City of Los Angeles
PORT POLICE SPECIALIST (LATERAL) 3238 (Revised 7/2/24)
City of Los Angeles, Los Angeles, California, United States, 90079
ANNUAL SALARY
$87,257 to $120,832
DUTIES
A Port Police Specialist is a sworn peace officer, authorized to carry a firearm; enforces federal and state laws and regulations, City of Los Angeles ordinances, and security, traffic, and safety rules and regulations; engages in law enforcement activities, including uniformed foot, vehicle, boat, and bicycle patrol and plainclothes assignments at the Port of Los Angeles; makes arrests and prepares written reports; provides information to the public regarding locations and operations of the Department; engages in hazardous materials enforcement; and does related work.
REQUIREMENTS/MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Possess a current California Basic P.O.S.T. Certificate at the time of application;
or , have standing as an LAPD Line Reserve Officer with Certified Designated level 1 (CDL) status;
or , a Basic Course Waiver issued by the California Commission on Peace Officer Standards and Training; Must be 21 years of age at the time of appointment;
and Legally authorized to work in the United States under federal law. WHERE TO APPLY THE SELECTION PROCESS IS STARTED
by faxing a letter stating your desire to apply for Port Police Specialist. The letter must include your name, social security number, telephone number(s) where you can be contacted, address, the California law enforcement agency with which you are employed, and the length of time you have been employed by the agency. You must fax a copy of your current California Basic P.O.S.T. Certificate, verification of your standing as an LAPD Line Reserve with CDL 1 status, or a copy of your Basic Course Waiver. These documents should be faxed to (213) 473-5479, attention of the Port Police Specialist Analyst. After your qualifications have been verified, you will be contacted to schedule the necessary steps. SELECTION PROCESS MULTIPLE-CHOICE TEST:
The multiple-choice test will evaluate factors including spelling, reading comprehension, vocabulary, and clarity. You may take the multiple-choice test once every 60 days. Your passing score does not expire. BACKGROUND INVESTIGATION:
The investigation begins with completion of a Personal History Statement, which requires compilation of extensive biographical information, fingerprinting, and a background interview. The investigation includes checks of employment, police, financial, education, and military records and interviews with family members, neighbors, supervisors, co-workers, and friends. Findings are valid for 12 months. A polygraph examination will be conducted prior to your medical evaluation to confirm information obtained during the selection process. INTERVIEW:
You will be interviewed to determine your qualifications for this position. Passing the interview requires a score of 70% or higher. The score you receive will determine your rank on the eligible list. Your passing score will expire after 2 years. PHYSICAL FITNESS QUALIFIER : In order to better prepare for the exam and the physical demands of the academy,
you are required to
complete the Physical Fitness Qualifier (PFQ). Your score on the PFQ is advisory. You
must
complete the PFQ
at least once
prior to appointment. You are welcome to retake the PFQ as many times as you like, and the score is valid for 12 months.
If you score less than a 50 on the PFQ, you are strongly encouraged to attend the Candidate Advancement Program (CAP) more regularly and retake the PFQ. Being a part of CAP will significantly increase your success in the selection process and in the academy. CAP will also make transitioning to academy life much easier. If you currently live more than 150 miles away from the Los Angeles area, you should contact your mentor to arrange a PFQ while you are in town completing other test parts.
Information regarding CAP can be found on-line at https://www.joinlapd.com/. MEDICAL EVALUATION:
Consists of a thorough evaluation by a City physician. It is essential that you be in excellent health, with no conditions that would restrict your ability to safely perform the work of a Port Police Specialist. A cardiac stress test may be required. To remain medically qualified, you must maintain your good health during the period following the medical examination. Medical examination results are valid for up to 12 months, at the discretion of the City’s medical staff. Part of the medical evaluation includes a
PSYCHOLOGICAL EVALUATION
by a City psychologist. This evaluation consists of written tests and an individual oral interview. You will be evaluated on the psychological factors related to successful job performance to determine if you are suited for the difficult and stressful occupation of Port Police Specialist. The results of the oral psychological evaluation are valid for 12 months. Your written psychological tests are valid for up to 24 months, at the discretion of the City’s psychological staff. CERTIFICATION AND APPOINTMENT:
Before you can be hired as a Port Police Specialist, you must successfully complete steps 1 through 5 above.
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or , have standing as an LAPD Line Reserve Officer with Certified Designated level 1 (CDL) status;
or , a Basic Course Waiver issued by the California Commission on Peace Officer Standards and Training; Must be 21 years of age at the time of appointment;
and Legally authorized to work in the United States under federal law. WHERE TO APPLY THE SELECTION PROCESS IS STARTED
by faxing a letter stating your desire to apply for Port Police Specialist. The letter must include your name, social security number, telephone number(s) where you can be contacted, address, the California law enforcement agency with which you are employed, and the length of time you have been employed by the agency. You must fax a copy of your current California Basic P.O.S.T. Certificate, verification of your standing as an LAPD Line Reserve with CDL 1 status, or a copy of your Basic Course Waiver. These documents should be faxed to (213) 473-5479, attention of the Port Police Specialist Analyst. After your qualifications have been verified, you will be contacted to schedule the necessary steps. SELECTION PROCESS MULTIPLE-CHOICE TEST:
The multiple-choice test will evaluate factors including spelling, reading comprehension, vocabulary, and clarity. You may take the multiple-choice test once every 60 days. Your passing score does not expire. BACKGROUND INVESTIGATION:
The investigation begins with completion of a Personal History Statement, which requires compilation of extensive biographical information, fingerprinting, and a background interview. The investigation includes checks of employment, police, financial, education, and military records and interviews with family members, neighbors, supervisors, co-workers, and friends. Findings are valid for 12 months. A polygraph examination will be conducted prior to your medical evaluation to confirm information obtained during the selection process. INTERVIEW:
You will be interviewed to determine your qualifications for this position. Passing the interview requires a score of 70% or higher. The score you receive will determine your rank on the eligible list. Your passing score will expire after 2 years. PHYSICAL FITNESS QUALIFIER : In order to better prepare for the exam and the physical demands of the academy,
you are required to
complete the Physical Fitness Qualifier (PFQ). Your score on the PFQ is advisory. You
must
complete the PFQ
at least once
prior to appointment. You are welcome to retake the PFQ as many times as you like, and the score is valid for 12 months.
If you score less than a 50 on the PFQ, you are strongly encouraged to attend the Candidate Advancement Program (CAP) more regularly and retake the PFQ. Being a part of CAP will significantly increase your success in the selection process and in the academy. CAP will also make transitioning to academy life much easier. If you currently live more than 150 miles away from the Los Angeles area, you should contact your mentor to arrange a PFQ while you are in town completing other test parts.
Information regarding CAP can be found on-line at https://www.joinlapd.com/. MEDICAL EVALUATION:
Consists of a thorough evaluation by a City physician. It is essential that you be in excellent health, with no conditions that would restrict your ability to safely perform the work of a Port Police Specialist. A cardiac stress test may be required. To remain medically qualified, you must maintain your good health during the period following the medical examination. Medical examination results are valid for up to 12 months, at the discretion of the City’s medical staff. Part of the medical evaluation includes a
PSYCHOLOGICAL EVALUATION
by a City psychologist. This evaluation consists of written tests and an individual oral interview. You will be evaluated on the psychological factors related to successful job performance to determine if you are suited for the difficult and stressful occupation of Port Police Specialist. The results of the oral psychological evaluation are valid for 12 months. Your written psychological tests are valid for up to 24 months, at the discretion of the City’s psychological staff. CERTIFICATION AND APPOINTMENT:
Before you can be hired as a Port Police Specialist, you must successfully complete steps 1 through 5 above.
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