Police Officer Recruit

About the role

The Modesto Police Department is seeking candidates to join our team as a Police Officer Recruit. This role requires participation in a POST-certified Basic Law Enforcement Academy, leading to graduation and certification.

Responsibilities

• Attend classroom activities and participate in the learning process.
• Complete classroom assignments and projects.
• Participate in physical activities to earn a passing grade on the POST physical agility exam.
• Participate in the firearms course to achieve a qualifying score for firearms qualification under California Penal Code Section 832.
• Build and maintain positive working relationships with co-workers, other City employees, and the public.
• Observe and maintain a safe working environment in compliance with established safety programs and procedures.

Requirements

• Minimum of 20 years of age at time of application.
• Pass a POST-certified Basic Law Enforcement Academy including classroom instruction, physical agility, and use of firearms.
• Ability to lift up to 75 pounds.
• Pass a background check.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED equivalency.
• Completion of a minimum of 15 units of college coursework from an accredited college or university is desirable.
• Valid California driver's license.

Skills

• Knowledge of English usage, spelling, grammar, and punctuation.
• Office procedures, methods, and equipment including computers and applicable software applications.
• Ability to learn proper police procedures and methods.
• Analytical skills to determine and take emergency and/or appropriate action.
• Effective communication skills, both oral and in writing.
• Ability to operate office equipment including computers and supporting word processing, spreadsheet, and database applications.

Benefits

The City of Modesto offers various benefits including:

• Retirement benefit based on three-year final compensation average.
• Health, dental, and vision coverage provided by the City.
• Longevity pay of 2.5% at 10 years of service.
• Education incentive pay of 2.5% for possession of a Bachelor's Degree and 5% for possession of a Master's Degree.
• Deferred compensation plan with a matching contribution by the employee.
• Retiree health savings account (RHS) with an initial deposit of $2,880.
• Uniform allowance depending on assignment.
• Employee assistance program providing up to 3 counseling visits per incident.
• Bilingual incentive leave of $50 per pay period for employees needed in a bilingual capacity.

Pay

$5,000 Hiring Incentive for this position. Additionally, there is a $5,000 Military Hiring Incentive for those who have served in the U.S. Military and received an Honorable or General Discharge as denoted on the DD214. Sick/Vacation Front Loading - 20 hours of sick and 20 hours of vacation will be front loaded on date of hire.

Schedule

Applicants who successfully complete the physical agility examination will be invited to stay for a selection interview with the Modesto Police Department on the same day. The Human Resources Department reserves the right to revise the testing process to best meet the needs of the City.

Contact Information

To obtain more information about the available testing dates and to enroll, please visit the Modesto Police Department website at http://modestogov.com/1539/Post-Pellet-B-Testing. For more information about becoming a Police Officer with the Modesto Police Department, click on the link below: https://www.modestogov.com/301/Join-Our-Team.

Application Process

All applicants must submit POST-certified entrance examination test results with their application. Written verification must be on agency or academy letterhead where the test was administered and must list the test date, type of test administered, and the results. The results must show a minimum t-score of 45.0 dated within 12 months from application in order to qualify for the position with the City of Modesto.

Additional Information

The City of Modesto is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to fostering, cultivating, and preserving a culture of diversity, equity, and inclusion. A city application is required, including Supplemental Questionnaire. The City does not sponsor H-1B Visas.