1 POLICE OFFICER TRAINEE
Bargaining Unit: Unrepresented
FLSA Status: Non-Exempt
Class Code: 60150
Created/Created: 2/1/2020
Updated: 2/1/20204/2/2026
DEFINITION:
To aAttend a California Commission on Peace Officer Standards and Training (POST)- approved Police Basic Police Recruit Academy and successfully complete the all required academic, and physical, and skills-based training required in preparation for appointment to the classification of Police Officer.
CLASS CHARACTERISITICS:
This is an entry-level, non-sworn trainee level classification which provides transition into the positiondesigned to prepare incumbents for a career in law enforcement of Police Officer. Police Officer Trainees are hired into thisin a civilian capacity position for the period prior and during the time they and are assigned to attend a POST POSTcertified police academy.
Upon successful completion of training at anthe academy and upon the availability of a Police Officer Recruit II positionsubject to departmental needs and performance standards, Police Officer Trainees are may be sworn in and appointed to the classification of Police Officer Recruit II.
EXAMPLES OF DUTIES (illustrative only):
• Attends a basicand successfully complete a POST POST-certified Basic police Police academy Academy designed to provide an overviewacademic and physical training covering: of the cCriminal justice system including knowledge of laws and, police procedures, law Law enforcement techniques, Community policing principles, first First aid and emergency response, and physical Physical fitness and defense tactics.
• Develop an understanding of Police Department operations and organizational structureReceives training to develop an awareness of Police Department functions, as well as the responsibilities of Police Officers and how those responsibilities relate to field operations.
• Receive instruction in report writing, radio communication, and evidence handling.Receives academy and field training to become a Police Officer. • Participate in practical scenarios designed to simulate field operations. • Demonstrate progressive proficiency in law enforcement skills and responsibilities.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
2 EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:
Any combination of education, training, and experience that would likely provide the required knowledge, skills, and abilities is qualifying. A typical way to obtain the knowledge, skills and abilities would be:
• Minimum age of 21 years at time of appointmentAge, not less than 21 years at time of appointment.
• Equivalent to graduation from high school
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• Must possess the equivalent of a high school diploma. • An Associate’s Degree from an accredited college is desirablePossession of an Associate’s Degree from an accredited college is desired.
ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:
• Must successfully complete all academy physical conditioning requirementsMust complete academy physical conditioning requirements.
• Must be free of any felony convictions.
• Must pass a comprehensive background investigation.
• Must meet all Department medical, physical, and psychological standards. • Vision requirements:
o 20/30 corrected visual acuity (both eyes), or
o 20/80 uncorrected visual acuity (both eyes) for those wearing spectaclesrequiring corrective lenses or hard contact lenses. o Must be legally authorized to work in the United States in accordance with California Government Code Sections 1031 and 1031.5In accordance with Government Code Section 1031 and 1031.5, to be appointed as a peace officer in California, you must be a citizen of the United States or a permanent resident alien who is eligible for and has applied for citizenship. Citizenship status must be conferred within three years of applying for citizenship.
LICENSE AND CERTIFICATIONS:
• Possession of a valid California Driver’s License with a satisfactory driving record Required at time of application:
• Must possess one of the following:
o POST “T-Score” of 48 points or higher, or
o National Testing Network (NTN) Frontline National scores:
- Reading: 70% or higher
- Writing: 70% or higher
- Video: 65% or higher
• Work Sample Test Battery (WSTB):
3 o Physical Agility Test Score of at least 320 points
o 1.5 mile run completed in 14 minutes or less
All test scores must be dated within one (1) year of application.
KNOWLEDGE AND ABILITIES:
Knowledge Of:
• Basic principles of law enforcement and public safety (desirable but not required)N/A
• English usage, spelling, grammar, and punctuation
Ability To:
• Successfully complete all academy requirements.
• Observe and accurately and rememberrecall names, faces, numbers, incidents, and places.
• Make rapid, sound independent judgements and make decisions under pressure within legal guidelineswithin legal and procedural guidelines. • Remaining calm and have the ability tomaintain control own emotions emotional control in tense stressful situations.
• Prepare clear, concise, and accurateand comprehensive written reports and other written material.
• Understand, and following oral and written direction, to include interpreting and applying complex laws, regulations, procedures, and policies. • Communicate effectively both orally and in writingBe able to utilize both written and oral communication.
• Develop proficiency in:
o Become proficient in self-dDefenseive techniques.tactics o Become proficient in the care and use of firearmsFirearms handling and safety.
o Become proficient in basic lLaw enforcement terminology and concepts. • Interact professionally and respectfully with individuals from diverse cultural and socio-economic backgroundsDeal courteously and effectively with people of all diverse, cultural, and socio-economic levels under hostile and emergency situations.
• Learn law enforcement practices, procedures, and equipment used in crime prevention and investigationLearn the principles, practices, procedures, laws and ordinances, terminology, and operation of equipment used in law enforcement and crime prevention and investigation.
WORKING CONDITIONS, ADA AND OTHER REQUIREMENTS:
4 The City of Union City is an equal opportunity employer and complies with all applicable laws, including the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), to provide reasonable accommodations.. The City of Union City will comply with its obligations under the law to provide equal employment opportunities to qualified individuals with disabilities.
Work may be performed in both office and field environments under varying weather conditions. Positions in this classification typically require the ability to:
• sittingSit, stand, walk, run, bend, stooping, kneeling, crouching, squat, crawl, twist, turn, reaching, standing, walking, pushing, pulling, lifting, perform repetitive motions, and use fine and gross motor skills, including fingering and graspingfingering, grasping, talking, hearing, seeing, and repetitive motions. • Safely lift and carry materials weighing up to 45 pounds • Operating standard office equipment, computer systems, and software • Communicate clearly and effectively in person, by phone, and in writing • Read and interpret complex legal and technical materials • Interact effectively and professionally with the public and City staff • Safely operate a motor vehicle to travel to various locations throughout the City and County in the performance of assigned duties
Essential duties require the mental and/or physical ability to: work in a standard office environment and use standard office equipment and current software; to work in a field environment in various weather conditions; grasp, perform repetitive hand movements and fine coordination to prepare documents and data using a computer keyboard and mouse/trackball; sit for prolonged periods of time; walk, stand, crouch, reach, twist, tum, kneel, bend, squat, stoop, run and safely lift and move equipment and material weighing up to 45 pounds; converse by telephone, by email, in person, and to small or large groups and be clearly understood; read and comprehend legal, technical, and complex documents, interact with the public and all different levels of City staff in an effective and professional manner; and safely drive to various locations throughout the City and County to fulfill assigned duties.
Travel: Positions in this classification may require local and statewide travel, as necessary.