Police Recruit

City of South Gate • South Gate, CA

2d • Onsite

About The Position

Under general supervision, to attend the prescribed Basic Police Academy; to maintain acceptable grade levels and to achieve graduation; to participate in any and all field exercises as directed and to do related work as required. While distinctively uniformed as a non-sworn non-peace officer in training, develops minimum qualifications required for a career in police service. Works under the direct supervision of Police Sergeant or higher-ranking position and/or Police Academy staff. Does not supervise.

Requirements

• Graduation from high school
• Must possess a California Class C driver’s license and proof of insurance
• Must be legally authorized to work in the United States under federal law
• Must be 21 years of age at the time of application
• Normal color vision
• Visual acuity of 20/70 in each eye correctable to 20/30 in each eye
• Ability to pass a physical endurance and agility examination
• Ability to read and understand departmental policies, rules, instructions, laws, regulations and police literature
• Ability to analyze situations and adopt a quick, calm, effective and reasonable course of action in situations involving emotional or physical pressures
• Ability to write clear and accurate reports
• Ability to remember names, faces and details or incidents
• Ability to establish and effective relationships with others
• Ability to interact tactfully, effectively and sensitively with City Officials, Officials of other organization, members of other agencies, community organizations, community leaders, the media and especially the public
• Ability to understand and be sensitive to the needs and concerns of ethnic and cultural groups in the City
• Ability to evaluate sensitive situations quickly and initiate appropriate action to diffuse situations and/or resolve problems
• Skill in the operation of a variety of office equipment, including computer
• Ability to type 25 words per minute net
• Incumbent appointed to this position is subject to enrollment in the California DMV Pull Notice Program
• An employee assigned a City vehicle must acknowledge receipt and understanding of City Administrative Regulations covering the use of City vehicles
• Must successfully pass a thorough and extensive background investigation, which will include a polygraph examination
• Must receive a complete medical examination, including a stress EKG and drug/alcohol screen; and psychological evaluation, prior to appointment
• Must successfully pass the Hiring Interview conducted by the Chief of Police
• New employees must complete a verification form designated by the United States Department of Homeland Security, Citizenship and Immigration Services, that certifies eligibility for employment in the United States of America

Nice To Haves

• English/Spanish bilingual skills highly desirable

Responsibilities

• Attends Academy classroom instruction on police policies, procedures, weaponless defense, criminal and civil law, physical fitness techniques, use of firearms, arrest procedures, community relations, operation of emergency vehicles and other mandated courses and related subjects
• Participates in field exercises and physical training routines
• Keeps and writes notebooks, reports, and other printed material and records
• Is available and open to the learning process with the goal of Police Academy graduation and eventual meaningful service to the Police Department

What This Job Offers

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