What are the responsibilities and job description for the Police Officer Trainee position at City of Azusa, CA?
Salary : $6,316.24 - $7,677.43 Monthly
Location : City of Azusa, CA
Job Type : Full-Time
Job Number : 23-51
Department : Police
Opening Date : 10 / 31 / 2023
Definition
SALARY & BENEFIT INFORMATION
35.38 - $43.00 Hourly
2,830.28 - $3,440.22 Biweekly
6,132.27 - $7,453.81 Monthly
1,500 - Monthly Flexible Benefit Plan Contribution for Medical Benefits.
Education Incentive Pay, Bilingual Incentive Pay, Tuition Reimbursement & much more!
TEST DATE(S) : 9 / 14 / 2024
DEADLINE TO APPLY :
This recruitment will remain open for a minimum of five (5) business days and may close at any time without advance notice. You are encouraged to apply immediately. You will not be able to submit an application for this position once the recruitment closes. Applications will be reviewed on a continuous basis.
DEFINITION
Under general supervision, attends a prescribed law enforcement academy training program for newly hired officers; performs related duties as required.
CLASS CHARACTERISTICS
This class is reserved for individuals hired as Police Officers who are / will be attending the required basic law enforcement training academy program. Upon successful completion of the required training, employees may be promoted to Police Officer on a probationary basis. A Police Officer Trainee who fails to successfully complete an academy in which he / she was enrolled will be terminated.
PHYSICAL AGILITY TEST
- 1.5 mile run in 14.40 minutes or less
- 34 push-ups in 60 seconds
- 38 sit-ups in 60 seconds
- 130 lb. dummy drag 32 ft. in 38 seconds or less
APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS
Essential Functions
These functions may not be present in all positions in this class. When a position is to be filled, the essential functions will be noted in the announcement of position availability.
Participates in and completes a prescribed law enforcement officer training program for entry-level officers.
Qualification Guidelines
Education and / or Experience
Be a high school graduate, or pass the General Education Development (GED) Test indicating high school graduation level, or pass the California High School Proficiency Examination. Attainment of a two-year or four-year degree from an accredited college or university is highly desirable.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
Working knowledge of modern practices and techniques of law enforcement, patrol, investigation, public relations, and report writing; Vehicle and Penal Codes; laws of arrest; rules of evidence; legal rights of citizens; court procedures.
Ability to communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing.
Observe accurately and remember faces, numbers, incidents, and places.
Use and care of firearms and small equipment.
Think and act quickly in emergencies, and judge situations and people accurately.
Represent the City in a variety of meetings; learn, understand, and interpret laws and regulations.
Prepare accurate and grammatically correct written reports.
Respond to emergency and problem situations in an effective manner.
Understand, explain, and apply policies and procedures.
Make clear and concise radio transmissions.
Understand and follow verbal and written directions.
Deal constructively with conflict and develop effective resolutions.
Establish and maintain cooperative working relationships.
Special Requirements / Physical, Mental, Environmental Conditions
Special Requirements :
Applicants must meet the California police officer selection standards (Codes 1029 & 1031) as listed below :
Applicants must successfully pass the following requirements :
Physical, Mental, Environmental Conditions :
Candidates must meet standards of physical stature, endurance, and agility established by the City and the Peace Officers Standards and Training (POST) as follows :
Position requires standing, walking, and / or running on uneven and slippery surfaces, reaching, twisting, turning, kneeling, bending, stooping, squatting, crouching, grasping, crawling, and making repetitive hand movements above and below shoulder level in the performance of daily duties. The position also requires both near and far vision when performing work and operating assigned equipment as required by POST. Acute hearing is required when providing phone and face-to-face service. The position also requires grasping, repetitive hand movement, fine coordination, and finger dexterity in handling a firearm. The need to lift, carry, pull and push tools, supplies and other equipment weighing up to 50 pounds is also required.
Additionally, the incumbent in this position works outdoors in all weather conditions, including wet, hot, and cold. The incumbent may be required to respond to after-hours emergency call-outs. Some of these requirements may be accommodated for otherwise qualified individuals requiring and requesting such accommodations.
RECRUITMENT PROCESS :
Applications will be reviewed, and candidates whose applications indicate that they are most qualified will be invited to continue in the process. The selection process may consist of an Application Evaluation (Qualifying), Written Exam, and / or Panel Oral Interview.
The City of Azusa is an equal-opportunity employer that is committed to inclusion and diversity. The City does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, gender, age, ancestry, national origin, political or religious affiliation, sexual orientation, marital status, other non-job related physical or mental disability, medical condition, or other functional limitation in employment or the provision of service. The City is dedicated to making its programs, services, and activities accessible to individuals with qualified disabilities. If you require reasonable accommodations to complete the employment application and / or participate in the testing process, please contact Human Resources at (626) 812-5183 prior to the filing deadline. We will attempt to reasonably accommodate applicants with disabilities upon request.
The City of Azusa and Azusa Police Department offer a wide-variety of Benefits, including :
A variety of options for Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance along with supplemental insurances, such as Flexible Spending / Dependent Care Accounts, Critical Illness, Accident Only, and many more.
For specific details on the Azusa Police Officers Association (APOA) benefits, please visit
MOU Term : July 1, 2024 through June 30, 2028
Please be advised that APOA has recently come to an agreement with the City for MOU years 2024-2028. Once the MOU has been signed by all parties it will be uploaded on the City's website at In the meantime, you can reference the City Council staff report for a draft of the updated MOU here :
The position of Police Officer Trainee requires the candidate to be 21 years of age or older at time of graduation or appointment to the position of Police Officer. Are / will you be at least 21 years of age at time of graduation?
Please select the highest level of education you have :
Please select the field in which you were awarded your degree :
If you selected "other field" for your degree, please indicate the field below :
Do you have the ability to successfully complete a California POST Basic Academy?
Do you have experience as a Police Trainee / Cadet / Explorer performing other directly related law enforcement duties?
If you answered "Yes" to the previous question, please describe your experience.
Required Question
Salary : $35 - $43
