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Police Recruit (Academy Enrolled)

City of Tustin · Tustin, CA · 2 mo ago
Information Technology$2k/moFull-time

About the role

The City of Tustin Police Department is currently seeking applicants for academy enrolled Police Recruit. This recruitment is open to candidates who are currently enrolled in a POST certified Police Academy, or have graduated from one within the last six months, and is conducted on a continuous basis to meet the needs of the City as vacancies occur and may close at any time.

Responsibilities

  • Successful candidates are appointed in a non-sworn capacity while attending a POST certified Basic Police Academy.
  • Candidates must pass the following components to continue to the next phase: Physical Agility Exam, Oral Board Interview, Background Investigation and Polygraph Examination, Police Chief's Interview, Psychological and Medical Examinations.
  • After meeting all department, state mandated and academy requirements, including graduation from the Police Academy, incumbents are considered for promotion to the position of sworn Police Officer.
  • Sworn officers perform the full range of law enforcement duties.

Requirements

  • Must currently be enrolled in a POST certified Police Academy, or have graduated from one within the last six months.
  • Age: Must be 21 years of age at time of appointment.
  • Education: High school graduate or equivalent.
  • Physical: Excellent physical condition. Must be physically capable of performing all tasks required of a Tustin Police Officer as determined by a physical agility test, medical examination and psychological evaluation.
  • Authorization to Work: Must be legally authorized to work in the United States under federal law.
  • Background: Must be of good moral character with no convictions for felony or crimes of moral turpitude and be able to pass a comprehensive background investigation.
  • License: At time of appointment, candidate must possess and maintain a valid California driver's license and satisfactory driving record.

Qualifications

  • Must have fluent command of the English language in both oral and written form.

Skills

  • Excellent communication skills.
  • Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
  • Strong problem-solving and decision-making abilities.

Benefits

The City of Tustin offers a comprehensive compensation and benefit program that includes:

  • FLEXIBLE BENEFIT PLAN
  • RETIREMENT
  • Deferred Compensation
  • General Leave
  • HOLIDAYS
  • EDUCATIONAL/POST INCENTIVE PAY
  • LONGEVITY PAY
  • ALTERNATIVE WORK SCHEDULE
  • RETIREE HEALTH INSURANCE
  • TUITION REIMBURSEMENT
  • EMPLOYEE ASSISTANCE PROGRAM
  • MEDICARE
  • SECTION 125 MEDICAL & DEPENDENT CARE PROGRAM
  • Additional Pay

Pay

Salary range: TBD

Schedule

Full-time schedule: TBD

Contact Information

To Be Considered, The Following Must Be Submitted:

  • A completed application
  • Proof of Police Academy enrollment or graduation

Application Instructions

Click here to submit your application.

Important Notes

Recent drug usage, theft or other illegal activity may be grounds for disqualification. A pre-employment medical, psychological evaluation AND a drug screen will be conducted upon a conditional offer of employment.

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