75 police recruit jobs found

Description and Essential Functions Your Career Starts Here! Chula Vista Police Department is a progressive organization that welcomes diversity, encourages innovation, and rewards employee performance.  The CVPD promotes employee involvement in decision-making and problem solving. Through this commitment to inclusiveness, the CVPD receives strong support and an exemplary approval rating from the community. There are significant opportunities for career advancement through the CVPD.  We’re seeking motivated individuals who are beginning their careers, as well as those interested in a career change.  Prior law enforcement experience is welcome but not required. Mission The Chula Vista Police Department, in partnership with the Community, is dedicated to providing community policing, with the highest level of professionalism and transparency. Chula Vista Police Department Employees will provide fair, courteous, and compassionate service to enhance the...

  The City of Redding is accepting applications for the position of Police Recruit within the Redding Police Department. We are seeking motivated individuals with a strong commitment toward providing excellent service to the members of the community.  The Mission of the Redding Police Department is to work in partnership with the community to protect life and property, solve neighborhood problems, and enhance the quality of life in our City. The Redding Police Department has a reputation as a progressive agency offering excellent training and career development programs and providing our officers with modern equipment. Assignment opportunities include: Patrol, Special Weapons and Tactics, Field Evidence Technicians, Field Training Officers, Investigations, Motor Unit, Canine, Bicycle Patrol and the Neighborhood Police Unit    The City of Redding provides an excellent benefit package including health, dental, vision, life and long term disability...

THE POSITION You must have taken and passed the Police Officer Recruit examination for further consideration. To take the examination, click here .   Please Note: a candidate must successfully pass a thorough background investigation, including a criminal history check for job-related convictions, fingerprinting, polygraph test, psychological test, credit check, and a drug use history to be considered for this position.   Applicants applying to this posting will be hired as a Police Officer Recruit and must successfully complete a twenty-four (24) week P.O.S.T. Basic Course Police Academy. Upon satisfactory graduation from a P.O.S.T. Basic Course Police Academy, a Police Officer Recruit meeting the requirements of the Police Officer classification shall be advanced to the career classification of Police Officer.  For more information regarding the Police Officer or Community Service Officer II positions, please visit the following links:  Police...

This recruitment is subject to close without advance notice. Interview Date: TBD   Competitive Wages : 4% COLA increase effective July 1, 2026 The City of San Marino's Police Department is hiring full-time Police Officer Recruits. If you are interested in joining a team that is motivated by public service and committed to protecting our community, apply today! The San Marino Police Department’s motto is Pride in Service - join a team that cares about providing a high level of service to our community and to those we serve. The San Marino Police Department is comprised of 32 sworn officers and 11.5 civilian staff. San Marino Police Department is led by a Chief of Police, two Bureau Commanders and a Civilian Administrative Manager. The sergeants, corporals, and officers are assigned to patrol or detective functions, as well as other collateral administrative duties. Situated 12 miles from the majestic foothill mountains, the...

Description: The  City of Covina  is seeking individuals with an interest in serving the Covina Community with a career in law enforcement.  The  Police Recruit  is an entry level, non-safety position that will participate in initial departmental training and orientation programs, including attending a Police Academy.   The  Police Recruit  is the police trainee classification designed specifically and solely for the purpose of employing police officer candidates in a non-sworn status during the initial basic police officer academy training.  Incumbents will be afforded the opportunity to be appointed to and sworn in as a probationary entry-level police officer with full police authority upon successful and satisfactory completion of academy training.  Candidates hired as Police Recruits will be expected to complete an 18-month probationary period from the time of hire. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS (include...

JOB INFORMATION JOIN THE SDPD TEAM TODAY!!! Please read through the entire bulletin for important information.   Veteran friendly employer!   You served our country and worked hard to earn your GI Bill benefits; it's time to let them work for you.  Not to worry, the San Diego Police Department (SDPD) honors your service and sacrifice.  In addition to great pay and benefits, SDPD is certified by the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) to train veterans and eligible persons under 38 U.S.C. 3675.   For which SDPD can certify candidates who are eligible to receive VA education benefits under the on-the job-training (OJT) program while employed by SDPD to attend a paid California POST approved Police Academy and up to a year after graduation while completing the field training program and SDPD probation period. Do you have a strong dedication to public service? If you do, a career with the San Diego Police Department may be for you!  A...

JOB OPPORTUNITY The City of Berkeley's Police Department is recognized as one of the most progressive and innovative law enforcement agencies in the country, and continually strives to develop programs which focus upon increased service to the community in conjunction with enhanced effectiveness in combating crime.  The City of Berkeley is seeking qualified candidates who are interested in becoming Police Officers. As a Police Officer Recruit, you will attend a California Peace Officer Standards and Training (POST) certified police academy to receive education and training in all aspects of law enforcement such as laws of arrest, search and seizure, crime prevention, community relations, first-aid, physical conditioning, self-defense, handling of weapons and other related duties. Upon graduation from the academy, the Police Recruit is sworn in as a Police Officer and assumes the duties of that position. See the full job class specification here:  Click the following...

The Position Are you pursuing your calling of becoming a Police Officer? The Modesto Police Department is seeking candidates ready to serve. Join our team today! The Police Officer Recruit is responsible to participate in a Peace Officers Standards and Training (POST) – certified Basic Law Enforcement Academy, resulting in graduation and certification, to enable the individual to become a sworn Police Officer Trainee with the City. Application Process  All applicants must submit POST-certified entrance examination test results with their application .   Written verification must be on agency or academy letterhead where the test was administered and must list the test date, type of test administered, and the results.  The results must show a minimum t-score of 45.0 dated within 12 months from application in order to qualify for the position with the City of Modesto.  Failure to attach Pellet B Scores to application  will result in...

The Position Are you pursuing your calling of becoming a Police Officer? The Modesto Police Department is seeking candidates ready to serve. Join our team today! The Police Officer Recruit is responsible to participate in a Peace Officers Standards and Training (POST) – certified Basic Law Enforcement Academy, resulting in graduation and certification, to enable the individual to become a sworn Police Officer Trainee with the City. Application Process  All applicants must submit POST-certified entrance examination test results with their application .   Written verification must be on agency or academy letterhead where the test was administered and must list the test date, type of test administered, and the results.  The results must show a minimum t-score of 45.0 dated within 12 months from application in order to qualify for the position with the City of Modesto.  Failure to attach Pellet B Scores to application  will result in...

JOB BULLETIN Applications will be accepted on a CONTINUOUS BASIS and may close without prior notice. Please thoroughly review the entire job bulletin including the applicant information and testing schedule section before submitting your employment application. Police Officer Salary up to $137,467 Annually (Plus Academy Costs/expenses while a Recruit)  5% salary increase effective July 4, 2026 AND ***$10,000 SIGNING BONUS*** Successful Police Officer Recruit Candidates will be paid $3,334 of the Signing Bonus at the time of hire, $3,333 after completion of a Field Training Program and 18-Month Probationary Period, and $3,333 at the completion of a second year of service. Law Enforcement is at its finest here at the City of Buena Park Police Department. with new state-of-the-art facilities and a community-oriented proactive approach on crime, the City of Buena Park Police Department offers a work environment unmatched in Orange County.  Would you like to...

Description PLEASE READ THIS BULLETIN IN ITS ENTIRETY Interested in making a difference in the community? The Vallejo Police Department is seeking highly motived individuals who can demonstrate sound judgment, have superior decision-making skills, and who are eager to participate in a high level of community collaboration, strategic partnerships, and progressive problem solving. THE POSITION This recruitment is a continuous recruitment and will be closed when a viable candidate pool has been identified.  Employees in this trainee-level, non-safety  assignment, will be completing a POST certified Basic Police Academy (POST Academy), or those who are currently enrolled in an academy, and as such are considered temporary, at-will employees serving at the pleasure of the hiring authority. Assignment to this classification is limited to a maximum of one year. A Police Officer (Recruit) who fails to successfully complete the academy will be...

DUTIES   ANNUAL SALARY $92,185 - $127,660   NOTE : Salary range applies to Port Police Officer I & II. Annual salary is at the start of the pay range. The current salary range is subject to change. Please confirm the starting salary with the hiring department before accepting a job offer.   DUTIES A Port Police Officer is a sworn peace officer, authorized to carry a firearm who enforces federal and state regulations, City of Los Angeles ordinances, and security, traffic, and safety rules and regulations; engages in law enforcement activities, including uniformed foot, vehicle, boat, motorcycle, bicycle patrol and plainclothes assignments, arrest, and report writing at the Port of Los Angeles; provides information to the public regarding locations and operations of the Department; engages in hazardous materials enforcement; and does related work.   WHERE TO APPLY & APPLICATION DEADLINE   THE...

UPDATED: Salary up to $140,847 The City of Redding is accepting applications for the position of Entry Level Police Officer within the Redding Police Department. We are seeking motivated individuals with a strong commitment toward providing excellent service to the members of the community. The Mission of the Redding Police Department is to work in partnership with the community to protect life and property, solve neighborhood problems, and enhance the quality of life in our City. The Redding Police Department has a reputation as a progressive agency offering excellent training and career development programs and providing our officers with modern equipment. Assignment opportunities include: Patrol, Special Weapons and Tactics, Field Evidence Technicians, Field Training Officers, Investigations, Motor Unit, Canine, Bicycle Patrol and the Neighborhood Police Unit The City of Redding provides an excellent benefit package including health, dental, vision, life and long...

The City of Redding is accepting applications for the position of Police Cadet within the Redding Police Department. This position is not intended to send individuals to a Law Enforcement Academy  as a Police Recruit. The Police Cadet program is designed to provide law enforcement exposure to those individuals with a serious commitment toward pursuing a career in law enforcement. Individuals in this classification support field operations, records, administrative, and investigative personnel by performing a variety of nonhazardous police and clerical work.      We are looking for someone to Performs filing. Maintains logs and worksheets. Answers phone and takes and provides information.  Transports vehicles. Performs traffic control.  Assists public at front counter. Serves subpoenas. Signs off on mechanical violations. Performs related duties as assigned. Qualifications we're looking for Some...

Description The City of  Redding is accepting applications for the position of Police Cadet within the Redding Police Department. This position is not intended to send individuals to a Law Enforcement Academy  as a Police Recruit. The Police Cadet program is designed to provide law enforcement exposure to those individuals with a serious commitment toward pursuing a career in law enforcement. Individuals in this classification support field operations, records, administrative, and investigative personnel by performing a variety of non hazardous police and clerical work. We are looking for someone to   Performs filing. Maintains logs and worksheets. Answers phone and takes and provides information.  Transports vehicles. Performs traffic control.  Assists public at front counter. Serves subpoenas. Signs off on mechanical violations. Performs related duties as assigned.   What to expect from the...

NOTE :   Annual salary is at the start of the pay range. The current salary range is subject to change. Please confirm the starting salary with the hiring department before accepting a job offer.   DUTIES   A Port Police Officer is a sworn peace officer, authorized to carry a firearm who enforces federal and state regulations, City of Los Angeles ordinances, and security, traffic, and safety rules and regulations; engages in law enforcement activities, including uniformed foot, vehicle, boat, motorcycle, bicycle patrol and plainclothes assignments, arrest, and report writing at the Port of Los Angeles; provides information to the public regarding locations and operations of the Department; engages in hazardous materials enforcement; and does related work. REQUIREMENT(S)/MINIMUM QUALIFICATION(S) REQUIREMENTS/MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS At least 20 years of age at the time of application and 21 years of age by police academy...

DUTIES   An Airport Police Officer is a sworn peace officer, authorized to carry a firearm who enforces federal and state regulations, City of Los Angeles ordinances, and security, traffic, and safety rules and regulations; engages in law enforcement activities, including uniformed foot, vehicle, motorcycle, bicycle patrol and plainclothes assignments, arrest, and report writing at Los Angeles World Airports; provides information to the public regarding locations and operations of the Department; and does related work. REQUIREMENTS/MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS At least 20 years of age at the time of application and 21 years of age by police academy graduation. Graduation from a U.S. high school, G.E.D. or equivalent from a U.S. institution, or a California High School Proficiency Examination (CHSPE) certificate is required. A two or four year college degree from an accredited U.S. or foreign institution may be substituted for the high school requirements....

Position Details One Team, One Mission, One FamilyAre you ready to make a difference? Apply Today!  The City of Bell Gardens Police Department (BGPD) is seeking highly motivated and public service-oriented individuals for Police Officer Trainee (Entry Level). The City of Bell Gardens Police Department is committed to providing the highest level of service to the community, while working with the residents and its members, demonstrating professionalism, integrity and accountability.   The Bell Gardens Police Department has a variety of exciting assignments including: Patrol  K-9 Bicycle Detail Motor Detail Special Operations Team General Investigations Detective Special Investigations Detective Field Training Officer This recruitment is for entry-level candidates interested in pursuing a career in law enforcement. Work involves full-time attendance at a Peace Officers Standards and Training (POST) certified Basic police academy to prepare for the...

JOB INFORMATION APPLICANTS ARE ENCOURAGED TO APPLY TO THE FOLLOWING RELATED RECRUITMENT(S): Police Officer I JOIN THE SDPD TEAM TODAY!!!   Please read through the entire bulletin for important information.   Veteran friendly employer!  You served our country and worked hard to earn your GI Bill benefits, it's time to let them work for you.   Not to worry, the San Diego Police Department (SDPD) honors your service and sacrifice.  In addition to great pay and benefits, SDPD is certified by the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) to train veterans and eligible persons under 38 U.S.C. 3675.   For which SDPD can certify candidates who are eligible to receive VA education benefits under the on-the job-training (OJT) program while employed by SDPD to attend a paid California POST approved Police Academy and up to a year after graduation while completing the field training program and SDPD probation period.   Do you have a strong...

DUTIES ANNUAL SALARY $87,257 - $120,832 Salary range applies to Airport Police Officer I & II. Annual salary is at the start of the pay range. The current starting salary is subject to change. Please confirm the starting salary with the hiring department before accepting a job offer. DUTIES An Airport Police Officer is a sworn peace officer, authorized to carry a firearm who enforces federal and state regulations, City of Los Angeles ordinances, and security, traffic, and safety rules and regulations; engages in law enforcement activities, including uniformed foot, vehicle, motorcycle, bicycle patrol and plainclothes assignments, arrest, and report writing at Los Angeles World Airports; provides information to the public regarding locations and operations of the Department; and does related work. WHERE TO APPLY & APPLICATION DEADLINE THE SELECTION PROCESS IS STARTED by completing two separate Public Safety On-line applications. The first of these...