Police Officer

Join the Best! Earn up to $157,000 a year!
** We are a full service agency, offering a variety of specialized assignments – from helicopter pilot to K9 handler, we have a career path for you! The Glendale Police Department (GPD) is currently looking for individuals who are committed to keeping Glendale one of the safest big cities in America. Experience what it’s like to partner with a community that supports its Police Department.

If you are looking for plenty of opportunities for advancement, and taking pride in providing the highest level of service to the community, Glendale PD is for you!

** This figure includes incentive pays, e.g., detective pay, longevity pay, and educational (POST certificate) pay.

In order to be considered for this position, you must submit an application AND complete the "Law Enforcement
- Frontline National" exam through the National Testing Network at  by December 1, 2026
and no earlier than one (1) year from the time of application. Make sure to select the City of Glendale in order to share your results with our agency.

Job Description: This entry level, non-sworn classification prepares candidates for promotion to the sworn classification of Police Officer. Incumbents participate in pre-academy training and attend a law enforcement academy certified by the California Commission on Police Officer Standards and Training (P.O.S.T.). Promotion to the classification of Police Officer is contingent upon successful completion of academy training and fulfillment of all established requirements.

Police Recruits shall not perform duties within the scope of active law enforcement services prior to appointment as a sworn officer.

Classification Code: 7200

Reporting Relationships:

This position reports to a Police Sergeant.

Common Responsibilities:

In the City of Glendale, all positions are responsible for excellent performance in the following areas:

• Customer Service: Provide exceptional customer service to all employees, customers, vendors and other City departments.
• Ethics: Model and practice the highest standards of ethical conduct.
• Performance: Develop necessary skills from on-the-job training and meet standards of performance for the classification by the end of the probationary period. Work the necessary hours and times, including overtime as authorized for non-management staff, to complete goals, tasks, and objectives.
• Safety: Ensure the duties of the position are performed in a safe and efficient manner. Assume responsibility for maintaining a safe working environment.
• Teamwork: Foster a teamwork environment. Establish and maintain effective working relationships.
• Communications: Give and receive direction in English. Communicate effectively in English, both orally and in writing.
• Equipment: Operate or use all position-related software, equipment and tools effectively and safely.
• Cyber Security: Actively participate in maintaining a secure computing environment by adhering to and implementing City cybersecurity policies, procedures, and best practices. This includes understanding common cyber threats such as phishing and malware, and promptly reporting suspicious activities.

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

An equivalent combination of experience and education sufficient to perform the essential job functions and provide the required knowledge and abilities is qualifying.

Education:

High School diploma or equivalent is required.

Experience:

No minimum requirements.

Transportation:

A valid California Class C Driver’s License is required.

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