Police Officer Trainee

Apply at JoinStocktonPD.com

SALARY:

• $6,339.58 per month

BENEFITS:

• $15,000 Signing Bonus
• $15,000 Relocation Assistance Reimbursement
• Full Scholarship to Police Academy
• 40 hours of vacation available for immediate use

INCENTIVES:

• City pays the entire employee share of their health plan contribution

**IMPORTANT DATES**

Saturday, January 25th, 2025 - PHYSICAL ABILITY TEST (PAT) and PELLETB Written Test

This position is an entry-level, non-sworn position in the Police Department. Incumbents are assigned to the Basic Peace Officer Academy and must satisfactorily pass all of the requirements that lead to the possession of the Basic Peace Officer Standards and Training (P.O.S.T.) Certificate before becoming candidates for the sworn position of Police Officer. Emphasis is placed on community-based policing, familiarization between law enforcement and community residents, and collaborative problem solving. Assignment to this classification is temporary. Failure to complete a police academy will result in termination from City of Stockton employment.

PRINCIPAL DUTIES (Illustrative Only)

Attend and successfully complete a police academy to prepare for the position of Police Officer.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Education: Graduation from an accredited United States high school or possession of a GED certificate received from a recognized accrediting association. Completion of some college course work is preferred.

Age: Must be twenty (20) years of age at the time of application, and twenty-one (21) years of age by the time of appointment.

Driver's License: Must possess or be able to obtain and maintain a valid California Class C driver's license and have a satisfactory driving record.

Criminal Record: Must have no felony convictions as a juvenile or adult, and no misdemeanor domestic violence convictions.

Background Investigation:

• Must successfully complete a background investigation, which shall include a polygraph and psychological examination, and a California Department of Justice fingerprint clearance.
• Must be found to be free from any physical, emotional, or mental condition, including bias against race or ethnicity, gender, nationality, religion, disability, or sexual orientation, that might adversely affect the exercise of the powers of a peace officer.
• Must be able to pass a physical examination, which includes a drug screen, administered by the City Physician. Vision requirements are 20/100 uncorrected; 20/30 corrected. Color blindness will be cause for rejection. Hearing must be within normal range -- 5/5.

Additional requirements:

• Must be able to work days, evenings, nights, weekends and holidays; and drive.
• The City of Stockton requires employees in a public safety classification to reasonably respond to emergencies at all times. Employees will be required to maintain primary residence within 45 minutes of City Hall in order to timely respond to emergencies and meet the health, safety and welfare needs of the City. New employees have up to three (3) months from the date of hire to comply with the requirement. Any interested candidates must be willing to adhere to this requirement throughout the duration of employment.

In accordance with California Government Code section 3100, et., seq., all City of Stockton employees are considered disaster service workers who may be required to report for duty, or remain on duty to address disaster service activities in the event of an emergency or disaster and are required to undertake an applicable loyalty oath.

****MILITARY PERSONNEL******

Testing: We also accept the National Testing Network from all applicants which you can take in the comfort of your home and without having to leave your duty station etc. https://nationaltestingnetwork.com/publicsafetyjobs/index.cfm

Physical: The physical component is covered by uploading your last military physical (must be within one year of test date.

APPLY: at joinstocktonpd.com

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Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $76,074.96 - $115,264.56 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Dependent health insurance coverage
• Employee assistance program
• Employee discount
• Flexible schedule
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Military leave
• Paid time off
• Parental leave
• Professional development assistance
• Referral program
• Relocation assistance
• Retirement plan
• Tuition reimbursement
• Uniform allowance
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 10 hour shift

Education:

• High school or equivalent (Required)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $76,075 - $115,265