Police Officer

Required Qualifications:

• High School Graduate

• Basic knowledge in the following areas: First Aid / CPR, campus streets, buildings, and parking lots, general law enforcement procedures, vehicle laws, and the use of firearms. New recruits - within 1 year of appointment

• Observes situations analytically, impartially, and objectively, and records pertinent information accurately and completely. New recruits - within 1 year of appointment

• Demonstrated verbal and written skills and the ability to interact with a diverse community.

• Able to pass medical and psychological examinations, and an extensive background investigation in compliance with California Commission on Peace Officer Standards and Training (POST) standards.

• Able to work rotating shifts in all inclement and diverse weather conditions. Daily functions may require wearing a uniform.

• No felony convictions.

• US citizen or permanent resident alien who is eligible and has applied for citizenship.

• At least 21 years old at the time of hire.

• Possess a valid California Driver’s License with no restrictions other than corrective lenses and have a satisfactory driving record.

• Skill in speaking and writing English using appropriate vocabulary to provide information and prepare written reports. 

• Hold a current California Commission on Peace Officer Standards and Training (POST) Basic certificate or complete the California POST Regular Basic Course (RBC). Note: You will need to provide proof of eligibility from POST before full employment.

• SB2 and or SB960 as noted with the California Commission on Peace Officer Standards and Training (POST) Gov. Code 1029/1031 compliant.

• Maintain POST Firearms and PC 832 Arrest qualifications.

• Candidates who have passed an academy but did not complete or pass an FTO program must have a current Basic POST certificate and status listed as a lateral candidate.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Associate's degree or higher

Required License: 

• Current and valid driver's license with no restrictions other than corrective lenses and have a satisfactory driving record.   

Required Certifications:   

• Hold a current California Commission on Peace Officer Standards and Training (POST) 

• Basic certificate or complete the California POST Regular Basic Course (RBC). 

Note: You will need to provide proof of eligibility from POST before full employment.