POLICE OFFICER TRAINEE

City of Stockton; Stockton (CA); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

The City of Stockton is offering an entry-level position for a Police Officer Trainee, aimed at individuals interested in a career in law enforcement. Candidates must be prepared to meet physical and educational requirements while completing a police academy program. The position comes with incentives such as a $15,000 sign-on bonus and immediate vacation hours, among other benefits.

Benefits

Sign on Bonus - $15,000

Relocation Assistance Reimbursement

40 hours of vacation available for immediate use

City pays entire employee share of health plan contribution

Qualifications

• Must be at least 20 years old before application and 21 by appointment.
• Must possess or obtain a valid California Class C driver's license.
• Ability to pass various background checks and physical exams.

Responsibilities

• Attend and successfully complete a police academy.
• Emphasis on community policing and relations.
• Engage in collaborative problem solving.

Skills

Community relations

Problem solving

Physical fitness

Education

Graduation from an accredited high school or GED

Some college coursework preferred

Job description

START A CAREER IN LAW ENFORCEMENT

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

OTHER INCENTIVES:

• City pays the entire employee share of their health plan contribution

CLASSIFIED/REPRESENTED POSITION

FLSA STATUS: Non-Exempt

*PHYSICAL ABILITY TEST (PAT) and PELLETB Written Test

Test Date: Saturday, July 19, 2025

See Supplemental Questions for important information:

• Physical Requirement
• Veterans Preference
• T-score Submission
• POST 30-Day Period
• Virtual Recruiting
• PAT/PELLETB Workshop
• PELLETB Preparation Guide
• "Mark your Calendar" Test Date!

This position is an entry-level, non-sworn position in the Police Department. Incumbents are assigned to the Basic Peace Officer Academy and must pass all requirements to obtain the Basic Peace Officer Standards and Training (P.O.S.T.) Certificate before becoming candidates for the sworn Police Officer position. Emphasis is on community-based policing, community relations, and collaborative problem solving. This classification is temporary; failure to complete the police academy will result in termination from employment.

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

Education: Graduation from an accredited high school or GED; some college coursework preferred.

Age: Must be 20 years old at application and 21 by appointment.

Driver's License: Must possess or obtain a valid California Class C driver's license with a satisfactory driving record.

Background Investigation: Must pass a background check, polygraph, psychological exam, and fingerprint clearance. Must be free from conditions or biases that could affect duties. Must pass a physical exam, including drug screening, with specific vision and hearing requirements.

Additional Requirements: Ability to work various shifts, respond to emergencies, and reside within 45 minutes of City Hall within three months of hire.

For detailed Police Officer Trainee responsibilities, click here.

All employees are considered disaster service workers and may be required to report for duty during emergencies, in accordance with California law.