POLICE TRAINEE

Salary : $100,608.00 - $125,646.00 Annually Location : 1600 W. Beverly Blvd., Montebello, CA Job Type: Full Time Job Number: 2026-00066 Department: Police Department Division: Patrol Opening Date: 10/15/2026 Max Number of Applicants: 50 This position is set to receive the following salary adjustments based on the bargaining unit's current MOU: July 2027 - 2.5% COLA The hiring manager reserves the right to make a hiring decision at any time during the recruitment process. This job posting may be closed at any time without notice. Under close supervision to learn to perform responsible law enforcement and crime prevention work, and to perform related work as required. This is beginning-level law enforcement work for the purpose of training to become a sworn police officer. Participates in assigned in-service training and formal academic programs of instruction designed to qualify the incumbent for certification as a police officer; assists in the performance of a wide variety of assigned law enforcement duties in a learning capacity; may accompany police officers and assist in investigating incidents and crimes, completing written police reports, directing traffic, and maintaining records; learns to operate two-way radios, switchboards, and other communications equipment to receive and transmit messages, and dispatch police and emergency personnel; learns to gather and preserve evidence, take fingerprints, and complete related reports; develops skill and proficiency in use and care of firearms; and learns Federal, State, and local law enforcement laws, rules, and regulations. Education: Graduation from high school or G.E.D. is desirable. *The City of Montebello is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE) and provides equal employment opportunities without regard to race, color, ancestry, religion, creed, age, physical or mental disability, sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, military or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws in its employment actions, decisions, policies and practices. CalPERS 2.7% @ 55 or 2% @ 62, depending on member status Classic members pay 8% toward their employee contribution to CalPERS New CalPERS members pay 7.5% toward their CalPERS retirement 11 medical plans available, including dental & vision coverage, maximum paid by City is $1,650.00/mo. (3+-party coverage) Or in lieu of coverage, $350 per month medical incentive plan 12 paid Holidays up to 80 Vacation leave hours up to 96 Sick leave hours $30,000 term life insurance, $30,000 AD&D 30 hours bereavement leave per eligible incident Up to $1,500 per year tuition reimbursement (ANNUAL BUDGET PERMITTING) Deferred compensation plan available Bilingual pay available upon testing up to $225/month Education Incentive Pay Certificate Pay Long Term Disability Program Longevity Incentive Pay 01 Each applicant must complete this supplemental questionnaire as part of the application screening and selection process. The information you provide will be reviewed and used to determine your eligibility to move forward in the selection process. Incomplete responses, false statements, omissions, or partial information may result in disqualification from the selection process. Do you agree to answer each supplemental question truthfully and that your responses can be verified from information included from within the application. Yes No 02 Are you at least 21 years of age or will be at time of appointment? Yes No 03 Do you possess a high school diploma or equivalent? Yes No 04 Do you possess a valid California Driver's License? 05 Why do you feel you would be the ideal candidate for this position? Required Question City of Montebello, CA