Police Recruit Trainee and Academy Attendee

Your search stops here! If you’re looking for a demanding, rewarding career with a department committed to integrity and community partnership, the San Leandro Police Department is the place to be. We lead with innovation, prioritize professional growth, and value team members who bring forward creative, effective solutions. If our core values of teamwork, integrity, professionalism, and service align with yours, explore https://wearourblue.org/ to learn more about joining our team as a Police Recruit Trainee! APPLY IMMEDIATELY. APPLICATIONS WILL BE ACCEPTED UNTIL A SUFFICIENT NUMBER OF QUALIFIED APPLICATIONS ARE RECEIVED FOR THE CURRENT ROUND OF TESTING. To be considered for this testing process, applicants MUST submit a California PELLETB "T-score" of 45 points or higher dated within one year or application or an NTN score for the written exam requirement. A California POST physical agility certificate, known as the Work Sample Test Battery (WSTB), with a score of 384 or higher and a 14-minute maximum time for the 1.5-mile run dated within one year of application MUST be submitted with your application. For information on how to take the NTN written exam, please visit https://nationaltestingnetwork.com/publicsafetyjobs/index.cfm . For information on how to take the California POST PELLETB and/or WSTB, please visit https://theacademy.ca.gov/tests . WHAT WE OFFER YOU: Get paid to learn! Earn a full-time salary while attending a Police Basic Academy ( $7,310 - $8,885 /month) Onsite gym and fitness amenities available* City contribution towards deferred compensation up to 2% of base salary Up to $2,627.75 monthly City contribution toward medical and dental benefits (you pay only $312.29/month for Kaiser family coverage) *Upon graduation from the Police Academy Duties and Responsibilities Supervision Exercised and Received: Receives direct supervision and tutorage from Academy training staff, as well as training staff from the San Leandro Police Department. Essential Functions: The functions of the classification may include, but are not limited to, the functions below and are subject to changes in operational necessity. Attends and successfully completes a certified police training academy designed to provide an overview of the Criminal Justice System which includes training in various laws, police procedures, law enforcement techniques, first aid, weapons, and physical fitness; Understands and can carry out oral and written directions; Meets standards of physical stature, endurance, and agility established by the City; Observe and accurately remember names, faces, numbers, incidents, and places; Uses and cares for firearms; Learns, understands, and interprets laws and regulations; Prepares accurate and grammatically correct written reports; Learns standard broadcasting procedures of a Police radio system; and Performs related duties as assigned. For detailed information about the job classification, visit: Police Recruit Trainee . SELECTION PROCESS: NTN or PELLETB* Candidates must take and pass either the NTN or PELLETB test. POST Work Sample Test Battery (WSTB)** Candidates must take and pass the WSTB test with a score of 384 or higher and a 14-minute maximum time for the 1.5-mile run. Apply through the City's website Click on "Apply" above. Upload your PELLETB (if applicable) and WSTB test scores with your application. Application Review Ongoing Panel Interview Candidates who meet minimum standards will be invited to a Panel Interview. Interviews are held on an ongoing basis. Command Interview Candidates who pass the Panel Interview will be invited to an interview with San Leandro Command Staff. Personal History Statement (PHS) Candidates who pass the Command Interview will be contacted to submit their PHS. Polygraph Candidates who successfully pass the PHS will be scheduled for a polygraph. Background Investigation Candidates who pass the polygraph will undergo a background investigation. Medical exam and psychological evaluation Candidates who pass the background investigation will be given a conditional offer and then be scheduled for a medical exam and psychological evaluation. Final Job Offer <td style="