Police Officer Trainee (Police Academy)

Lathrop Animal Services; Lathrop (CA); On-site; USD 40,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking enthusiastic individuals to join their Police Officer Trainee program. This exciting entry-level position offers a unique opportunity to embark on a career in law enforcement while receiving comprehensive training at a certified academy. Candidates will gain essential skills in police procedures, first aid, and physical fitness, preparing them for a future as sworn officers. With a commitment to community safety and support, this role promises a fulfilling career path in one of California's fastest-growing cities. If you are self-motivated and dependable, this is your chance to make a difference in public safety.

Benefits

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

Vacation Time

Sick Leave

Deferred Compensation Plans

Qualifications

• Must be at least 21 years old and possess a valid California Class C Driver’s License.
• Able to meet background investigation and medical examination requirements.

Responsibilities

• Attend and participate in a comprehensive training program at a POST certified Basic Academy.
• Learn law enforcement techniques, police procedures, and physical fitness.

Skills

Good moral character

Self-motivated

Dependability

Basic first aid

Physical fitness

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

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POSITION INFORMATION

City of Lathrop - Police Officer Trainee

This recruitment is open until filled.

First interviews are tentatively scheduled for 12/12/2024.

The Position

Are you ready to begin your career in law enforcement? The City of Lathrop Police Department is actively recruiting for Police Officer Trainees. We are looking for individuals who are of good moral character, self-motivated, and dependable to help us provide outstanding public safety services in California’s fastest growing city. The Lathrop Police Department is committed to connecting and partnering with our diverse, supportive community to ensure Lathrop is a safe and desirable place to live, work, and visit.

Essential Duties And Responsibilities

Under general supervision, the Police Officer Trainee will attend and participate in a comprehensive training program at a Peace Officer Standards and Training (POST) certified Basic Academy, maintaining academic and practical standards as required. The Police Officer Trainee is a non-sworn, trainee-level class in the Police Officer series in which incumbents are expected to learn law enforcement techniques, police procedures, basic first aid, and physical fitness to prepare to perform in the capacity of a sworn police officer.

This is an entry-level position for individuals without prior law enforcement experience or certifications. Police Officer Trainees who satisfactorily complete all of the graduation requirements and obtain approval from the Chief of Police will become eligible for the sworn position of Police Officer.

Minimum Qualifications

• At least 21 years of age
• Possess a valid California Class C Driver’s License
• Possess a High School Diploma or an equivalent certificate or diploma recognized by the state of California.
• Able to meet statutory and agency requirements regarding background investigation, voice stress analysis or polygraph examination, and medical and psychological exams.
• T-score of 50 or greater on the POST Entry-Level Law Enforcement Test Battery (PELLETB) dated within one year.
• Passing score on the Physical Agility Test (PAT) dated within one year.

Basic Training Academy

The individual(s) hired for the trainee position will be enrolled in a full-time, intensive Basic Academy course which satisfies the POST minimum training requirements for California entry-level peace officers. The course typically meets Monday – Friday, 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m., is approximately six months in duration, and is designed for peace officer recruits who can dedicate their full attention and efforts towards completing the program.

After graduating from the Basic Academy, with the Chief of Police’s approval, the individual(s) selected will be reclassified to a sworn Police Officer position. Employment in the Police Officer Trainee classification is contingent upon maintaining enrollment in the POST certified academy for which they are enrolled. Incumbents who fail to maintain enrollment in the POST certified academy for any reason will be released from employment without cause and without the right of appeal.

About Lathrop

Incorporated in 1989, the City of Lathrop is located in the Northern San Joaquin Valley and sits east and west of the San Joaquin River. We are located approximately 70 miles east of San Francisco and 70 miles south of Sacramento. Lathrop’s population as of January 1, 2023, reported by the State of California Department of Finance, is 35,080 which represents an 11.1% growth from 2022.

Lathrop Police Department

The City of Lathrop Police Department was established in June 2022. The Department is currently funded with 48 sworn positions and supported by a team of Community Service Officers, Records Unit, Property and Evidence Unit, as well as administrative and budget support staff.

For more information, visit the Lathrop Police Department Transition Page.

The City of Lathrop offers a comprehensive benefits package including health, dental, vision and life insurance.

Retirement

• Tier one - CalPERS Classic employees prior to April 30, 2011; 2% at 55 Public Employees Retirement System (PERS) retirement benefit.
• Tier two - CalPERS Classic employees hired after April 29, 2011; 2% at 60 Public Employees Retirement System (PERS) retirement benefit.
• Tier three - New CalPERS members hired after December 31, 2012; 2% at 62 Public Employees Retirement System (PERS).

Health Insurance

The City currently contributes up to a maximum of $2,093 per month for Health Insurance (medical, dental, and vision) for full-time employees and eligible dependents beginning January 2025.

Vacation

• 0-4 Years: 80 hours (accrued bi-weekly)
• 5-9 Years: 120 hours (accrued bi-weekly)
• 10+ Years: 160 hours (accrued bi-weekly)

Sick Leave

96 hours (accrued bi-weekly). Upon accumulation of 96 hours sick time, up to 40 hours may be converted to vacation as outlined in the Personnel Rules and Regulations.

Term Life Insurance

City paid coverage equal to annual salary.

Deferred Compensation

Voluntary employee participation in four (4) 457 plans.