5,000 after successful completion of Probationary Period ($10,000 total)

Upon successful completion of POST Academy, the position becomes a full-time probationary Police Officer position

OPEN UNTIL FILLED

The City of Sausalito Police Department is seeking empathetic, driven, collaborative Police Officer Trainees. The Police Officer Trainee learns to enforce Federal, State, and local laws and to respond to calls for the protection of life and property by attending a basic Peace Officer Standards and Training (POST) certified training academy to obtain the basic skills and fitness level necessary for the performance of Police Officer duties. This position requires a thorough background investigation, a polygraph/voice stress analysis examination, a psychological assessment, and a medical exam prior to appointment.

IDEAL CANDIDATE:

• Possess good customer service skills.
• Exercise sound judgment and initiative.
• Be adaptable and able to occasionally work under stressful or difficult conditions.
• Interact comfortably and effectively with a diverse population of individuals from all socioeconomic backgrounds.
• Previous experience is not required but experience in a law enforcement environment is highly desirable.
• Must be 21 years of age at the date of hire.
• Must be of good moral character with no felony convictions.
• Must be lawfully able to possess a firearm.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Any combination of training and experience that would provide the required knowledge, skills, and abilities is qualifying. A typical way to obtain the required qualifications would be:

Education: Equivalent to graduation from an accredited U.S. high school; passing score on the General Education Development (GED) test; OR possession of a two-year, four-year, or advanced degree from an accredited college or university. College coursework in police science, criminal justice, or a related field is desirable.

Experience: Not required but desired.

Special Requirements:

• Must be 21 years of age as of the date of hire per California Government Code 1031.4.
• Must be legally authorized to work in the United States per California Government Code 1031 and Federal Code §274a.2.
• Must be of good moral character with no felony convictions.
• Must be lawfully able to possess a firearm.

Licenses/Certifications: Possession of a valid California Class C driver's license with an acceptable driving record.

ABOUT THE POLICE DEPARTMENT:

The Sausalito Police Department is committed to maintaining Sausalito as a desirable place for people to live, work, and play. Our goals are to enhance the quality of life, seek solutions to problems, and nurture a sense of security within the community. Community partnerships are a key ingredient for ensuring Sausalito remains safe and enjoyable. By working together, we can continue to create and maintain the quality of life we expect for all those who love and enjoy Sausalito. Our mission is with integrity and professionalism, we are dedicated to working in partnership with our community, to enhance safety, quality of life, and community trust.

SELECTION PROCESS:

It is important to complete all required application materials. Applications will be reviewed in detail to identify the most qualified candidates to interview.

SUCCESSFUL CANDIDATES WILL BE REQUIRED TO UNDERGO A STANDARD POLICE BACKGROUND INVESTIGATION INCLUDING FINGERPRINTING, POLYGRAPH EXAM, PSYCHOLOGICAL EVALUATION, AND COMPLETE PHYSICAL EXAM WITH DRUG SCREENING.

Completion of the application is a required part of the application and examination process. “See Resume” will not be acceptable as an answer to completing the application or answering the supplemental questions.

APPLICATION PROCESS:

The City of Sausalito is not responsible for the failure of internet forms or email in submitting your application. Candidates with a disability who may require special assistance in any phase of the application or selection process should advise Human Resources, [e-mail] or (415) 289- 4130.

This position is OPEN UNTIL FILLED

IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER