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The Stockton Police Department is looking for leaders to join our team!

The Police Officer Trainee role offers individuals a chance to secure a complete scholarship to a police academy while working for the Stockton Police Department. Additionally, candidates will receive a regular monthly salary, and the department may cover hotel expenses for the full six months of the academy, along with a per diem allowance for meals, depending on the academy the candidate is required to attend.

POLICE OFFICER TRAINEE - You will be sworn in as a Police Officer by our Stockton Police Chief upon completion of the academy.

Salary

$5,637.96 Monthly

Location

City of Stockton, CA

Job Type

Full-Time (Probationary)

Job Number

0723-01624

Department

Police

DESCRIPTION

• BENEFITS
• QUESTIONS

DEFINITION

START A CAREER IN LAW ENFORCEMENT

POLICE OFFICER TRAINEE

4% COLA effective July 1, 2023

4% COLA effective July 1, 2024

MONTHLY SALARY RANGE:

• Police Officer Trainee - $5,637.96 (while attending the academy)
• Police Officer - $6,648.84 (after successful completion of the academy) to $8,542.32

CLASSIFIED/REPRESENTED POSITION

FLSA STATUS: Non-Exempt

**IMPORTANT DATES and STUDY GUIDE INSTRUCTIONS**

*PHYSICAL ABILITY TEST (PAT) and PELLETB Written Test

Saturday, July 15, 2023

See Supplemental Questions for the following important information:

• Physical Requirement
• Veterans Preference
• T-score Submission
• POST 30-Day Period
• Virtual Recruiting
• PAT/PELLETB Workshop
• PELLETB Preparation Guide
• "Mark your Calendar" Test Date!

CLASS CHARACTERISTICS

For Police Officer Trainee Job Description, click here(Download PDF reader)

PRINCIPAL DUTIES (Illustrative Only)

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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.

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.

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.

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 addition to the requirements listed above, candidates must possess the knowledge, skills, and physical/mental abilities. For Police Officer Trainee Job Description, click here(Download PDF reader)

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.

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Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $70,361.00 - $106,608.00 per year

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Professional development assistance
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 10 hour shift
• Day shift
• Evening shift

Application Question(s):

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

Education:

• High school or equivalent (Preferred)

Work Location: In person