Police Officer Trainee

City of Hayward, CA•Hayward, CA

30d•Onsite

About The Position

NO prior law enforcement experience or POST certified police academy training is needed. If you ARE a POST certified academy graduate or current participating in a POST certified Academy, please apply to Police Officer (Academy Graduate or Participant). Police Officer Trainees may receive a hiring bonus of up to $10,000 disbursed in four equal phases: $2,500 upon acceptance of a final offer of employment; $2,500 upon successful completion of the Police Officer Field Training Program; $2,500 upon successful completion of your probationary period; and $2,500 two years after the completion of your probationary period. Please review the "Selection Procedures" below before applying for this job opportunity. Must apply no later than Wednesday, January 7, 2026, at 11:59p.m. to be considered for the next exam. NEXT EXAM DATE TENTATIVLEY SCHEDULED FOR: SATURDAY, JANUARY 31, 2026 Place: Alameda County Sheriff's Department 6289 Madigan Road Dublin, CA 94568 Candidates MAY NOT retake the PELLETB within 30 days of previously taking the examination. All waivers must be received by HR by the close of the application period (January 7, 2026, at 11:59pm) in order to be invited to this round of testing or you will need to reapply to the next round. You are encouraged to apply with waivers. You can email waivers to [email protected] if you receive them after you apply and they will be verified and manually added to your application. WAIVERS We accept waivers from many outside agencies as well as the National Testing Network. City of Hayward requires a T-Score of 46 or higher. Below are upcoming test dates you may want to consider. Once you receive your passing scores, either add them as an attachment to your City of Hayward application OR if you already applied, email waivers as a PDF to [email protected] who will add them to your application. Alameda County Sheriff Office PELLETB and PAT/WSTB Registration | Alameda County Sheriff's Office, CA - Recruiting South Bay Regional Pre-Employment Testing and Training - The Academy National Testing Network (virtual) National Testing Network Website THE POSITION: This is a trainee-level classification transitions into the Police Officer position. A Police Officer Trainee is a civilian position before and during enrollment in a Commission on Peace Officer Standards and Training (POST) certified police academy which lasts approximately six months. Upon successful completion of the POST academy and the availability of a Police Officer position, Police Officer Trainees are sworn in and appointed to the classification of Police Officer. The Police Officer Trainee position is represented by SEIU Local 1021 and has corresponding benefits provided to a civilian employee. Upon appointment to Police Officer, duties may include various law enforcement assignments such as patrol, traffic control, criminal and juvenile investigation, and radio communication. These require operating a patrol car or motorcycle, arresting and citing violators of laws, writing reports, serving warrants, testifying in court, and providing information to the public. Please see the City of Hayward's website for a complete job description. You are: Intent on providing excellent service to the Hayward Community Desire to Improve Hayward's Quality of Life Value Integrity and Accountability Seek continuous Improvement Professional and respect all who live and work in our community For more information regarding Hayward Police Recruiting, please visit: www.joinhaywardpd.com

Requirements

Any combination equivalent to experience and education that could likely provide the required knowledge and abilities would be qualifying.
Experience: None.
Education: High school diploma or equivalent.
License: Possession and maintenance of a valid Class C California Driver's License.
Free of any felony convictions.
Legally authorized to work in the United States as outlined by federal law.
Age, not less than 21 years at time of appointment.
Vision in each eye, correctable to at least 20/30.
Must pass a background investigation and polygraph exam.
Must meet all Department medical, physical, and psychological standards.

Nice To Haves

Bi-lingual applicants are encouraged to apply.

Responsibilities

Attend a basic POST certified police academy designed to provide an overview of the criminal justice system including knowledge of laws, police procedures, law enforcement techniques, first aid and physical fitness.
Receive training to develop an awareness of Police Department functions, as well as the responsibilities of Police Officers and how those responsibilities relate to field operations.
Receive academy and field training to become a Police Officer.

Benefits

3-day work week
Vacation - 80 hours minimum
15.5 Paid Holidays
Generous employer contribution for Health, Dental and Vision coverage
CalPERS Defined Benefit Retirement Plan (2.5% at 55 for Classic CalPERS members | 2.0% at 62 for New CalPERS members | 3.0% at 50 for Classic Safety members | 2.7% at 57 for New Safety Members) - No Social Security participation.
Life and Disability Insurance and Paid Leave
Flexible Spending Accounts
Tuition Reimbursement
Health and Wellness Reimbursement
Professional Development Reimbursement
457 Deferred Compensation Plan (employee paid)