Police Officer Trainee Beverly Hills

The City of Beverly Hills is offering a $35,000 Signing Bonus 

for Police Officer Trainees.

Police Officer Trainees are non-sworn civilian employees until they successfully graduate from the Police Academy and are sworn in as Police Officers.

Distinguishing Characteristics

While distinctively uniformed as a non-sworn officer in training; develops minimum qualifications required for a career in law enforcement.

Supervision Received and Exercised

Receives technical supervision from a Police Officer or higher level sworn classification.  May receive technical supervision from non-sworn personnel.

Selection Process
All applicants must submit clear, concise and complete information regarding their qualifications for the position, including responses to all supplemental questions. Resumes alone will not be accepted in lieu of the application or supplemental application materials.

The selection process may consist of the following components:

• Application Review
  • Please attach all education, trainings, courses, and/or certificates required as part of the minimum qualifications to your application. This includes either a diploma, official or unofficial transcript and/or Form DD214 to verify either Track 1 or Track 2 as outlined under the Experience and Training minimum requirements. Applicants who fail to provide documentation verifying that they meet the minimum requirements, will not continue in the recruitment process.
• Assessment of Supplemental Questionnaire
  • Respond in full to all supplemental questions. Responses such as "see resume" will not be accepted and will result in the disqualification of your application.
  • The supplemental questionnaire may be used as an assessment tool to determine the most qualified applicants for this position.
• Written Exam
  • Candidates who meet the minimum qualifications will be invited to take the NTN Examination. The exam fee is $65. A voucher may be provided to those experiencing financial hardship. Please contact [email protected] to inquire about financial assistant with the written exam.
  • Candidates who have taken the POST Entry Level Law Enforcement Test Battery (PELLETB) examination at another agency within the last 12 months may attach a copy of their t-score (50 or better) to their employment application to fulfill this requirement.
• Performance Exam
  • Candidates who are successful on the Written Exam will participate in a Physical Agility Test (PAT). The PAT is held at Rio Hondo Community College bi-monthly on the 2nd Saturday of the month. 
• Oral Interviews
  • Candidates who pass the PAT will be invited to the Oral Interview. Oral interview dates are continuous and candidates will be notified of the interview date after they successfully pass the PAT. 

For a more information about the process, please visit www.joinbhpd.org.

Examples of Essential Duties -Duties may include, but are not limited to, the following: 

Performs duties to protect life and property.

Maintains law and order and responds to emergency calls.

May patrol the City enforcing the criminal and traffic laws of the City, State and Nation.

May perform investigations or training duties.

Receive academy instruction in Police Department policies and procedures, weaponless defense, criminal and civil law, physical fitness techniques, use of firearms,

arrest procedures, community relations, operation of emergency vehicles, and other mandated courses.

Observe sworn police personnel in the processing arrestees, including booking, fingerprinting, custody, and control.

May perform non-sworn police support functions, such as traffic and crowd control as directed during training process.

Experience and Training

Experience:

No experience is required; however, candidates with prior internship or experience in a government/municipal public safety department are highly desirable.

Training:

Track 1: At least 36 semester units (or 54 quarter units) from an accredited college or university at the time of application. Must provide a diploma, official or unofficial transcripts at time of application.

Track 2: A minimum of four years of active duty in the U.S. Armed Services (Army, Navy, Air Force, Marines, and Coast Guard) after an Honorable Discharge.  (Must provide Form DD214 at time of application.)

License and Certificate:

Possession of a valid California driver's license and satisfactory driving record.

Other Requirements

Must be a citizen of the United States of America, or a lawful permanent resident, at the time of application.

Minimum 20.5 years of age at time of appointment.

Must be able to meet physical standards.

Must meet psychological and background standards that reflect the following: 

Knowledge of: 

Standard office practices, methods, and procedures; use of computer equipment and relevant software.

Ability to: 

Qualify for and meet the ongoing standards of a P.O.S.T. certified basic police academy. 

Understand and follow written and oral instructions.

Intermittently, review, and evaluate documents related to department operations; observe, identify, and problem solve office operations and procedures; understand, interpret, and explain department policies and procedures; explain operations and problem solve issues for the public and with staff.

Use sound judgment in recognizing scope of authority.

Operate and use standard office equipment including computers and applicable software.

Maintain regular attendance and adhere to prescribed work schedule to conduct job responsibilities.

Utilize appropriate safety procedures and practices for assigned duties.

Establish and maintain effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work.

Work with various cultural and ethnic groups in a tactful and effective manner.

Communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing.

Martin Rivera