What are the responsibilities and job description for the Police Officer Trainee position at City of Red Bluff?
Successful applicants must pass a Physical Agility Exam. Upon successfully passing the Physical Agility Exam, a PELLETB Written exam will be scheduled. Applicants must pass both exams to qualify for the Academy.
Butte College Law Enforcement Academy dates will be June 30, 2025 - December 5, 2025,
Must be at least 21 years of age upon graduation date to be considered.
Under supervision in a training capacity in preparation for a professional law enforcement career, individual(s) selected will be sponsored (paid) to attend the P.O.S.T. Police Academy, and to perform related work. We are seeking motivated individual(s) with a strong commitment toward providing excellent service to the members of the community. An eligibility list to fill current and future Police Officer vacancies will be established.
- Attends classroom lectures on subjects including criminal law, laws of arrest, traffic laws, juvenile law, principles of law enforcement, rules of evidence, rules of search and seizure, patrol theory and methods, and report writing.
- Observes, practices, and performs demonstrations on arrest and control methods and the care and use of firearms and other law enforcement tools.
- Participates in physical conditioning and self-defense exercises.
- Participates in practical role-playing scenarios and exercises.
- Maintains communication with Department staff to report on Academy status and progress.
- Takes examinations.
Applicants must be available to attend a 23-week P.O.S.T. Basic Police Officer Training Academy designed to provide a comprehensive overview of the criminal justice system and specialized training in various laws, police practices and procedures, law enforcement techniques, first aid and physical conditioning. Must be 21 or older at time of graduation from the Police Academy (December, 2023); Must meet or exceed the following qualifications: Possess a High School Diploma/G.E.D., a valid California Driver’s License and a satisfactory driving record. U.S. Citizenship is mandatory. Applicants must demonstrate the ability to complete the P.O.S.T. physical agility test and to successfully pass a comprehensive background investigation, truth verification exam, psychological screening and medical examination.
If a candidate fails to complete the academy their employment with the City will be terminated. If the candidate was a CSO prior to entering the academy and their former CSO position remained vacant, the individual could be reinstated to the CSO position subject to City of Red Bluff Police Unit Memorandum of Understanding section 17.04.00 (Reinstatement).
Education:
Candidates must possess a high school diploma or equivalent.
The duties listed above are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work that may be performed. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related or a logical assignment to the position. The job description does not constitute an employment agreement between the employer and employee and is subject to change by the employer as the needs of the employer and requirements of the job change.
The department is currently recruiting for vacancies.
In addition, the City of Red Bluff is establishing an eligibility list to fill future vacancies for a Police Officer Trainee, as well as subsequent vacancies which occur during the life of the eligibility list.
Please submit ALL required documents when applying such as, copies of all required degrees and/or certifications as outlined in the job description. Incomplete applications will not be considered.
For questions about this recruitment contact:
Scott Garrison, HR Administrator
530-527-2605 Ext. 3051 | hr.redbluff@cityofredbluff.org
All final offers of employment are contingent upon successful completion of background, fingerprinting, drug test and physical examination provided by the City.
The City of Red Bluff is an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to age, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status.
Salary : $22 - $28
