PORT POLICE Officer ; Revised

Position: PORT POLICE OFFICER 3221 (Revised 08/06/25)
ANNUAL SALARY

$80,680 - $124,236

NOTE:

Annual salary is at the start of the pay range. The current salary range is subject to change. Please confirm the starting salary with the hiring department before accepting a

job offer.

DUTIES

A Port Police Officer is a sworn peace officer, authorized to carry a firearm who enforces federal and state regulations, City of Los Angeles ordinances, and security, traffic,

and safety rules and regulations; engages in law enforcement activities, including uniformed foot, vehicle, boat, motorcycle, bicycle patrol and plainclothes assignments,

arrest, and report writing at the Port of Los Angeles; provides information to the public regarding locations and operations of the Department; engages in hazardous materials

enforcement; and does related work.

* At least 20 years of age at the time of application and 21 years of age by police academy graduation.

* Graduation from a U.S. high school, G.E.D. or equivalent from a U.S. institution, or a California High School Proficiency Examination (CHSPE) certificate is required. A

two or four year college degree from an accredited U.S. or foreign institution may be substituted for the high school requirements. Documentation demonstrating that the

institution is accredited must be submitted prior to taking the written test.

* Legally authorized to work in the United States under federal law.

PROCESS NOTE

A valid Class C driver's license issued by the California Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV) is required at the time of appointment. Candidates will not be eligible for

appointment if their DMV record within the last 36 months reflects three or more moving violations and/or at-fault accidents, or a conviction of a major moving violation such as

DUI.

THE SELECTION PROCESS IS STARTED by completing the Public Safety On-line application, available at

NOTE:

If you should apply for an entry-level, sworn public safety examination with test part(s) deemed by the City of Los Angeles Personnel Department to be the same as this

examination, the test scores, test dates, test re-take allowances, and test expiration dates you receive in the common test parts will be applied to the other examination. Those

who wish to apply for more than one public safety classification may indicate this at the time of application or during the selection process by calling .

Examination Weight:  Multiple-Choice Test . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Qualifying

   Personal History Statement . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Qualifying

   Interview. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 100%

The examination will consist of a qualifying multiple-choice test, a qualifying Personal History Statement, and an interview. The qualifying multiple-choice test will evaluate factors including spelling, reading comprehension, vocabulary, and clarity. Your passing score does not expire. The multiple-choice test will be proctored and administered on-line. Candidates invited to participate in the on-line multiple-choice test will be able to take the test from a remote location (i.e., their home) using a computer with a webcam and a reliable internet connection.

FAQs for on-line testing are available at (Use the "Apply for this Job" box below). Only candidates who demonstrate a hardship may be offered the option to take the multiple-choice test onsite at a City facility.

All candidates who receive a passing score on the Multiple-Choice Test will be invited to submit a Personal History Statement.

The Person al History Statement is a preliminary background investigation, which requires compilation of extensive biographical information.

Candidates who pass the Personal History Statement will be invited for an Interview. In the interview, the following competencies may be evaluated:
Personal Accomplishment;
Job Motivation;
Community Involvement/Awareness;
Problem Solving Skills;
Interpersonal Skills; and Oral Communication Skills. Your interview score will determine your rank on the eligible list. Your passing score will expire after 2 years. The interview will be conducted on-line. Candidates invited to participate in the on-line interview will be able to join from a remote location (i.e., their home) using a computer with a webcam and a reliable internet connection.

Only candidates who demonstrate a hardship may be offered the option to use City equipment to take the interview onsite at a City facility.

ADDITIONAL JOB INFORMATION

BACKGROUND INVESTIGATION:
The investigation begins with completion of a Personal History Statement…