Police Officer Trainee

About the role

The City of Emeryville seeks highly motivated individuals to join our Police Department as Police Officer Trainees. The position offers competitive compensation and benefits.

Compensation

$136,320.00 - $162,672.00 Annually + incentives Trainee Salary ($82,212.00 - $86,292.00 Annually)

About Emeryville

Emeryville is located at the heart of the San Francisco Bay Area. It is centrally located and accessible, resting at the east landing of the Bay Bridge and bounded by Interstate freeways 80, 880, and 580. The city is proud of its reputation as a leader in community development, cutting-edge programs, and progressive approaches to organizational issues. Emeryville has evolved from an industrial environment to a retail/technology community. The city and school district share a magnificent state-of-the-art school and community center complex, and the City is forging a new vision through its General Plan Update.

About the Department and Position

The Emeryville Police Department is a proactive, professional, public safety organization that prides itself on its thoughtful interactions and unwavering support with/for the community. The Department’s culture preserves a family atmosphere while maintaining its professional status, which strongly emphasizes a collaborative approach to problem-solving. In addition to the basic services such as patrol and dispatch, the Emeryville Police Department provides special services such as traffic, bicycle, foot patrol, K9, field evidence, and investigations. Members of the Department pride themselves on being part of an organization that is respected by law enforcement peers and fully responsive to the public safety needs of the community. There is a strong commitment and dedication to making the City of Emeryville a safe environment to live and work.

Required

The City of Emeryville Police Department is seeking highly motivated individuals who are eager to work in a city and department that prides itself on professionalism and community support. Selected candidates are either currently attending or will attend a California P.O.S.T. approved basic academy and pass all required courses, including but not limited to: Report Writing, Laws of Arrest, Search and Seizure, Defensive Driving, Firearms Qualifications.

Qualifications

• Completed a PELLET-B written exam with a valid T-score of 45 or above. PELLET-B scores will be accepted within one (1) year from the test administration date. Tests older than one (1) year will not meet the minimum qualifications for this position.
• Passed the National Testing Network’s (NTN) Law Enforcement Test with scores of at least: Video: 65, Reading: 70, and Writing: 70.
• Must be at least 20 years of age to apply, and at least 21 years of age at time of appointment to the position of Police Officer.
• Free of felony convictions; no misdemeanor convictions which mandate weapons restrictions.
• Possess a valid California Driver’s license with a satisfactory driving record (this is an ongoing requirement).
• Have uncorrected vision of at least 20/100 in each eye or corrected to 20/30.
• Possess normal color vision and hearing.
• To be appointed a Police Officer in California, you must be a citizen of the United States or a permanent resident alien who is eligible for and has applied for citizenship. Citizenship status must be conferred within three (3) years of applying for citizenship.

Skills

Highly motivated individuals who are eager to work in a city and department that prides itself on professionalism and community support.

Benefits

The City provides the following benefits package to Police Officer Trainees: Trainee Salary Health and Welfare: Medical, dental, and vision care coverage are paid by the City (to a capped amount) for the employee and eligible dependents Upon graduation from the academy and appointment to Police Officer, the benefits package will include that of a Police Officer per the POA MOU.

To Apply

Applicants must complete and submit a City of Emeryville application online (paper applications will not be accepted) and attach a letter or written test results. All of the following will be accepted:

• Academy Attendee – Must be currently enrolled in a POST approved Law Enforcement Academy at the time of application. Attach a copy of a letter from your Training Coordinator on Academy letterhead stating you are currently attending the academy and listing your graduation date.
• PELLET-B – Attach to your application. Applicants with a valid T-score of 45 or above from other jurisdictions may submit a letter on agency letterhead that states they have taken the California Commission on Peace Officer Standards and Training (POST) Entry Level Law Enforcement Test Battery (PELLET-B) written examination. The letter must contain the total T-score AND the date of the test; test dates older than one (1) year will not be accepted. Letters must be scanned and uploaded with your online application.
• National Testing Network (NTN) – you can schedule your law enforcement test at www.nationaltestingnetwork.com. Once you complete your application, you will receive an email with details on how to complete the test with NTN. Please be sure to have your test results sent to the City of Emeryville, so we can verify your results. If you selected the City of Emeryville to receive your NTN test results and do not attach a copy of your results, the City will verify your results in the NTN system.

Required Questions

Required Questions Are you at least 20 years old at the time of submitting this application? Yes No
Do you possess a high school diploma or equivalent? Yes No
Have you completed and attached either a PELLET-B written exam with a valid T-score of 45 or above or a National Testing Network's (NTN) Law Enforcement Test with scores of at least: Video: 65, Reading: 70, and Writing: 70? PELLET-B National Testing Network's (NTN) Law Enforcement Test I have sent my scores from National Testing Network (NTN) to the City of Emeryville. I am a current POST Academy attendee/student. I have attached an official letter indicating my current status and graduation date. I do not possess scores from a PELLET-B written exam, National Testing Network Law Enforcement Test, or I am not a current POST Academy attendee.