Police Officer Trainee (Non-Sworn)

City of Tracy • Tracy, CA

2d • Onsite

About The Position

This is the non-sworn, trainee-level classification in the Police Officer class series. Incumbents learn law enforcement techniques and practices as well as City systems, operations, practices, policies, and procedures and perform non-sworn police support duties while completing the mandated peace officer academy to obtain Basic P.O.S.T. certification. Positions in the Police Officer class series are flexibly staffed and positions at the Officer level are normally filled by advancement from the Trainee level after gaining the required P.O.S.T. certificate, knowledge, skill, and experience which meet the qualifications for and after demonstrating the ability to perform the work of the higher-level class.

Requirements

• California Commission on Peace Officer Standards and Training PELLETB written exam score dated within six (6) months of the application date.
• P.O.S.T. Work Sample Test Battery (Physical Agility Exam) score dated within six (6) months of the application date.
• A completed City of Tracy online application including answers to the supplemental questions.
• A copy of P.O.S.T, entry-level law enforcement written test battery T-score with a minimum total t-score of 48.0 or higher dated within six (6) months of the date of application.
• A copy of P.O.S.T, Physical Agility Work Sample Test Battery (WSTB) certificate documenting a minimum score of 320 points or higher dated within six (6) months of the date of application.
• Knowledge of basic functions, principles, and practices of law enforcement agencies.
• Knowledge of activities and programs of a municipal Police Department.
• Knowledge of basic principles of record keeping.
• Knowledge of techniques for providing a high level of customer service by effectively dealing with the public, vendors, contractors, and City staff.
• Knowledge of the structure and content of the English language, including the meaning and spelling of words, rules of composition, and grammar.
• Knowledge of modern equipment and communication tools used for business functions and program, project, and task coordination.
• Knowledge of computers and software programs (e.g., Microsoft software packages) to conduct, compile, and/or generate documentation.
• Ability to learn basic functions, principles, and practices of law enforcement agencies.
• Ability to learn police terminology and law enforcement codes.
• Ability to understand, interpret, and apply all pertinent laws, codes, regulations, policies and procedures, and standards relevant to work performed.
• Ability to learn and understand the organization and operation of the City and of outside agencies as necessary to assume assigned responsibilities.
• Ability to independently organize work, set priorities, meet critical deadlines, and follow-up on assignments.
• Ability to effectively use computer systems, software applications, and modern business equipment to perform a variety of work tasks.
• Ability to communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing, using appropriate English grammar and syntax.
• Ability to use tact, initiative, prudence, and independent judgment within general policy, procedural, and legal guidelines.
• Ability to establish, maintain, and foster positive and effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work.
• Equivalent to graduation from the twelfth (12th) grade.
• Applicants must be enrolled in a California P.O.S.T. approved Basic academy at the time of appointment.
• Possession of, or the ability to obtain, a valid Class C California driver’s license upon appointment.
• May be required to complete National Incident Management System (NIMS) Training.

Responsibilities

• Learns and applies knowledge of the City of Tracy Police Department's organization, rules, and regulations.
• Learns principles and techniques of patrol procedures, community service, crime prevention, and public relations.
• Learns and applies knowledge of enforcement and procedural aspects of criminal law, arrest and control techniques, crowd control, and the enforcement of those laws.
• Learns principles and techniques of proper use and maintenance of firearms.
• Learns vehicle operation including the Vehicle Code.
• Learns basic criminal investigation processes and techniques, including the identification, collection, and preservation of evidence, courtroom testimony, and interviewing witnesses.
• Learns and practices physical fitness and defense techniques programs.
• Learns and practices first aid and cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR).
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED