Police Officer Trainee

Police Officer Trainee | CalOpps Skip to main content Home City of Sausalito Police Officer Trainee Sausalito Police Officer Trainee (20565919) Category Law Enforcement Region Northern Bay Area Job Type Full-Time Close Date Until filled Salary $36.38-$36.38 Hourly Additional Questionnaires Supplemental About Sausalito The City of Sausalito is a beautiful, San Francisco Bay front city of 7,400 residents within 2.2 square miles that serves a visitor population that may be several times the size of the year-round population. The blend of historical buildings, wooded hillsides, sweeping Bay, and San Francisco views nestled against the Golden Gate National Recreation Area combine to make Sausalito a community of unparalleled charm and natural beauty. View all openings Share Please review the special instructions before applying for this job opportunity. Apply for Job Interested Location 29 Caledonia Street Sausalito, 94965 Description HAVE YOU EVER DREAMED OF BECOMING A POLICE OFFICER? NOW IS YOUR CHANCE! The City of Sausalito Invites Applications for the Position of POLICE OFFICER TRAINEE Pay: $36.38 Hourly during academy attendance $94,573 Annually upon successful completion of the academy Hiring Bonus $5,000 upon Academy Graduation, and $5,000 after successful completion of Probationary Period ($10,000 total) Upon successful completion of POST Academy, the position becomes a full-time probationary Police Officer position OPEN UNTIL FILLED The City of Sausalito Police Department is seeking empathetic, driven, collaborative Police Officer Trainees. The Police Officer Trainee learns to enforce Federal, State, and local laws and to respond to calls for the protection of life and property by attending a basic Peace Officer Standards and Training (POST) certified training academy to obtain the basic skills and fitness level necessary for the performance of Police Officer duties. This position requires a thorough background investigation, a polygraph/voice stress analysis examination, a psychological assessment, and a medical exam prior to appointment. Ideal Candidate The ideal candidate will: Possess good customer service skills. Exercise sound judgment and initiative. Be adaptable and able to occasionally work under stressful or difficult conditions. Interact comfortably and effectively with a diverse population of individuals from all socioeconomic backgrounds. Previous experience is not required but experience in a law enforcement environment is highly desirable. Must be 21 years of age at the date of hire. Must be of good moral character with no felony convictions. Must be lawfully able to possess a firearm. QUALIFICATIONS: 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: Education: Equivalent to graduation from an accredited U.S. high school; passing score on the General Education Development (GED) test; OR possession of a two-year, four-year, or advanced degree from an accredited college or university. College coursework in police science, criminal justice, or a related field is desirable. Experience: Not required but desired. Special Requirements: Must be 21 years of age as of the date of hire per California Government Code 1031.4. Must be legally authorized to work in the United States per California Government Code 1031 and Federal Code §274a.2. Must be of good moral character with no felony convictions. Must be lawfully able to possess a firearm. Licenses/Certifications: Possession of a valid California Class C driver license with an acceptable driving record. Compensation: $36.38 hourly during academy attendance. No benefits while at the academy. Upon successful completion of the academy: Starting Salary: $94,573 annually $1,250 annual uniform allowance Benefits provided upon successful completion of the academy: Cafeteria Benefit Plan: The City offers a healthy cafeteria benefits program including choices among plan options for medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short and long-term disability. Retirement: The City is a part of the CalPERS retirement plan and does not contribute to Social Security. PEPRA employees – hired after 1/1/13 or Classic employee with a six (6) month break in service are eligible for a 2.7% @57 formula, highest 3-year average compensation. Classic employees – 3% @ 55 formula, with a 2% COLA, 3-year final average compensation, and survivor continuance plan. In addition, the employee pays .6% of the employer contribution as a cost share. Leave: Employees earn 120 hours of vacation and 96 hours of sick leave per year. Union Membership: This position is non-exempt and is represented by the Sausalito Police Association. ABOUT THE POLICE DEPARTMENT: The Sausalito Police Department is committed to maintaining Sausalito as a desirable place for people to live, work, and play. Our goals are to enhance the quality of life, seek solutions to problems, and nurture a sense of security within the community. Community partnerships are a key ingredient for ensuring Sausalito remains safe and enjoyable. By working together, we can continue to create and maintain the quality of life we expect for all those who love and enjoy Sausalito. Our mission is with integrity and professionalism, we are dedicated to working in partnership with our community, to enhance safety, quality of life, and community trust. Special Instructions SELECTION PROCESS: It is important to complete all required application materials. Applications will be reviewed in detail to identify the most qualified candidates to interview. SUCCESSFUL CANDIDATES WILL BE REQUIRED TO UNDERGO A STANDARD POLICE BACKGROUND INVESTIGATION INCLUDING FINGERPRINTING, POLYGRAPH EXAM, PSYCHOLOGICAL EVALUATION, AND COMPLETE PHYSICAL EXAM WITH DRUG SCREENING. Completion of the application is a required part of the application and examination process. “See Resume” will not be acceptable as an a