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City of Glendale, CA

Police Officer Recruit/Police Officer Lateral

City of Glendale, CA, Glendale, California, us, 91222

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Police Officer Recruit / Police Officer Lateral

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City of Glendale, CA .

Job Summary Join our full‑service agency as a lateral police officer and earn up to $160,000 a year.

You will have the opportunity to work in a variety of specialized units – including narcotics, K9, air support, and more – and may receive longevity pay from day one.

The hiring process is expedited for laterals; written and PAT exams are waived.

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; prepares written reports on incidents and cases assigned.

Apprehends suspects by pursuing and safely controlling them on foot, by vehicle, and by using firearms under appropriate conditions.

Enforces traffic laws, directs traffic, issues citations and warnings, and investigates accidents and accident scenes.

Investigates matters involving juveniles, reports of child neglect and juvenile delinquency, and refers juveniles to the appropriate authorities.

Serves subpoenas, warrants, testifies in court, marks and stores evidence, and confers with the City/District Attorney’s Office for case preparation.

Assumes responsibility for ensuring duties are performed safely and efficiently.

Performs other related duties as assigned or as the situation requires.

Minimum Requirements

Currently employed and in good standing with a California Law Enforcement Agency as a police officer.

Graduation from high school or attainment of a state‑board certificate (GED, CHSPE, HiSET, CPP) and graduation from an accredited California POST Law Enforcement Academy.

Valid Class C California driver’s license.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

Exceptional customer service practices.

Making independent judgments and decisions based upon standard policy or procedure.

Providing exceptional customer service to all employees and vendors.

Modeling and practicing the highest standards of ethical conduct.

Dealing calmly with angry, upset, and frightened people.

Meeting performance standards by the end of the probationary period.

Establishing smooth working relationships and resolving interpersonal conflicts.

Fostering a teamwork environment.

Reading, writing, and comprehending directions in English.

Remaining poised and controlled in threatening or violent situations.

Writing clear, accurate, detailed reports based on field notes.

Other Characteristics

Willingness to work overtime as requested.

Work necessary hours and times to accomplish goals.

Maintain a safe working environment.

Minimum age 21 at the time of appointment.

Good moral character.

Legally authorized to work in the United States under federal law.

Selection Process

Application: candidate provides documentation to establish work authorization and identity.

Evaluation: PASS/FAIL to evaluate minimum qualifications.

Oral Interview (100% weight) to evaluate experience, education, and background; must pass with a minimum score of 70.00%.

Background Investigation: comprehensive review, including polygraph and Livescan fingerprinting.

Benefits The City of Glendale offers a comprehensive benefit package that includes vacation, holiday, and sick leave; medical, dental, vision, and long‑term disability insurance.

Benefits apply to full‑time salaried positions only.

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