Police Trainee

This website utilizes technologies such as cookies to enable essential site functionality, as well as for analytics, personalization, and targeted advertising. To learn more, view the following link: Privacy Policy Manage Preferences Police Trainee | . page has loaded. Skip to main content Menu JOB OPPORTUNITIES Sign In . powered by NEOGOV ® Police Trainee  Salary $63,456.00 Annually Location Corona, CA Job Type Full-Time Benefited Job Number 21/22-00135 Department Police Department Division Field Services Opening Date 03/08/2022 Closing Date 11/15/2022 8:13 AM Pacific DESCRIPTION BENEFITS QUESTIONS DESCRIPTION Don't miss out on the opportunity to join the City of Corona Police Department! We currently have vacancies for the position of Police Trainee. An eligibility list will be created from this recruitment to fill vacancies as they occur. This recruitment will be open on a continuous basis and may close at anytime without advance notice. You are encouraged to apply immediately. You will not be able to submit an application for this position once the recruitment closes. Applications will be reviewed on a continuous basis. PLEASE BE SURE TO REVIEW THE CITY OF CORONA'S TESTING PROCESS BELOW. DEFINITION Under immediate supervision, attends a Basic Police Academy as approved by the State of California Commission on Peace Officer Standards and Training (POST); upon successful completion of the Academy’s course of study acquires State of California peace officer status; and in a non-sworn capacity performs related duties, as assigned. SUPERVISION RECEIVED AND EXERCISED Receives immediate supervision from assigned supervisory or management personnel. Exercises no direct supervision over staff. CLASS CHARACTERISTICS This is the training classification for law enforcement in the City of Corona. This is an entry-level non-sworn classification and upon successful completion of the P.O.S.T. approved academy, a Police Officer Trainee may be appointed to the Police Officer classification. During the first (6) months incumbent will be a full-time non-represented employee, once incumbent becomes sworn he/she will be transferred to Corona Police Officers Association (CPOA) MOU. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES EXAMPLES OF TYPICAL JOB FUNCTIONS (Illustrative Only) Management reserves the right to add, modify, change, or rescind the work assignments of different positions and to make reasonable accommodations so qualified employees can perform the essential functions of the job. Attends and participates in a comprehensive law enforcement training program for entry level Police Officers. Receives, learns, and understands instruction in basic criminal investigation procedures and techniques. Receives and participates in firearm training, classroom instruction in enforcement psychology, enforcement tactics, effective writing, and speaking. Learns radio operations and methods of traffic, riot, and crowd control. Participates in and trains for physical strength and agility. Observes and complies with all City and mandated safety rules, regulations, and protocols. Performs other duties as assigned. QUALIFICATIONS GUIDELINES Knowledge of: Learn basic functions, principles, and practices of law enforcement agencies. Learn police terminology and law enforcement codes. Understand, interpret, and apply all pertinent laws, codes, regulations, policies and procedures, and standards relevant to work performed. Learn and understand the organization and operation of the City and of outside agencies as necessary to assume assigned responsibilities. City and mandated safety rules, regulations, and protocols. Techniques for providing a high level of customer service by effectively dealing with the public, vendors, contractors, and City staff. The structure and content of the English language, including the meaning and spelling of words, rules of composition, and grammar. Modern equipment and communication tools used for business functions and program, project, and task coordination, including computers and software programs relevant to work performed. Ability to: Learn basic functions, principles, and practices of law enforcement agencies. Learn police terminology and law enforcement codes. Understand, interpret, and apply all pertinent laws, codes, regulations, policies and procedures, and standards relevant to work performed. Learn and understand the organization and operation of the City and of outside agencies as necessary to assume assigned responsibilities. Use tact, initiative, prudence, and independent judgment within general policy, procedural, and legal guidelines. Effectively use computer systems, software applications relevant to work performed, and modern business equipment to perform a variety of work tasks. Communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing, using appropriate English grammar and syntax. Establish, maintain, and foster positive and effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work. Education and Experience: Any combination of training and experience that would provide the required knowledge, skills, and abilities is qualifying. A typical way to obtain the required qualifications would be: Equivalent to completion of the twelfth (12th) grade. Must be 20.5 years of age at time of application. Must have the ability to successfully complete a Basic Police Academy as approved by the State of California Commission on Peace Officer Standards and Training Licenses and Certifications: Possession of a valid California Driver’s License, to be maintained throughout employment. SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS: Successful completion of a POST Pellet B certified written test (must attach to application), which measures reading, writing, comprehension, and general aptitude. A sample written test can be located at POST website: https://post.ca.gov/portals/0/post_docs/publications/poWrittenPracticeTest.pdf (Downlo