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CityofBeverlyHills

Police Officer Trainee

CityofBeverlyHills, Beverly Hills, California, United States, 90211

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Overview

The City of Beverly Hills is offering a $35,000 Signing Bonus for Police Officer Trainees. The City of Beverly Hills has a long-standing reputation for providing superior customer service to residents, businesses, and visitors. This characteristic, combined with outstanding staff in all departments, has been a hallmark of success for this high performance organization. The municipal government (approximately 1,000 full-time and part-time employees) provides the highest quality safety services, recreational, municipal services, and physical environment. What We Do

The Beverly Hills Police Department is responsible for safeguarding the lives and property of City residents. The department is a leader in early response times and its dedicated officers work with the community to keep neighborhoods problem-free. The BHPD values its reputation as an agency that earns the public's trust through efficient, impartial police service. What We\'re Looking for

The City of Beverly Hills Police Department is seeking highly motivated and qualified candidates for the position of Police Officer Trainee. 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, this role 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 Assessment of Supplemental Questionnaire Written Exam Performance Exam Oral Interviews For more information about the process, please visit www.joinbhpd.org. Application Details

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 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 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 cmoreno@beverlyhills.org to inquire about financial assistance 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 more information about the process, please visit the BHPD recruitment site: www.joinbhpd.org. Conclusion

Verification: Applicants may be required to submit verification of qualifying education and experience at any point during the recruitment and selection process. Falsifying education, training, or work experience or attempted deception on the application may result in disqualification for this and future job opportunities with the City of Beverly Hills. Disaster Service Workers: All City of Beverly Hills employees are designated Disaster Service Workers through state and local law (California Government Code Sections 3100-3109). Employment requires affirmation of a loyalty oath. Employees must complete Disaster Service Worker-related training as assigned and to return to work as ordered in the event of an emergency. Examples of Essential Duties may include, but are not limited to: Performs duties to protect life and property. Maintains law and order and responds to emergency calls. Patrols the City enforcing 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 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 requires at least 36 semester units (or 54 quarter units); Track 2 requires four years of active duty in the U.S. Armed Services after an Honorable Discharge. 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 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 and be found free from conditions that might adversely affect the exercise of powers of a peace officer. Must be of good moral character, as determined by a thorough background investigation. Knowledge of: Standard office practices, methods, and procedures; use of computer equipment and relevant software. Ability to: Qualify for and meet ongoing standards of a P.O.S.T. certified basic police academy; understand and follow written and oral instructions; review, evaluate, and solve office operations; explain department policies and procedures; communicate clearly and concisely; use sound judgment; operate standard office equipment; maintain regular attendance and safety practices; establish and maintain effective working relationships; work with diverse cultural and ethnic groups.

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