POLICE OFFICER TRAINEE

City of Stockton, CA; Stockton (CA); Presencial; USD 60.000 - 76.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Sign-on Bonus

Relocation Assistance

Immediate vacation

Health plan contribution

Descripción de la vacante

City of Stockton, CA is seeking an entry-level Police Officer Trainee to join the Police Department and begin the Basic POST Academy. The position is non-sworn and classified/represented, with a focus on community-based policing and cooperative problem solving.

Applicants must have a high school diploma or GED, be at least 20 (21 by appointment), hold a valid CA Class C license, and pass mandatory background, drug screen, medical and PELLETB/NTN tests.

Formación

• Education: Graduation from an accredited United States high school or possession of a GED certificate. Completion of some college coursework is preferred.
• Age: Must be twenty (20) years of age at the time of application, and twenty-one (21) years of age by the time of appointment.
• Driver's License: Must possess or be able to obtain and maintain a valid California Class C driver's license and have a satisfactory driving record.
• Background Investigation: Must successfully complete a background investigation, which shall include a polygraph and psychological examination, and a California Department of Justice fingerprint clearance.
• Physical/Score Test: Applicants who have a California POST Entry‑Level Law Enforcement Test Battery (PELLETB) T‑Score of 45.0 or higher or qualifying NTN score may submit the score.
• Veteran's Preference: Applicants who have served on active duty in any branch of the United States Armed Forces for at least 181 consecutive days may receive Veteran's Preference Points.

Responsabilidades

• Attend and successfully complete a police academy to prepare for the position of Police Officer

Conocimientos

Physical fitness

Driving ability

Background clearance

Educación

High school diploma or GED

Descripción del empleo

POLICE OFFICER TRAINEE

View the City of Stockton Police website https://joinstocktonpd.com/

Incentives For New Employees

• Sign on Bonus - $15,000
• Relocation Assistance Reimbursement
• 40 hours of vacation available for immediate use
• City pays the entire employee share of their health plan contribution

Position Overview

CLASSIFIED/REPRESENTED POSITION

FLSA STATUS: Non-Exempt

PHYSICAL ABILITY TEST (PAT) and PELLETB Written Test

Saturday, October 24, 2026

CLASS CHARACTERISTICS

This position is an entry-level, non-sworn position in the Police Department. Incumbents are assigned to the Basic Peace Officer Academy and must satisfactorily pass all of the requirements that lead to the possession of the Basic Peace Officer Standards and Training (P.O.S.T.) Certificate before becoming candidates for the sworn position of Police Officer. Emphasis is placed on community-based policing, familiarization between law enforcement and community residents, and collaborative problem solving. Assignment to this classification is temporary. Failure to complete a police academy will result in termination from City of Stockton employment.

Principal Duties (Illustrative Only)

• Attend and successfully complete a police academy to prepare for the position of Police Officer

Qualifications

• Education: Graduation from an accredited United States high school or possession of a GED certificate. Completion of some college coursework is preferred.
• Age: Must be twenty (20) years of age at the time of application, and twenty-one (21) years of age by the time of appointment.
• Driver's License: Must possess or be able to obtain and maintain a valid California Class C driver's license and have a satisfactory driving record.
• Background Investigation: Must successfully complete a background investigation, which shall include a polygraph and psychological examination, and a California Department of Justice fingerprint clearance. Must be found free from any physical, emotional, or mental condition, including bias against race or ethnicity, gender, nationality, religion, disability, or sexual orientation, that might adversely affect the exercise of the powers of a peace officer. Must be able to pass a physical examination, which includes a drug screen, administered by the City Physician. Vision requirements are 20/100 uncorrected; 20/30 corrected. Color blindness will be cause for rejection. Hearing must be within normal range -- 5/5.
• Physical/Score Test: Applicants who have a California POST Entry‑Level Law Enforcement Test Battery (PELLETB) T‑Score of 45.0 or higher or qualifying National Testing Network (NTN) score may submit the score. Achieved a T‑Score of 45.0 or higher or qualifying NTN; test must be administered by a California law enforcement agency or academy or NTN within 12 months of submitting the application.
• Veteran's Preference: Applicants who have served on active duty in any branch of the United States Armed Forces, including the National Guard and the United States Coast Guard, for at least 181 consecutive days and have been honorably discharged may receive Veteran's Preference Points.

Additional Requirements

• Must be able to work days, evenings, nights, weekends and holidays; and drive.
• The City of Stockton requires employees in a public safety classification to reasonably respond to emergencies at all times. Employees will be required to maintain primary residence within 45 minutes of City Hall to timely respond to emergencies and meet the health, safety, and welfare needs of the City. New employees have up to three (3) months from the date of hire to comply with the requirement. Any interested candidates must be willing to adhere to this requirement throughout the duration of employment.
• Applicants must possess the knowledge, skills, and physical/mental abilities.

Testing and Physical Requirements

• Drag a 165lb. weighted dummy for 32 feet; scale a 6' solid wall; scale a 6' chain link fence; complete a 99 yard obstacle course, which may consist of: 3 - 6 inch high simulated curbs; 34\" high saw horse obstacle to maneuver over; 500 yard run. Must be in good physical condition prior to the start of the academy process.

Benefits

• Health Benefits – Choice of Kaiser and Sutter health insurance plans. The City will cover the entire employee’s share of the monthly health plan contribution.
• Dental and Vision Plans – City of Stockton offers the choice of Delta Dental PPO or DHMO plans. The City offers VSP as a Vision plan. The City will cover the entire employee’s share of the monthly dental and vision plan contributions.
• Life Insurance and Long Term Disability – Employees are provided life insurance through Lincoln National Life Insurance Company with life insurance benefits of $50,000 for each employee. For some employee bargaining units, Accidental Death & Dismemberment (AD&D) benefit is provided.
• Retirement Program – CalPERS (formula is dependent on hire date and member status in CalPERS). The City also offers a voluntary Deferred Compensation 457 Plan through Empower. The City will provide a dollar-for-dollar matching contribution to the deferred compensation 401(a) plan for participating employees up to a maximum of $600.00 per fiscal year. Public Safety does not participate in Social Security.
• Longevity Pay – Officers who have been employed with the City of Stockton for 5 years will receive 2% longevity pay. Officers with 10 years will receive an additional 2%; Officers with 15 years will receive an additional 2%; Officers with 20 years will receive an additional 2%; Service years will be based on the employee’s initial P.O.S.T. certification date if that year is earlier than their most recent hire date with the City.
• Vacation – All regular status employees, excluding provisional, temporary, and part-time employees, shall accrue vacation leave with pay semi-monthly at the rate of 80 hours per year the first year and a half and progresses up to 189 hours per year up to 25 years. For 25 + years of service, seven (7) additional hours are added for each additional completed year of service. Maximum accruals do apply.
• Sick Leave – All regular status employees, except provisional, temporary, and part-time employees, shall accrue sick leave at the rate of eight (8) hours for each full month of service. All regular status employees, except provisional, temporary, and part-time employees, working less than a full month shall accrue sick leave on a prorated basis. Unused sick leave shall accumulate from year to year.
• Holidays – There are 14 paid holidays per year.
• Uniform Allowance – Employees receive a uniform allowance of $950 per year.
• Additional Benefits – Employee Assistance Program, Section 125 Plans, Voluntary Products (Life Insurance, AD&D, Hospital, Accident, Short-term disability insurances), Direct Deposit, Education Assistance.

Union

STOCKTON POLICE OFFICER'S ASSOCIATION (SPOA)

Contact

Email: [e-mail]

Phone: [phone] (for human resources staff, Eric Torr)

Administrative Notes

In accordance with California Government Code section 3100, et., seq., all City of Stockton employees are considered disaster service workers who may be required to report for duty, or remain on duty to address disaster service activities in the event of an emergency or disaster and are required to undertake an applicable loyalty oath.

The information in this announcement concerning the terms and conditions of employment does not constitute either an express or implied contract, and these provisions are subject to change.

Employee Benefits are subject to change through the collective bargaining process and are not guaranteed.