Police Officer Trainee — Academy Path with Benefits & Growth

Oakland Police Department; Oakland (CA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

City-paid health insurance

Dental insurance

CalPERS pension

Vacation leave

Sick leave

Holidays

Tuition reimbursement

Life insurance

Employee assistance program

Deferred compensation plan

Job summary

The Oakland Police Department is seeking Police Officer Trainees in Oakland, CA. After academy completion, officers receive step increases and may reach the top step after five years.

The department offers city-paid health and dental insurance, a CalPERS pension, vacation leave, sick leave, holidays, tuition reimbursement, life insurance, an employee assistance program, and a deferred compensation plan, in a fast-paced urban environment.

Qualifications

• Education: Diploma from an accredited U.S. high school or G.E.D. certificate.
• Age: 21 years at academy graduation (six months the academy duration).
• Driver's License: Possess and maintain a valid Driver's License to operate a vehicle.
• Criminal Record: No felony convictions or disqualifying misdemeanors that would prevent carrying a firearm.
• Citizenship: Must be a U.S. citizen.

Responsibilities

• Identify problems and resolve them quickly while under pressure in a fast-paced urban environment.

Job description

The Oakland Police Department is seeking Police Officer Trainees in Oakland, CA. After academy completion, officers receive step increases and may reach the top step after five years.

The department offers city-paid health and dental insurance, a CalPERS pension, vacation leave, sick leave, holidays, tuition reimbursement, life insurance, an employee assistance program, and a deferred compensation plan, in a fast-paced urban environment.