Metropolitan Police Recruit (Out of State/Off-Island)

Metropolitan Police RecruitThis job posting is for applicants who do not reside on the island of Oahu. If you currently reside on Oahu, please apply to the job posting titled "Metropolitan Police Recruit (On-Island Applicant)." Receives intensive classroom and field training in principles, practices, procedures and techniques of police work which prepares the recruit to perform the duties of a police officer including the detection, apprehension and arrest of suspects and use of firearms. Recruits are also required to pass a rigorous fitness testing program. Must be able to work irregular hours, holidays, shift and weekend work. Exposure to hazardous and obnoxious conditions. After 12 months of satisfactory service as a Metropolitan Police Recruit, recruits are eligible to become a Metropolitan Police Officer, $7,259 per month (PO-07, Step A), plus $658.67 per month, Standard of Conduct Differential.Examination ProcessApplicants who do not reside on Oahu will be required to make two (2) trips for the selection process, with your third trip being relocation. Each trip is described below:TRIP 1 (1-2 days) Entrance Exam: The entrance exam is a timed 2-hour, multiple choice exam that covers observation and memory, written communication, reading/understanding, and reasoning/analytical ability. A score of 70 is required to pass. After taking the entrance exam, you will be fingerprinted before leaving the testing site in preparation for your background investigation. Physical Readiness Assessment: If you pass the entrance exam, you will be notified later that day to report to the Physical Readiness Assessment (PRA) either the same day, or the following day.Agility Run - 21.6 seconds (click here to see course layout)300-Meter Run - 82.8 secondsPush Ups - 24Sit Ups - 24 in 1 minute1.5-Mile Run - 21 minutesPlease note that this is a "Physical Readiness Assessment." The minimum requirements to graduate from the Police Academy are higher. Applicants who pass the Entrance Exam and Physical Readiness Assessment will have 10 days to submit their online Personal History Statement. After submitting the PHS, the background investigation will begin. The assigned background investigator will contact the applicant within 30-45 days to schedule a virtual clarification interview. Applicants who clear the initial background investigation will be sent a Conditional Offer of Employment and will be scheduled Trip 2.TRIP 2 (3 days)Psychological Examination (Psychological Interview will be virtual after you return home)Truth Verification/Polygraph ExaminationMedical ExaminationMinimum Qualification RequirementsAt the time of application, applicants must meet the following:20 years of age (21 years of age by graduation from the Police Academy)High School Diploma or General Educational Diploma (GED)Possession of a valid motor vehicle driver's license (type 3/automobile)US Citizen, US National, or Legal Permanent Resident (green card holder)Must be able to meet Federal and State eligibility requirements to possess firearms (no felony convictions; no misdemeanor convictions for domestic violence, other violent crimes, or illegal drug sales).In addition to meeting these minimum qualifications, we highly recommend applicants review HPD's Selection Standards to determine the likelihood in successfully passing the background investigation. To review HPD's Selection Standards, click here.Additional InformationAll notifications will be sent via email. Applicants are responsible for monitoring instructions and correspondence by checking email accounts in a timely manner. To ensure proper delivery, please use a valid email account, verify a correct email address is entered into the GovernmentJobs account that is used to apply, and check spam folders on a regular basis. Paper applications are not accepted for this recruitment. For questions regarding this recruitment, contact the Honolulu Police Department's Career Center at View phone number on click.appcast.io. Please DO NOT contact the City & County of Honolulu's Department of Human Resources.BenefitsVacation: Employees may earn up to 21 days per year. Sick Leave: Employees may earn up to 21 days per year. Holidays: 13 days a year; 14 days during election years. Training and Development: Computer, career, and personal enhancement courses are offered; curriculum designed for employee, supervisory, and management development. Medical, Dental, Prescription Drug, and Vision Care: Various health insurance plans are available. Premiums are subsidized by the City and deductible from pre-tax income for participants of the Premium Conversion Plan (PCP). Group Life Insurance: No cost for eligible employees. Deferred Compensation Plan: Invest in your future...choose to defer part of your pre-tax income for retirement. Retirement Plan: The Employees' Retirement System (ERS) of the State of Hawaii administers retirement benefits for State and County employees. Employee contribution required. Commuter Choice Pre-Tax Benefits: Employees may designate certain transportation expenses (TheBus, LOTMA, Vanpool Hawaii, etc.) as a pre-tax item. Parking: Some job locations offer parking on-site; others may have access to parking at low monthly rates. Direct Deposit: Direct deposit of paychecks to a designated financial institution is available. * All benefits as stated above, are subject to eligibility requirements and to legislative and/or negotiated changes. Individuals are responsible for any related fees or charges that may apply.