Police Officer Trainee (Stockton Police Department - Stockton California)

Stockton Police Department

Job Description

 

Full Job Description

 

Apply at JoinStocktonPD.com

 

SALARY:

  • $6,339.58 per month

 

BENEFITS:

  • $15,000 Signing Bonus
  • Relocation Assistance Reimbursement
  • 40 hours of vacation available for immediate use

 

INCENTIVES:

  • City pays the entire employee share of their health plan contribution

**IMPORTANT DATES**

 

Saturday, August 3, 2024 - PHYSICAL ABILITY TEST (PAT) and PELLETB Written Test

This position is an entry-level, non-sworn position in the Police Department. Incumbents are assigned to the Basic Peace Officer Academy and must satisfactorily pass all of the requirements that lead to the possession of the Basic Peace Officer Standards and Training (P.O.S.T.) Certificate before becoming candidates for the sworn position of Police Officer. Emphasis is placed on community-based policing, familiarization between law enforcement and community residents, and collaborative problem solving. Assignment to this classification is temporary. Failure to complete a police academy will result in termination from City of Stockton employment.

 

PRINCIPAL DUTIES (Illustrative Only)

Attend and successfully complete a police academy to prepare for the position of Police Officer.

 

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

 

Education: Graduation from an accredited United States high school or possession of a GED certificate received from a recognized accrediting association. Completion of some college course work is preferred.

 

Age: Must be twenty (20) years of age at the time of application, and twenty-one (21) years of age by the time of appointment.

 

Driver's License: Must possess or be able to obtain and maintain a valid California Class C driver's license and have a satisfactory driving record.

 

Criminal Record: Must have no felony convictions as a juvenile or adult, and no misdemeanor domestic violence convictions.

 

Background Investigation:

  • Must successfully complete a background investigation, which shall include a polygraph and psychological examination, and a California Department of Justice fingerprint clearance.
  • Must be found to be free from any physical, emotional, or mental condition, including bias against race or ethnicity, gender, nationality, religion, disability, or sexual orientation, that might adversely affect the exercise of the powers of a peace officer.
  • Must be able to pass a physical examination, which includes a drug screen, administered by the City Physician. Vision requirements are 20/100 uncorrected; 20/30 corrected. Color blindness will be cause for rejection. Hearing must be within normal range -- 5/5.

 

Additional requirements:

  • Must be able to work days, evenings, nights, weekends and holidays; and drive.
  • The City of Stockton requires employees in a public safety classification to reasonably respond to emergencies at all times. Employees will be required to maintain primary residence within 45 minutes of City Hall in order to timely respond to emergencies and meet the health, safety and welfare needs of the City. New employees have up to three (3) months from the date of hire to comply with the requirement. Any interested candidates must be willing to adhere to this requirement throughout the duration of employment.

In accordance with California Government Code section 3100, et., seq., all City of Stockton employees are considered disaster service workers who may be required to report for duty, or remain on duty to address disaster service activities in the event of an emergency or disaster and are required to undertake an applicable loyalty oath.

 

Apply at JoinStocktonPD.com

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $76,074.96 - $115,264.56 per year

Benefits:

  • Dental insurance
  • Flexible spending account
  • Health insurance
  • Health savings account
  • Life insurance
  • Professional development assistance
  • Retirement plan
  • Vision insurance

 

Schedule:

  • 10 hour shift

 

Application Question(s):

  • Must be willing to work in the City of Stockton.
  • Must be twenty (20) years of age at the time of application.

 

Education:

  • High school or equivalent (Required)

Work Location: In person

 
 

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