Police Officer Trainee

Police Officer Trainee

If you are interested in a career in law enforcement and want to serve the Emeryville Community, apply to be a Police Officer Trainee with the City of Emeryville!

Compensation: $136,320.00 - $162,672.00 Annually + incentives

• Trainee Salary ($82,212.00 - $86,292.00 Annually)
• Health and Welfare: Medical, dental, and vision care coverage are paid by the City (to a capped amount) for the employee and eligible dependents
• Upon graduation from the academy and appointment to Police Officer, the benefits package will include that of a Police Officer per the POA MOU

About Emeryville: Emeryville is located at the heart of the San Francisco Bay Area. The City is centrally located and accessible, resting at the east landing of the Bay Bridge and bounded by Interstate freeways 80, 880, and 580. Its central location is the gateway to an extensive region that includes all major northern California cities, businesses, and universities. The City is proud of its reputation as a leader in community development, cutting edge programs, and progressive approaches to organizational issues. Emeryville has evolved from an industrial environment to a retail/technology community. The city and school district share a magnificent state-of-the-art school and community center complex, and the City is forging a new vision through its General Plan Update.

About the Department and Position: The Emeryville Police Department is a proactive, professional, public safety organization that prides itself on its thoughtful interactions and unwavering support with/for the community. The Department's culture preserves a family atmosphere while maintaining its professional status, which strongly emphasizes a collaborative approach to problem-solving. In addition to the basic services such as patrol and dispatch, the Emeryville Police Department provides special services such as traffic, bicycle, foot patrol, K9, field evidence, and investigations. Members of the Department pride themselves on being part of an organization that is respected by law enforcement peers and fully responsive to the public safety needs of the community. There is a strong commitment and dedication to making the City of Emeryville a safe environment to live and work. The City of Emeryville Police Department is seeking highly motivated individuals who are eager to work in a city and department that prides itself on professionalism and community support. Selected candidates are either currently attending or will attend a California P.O.S.T. approved basic academy and pass all required courses, including but not limited to: Report Writing, Laws of Arrest, Search and Seizure, Defensive Driving, Firearms Qualifications, CA Penal and Vehicle Code Applications, First Aid, Physical Fitness.

Upon graduation from the Police Academy, trainees will be sworn in as Police Officers and will begin a 16-week field training program in the Patrol Division. As a Police Officer, you will be responsible for:

• Answering and responding to calls for service
• Protecting life and property
• Making arrests
• Enforcing federal, state, and local traffic laws and ordinances
• Preventing and investigating crimes
• Patrolling designated area(s) during an assigned shift on foot, bicycle, motorcycle, or by patrol car
• Performing crime prevention and community relations activities to ensure a high-level of service to residents

The ideal candidate would have:

• Prior internship or experience in a government/municipal public safety department
• Related college course work, an associate degree or a bachelor's degree is desirable
• Good moral character

Minimum Qualifications:

• Candidates must have completed a PELLET-B written exam with a valid T-score of 45 or above. PELLET-B scores will be accepted within one (1) year from the test administration date. Tests older than one (1) year will not meet the minimum qualifications for this position. OR candidate must pass the National Testing Network's (NTN) Law Enforcement Test with scores of at least: Video: 65, Reading: 70, and Writing: 70. Please see the "To Apply" section for more specific details.
• Must be at least 20 years of age to apply, and at least 21 years of age at time of appointment to the position of Police Officer
• Possess a high school diploma or the equivalent
• Free of felony convictions; no misdemeanor convictions which mandate weapons restrictions
• Possess a valid California Driver's license with a satisfactory driving record (this is an ongoing requirement)
• Have uncorrected vision of at least 20/100 in each eye or corrected to 20/30
• Possess normal color vision and hearing
• To be appointed a Police Officer in California, you must be a citizen of the United States or a permanent resident alien who is eligible for and has applied for citizenship. Citizenship status must be conferred within three (3) years of applying for citizenship

Compensation: The City provides the following benefits package to Police Officer Trainees:

• Trainee Salary
• Health and Welfare: Medical, dental, and vision care coverage are paid by the City (to a capped amount) for the employee and eligible dependents

Upon graduation from the academy and appointment to Police Officer, the benefits package will include that of a Police Officer per the POA MOU. To Apply: Applicants must complete and submit a City of Emeryville application online (paper applications will not be accepted) and attach a letter or written test results. All of the following will be accepted:

• Academy Attendee – Must be currently enrolled in a POST approved Law Enforcement Academy at the time of application. Attach a copy of a letter from your Training Coordinator on Academy letterhead stating you are currently attending the academy and listing your graduation date.
• PELLET-B – Attach to your application. Applicants with a valid T-score of 45 or above from other jurisdictions may submit a letter on agency letterhead that states they have taken the California Commission on Peace Officer Standards and Training (POST) Entry Level Law Enforcement Test Battery (PELLET-B) written examination. The letter must contain the total T-score AND the date of the test; test dates older than one (1) year will not be accepted.
• National Testing Network (NTN) – you can schedule your law enforcement test at Once you complete your application, you will receive an email with details on how to complete the test with NTN. Please be sure to have your test results sent to the City of Emeryville, so we can verify your results.

Applications without test scores attached will be considered incomplete. POST T-scores and test dates will be verified with the California Commission on Police Officer Standards and Training. If you selected the City of Emeryville to receive your NTN test results and do not attach a copy of your results, the City will verify your results in the NTN system. Applications without test scores attached, for candidates who did not authorize NTN test results to be shared with the City of Emeryville, will be considered incomplete. You do not need to take NTN's physical agility test for this recruitment. If you have tested with NTN within the last year, you may direct them to provide us with your test results. NTN charges a fee to share your test results with us and to take the exam. You are responsible for paying all NTN fees. For more information about the City of Emeryville, please visit If you have questions about this position, please contact the Human Resources Department at View email address on click.appcast.io. Screening Process: This position is open continuously and applications will be reviewed as they are received. Prior to appointment, candidates must successfully complete medical, psychological, and background standards, which include polygraph testing, drug screening, and California Department of Justice fingerprint clearance. The information contained within this announcement may be modified or revoked without notice and does not constitute either an expressed or implied contract. Equal Opportunity Employer/Reasonable Accommodation: The City is an equal opportunity employer and supports workplace diversity. Reasonable accommodations will be made for applicants who need special accommodations to participate in the recruitment process. Qualified individuals may receive a reasonable accommodation, as required by the Americans with Disabilities Act, during any phase of the recruitment process. If an accommodation is needed, please contact the Human Resources Department at View email address on click.appcast.io as soon as knowledge of a need for an accommodation is known.