Police Officer Trainee

Police Officer Trainee

This recruitment is for those individuals who are looking to start their career as a police officer and have not been through an academy program. SIGNING BONUS! Successful candidates will be eligible for a $5,000 Recruitment Incentive. An initial payment of $2,500 will be provided once candidate has passed the Police Academy Program and promoted to Police Officer, with an additional $2,500 paid upon successful completion of the probationary period as a Police Officer. COME JOIN OUR TEAM! We offer a variety of benefits, including Special Assignment Pay, Shift Differential Pay, Retention Pay, Bilingual Pay, Tuition Reimbursement, and more! WRITTEN EXAM WAIVED IF: If you have attached a POST PELLET B "T-Score" from another agency with a score of 45 of higher, dated in the last 12 months, OR A passing score from the National Testing Network transferred to the City of Glendora. It is the candidate's responsibility to contact NTN and have the scores transferred to the City of Glendora.

The City of Glendora is seeking motivated individuals with high ethical standards and a commitment to public service to join the City of Glendora Police Department and contribute to its mission of supporting and serving the community with dedication, excellence and mutual respect. If you take pride in delivering the highest level of public safety and service, and approach crime prevention creatively, we invite you to join one of the finest Police Departments in Southern California.

The Police Trainee participates in a Basic Law Enforcement Training Program approved by the California Commission on Peace Officer Standards and Training (P.O.S.T.), in a non-sworn capacity. The assignment is contingent upon successful completion of the P.O.S.T. certified basic academy and the review of the Police Chief. Newly appointed Police Officers have an 18 month probationary period before they can obtain permanent status. During training, Trainees report directly to the academy, and do not have police powers; they may be assigned non-safety duties in the Glendora Police Department. Trainees are subject to rules and regulations of the Glendora Police Department and the police academy attended. A Trainee may be dismissed at any time prior to being assigned as a Police Officer without cause and without the right of appeal. Police Officer Trainee is a general class, non-sworn employee position.

Individuals selected for this position will be hired under the classification of Police Officer Trainee. Some of the typical duties of the Police Officer Trainee include but are not limited to, the following:

• Successfully attend and graduate from a P.O.S.T. certified basic academy
• Learn use and care of firearms and related equipment
• Think clearly and act quickly in emergencies and judge situations and people accurately
• Learn, understand and interpret laws and regulations
• Prepare accurate and grammatically correct written reports
• Understand, explain and apply policies and procedures
• Communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing
• Make clear and concise radio transmissions
• Establish and maintain cooperative working relationships
• Meet established physical requirements
• Meet Police Officer requirements contained in the California State Government Code
• Perform other related duties as assigned

Required Education: Must be a high school graduate or equivalent. AND Education and/or Experience: Any combination of education and/or experience that has provided the knowledge, skills, and abilities necessary for satisfactory job performance. Example combinations include Two (2) years of experience in civilian law enforcement OR Military experience OR Completion of an AA/AS degree or equivalent units from an accredited College or University Or some combination thereof.

Working knowledge of modern practices and techniques of law enforcement, patrol, investigation, public relations, and report writing; Vehicle and Penal Codes; laws of arrest; rules of evidence; legal rights of citizens; court procedures.

Possession of or ability to obtain a Class C California driver's license and a satisfactory driving record during the course of employment. Candidates must meet standards of physical stature, endurance, and agility established by the City. Must be at least 21 years of age at the time of academy graduation. Applicants must be U.S. citizen or be eligible for U.S. citizenship. Persons will be disqualified from holding a position as Police Officer if they fail to diligently cooperate in the processing of their citizenship application within three years or are otherwise denied citizenship.

All Glendora Officers obtaining sworn status on or after September 23, 1996, must have a permanent primary (i.e.: 51% or more of the time) residence within sixty-five (65) miles or less of the Glendora Police facility building.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS AND SPECIAL CONDITIONS: Applicants must be free from conditions that would preclude satisfactory performance of the essential functions of the job applied for. Applicants for positions in the Police Department must pass a written exam, oral interview, administrative review, polygraph, background investigation, physical exam and drug screen test. Subsequent to a job offer, the City of Glendora requires a pre-employment physical examination. Candidates will be examined by a City physician, at City expense, before the appointment is approved. Candidates are cautioned not to resign or give notice to present employers until they qualify on the medical examination. The City of Glendora conforms to State and Federal obligations to make reasonable accommodation for applicants and workers with disabilities. Please notify the Human Resources in advance if you require special accommodations to participate in any phase of the selection process.

APPLICANTS MAY NOT APPLY FOR THIS POSITION MORE THAN ONCE IN A SIX MONTH PERIOD. Selection Process: All applications will be reviewed and evaluated. Those candidates who are determined to be best qualified based upon the information presented on the application materials will be invited to continue in the selection process which includes a qualifying written or performance evaluation and will include an interview weighted 100%. CLOSING DATE: CONTINUOUS. OPEN UNTIL THE NEEDS OF THE CITY ARE MET.

E-VERIFY: To comply with federal law, the City of Glendora participates in E-Verify. All newly hired employees are required through this electronic system established by the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) and the Social Security Administration (SSA) to verify their identity and employment eligibility. Section 1 of the Form I-9 will be completed on your first day of employment. On your first day, but no later than your third day, you will need to bring original documentation to verify your eligibility to work in the U.S.

Applicants who pass the recruitment components and are given a Conditional Offer of Employment will be required to pass an extensive law enforcement background. Candidates with questions on what this entails should contact the Police Department prior to applying. DRUG TESTING REQUIREMENT/DISQUALIFICATION - The successful applicant will be required to be tested by urinalysis for the illegal use of drugs. All positive test results are grounds for disqualification.

The City of Glendora is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer.