Police Officer Trainee - Washington, Dc

Position: POLICE OFFICER TRAINEE - WASHINGTON, DC

start a career in law enforcement

police officer trainee

view the city of stockton police website

incentives for new employees:

• sign on bonus - $15,000
• relocation assistance reimbursement
• 40 hours of vacation available for immediate use

other incentives:

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

classified/represented position flsa status:

non-exempt

* physical ability test (pat) and pelletb written test

saturday, february 28, 2026

location/time: embassy suites washington dc georgetown: 1250 22nd street, nw - washington, dc 20037
physical ability test (pat) testing will be in the morning and pelletb written will be starting at 11am on the same day.

please note: exact arrival times will be included in your confirmation email. You will be required to bring a printed copy of that email with you on the day of the exam to be admitted.

see supplemental questions for the following important information:

• physical requirement
• veterans preference
• t-score submission
• post 30-day period
• virtual recruiting
• pat/pelletb workshop
• pelletb preparation guide
• "mark your calendar" test date!

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.

attend and successfully complete a police academy to prepare for the position of police officer.

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.

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 addition to the requirements listed above, candidates must possess the knowledge, skills, and physical/mental abilities. For police officer trainee job description,

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.

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