Police Officer Trainee – Academy Path to Sworn Officer

UC Santa Barbara; California; Vor Ort; USD 51.000 - 73.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

UC Santa Barbara is seeking Police Officer 1s to join the UCPD team. Attendees will complete the POST Certified Law Enforcement Academy and, upon graduation, become sworn full‑time officers.

The role encompasses academy training, administrative duties, and adherence to campus policies and vaccination programs. UCPD offers a structured training path with statewide jurisdiction and a commitment to ethical policing, transparency, and community engagement.

Qualifikationen

• At least 21 years of age.
• U.S. Citizenship (resident aliens must furnish proof of application).
• Valid California Driver's License.
• Writing skills sufficient to prepare police reports.
• Oral communication skills to interact with diverse personalities.
• Ability to relate to a diverse population.
• POST academy graduates may enter laterally.
• Two years of college or equivalent education/experience.
• Passing POST tests (PELLETB) and Physical Ability Test.
• Background check and fingerprinting required.

Aufgaben

• Attend and successfully complete Law Enforcement Academy (POST) / 99%.
• Administrative duties including required timecard reporting and department communications / 1%.
• Vaccination program compliance as required by university policy.
• UCPD functions as a full‑service, 24/7 police department with statewide jurisdiction.
• UCSB emphasizes ethical standards, transparency, and community partnerships.

Kenntnisse

Writing skills

Oral communication

Diversity awareness

Background check

POST academy experience

Ausbildung

High school diploma or equivalent

Two years of college

Bachelor's degree in related field

Jobbeschreibung

UC Santa Barbara is seeking Police Officer 1s to join the UCPD team. Attendees will complete the POST Certified Law Enforcement Academy and, upon graduation, become sworn full‑time officers.

The role encompasses academy training, administrative duties, and adherence to campus policies and vaccination programs. UCPD offers a structured training path with statewide jurisdiction and a commitment to ethical policing, transparency, and community engagement.