City of Alameda
Police Officer - Recruits and Academy Attendees (Hiring Incentive)
City of Alameda, Alameda, California, United States, 94501
The City of Alameda is offering a
$75,000 HIRING INCENTIVE
to successful candidates while funds are available.The City of Alameda offers hiring incentives for Recruits and Academy Attendees. Incentive includes:$75,000 cash bonus paid out as follows:
$25,000 upon swearing-in$50,000* upon completion of Field Training Program* To be eligible for the $50,000 payment, hired personnel must commit to five years of service with the City of Alameda Police Department.POLICE OFFICER – RECRUIT AND ACADEMY ATTENDEESThank you for your interest in becoming a Police Officer with the City of Alameda.
A little bit about APD:The Alameda Police Department has 88 sworn staff and 34 non-sworn staff.
As a Police Officer with APD, you will have the opportunity to work in specialized areas: K9, Motors/Traffic Enforcement, Violent Crimes, Property Crimes, Internal Affairs, Personnel and Training, Marine Patrol, Peer Support, Critical Incident Response Team, Homeless Liaison Officer, and Honor Guard.
Our pay/medical benefits for a Police Recruit (while attending the 6-month Police Academy) are as follows:
$28.83/hour (40 hours per week) while attending the Police AcademyFull medical coverage for you and your familyAfter academy graduation, pay/medical benefits for a Police Officer are as follows:
Step 1 (of 5) Pay Rate: $54.64/hourHoliday In-Lieu Pay Rate: $3.78/hourTotal Top Step Pay: $71.04/hour or $147,747.19/yearIn addition, you will also be eligible for:
Uniform allowance: $2,000/yearInitial equipment allowance: $750Bilingual Pay: $672/yearAdditional 5% pay for BA degree3% Retention Pay after 10 years of service, additional 4% after 15 years, and an additional 5% after 20 years2.7%@57 CalPERS formula for New MembersEmployer paid medical benefits for you and your familyNATURE OF POSITIONUnder direct supervision, a Police Officer - Recruit attends a P.O.S.T.-certified basic police academy and receives closely supervised training in areas such as law and Penal Codes, criminal justice system procedures, law enforcement and crime prevention techniques, physical fitness and first aid, proper handling and firing of firearms, radio codes and dispatching procedures, public contact skills, interviewing and taking complaints, writing and editing police reports, geography, investigation techniques, arrest and suspect handling procedures, emergency police vehicle operation, and departmental rules and regulations.
POLICE RECRUIT - Requirements to Apply:
Must be 21 years old by date of appointment as a Police Officer.Must have a High School Diploma/G.E.D.Possess a PELLETB T-Score of 45 or higher
OR
NTN minimum scores of 65% Video; 70% Writing; 70% Reading.Must have a valid driver's license and satisfactory driving record (need CA driver's license before appointment).Must be legally authorized to work in the United States under federal law.Desirable Qualification: At least 2 years of related work experience requiring public contact.(Pre-Graduate) POLICE ACADEMY ATTENDEE - Requirements to Apply:
Currently enrolled in a POST certified Police Academy in good standing and on track to graduate with POST Basic Course certification
OR
currently enrolled in the final (fourth) POST Basic Course Module.Be 21 years old by date of appointment as a Police Officer.Possess a high school diploma or a G.E.D.Possess a PELLETB T-Score of 45 or higher
OR
NTN minimum scores of 65% Video; 70% Writing; 70% Reading
OR
an Associate's Degree (AA) or higher or equivalent college coursework.Be in excellent physical condition and demonstrate a state of physical and mental health consistent with the ability to perform assigned duties.Valid driver's license and satisfactory driving record (need CA driver's license prior to appointment).Be legally authorized to work in the United States under federal law.Other Requirements:
Ability to successfully complete Academy requirements.Observe and accurately remember names, faces, numbers, incidents, and places.Learn and interpret laws, regulations, policies, and procedures.Carry out oral and written directions.Analyze situations and make quick decisions requiring sound judgment.Communicate effectively.Establish and maintain accurate records.Prepare concise, comprehensive reports.Act with resourcefulness, courtesy, and initiative.Exercise independent judgment.Establish and maintain effective working relationships with employees and the general public.
Loyalty Oath : An oath or affirmation of allegiance to the United States and to the State of California must be taken before appointment.POST Certification:
Peace Officers must be able to maintain a valid California POST certification during employment.Application and Selection Process:To apply, click the "Apply" button and complete an application. All applicants must submit a completed job application and supplemental questionnaire.All
Police Recruit
applicants are required to submit a PELLETB score of 45 or higher OR a NTN with the following scores: 65% Video; 70% Written; 70% Reading within the last 12 months to proceed.All
Police Academy Attendee
applicants are required to either attach a PELLETB score of 45 or higher within the last 12 months, or NTN minimum scores of 65% Video; 70% Written; 70% Reading or attach verification of an Associate's Degree or higher in order to proceed.Applicants who pass the initial screening process will be invited to participate in an oral board panel interview.
Candidates passing all components of the examination process will be placed on an Eligible List. A list of names is certified to the department(s) having vacancies based on the type of examination conducted pursuant to the provision of the City's Civil Service Rules. Final selection will be made from the Eligible List by the Department Head subject to approval by the City Manager.
VETERAN'S PREFERENCE CREDIT:
A job applicant qualifies as a veteran if honorably discharged from active military, reservist, or National Guard duty of at least 18 consecutive months within the past five (5) years of the date of application. An applicant claiming veteran's preference credit must attach to their application a legible copy of their
DD-214
verifying the type of discharge and date(s) of active service. NO OTHER DOCUMENTATION WILL BE ACCEPTED.E-VERIFY:
The City of Alameda utilizes the Federal government's E-Verify program and new employees must provide documentation to establish both identity and work authorization.
AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYERThe City of Alameda encourages minorities, women, and the disabled to apply. It is the City's policy that all aspects of employment and promotion shall be without regard to sex, marital status or disability, race, sexual orientation, political affiliation, religious creed, color, national origin, or age.
The information contained herein is subject to change and does not constitute either an expressed or implied contract.#J-18808-Ljbffr
$75,000 HIRING INCENTIVE
to successful candidates while funds are available.The City of Alameda offers hiring incentives for Recruits and Academy Attendees. Incentive includes:$75,000 cash bonus paid out as follows:
$25,000 upon swearing-in$50,000* upon completion of Field Training Program* To be eligible for the $50,000 payment, hired personnel must commit to five years of service with the City of Alameda Police Department.POLICE OFFICER – RECRUIT AND ACADEMY ATTENDEESThank you for your interest in becoming a Police Officer with the City of Alameda.
A little bit about APD:The Alameda Police Department has 88 sworn staff and 34 non-sworn staff.
As a Police Officer with APD, you will have the opportunity to work in specialized areas: K9, Motors/Traffic Enforcement, Violent Crimes, Property Crimes, Internal Affairs, Personnel and Training, Marine Patrol, Peer Support, Critical Incident Response Team, Homeless Liaison Officer, and Honor Guard.
Our pay/medical benefits for a Police Recruit (while attending the 6-month Police Academy) are as follows:
$28.83/hour (40 hours per week) while attending the Police AcademyFull medical coverage for you and your familyAfter academy graduation, pay/medical benefits for a Police Officer are as follows:
Step 1 (of 5) Pay Rate: $54.64/hourHoliday In-Lieu Pay Rate: $3.78/hourTotal Top Step Pay: $71.04/hour or $147,747.19/yearIn addition, you will also be eligible for:
Uniform allowance: $2,000/yearInitial equipment allowance: $750Bilingual Pay: $672/yearAdditional 5% pay for BA degree3% Retention Pay after 10 years of service, additional 4% after 15 years, and an additional 5% after 20 years2.7%@57 CalPERS formula for New MembersEmployer paid medical benefits for you and your familyNATURE OF POSITIONUnder direct supervision, a Police Officer - Recruit attends a P.O.S.T.-certified basic police academy and receives closely supervised training in areas such as law and Penal Codes, criminal justice system procedures, law enforcement and crime prevention techniques, physical fitness and first aid, proper handling and firing of firearms, radio codes and dispatching procedures, public contact skills, interviewing and taking complaints, writing and editing police reports, geography, investigation techniques, arrest and suspect handling procedures, emergency police vehicle operation, and departmental rules and regulations.
POLICE RECRUIT - Requirements to Apply:
Must be 21 years old by date of appointment as a Police Officer.Must have a High School Diploma/G.E.D.Possess a PELLETB T-Score of 45 or higher
OR
NTN minimum scores of 65% Video; 70% Writing; 70% Reading.Must have a valid driver's license and satisfactory driving record (need CA driver's license before appointment).Must be legally authorized to work in the United States under federal law.Desirable Qualification: At least 2 years of related work experience requiring public contact.(Pre-Graduate) POLICE ACADEMY ATTENDEE - Requirements to Apply:
Currently enrolled in a POST certified Police Academy in good standing and on track to graduate with POST Basic Course certification
OR
currently enrolled in the final (fourth) POST Basic Course Module.Be 21 years old by date of appointment as a Police Officer.Possess a high school diploma or a G.E.D.Possess a PELLETB T-Score of 45 or higher
OR
NTN minimum scores of 65% Video; 70% Writing; 70% Reading
OR
an Associate's Degree (AA) or higher or equivalent college coursework.Be in excellent physical condition and demonstrate a state of physical and mental health consistent with the ability to perform assigned duties.Valid driver's license and satisfactory driving record (need CA driver's license prior to appointment).Be legally authorized to work in the United States under federal law.Other Requirements:
Ability to successfully complete Academy requirements.Observe and accurately remember names, faces, numbers, incidents, and places.Learn and interpret laws, regulations, policies, and procedures.Carry out oral and written directions.Analyze situations and make quick decisions requiring sound judgment.Communicate effectively.Establish and maintain accurate records.Prepare concise, comprehensive reports.Act with resourcefulness, courtesy, and initiative.Exercise independent judgment.Establish and maintain effective working relationships with employees and the general public.
Loyalty Oath : An oath or affirmation of allegiance to the United States and to the State of California must be taken before appointment.POST Certification:
Peace Officers must be able to maintain a valid California POST certification during employment.Application and Selection Process:To apply, click the "Apply" button and complete an application. All applicants must submit a completed job application and supplemental questionnaire.All
Police Recruit
applicants are required to submit a PELLETB score of 45 or higher OR a NTN with the following scores: 65% Video; 70% Written; 70% Reading within the last 12 months to proceed.All
Police Academy Attendee
applicants are required to either attach a PELLETB score of 45 or higher within the last 12 months, or NTN minimum scores of 65% Video; 70% Written; 70% Reading or attach verification of an Associate's Degree or higher in order to proceed.Applicants who pass the initial screening process will be invited to participate in an oral board panel interview.
Candidates passing all components of the examination process will be placed on an Eligible List. A list of names is certified to the department(s) having vacancies based on the type of examination conducted pursuant to the provision of the City's Civil Service Rules. Final selection will be made from the Eligible List by the Department Head subject to approval by the City Manager.
VETERAN'S PREFERENCE CREDIT:
A job applicant qualifies as a veteran if honorably discharged from active military, reservist, or National Guard duty of at least 18 consecutive months within the past five (5) years of the date of application. An applicant claiming veteran's preference credit must attach to their application a legible copy of their
DD-214
verifying the type of discharge and date(s) of active service. NO OTHER DOCUMENTATION WILL BE ACCEPTED.E-VERIFY:
The City of Alameda utilizes the Federal government's E-Verify program and new employees must provide documentation to establish both identity and work authorization.
AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYERThe City of Alameda encourages minorities, women, and the disabled to apply. It is the City's policy that all aspects of employment and promotion shall be without regard to sex, marital status or disability, race, sexual orientation, political affiliation, religious creed, color, national origin, or age.
The information contained herein is subject to change and does not constitute either an expressed or implied contract.#J-18808-Ljbffr