Police Officer Trainee: Launch Your Law Enforcement Career

City of La Mesa; La Mesa (CA); On-site; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

The City of La Mesa is looking for a Police Officer Trainee who will progress to Police Officer after completing a P.O.S.T.-certified academy. The role includes rigorous screening, testing, and a comprehensive background process.

Hires attend the San Diego Regional Public Safety Training Institute and enroll in CalPERS as miscellaneous, non-safety members. This is a structured path to sworn duties upon graduation and oath.

Qualifications

• Must be 20 1/2 years of age at time of application.
• Must possess a valid driver?s license.
• Requires eligibility to work in the United States and pursue P.O.S.T. certification.

Responsibilities

• Patrol designated areas to preserve law and order and enforce traffic laws.
• Respond to calls for public safety, accidents, and incidents; provide aid as needed.
• Prepare reports and participate in investigations and community programs.
• Complete background checks and support the recruitment process per city policy.

Skills

Legal eligibility to work in the US

Valid driver\'s license

Basic investigative aptitude

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Two-year or four-year college degree

Job description

The City of La Mesa is looking for a Police Officer Trainee who will progress to Police Officer after completing a P.O.S.T.-certified academy. The role includes rigorous screening, testing, and a comprehensive background process.

Hires attend the San Diego Regional Public Safety Training Institute and enroll in CalPERS as miscellaneous, non-safety members. This is a structured path to sworn duties upon graduation and oath.