Police Officer Recruit (Preservice/Academy Graduate) Full Time

Join the Best! Earn up to $157,000 a year!**  We are a full service agency, offering a variety of specialized assignments – from helicopter pilot to K9 handler, we have a career path for you!  The Glendale Police Department (GPD) is currently looking for individuals who are committed to keeping Glendale one of the safest big cities in America.  Experience what it’s like to partner with a community that supports its Police Department.  If you are looking for plenty of opportunities for advancement, and taking pride in providing the highest level of service to the community, Glendale PD is for you!  
 
 
** This figure includes incentive pays, e.g., detective pay, longevity pay, and educational (POST certificate) pay.

MUST BE CURRENTLY ATTENDING OR HAVE GRADUATED FROM A CALIFORNIA POST APPROVED BASIC POLICE ACADEMY.

Academy attendees MUST provide a letter from the academy verifying current enrollment. Academy graduates MUST  provide a copy of an Academy graduation certificate showing proof of graduation within a valid period of time pursuant to POST Standards.

This entry-level, non-sworn classification participates in post-academy training.  

Essential functions of the job include, but are not limited to, the following:

All classifications may perform the following essential functions:

Ensures Department services are provided with exceptional customer service and the highest level of ethical standards.

Responds to calls for service regarding accidents, emergencies, crimes, threats, altercations and/or requests for aid.  Provides information and assistance to the public. 

Emphasizes a Community-Based Policing philosophy focused on community interaction and collaborative problem solving.  

Administers first aid to injured persons.  Interviews, interrogates and records statements from witnesses, suspects and victims.  Identifies relevant facts and prepares written reports on incidents and cases assigned.  

Apprehend suspects by driving safely at high speeds, chasing suspects on foot, climbing over obstacles, physically subduing suspects, utilizing self-defense and arrest control techniques, and utilizing firearms under appropriate conditions.

Enforces traffic laws, directs traffic, issues citations and warnings.   Investigates accidents and accident scenes.

Investigates matters involving juveniles, reports of child neglect and juvenile delinquency.  Refers juveniles to the appropriate authorities.

Serves subpoenas, serves warrants, testifies in court, marks and stores evidence, apprehends suspects, makes arrests as prescribed by law, and confers with City/District Attorney’s Office to provide information for case preparation.

Assumes responsibility for ensuring the duties of the position are performed in a safe, efficient manner.

Performs other related duties as assigned or as the situation requires. 

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

Knowledge of and skill in:

Exceptional customer service practices. 

Skill in:

Making independent judgments and decisions based upon standard policy or procedure.

Ability to:

Provide exceptional customer service to those using Police Department services.

Model and practice the highest standards of ethical conduct.

Deal calmly with angry, upset, and frightened people.

Develop necessary skills from on-the-job training and meet the standards of performance for the classification by the end of the probationary period.

Establish smooth working relationships and effectively resolve interpersonal conflicts.

Emphasize a Community-Based Policing philosophy focused on community interaction and collaborative problem solving.

Read, write and comprehend directions in English.

Remain poised and controlled in threatening or violent situations.

Write clear, accurate, detailed reports based on field notes of events.

Other Characteristics
Willingness to:
Assume responsibility for maintaining a safe working environment.
Work overtime as requested.

Experience
No specific requirement.

Education/Training

Graduation from high school or attainment of GED, HiSet, or CHSPE certificate.  

 
Academy Attendee: Current enrollment in a California POST Basic Academy. A letter from the academy verifying current enrollment MUST be submitted at the time of application.

Academy Graduate: Must have completed a California POST Basic Academy within a valid period of time pursuant to POST Standards.
. A copy of a California POST Basic Academy completion certificate MUST be submitted with the application.

License(s)/Certification(s)
Valid Class C California driver’s license.

Special Conditions
Applicants must be of good moral character, with no felony or misdemeanor convictions involving moral turpitude.

Must be a minimum of 21 years of age at the time of appointment as a Police Officer.

Must be legally authorized to work in the United States under federal law.  

TATTOO POLICY: Unless otherwise exempted by the Chief of Police, no employee or volunteer of the Glendale Police Department shall have any visible tattoos, body art, or other skin markings while on duty – in uniform, business attire, or casual dress. Tattoos, body art, and/or other skin markings shall be completely covered by the authorized on-duty uniform (e.g. long sleeve uniform), business attire, or casual dress.  Marks or scars from injuries or medical procedures are exempt from these policy restrictions. For further information regarding this policy, please contact the Professional Standards Bureau at (818) 548-3117.

https://post.ca.gov/medical-screening-manual 

Exceptional Customer Service Policy
The City of Glendale places a high importance on quality customer service and prides itself for the high level of services it provides by every employee of the organization. As employees of the City of Glendale, we are committed to providing our diverse community and each other with courteous, considerate, and personal attention.

Please click on the link to read the Exceptional Customer Service Policy.

EVALUATION OF APPLICATION: Submitted Police Officer Recruit application will be reviewed to ensure applicants meet the minimum requirements. All qualifying applicants will be invited to participate in the selection process.

PHYSICAL AGILITY TEST: (PASS/FAIL) This Physical Agility Test includes: a stair climb with equipment, obstacle climb over, obstacle climb under, obstacle jump over, 165 pound dummy drag, trigger pull, beam walk, and stair descent with equipment.

PRELIMINARY BACKGROUND QUESTIONAIRE: (PASS/FAIL) To determine whether the candidate meets the background investigation standards of the Glendale Police Department.

ORAL INTERVIEW: (Weight of 100%) To evaluate the applicant’s experience, education, and general background for the position. Candidates must pass the exam component with a minimum score of 70.00% in order to be placed on the eligible list. 

BACKGROUND INVESTIGATION: A comprehensive background investigation will be conducted on all finalists, which will review and verify personal history including, but not limited to financial responsibility, criminal history, drug use history, driving record, and verification of application materials. Significant issues or omissions in the above-stated areas may be grounds for disqualification. Background investigation will include a polygraph and Livescan fingerprinting. For further information, please contact the Professional Standards Bureau at (818) 548-3117.  

ENTRY-LEVEL EXAMINATION: Veteran’s Credit Awarded. Proof of honorable discharge (DD214) from U.S. Armed Forces must be attached to your application.

TIME AND PLACE OF THE EXAMINATION WILL BE ANNOUNCED. The City of Glendale conforms with State and Federal obligations to make reasonable accommodation for applicants and employees with disabilities. The Human Resources Department asks that it be advised of special needs at least five days prior to the first test part so that a reasonable accommodation may be made. The provisions of this bulletin do not constitute an express or implied contract. In compliance with the Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986, the City of Glendale requires that all new employees provide documentation to establish both work authorization and identity.