Police Officer Trainee - Growth, Benefits, Impact

City of Oakland; Oakland (CA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

CalPERS pension

Vacation leave

Sick leave

Holidays

Tuition reimbursement

Life insurance

Employee assistance program

Deferred compensation

Job summary

The City of Oakland is hiring Police Officer Trainees who are motivated, fair, and committed to serving Oakland’s diverse communities. Candidates must meet all minimum qualifications and be prepared to complete the police academy.

After graduation, Officers join the CalPERS pension system and receive benefits including city-paid health and dental insurance, leave, tuition reimbursement, life insurance, and an employee assistance program.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Must be 21 years old upon graduation from the academy.
• Must be a U.S. citizen.

Responsibilities

• Attend police academy; graduate and become a Police Officer.
• Uphold public safety and fairness in a fast-paced urban environment.
• Assist in community policing and serve diverse Oakland residents.

Skills

Driver's license

Citizenship verification

Education

High school diploma or GED

21 years of age at academy graduation

U.S. citizen

Job description

The City of Oakland is hiring Police Officer Trainees who are motivated, fair, and committed to serving Oakland’s diverse communities. Candidates must meet all minimum qualifications and be prepared to complete the police academy.

After graduation, Officers join the CalPERS pension system and receive benefits including city-paid health and dental insurance, leave, tuition reimbursement, life insurance, and an employee assistance program.