Police Officer Trainee

Police Officer

Basic goals and objectives of law enforcement. Correct English usage, spelling, grammar and punctuation. Basic mathematical principles. Meet the requirement for sworn Police Officer contained in the California State Government Code. Learn, understand, interpret and apply laws, regulations, policies and procedures. Learn police safety principles and techniques. Understand and carry out verbal and written instructions. Communicate effectively, orally and in writing. Prepare comprehensive records and reports. Exercise self-control and good judgment in emergency/hazardous situations. Meet the public with courtesy and tact. Establish and maintain cooperative work relationships with those contacted in the performance of duties. Minimum age of 21 at time of appointment. Must be of good moral character with no felony convictions. Must have a U.S. citizenship or have filed application for citizenship. Must have a valid California Class "C" driver license and an acceptable driving record. Bilingual skills are highly desirable.

Selection Process: All application materials will be thoroughly screened and "the most qualified" applicants will be invited to participate in the testing process which shall consist of, but may not be limited to the following: Written Examination (Pass/Fail) - Scheduled for Wednesday, December 9, 2026 at the Cypress Community Center. Physical Agility Test (Pass/Fail) - Scheduled for Friday, January 8, 2027 at Golden West College in Huntington Beach. Oral Interview (Weighted 100%) Acceptable results qualify candidates to be placed on an eligibility list for a period of six months. After a thorough background review, including a fingerprint check, polygraph examination and a Chief's oral interview, a Conditional Officer of Employment is made pending candidates pass a comprehensive physical examination with alcohol and controlled substance screening and a psychological examination prior to appointment as a Police Officer Trainee. CYPRESS POLICE DEPARTMENT Employment Disqualification Standards CRIMINAL Any felony conviction except as provided in Government Code 1029(b)-(e). ILLEGAL USE OR POSSESSION OF DRUGS Any adult use or possession of a drug classified as an illegal opiate, hallucinogen, stimulant or depressant in the past 7 years. This includes cocaine, methamphetamine, heroin, GHB, ecstasy, etc. FINANCIAL A pattern, history, or irresponsibility as evidenced by debt collections, civil judgments, or failure to pay, etc. Exigent circumstances may be evaluated on an individual basis. MOTOR VEHICLE OPERATIONS Any conviction of driving under the influence of alcohol or drugs within the past seven years of the date of application or more than one conviction of driving under the influence at any time. ALL POLICE DEPARTMENT APPLICANTS WILL UNDERGO A THOROUGH BACKGROUND INVESTIGATION TO ENSURE CANDIDATES ARE OF GOOD MORAL CHARACTER (GOV'T CODE SECTION 1031). ALL BACKGROUND INVESTIGATIONS WILL BE SUPPLEMENTED BY A POLYGRAPH EXAMINATION

Paid Vacation – All full-time employees accrue 80 vacation hours per year, up to a maximum of 160 hours at eleven years of employment. Sick Leave – 8 hours per month. There is unlimited accumulation, and the City has an annual payoff plan for unused sick leave, plus a payoff plan upon termination. 3/12 and 4/10 Schedule – Employee works three (3) twelve and one-half (12.5) hour or four (4) ten (10) hour shifts in a seven (7) day work period. May be assigned to work a varied schedule including weekends and/or evenings. Holidays –11 paid holidays per year plus floating holiday time (hours depend on assigned schedule). Tuition Reimbursement – Employees receive up to $1,320 per fiscal year to attend accredited colleges. Health Insurance – The City pays 100% of the employee's group insurance premium, which includes medical, dental, vision, life, long and short term disability. Dependent/ additional benefits are available, a portion of which is paid by the City. Retirement Health Savings Plan – $125/month contribution towards Retiree Health Savings (RHS) Plan. Retirement – Cypress is a member of the California Public Employees' Retirement System (CalPERS). Employees shall pay 12% of salary towards their retirement benefits with CalPERS. The plan includes the following options: 3% at 50, one year highest compensation, 1959 survivor's benefit and post retirement survivor continuance for "Classic" members. Employees hired after January 1, 2013 and are new to CalPERS or have had a 6 month or more break in service, are subject to laws, statutes, rules and regulations of the Public Employees' Pension Reform Act (PEPRA). Deferred Compensation – A voluntary program is available.