Public Safety Trainee

City of Baldwin Park•Baldwin Park, CA

8d•Onsite

About The Position

The City of Baldwin Park is hiring a Public Safety Trainee, an entry-level, non-sworn position with an excellent opportunity for a career in law enforcement. This role requires attending a 26-week California POST Basic Police Academy, followed by department-specific training covering the criminal justice system, laws, law enforcement techniques, first aid, physical fitness, and community policing. The position is designated as "at-will" and serves at the pleasure of the Police Chief. Upon successful completion of the academy and approval, trainees are eligible for appointment as a full-time Police Officer.

Requirements

High School Diploma or GED equivalent.
Must be at least 20.5 years of age at the time of application and 21 years of age by the time of graduation from the Police Academy.
Possess a valid California Class C Driver License.
Be a United States Citizen or legally authorized to work in the United States.
Ability to meet California POST background standards and successfully pass the City's background investigation.
Proof of education must be submitted with the application.
Basic reading, writing, and spelling.
Ability to communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing.
Ability to think clearly and act quickly in emergency situations.
Deal Constructively with conflict and develop effective resolutions.
Learn, understand, and interpret laws and regulations.
Use and care of firearms.

Nice To Haves

The City will accept PELLET-B scores from another agency if obtained within one (1) year (365 days) of the application submission date and have a minimum T-Score of 42.
The City will accept a passing PAT score from another agency if obtained within one (1) year of the application submission date and includes all five required testing components.

Responsibilities

Successfully attend and graduate from a P.O.S.T certified basic academy.
Learn use and care of firearms and related equipment.
Meet Police Officer requirements included in the California State Government Code.
Perform other related duties as required or assigned.
May be assigned non-sworn duties within the Police Department.