Police Officer Trainee

City of Gilroy • Gilroy, CA

1d • $8,221 • Onsite

About The Position

The City of Gilroy is recruiting for the position of Police Officer Trainee. The Gilroy Police Department (GPD) provides 24-hour patrol services responding to public safety calls for service and implementing crime suppression, conducting investigations, traffic enforcement and accident investigation, solving civil conflicts, arresting suspects, and engaging in directed patrol missions to prevent or reduce crime in order to protect life and property for the citizens of Gilroy. The Mission of the Gilroy Police Department is: Providing excellent public safety services in partnership with the community. The Vision of the Gilroy Police Department is: The men and women of the Gilroy Police Department are dedicated to courageously ensuring the safety of our community. The Core Values are: Respect, Integrity, Compassion, Teamwork, Innovation, and Accountability. Under general direction of a police supervisor and/or police academy supervisor, and in a non-sworn capacity, attend and participate in a comprehensive training program at a Peace Officer Standards and Training (P.O.S.T.) certified basic police academy; to learn, train and successfully perform all related learning and testing activities relative to the technical knowledge, skills and physical capabilities required to perform in the capacity of a sworn police officer; and to successfully complete the police academy. Perform related duties as required. Police Officer Trainees do not possess peace officer authority while attending the academy. Individuals in this job classification are considered temporary, non-sworn, at-will employees. Appointment to a sworn peace officer position is contingent upon successful completion of the academy followed by a final review by the Police Chief.

Requirements

• High school graduation or G.E.D. equivalency.
• Must be at least 20.5 years of age at time of testing and at least 21 years of age at time of appointment to sworn peace officer.
• Pass a P.O.S.T. physical agility test.
• Be able to meet the current Peace Officer Standards and Training (P.O.S.T.) medical standards for a peace officer and be free from any physical condition, which might adversely affect the exercise of power as a peace officer.
• Pass a P.O.S.T. background investigation, which includes a polygraph examination, an extensive Department of Justice criminal record check, an FBI check and a firearms clearance.
• Pass a post-offer psychological evaluation and a medical examination, which includes a drug test.
• Possess and maintain a valid California Driver License and a safe driving record necessary to operate assigned vehicles.
• Required to be proficient in typical police weaponry and meet department firearms qualification requirements.
• Pass all required department and P.O.S.T. training.
• Possess and maintain CPR and First Aid Certificates within six (6) months of hire.
• Within 18 months from date of hire as a sworn peace officer, must establish and maintain residency within 45 minutes normal driving time from the Gilroy Police Station.
• Candidates must obtain two P.O.S.T. test battery certifications (written battery and agility battery).
• Certificates must be dated within one year of application date.
• Submit a copy of your certificate showing the minimum T-Score of 48 at the time of application.
• Submit a copy of your P.O.S.T. Physical Agility Work Sample Test Battery certificate showing the minimum score of 320 points at the time of application.
• Completed City of Gilroy online application form including supplemental responses (required)
• Copy of P.O.S.T. Entry-Level Law Enforcement Written Test Battery T-Score Certificate with a minimum t-score of 48 (required)
• Copy of P.O.S.T. Physical Agility Work Sample Test Battery Certificate documenting a minimum score of 320 points and a passing score (14 minutes or less) on the 1.5 mile run (required)

Nice To Haves

• Some college work preferred.
• Bilingual (English/Spanish) desired, but not required.
• Prefer non-tobacco user.
• Cover letter that explains your specific interest in this position with the City of Gilroy Police Department (preferred/optional item)
• Detailed resume focusing on relevant work experience and education (preferred/optional item)

Responsibilities

• Attend, fully participate in, successfully complete and graduate from a California P.O.S.T. approved basic police academy.
• Successfully perform all related learning, both academic and physical (defensive tactics, firearms, driving, etc.), and testing activities.
• Care for and maintain departmental equipment.
• Attend all academy courses and training in accordance with the academy schedule which may include varied days and/or hours.
• Report criminal activity.
• Perform in specialized functions when assigned.
• Participate in related training programs.
• May be required to speak in front of community groups.
• May do research into law, policies, and related matters.
• May be subject to recall/call-out.
• Perform related work as required.

Benefits

• Sponsorship to attend the Basic Academy
• Mentorship and support while attending the Basic Academy
• Competitive Salary
• State of the Art Training and Equipment
• On-site Work Out Facility
• Specialty Assignments: Investigations, Traffic/Motors, Anti-Crime Team, County Task Forces, Field Training Officer, SWAT/HNT, K-9 and Mounted Units, Bike Unit, Crime Scene Investigations, Peer Support Team, Honor Guard, Unmanned Aerial Systems

What This Job Offers

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