Police Trainee

CITY OF BAKERSFIELD, CA
Bakersfield, California United States  View Map
Posted: Jul 09, 2024
  • Salary: $5,126.16 Monthly USD
  • Public Safety
  • Job Description

    Description

    This is a continuous recruitment. Testing will take place ongoing during the year, and P.O.S.T. Basic Course Police Academies are tentatively scheduled at minimum twice per year. Testing dates and all recruitment notifications will be announced via e-mail. Notices will only be sent once a date is scheduled. Application status updates will be provided once a month prior to the test date.

    Testing dates and times are available here .

    This recruitment may be used to fill current and future vacancies within this classification. Upon satisfactory graduation from a Bakersfield Police Department P.O.S.T. Basic Course Police Academy, applicants will be appointed to a Police Officer. For more information on the Police Officer position, please click here

    Representative Duties

    For a full job description of Police Trainee, please click here .

    Minimum Qualifications

    Applications will be accepted only from those applicants who properly complete the application and clearly demonstrate on the City application and supplemental questionnaire that they possess the minimum qualifications which include:

    • Graduation from an accredited high school or successful completion of the General Educational Development (G.E.D.) exam; AND
    • At least 21 years of age upon completion of the academy training;
    • Must be a citizen of the United States; OR
    • Permanent resident alien who is eligible and has applied for U.S. citizenship prior to application for employment in compliance with Government Code Section 1031.
    • Possession of a valid California Class "C" driver's license.
    • Must meet the medical standards recommended by the Commission on Peace Officer Standards and Training (P.O.S.T.) .
    • Must undergo a complete background investigation, which includes a polygraph, psychological examination, and fingerprint clearance.


    HIRING INCENTIVES:

    Up to $4,500 Hiring Bonus

    For more information on incentives, benefits and additional phases of the examination and selection process, please visit the City’s Website under News & Highlights .

    Any questions regarding the recruitment process, please visit our Recruitment Website - JOINBPD.US . Or you may contact the Training Division of the Bakersfield Police Department at 661-326-3895 or Recruiting@bakersfieldpd.us.

    Examination (Weighted: 100%)

    IMPORTANT: Applications from individuals who were disqualified during the background investigation or polygraph process within the past twelve (12) month period or failed the psychological examination for Police Officer administered by the City of Bakersfield within the past twelve (12) month period, are not eligible for this recruitment and will be rejected.

    Full Summary of Benefits by Bargaining Unit:
    • Blue & White Miscellaneous Unit
    • Fire Safety Unit
    • Police Safety Unit
    • General Supervisory & Management Unit (coming soon)
    VACATION: Accrual rate is determined by bargaining unit.
    1-4 years of service: 10 days per year.
    5-13 years of service: 15 days per year.
    14+ years of service: 20 days per year.

    VACATION - FIRE SAFETY SHIFT PERSONNEL ONLY:
    1-4 years of service: 4.68 (24-hr. duty shifts)
    5-15 years of service: 7.02 (24-hr. duty shifts)
    16+ years of service: 9.36 (24-hr. duty shifts)

    HOLIDAYS: 13 paid holidays per year.

    SICK LEAVE: Earned at the rate of one working day per month of service to a maximum of 120 days; portions therafter may be convertible.

    ADMINISTRATIVE LEAVE: 10 days per year for General Supervisory and Management employees.

    INSURANCE: The City and the employee share contributions for premiums for health insurance coverage. The City provides life insurance benefits based on bargaining unit. Visit the City's Employee Benefit website for detailed information (rates and plan information).

    RETIREMENT: Benefits are provided by the City's participation in the Public Employee's Retirement System (PERS). 2% @ 62 for new hire Miscellaneous and 2.7% @ 57 for Safety (Fire & Police). Visit the City's Retirement websitefor additional information.
  • ABOUT THE COMPANY

    • City of Bakersfield
    • City of Bakersfield

    At over 413, 000 residents within the City of Bakersfield and another 100,000 in the metro area,

    Bakersfield is the ninth largest city in California, ranked between Oakland and Anaheim. Uniquely placed

    geographically, the successful candidate will be no more than a couple of hours drive from all things California,

    whether that’s Disneyland, the Pacific Ocean, Sequoia’s Big Trees and Yosemite’s waterfalls, or the thrill of skiing

    at Mammoth Mountain. Right here at home, the 30-mile paved Kern River Parkway Trail winds through preserved

    riparian habitat where you might see rabbits, roadrunners, and other protected wildlife. Sunny year round,

    Bakersfield does get hot in the summer, but this region’s Mediterranean climate provides for an

    all-seasons lifestyle. Bakersfield is the nation’s top city for family activities. For more information

    on things to do in Bakersfield, please visit The Visit Bakersfield Website.

    The Bakersfield City Council is composed of seven members elected from the seven wards of the City on a nonpartisan basis to serve overlapping four-year terms. The Mayor is elected at-large to serve a four-year term as presiding officer at Council meetings and as the head of the City for legislative and ceremonial purposes.

    The City’s tagline is “The Sound of Something Better” and our team strives to better the community on behalf of the residents we serve each and every day. The City also strives to ensure all team members are provided with a supportive and fulfilling working environment, with emphasis placed on professional development opportunities and career advancement planning. Our team members are frequently encouraged to participate in the City’s employee incentive, wellness and leadership development programs that are offered throughout the year, as well as position-specific training and educational opportunities. Employment with the City of Bakersfield is more than a job, it is being part of something better.

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