Police Recruit, Full-time

Job Posting

The City of Chino is seeking highly motivated individuals to join their team of well-trained professionals. The Chino Police Department operates with a high level of integrity, which serves as the foundation for all that they do.

Salary and additional benefits for Sworn Police Officers : $8,091 - $9,833 per month, $97,092 - $117,996 annually. Monthly city contributions to the 457 Deferred Compensation Retirement Plan and the Retirement Health Savings Plan. 155 Holiday Hours per fiscal year (can be converted to pay).

Qualified applicants will be invited to attend the Physical Agility Test, Police Recruit Written Exam, and an interview. Additional details will be provided prior to testing. You can waive the written exam by submitting a POST PELLETB score of 45 or above, taken within the past 12 months from the date you apply. These results must be attached to your application to be considered.

Age Requirement : Upon completion of the law enforcement academy, recruits will be appointed as peace officers. Pursuant to Government Code 1031.4, applicants must be at least 21 years of age on, or before appointment as a peace officer.

Duties / Responsibilities

Police Recruits attend a P.O.S.T. certified Police Officer training academy designed to provide a comprehensive overview of the criminal justice system and specialized training in various laws, police practices and procedures, law enforcement techniques, First Aid, and physical conditioning, and participate in departmental training / orientation programs. Upon successful completion of a Police Officer training class, Police Recruits will be appointed to and sworn in as a probationary entry-level Police Officer with full police authority.

Essential functions include :

• Observe accurately and remember names, faces, numbers, incidents, and places.
• Use and care for firearms.
• Think and act quickly in emergencies, and judge situations and people accurately.
• Learn, understand, and interpret laws and regulations.
• Prepare accurate and grammatically correct written reports.
• Maintain prompt and regular attendance.
• Establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with those contacted in the course of work.

Qualifications

Any combination of education and experience that provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform the essential job duties of the position is qualifying. A typical example includes :

Education : High School Diploma or G.E.D. Supplemental Police Science courses (preferred).

Experience : This is an entry-level position; no work experience is required.

Knowledge of : Criminal justice system.

Ability to : Understand and carry out oral and written directions. Meet standards of physical stature, endurance, and agility established by the City. Learn standard broadcasting procedures of a Police radio system.

Training / Safety Requirements : Job specific training will be provided according to class specifications during work hours.

Special Requirements

Physical Requirements :

The City of Chino is committed to offering reasonable accommodations to job applicants with disabilities. If you need an accommodation due to a disability, please contact the Human Resources / Risk Management Department at (909) 334-3274. Requests should be made three (3) business days in advance. Prospective employees who are selected for employment must successfully complete a medical examination and background check, which is paid for by the City. The background check will include being Live Scan fingerprinted through the Department of Justice. The provisions of this bulletin do not constitute an expressed or implied contract and any provisions contained in this bulletin may be modified or revoked without notice.