POLICE RECRUIT

Signal Hill PD; Signal Hill (CA); On-site; USD 91,000 - 117,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a dedicated police department committed to community service and public safety. This rewarding position offers the opportunity to train as a police officer while engaging in vital community interactions. Recruits will gain essential skills in law enforcement through a P.O.S.T. certified academy, preparing them for a fulfilling career protecting life and property. The department values its officers and provides a supportive environment. If you're passionate about making a difference in your community and have a strong desire to serve, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Completion of 60 college units in criminal justice is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Attend P.O.S.T. certified police academy for formal training.
• Perform non-sworn tasks in various Police Department areas.
• Learn to patrol, answer calls, and conduct investigations.

Skills

Communication Skills

Problem-Solving Skills

Physical Agility

Report Writing

Education

High School Diploma

60 College Units in Criminal Justice

Job description

PLEASE READ THE ENTIRE JOB BULLETIN, MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS, AND THE POLICE DEPARTMENT HIRING STANDARDS BEFORE SUBMITTING YOUR EMPLOYMENT APPLICATION.

Join the City of Signal Hill Police Department for a rewarding career, where Officers care about their community and the community supports its Officers. The Department is devoted to enhancing the quality of life in the City by providing a proactive and professional level of police service, and treating all persons with fairness, respect, and dignity. Upon satisfactory completion of P.O.S.T. academy and meeting other requirements as a recruit, a Police Officer's salary is $91,385.96 - $116,634.21 annually.

The City of Signal Hill is a small, 2.2-square-mile city that is a tight-knit and peaceful community. It recognizes and appreciates the value of its Police Department. The Signal Hill Police Department boasts a state-of-the-art facility, technology, equipment, and maintains a great relationship with the community, making us THE PLACE TO WORK in Los Angeles County.

This is a non-sworn, non-represented, civilian classification, designed to train police officer candidates for eligibility as sworn officers, with promotion contingent upon successful completion of police academy training and other requirements. Police recruits attend a basic police recruit academy certified by the California Commission on Peace Officer Standards and Training (P.O.S.T.). The position requires full-time attendance at a P.O.S.T. certified academy. Work may also include performing non-sworn police-related tasks during non-academy hours. Academy progress is reviewed through the formal evaluation system of the police academy, and non-academy work is reviewed via reports, inspections, and observations. Upon graduation, recruits become sworn police officers with full salary, safety status, and benefits. All new hires must pass a 12-month probationary period to attain permanent police officer status.

Examination Plan

1. Written Exam (PELLETB) 20% - TBD
2. Physical Agility Test (PAT) - Qualifying - TBD
3. Interview - 70% - TBD
4. Writing Skills Exercise - 10% - TBD

The City of Signal Hill will accept a P.O.S.T. Entry-Level Law Enforcement Test Battery (PELLETB) T-Score of 46 or higher taken within 6 months of application. A copy of your PELLETB T-score must be submitted with your application.

The City does not have, nor do we recommend, any study materials.

Essential Functions

As defined under the Americans with Disabilities Act, may include but are not limited to:

• Attending a P.O.S.T. certified basic police academy to obtain formal training in police work related to public safety and protection of life and property.
• Performing non-sworn work in various Police Department areas such as jail operations, communication center, property and evidence handling, service desk, and community relations.
• Learning to patrol, answer calls, conduct investigations, interview victims and witnesses, and handle complaints including domestic disturbances and ordinance violations.
• Enforcing traffic laws, conducting accident investigations, controlling traffic, performing crowd control, and assisting in crime prevention and juvenile delinquency control.
• Learning procedures for evidence processing, report writing, serving warrants, testifying in court, and cooperating with other law enforcement agencies.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Valid Class C California driver license, acceptable driving record, and evidence of insurance.
• Desirable: Completion of 60 college units in criminal justice or related field.

Other Requirements

• U.S. citizen or resident alien who has applied for citizenship.
• At least 21 years old upon completion of the police academy.
• Uncorrected vision at least 20/70, corrected to 20/20, with normal depth perception and color vision.
• Normal hearing in both ears.
• Proper proportion of height and weight.
• Ability to meet physical requirements as established by authorities.

***IMPORTANT*** A comprehensive background check, polygraph, pre-employment medical, and psychological evaluations are required. Recent illegal activity may disqualify applicants.