Police Recruit (Police Officer Recruit)

Santa Ana Police Department; Santa Ana (CA); On-site; USD 98,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Incentive pay: Level 1 5%

Incentive pay: Level 2 10%

Incentive pay: Level 3 15%

Advanced Post 2%

Shift Differential 5%

FTO/Detective/Motor Officer 2.5%

Bilingual pay $535.95 or $267.98

K9 Officer 5%

Helicopter Pilot 5%

Job summary

Santa Ana Police Department is seeking Police Recruits (civilian) who will attend a police academy to prepare for a career in law enforcement. After training, they will be sworn in as Police Officers at a monthly salary of $8,818 to $10,719, plus benefits and salary incentives.

Ideal candidates have driven performance, teamwork, and a commitment to public service. Incentives include several post- academy pay levels, bilingual pay opportunities, and shift or specialty differentials.

Qualifications

• One year of work experience in any field is desirable.
• Bilingual fluency is not required at this time; bilingual pay possible after academy.

Skills

One year work experience

Education

AA or BA degree

Job description

The City of Santa Ana is looking for individuals who are results-oriented, possess great attitude, demonstrate creativity and innovation, work efficiently, show a record of success and have a passion for public service. Having highly talented employees provides the best service to the community. Police Recruits are non-sworn (civilian) employees who attend a police academy to prepare for a career in law enforcement. Upon successful completion of this training, they are sworn in as Police Officers at a salary of $8,818.00 - $10,719.00 per month, plus benefits and salary incentives, some of which are listed below:

• Level 1: 5%
• Level 2: 10%
• Level 3: 15%
• Advanced Post: 2%
• Shift Differential: 5%
• Field Training Officer, Detective/Investigator, Motor Officer: 2.5%
• Bilingual: $535.95 or $267.98 depending on the level of fluency
• K9 Officer, Helicopter Pilot: 5%

For more information on incentive pay, please see Articles IV, V & VI of the Santa Ana Police Officers Association (POA) Memorandum of Understanding.

CHARACTERISTICS OF SUCCESSFUL PERFORMERS

Successful officers are characterized by the ability to make sound decisions which are based on fact, not emotion, quickly and repeatedly throughout the day. They demonstrate a strong sense of fairness and the ability to apply both the spirit and letter of the law within legal parameters of discretion. They embrace the principles of Community Oriented Policing by exhibiting a genuine concern for the safety of the community and the quality of life of its citizens, successful Police Officers are alert and ready to take action. They enjoy both working alone and as an integral part of a team effort. Ideal candidates are proficient in writing reports and handling paperwork and willingly work varying shifts, weekends and holidays.

Essential Functions

Please refer to this link to see a comprehensive list of job functions: Essential Functions

Requirements

One year of work experience in any field, A.A. or B.A. degree, and/or military experience is highly desirable.

Bilingual fluency is not required at this time. Applicants interested in receiving bilingual pay upon completion of the academy must be fluent in both English and any one of the following languages: Spanish, Vietnamese, Samoan, Hmong, Korean, or Cambodian.

NOTE: If you have failed the written examination or oral interview examination, you must wait at least three months to reapply. Individuals who have failed the psychological evaluation or Chief's file review must wait one year before reapplying.

All applicants are required to complete and submit a City application form online, as well as complete the supplemental questionnaire.