Job Description
Police Academy Recruit This recruitment process will close on Sunday, June 28, 2026, at 11:59 p.m. Under general supervision, to attend the prescribed Basic Police Academy; to maintain acceptable grade levels and to achieve graduation; to participate in any and all field exercises as directed and to do related work as required. While distinctively uniformed as a non-sworn non-peace officer in training, develops minimum qualifications required for a career in police service. Works under the direct supervision of Police Sergeant or higher-ranking position and/or Police Academy staff. Does not supervise. The following functions are typical for this classification. The incumbent may not perform all of the listed functions and/or may be required to perform additional or different functions from those set forth below to address business needs and changing business practices. Attends Academy classroom instruction on police policies, 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 and related subjects; participates in field exercises and physical training routines; keeps and writes notebooks, reports, and other printed material and records; is available and open to the learning process with the goal of Police Academy graduation and eventual meaningful service to the Police Department. Any combination of education and experience that would provide the required knowledge, skills, and abilities is qualifying. A typical way would be: Graduation from high school. Must possess a California Class C driver's license and proof of insurance. Must be legally authorized to work in the United States under federal law. Must be 21 years of age at the time of application. English/Spanish bilingual skills highly desirable. This is a terminal class. The recruit must g