Police Officer Recruit

Salary: $6,828.00 Monthly
Location : City of Hermosa Beach, CA
Job Type: Full-Time
Job Number: 2627-00001
Department: Police
Opening Date: 06/23/2026
Closing Date: 7/12/2026 11:59 PM Pacific


INTRODUCTION
Are you a service-oriented, outstanding candidate with a passion for making a difference in the community? We are hiring and want you to join our team!

A Police Recruit is a non-sworn staff member in a training position. Successful candidates are appointed to a temporary position of Police Officer Recruit while attending P.O.S.T certified basic police academy.

Staff members are expected to successfully complete all requirements leading to graduation from the police academy and perform related work as assigned. While at the academy, they receive rigorous academic and physical training in many diverse areas of law enforcement.

Upon graduation from the academy, a Recruit will be promoted to the position of probationary Police Officer.

Newly appointed Police Officers will begin a field training program during which time they will receive on the job training in narcotics, arrest procedures, investigations, report writing and many other related assignments. Upon completion of the field training program, the new staff members will then begin a 12-month probationary period. The probationary period may be extended at the discretion of the Chief of Police.
Police Recruit Flyer

PLEASE NOTE THE FOLLOWING DATES:
The Written Exam, Physical Agility, and Oral Exam will be held on the weeks of July 13, 2026 and July 20, 2026.

EXAMPLES OF DUTIES


A Police Officer Recruit is a non-sworn staff member in a training position. Successful candidates are appointed to a temporary position of Police Officer Recruit while attending a P.O.S.T certified basic police academy. Such staff members are expected to successfully complete all requirements leading to graduation from the police academy and perform related work as assigned. While at the academy, they receive rigorous academic and physical training in many diverse areas of law enforcement. Upon graduation from the academy, a Recruit will be promoted to the position of probationary Police Officer. Newly appointed Police Officers will begin a field training program during which time they will receive on the job training in narcotics, arrest procedures, investigations, report writing and many other related assignments. Upon completion of the training program, the new staff members will then begin a 12-month probationary period. The probationary period may be extended an additional six months at the discretion of the Chief of Police.

QUALIFICATIONS GUIDELINES


Twenty and one-half (20 1/2) years of age
United States Citizen or Naturalized Citizen
High School graduate or equivalent
Possession of a valid Class C California Driver License

SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION


The Hermosa Beach Police Department is a full-service organization committed to high quality service to the residents of Hermosa Beach. Each member of the organization is critical to the fulfillment of the law enforcement mission. The Police Department consists of 38 sworn officers and 30 civilian personnel. In addition to the Patrol Bureau, there are the specialized units of Detectives, Motors, Backgrounds and Training. Selection to specialized assignments is based upon a staff member's knowledge, interest, and ability. The Department offers the 3/12 work schedule for patrol officers and the 4/10 schedule for many of the specialized assignments. The Department is very active in providing advanced officer training to encourage career development. The City sponsors a number of special events throughout the year providing many opportunities for extra detail assignments. The Department enjoys a very good relationship with and the confidence of the residential and business community due to quick response times and efforts to solve problems. The Department is looking for outstanding, service-oriented candidates who are passionate about making a difference in the community to join the team as Police Officers.
$30,000 Sign-On Bonus A Sign-On bonus of up to $30,000 will be paid as follows:
$5,000 when sworn-in as a Police Officer;
$5,000 after six (6) months of service;
$5,000 at the end of one (1) year probation;
$5,000 at the end of the second year of service;
$5,000 at the end of the third year of service; and
$5,000 at the end of the fourth year of service

Work Schedule: 3/36 schedule upon completion of the police academy.


Salary Range: Upon successful completion of a police academy, the starting salary for a police officer is $106,068 annually up to a maximum of $122,784 per year at the Police Officer level. While attending the academy Recruits receive a salary that is 75% of the starting police officer salary or $79,551 annually at Recruit level.

Vacation Leave:

• Upon Hire: 96 hours per year of Vacation Leave
• 5-7 Years of employment: 120 hours per year of Vacation Leave
• 8-14 Years of employment: 136 hours per year of Vacation Leave
• 15 Years of employment: 160 hours per year of Vacation Leave
• 16 Years of employment: 168 hours per year of Vacation Leave
• 17 Years of employment: 176 hours per year of Vacation Leave
• 18 Years of employment: 184 hours per year of Vacation Leave
• 19 Years of employment: 192 hours per year of Vacation Leave
• 20 Years of employment: 200 hours per year of Vacation Leave

Holidays: The City observes 12 holidays throughout the year.

Sick Leave: Employees will accrue 10 hours of Sick Leave per month; increasing to 12 hours per month commencing on their fifteenth (15th) year.

Longevity Increases:
Additional compensation of 5% above base salary upon commencement of the fifth (5th) year, tenth (10th) year, fifteenth (15th) year, and twentieth (20th) year of service.


POST Certificate Pay & Education Incentive:

• 5% above base salary for A.A./A.S. Degree or an Intermediate POST certificate.
• 10% above base salary for B.A./B.S. Degree or an Advanced POST certificate.

Specialty Assignment Premiums: Detective Division, Crime Impact Team, Field Training Officer, Traffic Officer, Task Force, Canine Officer


Insurance: While in the capacity of a Police Officer Recruit, the City provides medical insurance for the staff member only. Upon appointment as a Police Officer, the City pays up to $1,931.04 per month toward medical insurance. The City pays up to $226.30 toward the cost of dental insurance coverage for the staff member and eligible dependents. The City offers a vision insurance plan but does not contribute to the monthly cost.

Term Life Insurance: The City also provides a life insurance policy in the amount of $150,000.

City-Paid Deferred Compensation: A monthly contribution of $50.


Retirement: California Public Employees' Retirement System (CalPERS) retirement formula is based on appointment date and membership status with CalPERS. The City does not participate in Social Security but does participate in Medicare, which requires a 1.45% contribution by both the staff member and the City.
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What is your highest level of education?

• High School or G.E.D
• Some College
• Associate's Degree
• Bachelor's Degree
• Master's Degree
• Doctorate or Juris Doctor
• None of the above

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Do you currently possess a valid California Driver's License?

• Yes
• No
• I have a valid driver's license in another state

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Are you a US Citizen or Naturalized Citizen?

• Yes
• No

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Are you at least 20.5 years old?

• Yes
• No

Required Question