Police Trainee

Bellevue College; Gardena (CA); On-site; USD 40,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking local government as a Police Trainee, where you will embark on a journey of civilian police training and attend a certified police academy. This exciting opportunity prepares you for a rewarding career as a Police Officer, focusing on law enforcement and crime prevention. You will engage in essential training while performing valuable tasks for the Police Department. With a structured probationary period and clear steps for advancement, this role offers a pathway to a fulfilling career in public safety. If you are ready to make a difference in your community, this position is for you!

Qualifications

• Must be 21 years old at time of appointment to Step 1.
• Graduation from high school or equivalent G.E.D. Certificate required.

Responsibilities

• Receive training for eventual appointment as a Police Officer.
• Perform non-sworn police-related tasks for the Police Department.

Skills

Law Enforcement

Crime Prevention

Physical Agility

Written Communication

Education

High School Diploma or G.E.D.

Tools

California Driver's License

Job description

A Police Trainee is a non-sworn, local government, miscellaneous employee as defined under Government Code Section 20018. Upon hire, the Police Trainee is eligible to begin receiving civilian police training as well as attending a Peace Officer Standards and Training (P.O.S.T.) certified police academy to prepare the incumbent to assume the responsibilities of a Police Officer upon completion of the academy. Work may also include performing non-sworn police-related tasks directly for the Police Department during non-academy hours.

Under general supervision, will perform law enforcement, crime prevention and other duties related to the position as required.

REPRESENTATIVE DUTIES

The Police Trainee will be receiving training for eventual appointment as a Police Officer within the Gardena Police Department. Until appointment as a Police Officer, the Trainee is a non-sworn position performing civilian police training work and attending a P.O.S.T certified basic academy.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

AGE: 21 years at time of appointment to Step 1.
EDUCATION: Graduation from high school or equivalent G.E.D. Certificate.
HEIGHT, WEIGHT, GENERAL HEALTH: Applicants must have the capacity both mentally and physically to perform the essential duties of a Gardena Police Officer as determined by a qualified psychologist and/or medical examiner.

LICENSE

Must possess a valid Class "C" California Driver's License, or if licensed in another state, be capable of securing the required California license.

Probationary Period

Probationary Period is 12 months following the completion of Academy.
STEP 1: Granted upon successful completion of Academy.
STEP 2: Granted after 6 months of continuous and satisfactory service at Step 1.
STEP 3: Granted after 1 year of continuous and satisfactory service at Step 2.
STEP 4, 5, & 6: Granted on annual basis following continuous and satisfactory service.

Testing Procedure:

Prior to appointment, the applicant must meet minimum standards by the Commission on Peace Officer Standards and Training and the City of Gardena. Applicants must pass the processes listed below:

1. Written Exam - Pass/Fail
2. Physical Agility - Pass/Fail
3. Oral Interview - 100%
4. Polygraph Examination - Qualifying
5. Psychological Evaluation - Qualifying
6. Medical Examination - Qualifying
7. Background Investigation - Qualifying
8. Chief's Oral Interview - Qualifying

Upcoming Test Dates:

Written Exam (PELLETB): March 7, 2025
Physical Agility Test: March 23, 2025