Public Safety Trainee

Job Summary

Monthly salary: $5,887.97. The City of Baldwin Park is hiring a Public Safety Trainee for a career in law enforcement. The position is an entry‑level, non‑sworn, at‑will role requiring full completion of a 26‑week California Commission on Peace Officer Standards and Training (POST) Basic Police Academy, after which successful candidates may be appointed as full‑time sworn police officers.

The Baldwin Park Police Department consists of 70 sworn personnel—including the Police Chief, Police Captain, Lieutenants, Sergeants, and Police Officers— and 36 professional staff members. The department offers competitive pay, a new‑hire incentive program, promotional opportunities, and a commitment to serving a diverse and inclusive community.

The Public Safety Trainee attends the POST Basic Police Academy in a non‑sworn capacity. The role is part‑time and non‑benefited while completing training. Upon successful completion of the academy and Police Chief approval, trainees become eligible for appointment as sworn police officers with the City of Baldwin Park.

Trainers must meet all California State Government Code requirements for sworn officers and possess the California Peace Officer Certificate upon graduation. Trainees do not have police powers and are assigned non‑sworn duties within the department.

Failure to complete all required training will result in automatic termination without the right of appeal.

• Attend and graduate from a POST‑certified basic academy.
• Learn the use and care of firearms and related equipment.
• Meet all California State Government Code requirements for sworn officers.
• Perform duties assigned by the Police Chief or other department personnel.

• Basic reading, writing, and spelling.
• Ability to communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing.
• Ability to think clearly and act quickly in emergency situations.
• Ability to deal constructively with conflict and develop effective resolutions.
• Learn, understand, and interpret laws and regulations.
• Ability to use and care for firearms.

• High School Diploma or GED equivalent.
• At least 20½ years of age at application and 21 years of age by academy graduation.
• Valid California Class C driver license.
• United States citizenship or legal authorization to work in the United States.
• Ability to meet California POST background standards and successfully pass the city's background investigation.

• Perform strenuous physical activity including sitting, standing, walking, running, kneeling, crouching, squatting, twisting, climbing, and bending.
• Lift, carry, push, and pull up to 50 pounds.
• Perform prolonged physical activities during academy training.
• Exposed to varying weather conditions, noise, confined spaces, chemicals, mechanical hazards, and electrical hazards.

The City of Baldwin Park is an equal opportunity employer. It does not discriminate on the basis of political affiliation or opinion, age, race, color, national origin, ancestry, religious creed, marital status, disability, medical condition, gender, pregnancy, or pregnancy‑related condition. Reasonable accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and Fair Employment and Housing Act (FEHA) is available for applicants who need it.

The Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986 requires all new hires to verify legal right to work in the United States within three business days of starting employment.

New hires must submit documentation establishing identity and work authorization. The City uses E‑Verify and requires documentation to establish both identity and work authorization.