City of Monterey Park
POLICE OFFICER RECRUIT (PRE-SERVICE)
City of Monterey Park, Monterey Park, California, us, 91756
Police Officer Recruit (Pre-Service)
Police Officer Recruit (Pre-Service) candidates are currently attending, or have graduated from a California POST-certified Police Academy. Upon appointment as a sworn Police Officer, they will be required to complete field service training. Police Officers patrol the community to prevent crime and enforce laws, investigate complaints, apprehend criminals and suspects, protect lives and property, assume responsibilities and perform related duties as required.SALARY : $4,853 per month, plus benefits including $50/mo bilingual pay for a qualified second language for candidates who are currently enrolled in a POST certified police academy. Upon successful completion of a Peace Officer Standards and Training (POST) Certified Police Academy, incumbent will be appointed as a probationary, sworn Police Officer with a salary range of $7,451 - $9,058 per month, plus benefits including $150/mo bilingual pay for a qualified second language and up to 5% of base salary/mo educational incentive pay.Knowledge of : policies, rules, instructions, laws, regulations and police literature; functions of law enforcement; armed and unarmed defense, high-speed emergency driving, life-saving techniques, vehicle code and penal code.Skills/Abilities : Follow and understand oral and written instructions, oral and written communications skills, gain cooperation of others, analyze situations, learn the use and care of automobiles and small firearms, meet standards of physical and health conditions, endurance and ability.
Education : High school diploma or equivalent.
Physical Requirements : Requires heavy lifting, carrying, climbing, running and exposure to potentially hazardous situations and environmental conditions. Vision must be 20/70 uncorrected (20/20 corrected), normal color perception and normal hearing. Enrollment in or graduation from a California POST-certified Police Academy, possession of a valid California Driver’s License and U.S. citizenship are required at the time of appointment.IDEAL CANDIDATE : At the Monterey Park Police Department, we have created a place where character counts; where performance and excellence are celebrated; where input and ideas are welcomed to ignite innovation; where you are family. We accept responsibility and are accountable for our actions. We listen and learn. We invite and inspire ideas. We help employees develop and grow, providing real feedback.Ability to interpret, apply and make decisions based on federal, state and local laws, policies and regulations.Motivation to foster change in the community through commitment to professional enforcement practices.Excellent communication and collaboration skills.Ability to recognize and apply alternative solutions to problems, and make legal, logical and critical decisions in emergencies while working in a stressful environment.A public servant’s heart with an understanding of community-oriented policing and its application.Clear thought and ability to perform in critical decision-making in emergency situations, while remaining calm.Treatment of all people encountered, equally and with respect, while seeking to understand another’s view.Ability to thrive in a team environment that encourages cooperation, communication, and mutual sharing of risk, responsibility, and reward.Ideas, innovation and inspiration to find “a better way” by viewing issues or problems as opportunities versus obstacles.Applicants with legal disabilities who require special testing arrangements must contact the Personnel Department at least five (5) days prior to the examination date.New hire candidates must show proof of full Covid vaccinations prior to being hired. Limited exemptions may apply.Continuous Recruitment - may close at any time without prior notice.
Completed City application, including a copy of the diploma from a POST-certified Police Academy, and any related educational or training documents must be submitted through the online application system within the filing period. Resumes may be attached but will not be accepted in lieu of a fully completed on-line application. Be sure to detail any education, training, or other relevant coursework that would make you a particularly strong candidate. Incomplete employment applications will not be processed. Complete all requested information including the non-asterisk boxes.
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Police Officer Recruit (Pre-Service) candidates are currently attending, or have graduated from a California POST-certified Police Academy. Upon appointment as a sworn Police Officer, they will be required to complete field service training. Police Officers patrol the community to prevent crime and enforce laws, investigate complaints, apprehend criminals and suspects, protect lives and property, assume responsibilities and perform related duties as required.SALARY : $4,853 per month, plus benefits including $50/mo bilingual pay for a qualified second language for candidates who are currently enrolled in a POST certified police academy. Upon successful completion of a Peace Officer Standards and Training (POST) Certified Police Academy, incumbent will be appointed as a probationary, sworn Police Officer with a salary range of $7,451 - $9,058 per month, plus benefits including $150/mo bilingual pay for a qualified second language and up to 5% of base salary/mo educational incentive pay.Knowledge of : policies, rules, instructions, laws, regulations and police literature; functions of law enforcement; armed and unarmed defense, high-speed emergency driving, life-saving techniques, vehicle code and penal code.Skills/Abilities : Follow and understand oral and written instructions, oral and written communications skills, gain cooperation of others, analyze situations, learn the use and care of automobiles and small firearms, meet standards of physical and health conditions, endurance and ability.
Education : High school diploma or equivalent.
Physical Requirements : Requires heavy lifting, carrying, climbing, running and exposure to potentially hazardous situations and environmental conditions. Vision must be 20/70 uncorrected (20/20 corrected), normal color perception and normal hearing. Enrollment in or graduation from a California POST-certified Police Academy, possession of a valid California Driver’s License and U.S. citizenship are required at the time of appointment.IDEAL CANDIDATE : At the Monterey Park Police Department, we have created a place where character counts; where performance and excellence are celebrated; where input and ideas are welcomed to ignite innovation; where you are family. We accept responsibility and are accountable for our actions. We listen and learn. We invite and inspire ideas. We help employees develop and grow, providing real feedback.Ability to interpret, apply and make decisions based on federal, state and local laws, policies and regulations.Motivation to foster change in the community through commitment to professional enforcement practices.Excellent communication and collaboration skills.Ability to recognize and apply alternative solutions to problems, and make legal, logical and critical decisions in emergencies while working in a stressful environment.A public servant’s heart with an understanding of community-oriented policing and its application.Clear thought and ability to perform in critical decision-making in emergency situations, while remaining calm.Treatment of all people encountered, equally and with respect, while seeking to understand another’s view.Ability to thrive in a team environment that encourages cooperation, communication, and mutual sharing of risk, responsibility, and reward.Ideas, innovation and inspiration to find “a better way” by viewing issues or problems as opportunities versus obstacles.Applicants with legal disabilities who require special testing arrangements must contact the Personnel Department at least five (5) days prior to the examination date.New hire candidates must show proof of full Covid vaccinations prior to being hired. Limited exemptions may apply.Continuous Recruitment - may close at any time without prior notice.
Completed City application, including a copy of the diploma from a POST-certified Police Academy, and any related educational or training documents must be submitted through the online application system within the filing period. Resumes may be attached but will not be accepted in lieu of a fully completed on-line application. Be sure to detail any education, training, or other relevant coursework that would make you a particularly strong candidate. Incomplete employment applications will not be processed. Complete all requested information including the non-asterisk boxes.
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