Police Officer Trainee (Entry Level)

Police Officer Trainee

The Brentwood Police Department is looking for highly motivated individuals who are committed to serving the community and want to be part of a professional, progressive law enforcement agency. Our department is dedicated to providing officers with the training, equipment, and resources they need to succeed and thrive throughout their careers.

Newly hired Police Officer Trainees will participate in a comprehensive entry-level field training program under the guidance of experienced Field Training Officers, preparing them for both the police academy and a successful career in law enforcement.

Trainees will attend a full-time, 26-week Bay Area Police Academy, where they will receive extensive instruction in a variety of law enforcement topics, including criminal law, report writing, firearms, emergency vehicle operations, defensive tactics, and physical fitness. The academy is designed to challenge and develop each recruit's mental resilience, physical endurance, and professional skills.

Learn more about the Brentwood Police Department:

• Watch a short video about the department.
• Explore career opportunities, hiring information, and what it's like to serve our community on the Brentwood Police Department Recruiting website.

What We Offer:

• Competitive salary
• Selection of health care plans with City paid contributions; cash-in-lieu offered if waiving coverage
• City-paid dental and vision insurance
• Employee Assistance Program
• Life and AD&D insurance
• Short and Long-term disability
• CalPERS pension participation
• Deferred compensation (457 plan) options
• City paid contributions to Retiree Health Savings account
• Educational Incentive
• Paid holidays

Qualifications:

Education, Experience and Age: Any combination of training and experience that would provide the required knowledge, skills, and abilities is qualifying. A typical way to obtain the required qualifications would be:

• Equivalent to completion of the twelfth (12th) grade.
• The candidate must be at least 20-1/2 years of age at date of application.

Licenses and Certifications:

• Possession of a valid California Driver's License and a satisfactory driving record must be maintained throughout employment.
• As a condition of continued employment, incumbents must successfully complete the certified POST Basic Academy course of instruction.

Application Process:

The examination process will consist of:

1. Application Screening – Review of applications for minimum qualifications for the position.
2. Examination Process – A written examination OR Pellet B passing score will be required.

• All candidates that meet the minimum qualifications will be required to take a written exam, unless a passing Pellet B score of at least 47 is attached to the application.
• The written exam will be conducted on Tuesday, September 1, 2026 at the Brentwood Community Center. To participate, you must first submit an application and be invited to the written examination. Please wait for your official invitation and confirmation before attending. Applicants who arrive without an invitation and confirmation will not be admitted to the examination.

• Eligible List – All applicants that pass the examination process will be placed on the eligible list which is good for at least 6 months and may be extended up to an additional 18 months. This eligible list will be used by the City of Brentwood to fill all current and future openings in this classification as long as the list is active.
• Physical Assessment and Oral Board Examinations will be held on September 13, 14 and 15.
• Polygraph Exam – Selected candidates will be invited to take a polygraph exam.
• Captains Interviews – The best qualified candidates will be invited for a Captains interview.
• Background Investigation – Selected candidates will be invited to complete comprehensive background investigation process.
• Police Chief – Final candidates will be invited to interview with the Police Chief.
• Medical and Psychological Evaluations – One or more candidates may be provided a conditional offer of employment. All employment offers are contingent upon the successful completion of a medical and psychological evaluation.
• Police Academy – Candidates that complete the hiring process will be enrolled in a Police Academy.

The City of Brentwood is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Applicants requesting special accommodations during the examination process may contact the Human Resources Department at View phone number on click.appcast.io.