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City of East Palo Alto

Police Recruit (20566003)

City of East Palo Alto, Palo Alto, California, United States, 94306

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City of East Palo Alto Pay Range

This range is provided by City of East Palo Alto. Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience — talk with your recruiter to learn more. Base Pay Range

$30.00/hr – $30.00/hr Job Type

Full‑Time Location

141 Demeter St, East Palo Alto, CA 94303 Description

THE CITY OF EAST PALO ALTO IS ACTIVELY SEEKING POLICE RECRUITS. The Police Recruit attends and successfully completes an approved Peace Officer Standards and Training (POST) certified basic police academy training program; performs all related learning and testing activities; performs a variety of routine to complex field and administrative activities in support of police services and programs for the City’s Police Department; provides comprehensive non‑sworn staff support to Police Department supervisory and management personnel on a wide variety of law‑enforcement programs, projects, and services; responds to public requests and performs related duties, as assigned. Ideal Candidate

Be a collaborative, inclusive, and encouraging team member. Be adaptable and able to work under stressful or difficult conditions. Be comfortable working in inclement weather conditions at all hours of the day and night, including on weekends and holidays. Able to keep calm and patient with members of the public in stressful or volatile situations. Be able to demonstrate independent judgment. Possess excellent people skills. Show dedication to the City of East Palo Alto and the community. Bilingual is highly desirable. Qualifications

Any combination of training and experience that would provide the required knowledge, skills, and abilities is qualifying. A typical way to obtain the required qualifications would be: Education:

Equivalent to graduation from the twelfth (12th) grade. Experience:

No experience is required but experience in a law‑enforcement environment is desired. License and Certifications:

Possession of, or ability to obtain, a valid California Driver’s License by the time of appointment and a satisfactory driving record. Special Requirements

Free from any disqualifications for employment including felony convictions (Gov. Code 1029). Legally authorized to work in the United States by federal law (Gov. Code 1031). Be at least 21 years of age (Gov. Code 1031.4). Good moral character, as determined by a thorough background investigation (Gov. Code 1031). Be able to pass a comprehensive background investigation. Found to be free from any physical, emotional, or mental condition, including bias against race or ethnicity, gender, nationality, religion, disability, or sexual orientation, which might adversely affect the exercise of the powers of a peace officer. California P.O.S.T. Entry Level Law Enforcement Test Battery (PELLETB) or other professionally developed and validated test of reading and writing ability with a passing T‑score of 42 or above. Work Sample Test Battery (WSTB) with a score of 330 or above. Benefits

During the academy, the following benefits are available: medical coverage (Kaiser Permanente, 100% employee only; 65% dependent up to plan limits), dental coverage (Delta Dental, full employee cost), long‑term disability, life insurance ($25,000 until successful graduation from academy, increasing to $50,000 thereafter), CalPERS retirement (Employee pays 8% contribution), and employee assistance program. Upon successful completion of the Police Academy, recruits who continue to meet employment standards are eligible to be sworn in as Police Officers and begin the Field Training Program, with increased salary and full‑time city employment status. Application Process

To be considered, complete all required application materials on CalOpps.org (https://www.calopps.org/city-of-east-palo-alto). Submit an online application, required supplemental questionnaire, and all supporting documents. Successful candidates will undergo a standard police background investigation including a polygraph exam, psychological evaluation, and a complete physical exam with drug screening. The process includes a panel interview and an interview with the Chief of Police. Applicants with a disability who may require special assistance in any phase of the recruitment process should advise Danielle Oliveira from Muchmore Than Consulting at danielle@muchmorethanconsulting.org or (650) 853‑3116. THE CITY OF EAST PALO ALTO IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER.

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