What are the responsibilities and job description for the Police Recruit (Current Academy Attendee) position at City of Salinas?
This recruitment specifically invites candidates that are currently enrolled and/or attending a California P.O.S.T. accredited Police Academy. Candidates must be enrolled in a six (6) month full-time Police Academy or have begun the last module of an extended. Applicants who are not currently enrolled or have been accepted into a Police Academy should apply for the Police Recruit (Entry Level) position.
Hiring Incentive: Applicants hired on or after April 5, 2024, will receive a $20,000 hiring incentive. $2,500 upon hiring; $5,000 upon successful completion of the field training program, $6,250 upon one year from the completion of the field training Program, and $6,250 two years from completion of the field training program Please be sure to give employee's name in supplemental question section of your application if one referred you.
The Salinas Police Department is seeking enthusiastic individuals ready to start their careers in law enforcement. This is an entry-level position for the Police Officer series. This is an exciting opportunity for someone with the desire to serve their local community and be a part of a winning team. Applicants who have been accepted to a Police Academy and/or are currently attending are eligible to apply for this opportunity. This recruitment may be closed at any time once a sufficient number of applications have been received. Candidates must apply through this recruitment and submit the required documents at time of application. An application appraisal will determine which candidates move forward to the department interview. If selected for hire, candidates will be eligible to receive health care benefits, vacation accruals and a generous benefit package.
REQUIRED DOCUMENTS:
To be considered for this position, you are required to submit the following two documents:
1) Documentation of academy attendance (letter on official letter head)
2) P.O.S.T. PELLET B Examination T-Score 48 or above (official score letter from P.O.S.T or testing agency valid within the last 12 months)
Application questions can be submitted to maria.avila@ci.salinas.ca.us. Questions about the department can be submitted to spdrecruitment@ci.salinas.ca.us or by visiting joinsalinaspd.org
Summary of Duties: Under direction, utilizes specialized training and equipment to protect life and property by enforcing laws and preventing crimes.
Distinguishing Characteristics: This is the entry journey level classification in the City's sworn police officer series. Police recruits are entry-level positions with little or no related training or experience required. Recruits must complete a State certified Police Academy prior to appointment to probationary status as a police officer.
Supervision Received and Exercised: Receives direction from a sworn police supervisor.
- Successfully complete all required courses to receive a P.O.S.T. certificate
Knowledge of:
- City, State and federal laws, statutes, ordinances, and court decisions as pertinent to assigned duties
- Police department policies, practices, regulations, and procedures
- Law enforcement and crime prevention principles, practices, and techniques
- Human behavioral theories, principles, methods, and practices
Skills to:
- Read and interpret complex technical documents, such as laws, ordinances and court decisions.
- Communicate verbally in a clear and concise manner.
- Write clear and comprehensive reports.
Ability to:
- Properly handle individuals exhibiting problem behavior, and situations presenting disorder and/or danger to self or others
- Carry out orders from supervisors and other senior officers
- Work effectively with a variety of co-workers and members of the public from a cross-section of educational and socio-cultural backgrounds
- Demonstrate physical ability and stamina appropriate to perform the duties of the position
Education: An example of the education and experience which most likely demonstrates the skills, knowledge and abilities required to perform the duties would be any combination equivalent to completion of the 12th grade or GED
Licenses and Certifications: A valid State of California Driver’s License.
Physical Demands and Working Conditions: Essential duties require the mental and/or physical ability to maintain physical and emotional conditioning to optimally perform in this position; manual dexterity sufficient to write, type, use telephone, two-way radio, computer, use and control of firearms; see well enough to drive vehicles, read small print on documents and maps, detect subtle shades of color; hearing sufficient to conduct in person and telephone and two-way radio conversations; speaking ability in an understandable voice with sufficient volume to be heard at fifty feet of distance, on the telephone and in addressing groups; physical agility to push/pull, squat, twist, turn, bend, stoop, reach overhead, climb over obstacles such as fences and walls while running in foot pursuit of a crime suspect; physical mobility sufficient to move in and out of a vehicle repeatedly, sprint from a stand-still; physical strength to carry 30 pounds of equipment on the body for period of at least ten hours per shift, occasionally lift more than 120 pounds, repetitively lift up to 100 pounds; physical stamina sufficient to sit and drive for prolonged periods of time, to carry 30 pounds of equipment worn on the body for ten hour shifts and to repetitively move in and out of a vehicle several times per shift; mental acuity and alertness to collect and interpret data, evaluate, reason, define problems, establish facts, draw rapid valid conclusions, make rapid valid judgments and decisions. Other physical requirements as described in the P.O.S.T. Medical Screening Manual.
Depending upon specific assignment, this job is subject to hazardous and dangerous work conditions in the field that may include driving a police vehicle for ten hour shifts, occasionally at high speeds while in pursuit or in response to emergency situations. It also may include running for distances in excess of 100 yards while in foot pursuit of crime suspects, and working all weather conditions including rain, fog, wind, sun, and at night. May be subjected to verbal and physical abusive behavior, threats, insults, and be in contact with persons that carry weapons and communicable diseases.
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed and are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills which may be required.
Salary : $6,250
