What are the responsibilities and job description for the Police Officer Academy Graduate position at City of Mountain View, CA?
Salary : $137,592.26 - $167,084.84 Annually
Location : City of Mountain View
Job Type : Full-Time
Job Number : 2024062603
Department : Police Department
Division : Field Operations
Opening Date : 06 / 26 / 2024
FLSA : Non-Exempt
Bargaining Unit : POA
What's the Role and What You'll Do
The Role
We're looking for compassionate and committed individuals to build progressive relationships and make a difference in Mountain View's diverse and engaged community who have graduated from a California POST Basic Academy . The Police Department is committed to the philosophy of Community Policing, which includes developing connections within our diverse community and working proactively to identify and solve community issues. Our Officers and their approach to police work reflect this commitment. We encourage you to visit, "" for more information regarding the recruitment process for this rewarding career opportunity.
At the commencement of employment, Police Officer Academy Graduates will begin their field training program with the Mountain View Police Department. Review our detailed job description
What You'll Do
The Police Officer Academy Graduate will provide community service such as :
- Respond to requests for police service.
- Provide public assistance and education.
- Proactively detect and address community concerns and issues.
- Problem solve and mediate utilizing the principles of de-escalation.
- Build progressive relationships with a foundation of respect and trust.
- Facilitate due process with professionalism : conduct interviews and investigations, prepare reports, apprehend, and process offenders and testify in court.
How You'll Do It
The Mountain View Way :
The Essentials
Eligible Police Officer Academy Graduate candidateswill possess the following :
In addition, the following must be attached :
Are We a Match?
Apply Now
Submit your application and resume online at or to the Human Resources Department; City of Mountain View, 500 Castro Street, Mountain View, CA 94041, (650) 903-6309. Please provide a valid email address on your application. This recruitment will be open on a continuous basis with a first review date of August 7, 2024 Qualified applicants are encouraged to apply early. Depending on the number of applicants this process may be altered.
The $5,000 new hire bonus is reserved for new hires; current City of Mountain View employees are not eligible. Bonus is paid in two payments; $2,500 in your first paycheck and $2,500 following successful completion of the probationary period.
Fine Print.
Depending on the number of applications, the above process may be altered. Candidates with a disability who may require special assistance in any phase of the application or testing process should advise the Human Resources Department upon submittal of application. Documentation of the need for accommodation must accompany the request. The City of Mountain View is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE).
Candidates on the eligibility list must successfully pass a medical exam, psychological screening and an extensive background investigation conducted under POST guidelines, including a polygraph and a DOJ and FBI fingerprint check, prior to employment. A conviction history will not necessarily disqualify an applicant from appointment; however, failure to disclose a conviction will result in disqualification or termination. Candidates with a disability which may require special assistance in any phase of the application or testing process should advise the Human Resources Division upon submittal of application. The City of Mountain View is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE). The Mountain View Police Department is accredited by the Commission on Accreditation for law enforcement agencies.
NOTE : The provisions of this bulletin do not constitute an expressed or implied contract, and any provisions contained in this bulletin may be modified or revoked without notice.
We offer a complete benefits package to full-time employees including health care, dental, vision, retirement, deferred compensation plans, flexible spending accounts, life insurance, long-term disability, holidays, vacation, and sick leave.
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Salary : $137,592 - $167,085
