Academy Graduate​/Student

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have you ever wondered what it takes to become a successful law enforcement officer in california? It all starts with the commission on peace officer standards and training (post)! Take a deep dive into exploring post's vital role in shaping law enforcement across the state, including how post establishes professional standards, provides training resources, and supports officers and dispatchers through every step of their careers.

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newly hired police officers are now eligible for a $30,000 bonus (as outlined in resolution no. 2024/136)

competitive monthly cafeteria benefit plan contribution for medical benefits! Bilingual incentive pay, educational incentive pay, post certificate incentive pay and so much more! This is a continuous posting and job posting may close at any time. Applicants are encouraged to apply as soon as possible.

please note:

this is a continuous recruitment, however, applicants in this group whose application have been accepted will participate in the testing process in may 2025. This posting is for academy graduates/students, if you have not completed or are not enrolled in a post acadamy you will not be selected to move forward. Please ensure you are applying to the correct posting.

the testing process will consist of:

oral board interviews

please note that failing any portion of the testing process will disqualify you and you will not be moving forward in the hiring process.

** we reserve the right to modify this schedule. **

under general supervision, a police officer protects persons and property, provides law enforcement, maintains order, controls traffic, prevents crime and juvenile delinquency, conducts investigations, handles jail and desk duties; performs related duties as required.

positions in this class are occupied by sworn police officers. Officers may be armed and may be assigned to work in uniform or plain clothes. Shift schedules may be changed periodically, and job assignments may be rotated among patrol, traffic control, criminal and juvenile investigation and administrative services. The duties require initiative, resourcefulness, analytical skills and the ability to adopt a quick, effective and responsible course of action in emergencies.

The work involves frequent contact with the public, often in situations where relations may be strained.

the following duties are typical for this classification. Incumbents may not perform all of the listed duties and/or may be required to perform additional or different duties from those set forth below to address business needs and changing business practices.

1. Patrols an assigned area by car, motorcycle, or foot to observe, investigate, and report suspicious and hazardous conditions.

2. Apprehends and arrests law violators.

3. Responds to routine and emergency calls for protection of persons and property, and for the enforcement of city ordinances and state laws.

4. Investigates crimes, accidents, deaths and disturbances; gathers evidence; interviews, questions and takes statements from complainants, suspects and witnesses; completes case reports.

5. Takes charge of juveniles and delinquents and works on cases involving unfit homes and crimes committed against or by juveniles.

6. Handles missing persons' cases and works with community organizations and governmental agencies in delinquencies and delinquency control programs.

7. Directs traffic, including regulation of vehicle flow at times of emergency or congestion; stops drivers who are operating vehicles in violation of laws and issues citations.

8. Appears in court to present evidence and testimony.

9. Searches, guards, transports and assists in the booking and custodial care of prisoners.

10. Serves writs, warrants, subpoenas and other legal documents.

11. May be assigned to assist in conducting special studies related to the police department.

12. May be assigned to evidence, training, investigations or other administrative assignments.

13. Provides information and direction to the public and assists in developing community…