Police Officer Trainee

2 weeks ago


Los Angeles, California, United States City of Vernon, CA Full time
Job Title: Police Officer Recruit

Join the City of Vernon Police Department as a Police Officer Recruit and embark on a rewarding career in law enforcement. As a Police Officer Recruit, you will attend a California Commission on Peace Officer Standards and Training (POST) basic training academy to obtain California Peace Officer Certification.

Job Summary

The Police Officer Recruit position is an entry-level, non-sworn, non-peace officer training position. Under close supervision, you will attend a POST basic training academy to obtain California Peace Officer Certification. This is a continuous recruitment and may close at any time with or without prior notice.

Essential Functions
  • Attend classroom training sessions and take notes required to obtain State Peace Officer Certification.
  • Complete written, oral, and skills proficiency examinations for a wide variety of required Peace Officer skills and knowledge and maintain required levels of proficiency.
  • Participate in physical conditioning training and testing and maintain required levels of physical fitness.
  • Adhere to CA POST academy rules and regulations.
  • Perform other related duties as assigned.
Minimum Qualifications

Education, Training, and Experience Guidelines:

  • High School Diploma or GED equivalent.
  • Must be at least 21 years old upon graduation from the academy.
  • Must be a United States citizen or a permanent resident who has applied for citizenship at least one (1) year before employment application.
  • Must successfully pass a comprehensive background investigation including a polygraph, and meet the minimum POST standards for medical examinations and physical ability.
Knowledge and Skills
  • Knowledge of City and Vernon Police Department (VPD) policies and procedures.
  • Safe work practices, occupational hazards, and safety precautions.
  • Skill in:
    • Maintaining academic and professional standards in accordance with VPD policies.
    • Following verbal and written instruction.
    • Reading and understanding training materials and completing written, physical, and skills testing.
    • Learning and applying training materials and training instructions.
    • Communicating effectively verbally and in writing.
Selection Process

Completed application packets will be reviewed, and only those applicants whose qualifications best meet or exceed the requirements of the position and needs of the City will be invited to participate further in the selection process, which may include the P.O.S.T. written exam, physical agility exam, and a panel interview.

Background Investigation

Candidates are subject to and must successfully pass an extensive and thorough background investigation.

The City of Vernon is an Equal Opportunity Employer.



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