Public Safety Officer I — Training to Sworn Officer

Sunnyvale Police Department; Sunnyvale (CA); On-site; USD 158,000 - 197,000; Full time

Job summary

Sunnyvale Police Department is seeking a Public Safety Officer I - Lateral. This sworn training position offers progression to Public Safety Officer II upon successful completion of training, with a salary range of $158,141 to $197,027 annually.

California requirements include POST certification and a valid driver record. Under supervision, you will learn to perform a wide range of public safety duties, including law enforcement, fire suppression, rescue, and EMS, with opportunities for

Qualifications

• Associate's degree or 60 semester units or 90 quarter units from an accredited college or university; AND two years of police work.
• Successful completion of a POST-approved police academy.

Responsibilities

• Learn to perform the full range of public safety duties under supervision, including law enforcement, fire suppression, rescue, and EMS.
• Participate in field training and fire academy to prepare for promotion to Public Safety Officer II.
• Assist in enforcing traffic laws and providing testimony in court when required.
• Engage in community education and crime prevention activities.

Education

Associate's degree / 60 semester units / 90 quarter units

Job description

Sunnyvale Police Department is seeking a Public Safety Officer I - Lateral. This sworn training position offers progression to Public Safety Officer II upon successful completion of training, with a salary range of $158,141 to $197,027 annually.

California requirements include POST certification and a valid driver record. Under supervision, you will learn to perform a wide range of public safety duties, including law enforcement, fire suppression, rescue, and EMS, with opportunities for