City of Glendale (CA)
Police Officer Recruit (Pre Service/Academy Graduate)
City of Glendale (CA), Glendale, California, us, 91222
Overview
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. Note:
In order to be considered for this position, you must submit an application AND complete the “Law Enforcement - Frontline National” exam through the National Testing Network at www.NationalTestingNetwork.com by November 6, 2025 and no earlier than one (1) year from the time of application. Make sure to select the City of Glendale in order to share your results with our agency. Responsibilities / Essential functions
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. Apprehends 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. Experience
None. Education/Training
Graduation from high school or attainment of a State Board of Education issued certificate of proficiency, or attainment of a GED certificate, CHSPE certificate, HiSET certificate, or CPP 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 1 year from the time of application. 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. Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
Knowledge of:
Exceptional customer service practices. Skills in:
Making independent judgments and decisions based upon standard policy or procedure. Ability to:
Provide exceptional customer service to all employees and vendors; 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 performance standards; establish smooth working relationships and effectively resolve interpersonal conflicts; emphasize a Community-Based Policing philosophy; foster a teamwork environment; 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. Other Characteristics
Willingness to: Assume responsibility for maintaining a safe working environment; work overtime as requested. 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 etc. shall be completely covered by the on-duty uniform, business attire, or casual dress. For further information contact the Professional Standards Bureau. Desirable Qualifications
Knowledge and/or use of personal computers. Medical/Psychological Standards
All candidates must pass a pre-placement medical examination and a psychological evaluation. Hearing: Acceptable as to City standards. Residence
Within four months of employment, all employees of the Glendale Police Department are required to live within a radius of sixty contiguous land miles of the Glendale Civic Center. Note
An equivalent combination of experience, education and/or training may be considered as a substitute for the listed minimum requirements. WRITTEN EXAM: Must complete the
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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. Note:
In order to be considered for this position, you must submit an application AND complete the “Law Enforcement - Frontline National” exam through the National Testing Network at www.NationalTestingNetwork.com by November 6, 2025 and no earlier than one (1) year from the time of application. Make sure to select the City of Glendale in order to share your results with our agency. Responsibilities / Essential functions
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. Apprehends 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. Experience
None. Education/Training
Graduation from high school or attainment of a State Board of Education issued certificate of proficiency, or attainment of a GED certificate, CHSPE certificate, HiSET certificate, or CPP 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 1 year from the time of application. 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. Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
Knowledge of:
Exceptional customer service practices. Skills in:
Making independent judgments and decisions based upon standard policy or procedure. Ability to:
Provide exceptional customer service to all employees and vendors; 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 performance standards; establish smooth working relationships and effectively resolve interpersonal conflicts; emphasize a Community-Based Policing philosophy; foster a teamwork environment; 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. Other Characteristics
Willingness to: Assume responsibility for maintaining a safe working environment; work overtime as requested. 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 etc. shall be completely covered by the on-duty uniform, business attire, or casual dress. For further information contact the Professional Standards Bureau. Desirable Qualifications
Knowledge and/or use of personal computers. Medical/Psychological Standards
All candidates must pass a pre-placement medical examination and a psychological evaluation. Hearing: Acceptable as to City standards. Residence
Within four months of employment, all employees of the Glendale Police Department are required to live within a radius of sixty contiguous land miles of the Glendale Civic Center. Note
An equivalent combination of experience, education and/or training may be considered as a substitute for the listed minimum requirements. WRITTEN EXAM: Must complete the
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