City of Stockton, CA
Police Officer
Join the City of Stockton Police Department. You can view the police website at https://joinstocktonpd.com/.
Incentives For New Employees
Sign on Bonus – $15,000
Relocation Assistance Reimbursement
40 hours of vacation available for immediate use
Other Incentives
City pays the entire employee share of their health plan contribution
Qualified Candidates Will Have
Graduated from a California P.O.S.T. Peace Officer Academy and completed a probationary period with at least one year of service in a California Governmental Law Enforcement Agency;
If employed most recently in another state, no longer than a 60‑day break in service; and
Ability to provide a copy of their California P.O.S.T. Basic Peace Officer Certificate that does not expire within six months of application.
Experienced peace officers who meet these qualifications may apply now. Any questions regarding whether you meet these qualifications may be directed to the Stockton Police Department at SPDRecruiting@stocktonca.gov.
Specific information regarding how to submit required information and documentation is available in the supplemental questionnaire portion of the application.
General Position Information BARGAINING UNIT: Stockton Police Officers' Association (SPOA)
CIVIL SERVICE STATUS: Classified
NOTE: Lateral Entry Police Officers are placed on an unranked eligibility list. Salary upon appointment will be assigned based upon qualifications.
Veteran's Preference Points will not be awarded for this position.
Responsibilities
Patrol assigned areas to ensure the security of life and property, observe situations, and deter crime by providing high visibility.
Respond to suspicious activities and answer emergency calls for service.
Enforce state, local, and federal laws and ordinances; issue verbal warnings and citations; pursue and apprehend suspects and request assistance as required.
Investigate juvenile and designated adult criminal activity and incidents as the assigned detective.
Coordinate crime scene control and investigation, including interviews and interrogations, identification of witnesses, overseeing collection and preservation of physical evidence.
Restore order, protect life and property, and maintain the peace at public gatherings and in conflict situations.
Prepare and document cases, complete reports and records, and maintain other logs and records.
Investigate traffic accidents and provide traffic and crowd control as necessary; participate in special details and assignments, including K‑9 and related activities; may serve as a field training officer.
Retrieve, identify, and return found property and/or evidence to owners.
Provide emergency aid and assistance to incapacitated persons and request additional response.
Provide information, directions, and other services and assistance to the public.
Education
Successful completion of a California P.O.S.T. approved Peace Officer Academy.
Graduation from a United States high school or possession of a G.E.D.
Experience
One year of experience as a law enforcement officer in California and possession of a valid California P.O.S.T. Basic Certificate.
Must have satisfactorily completed a probationary period for a Peace Officer classification performing the full range of duties, including patrol, with a California governmental law enforcement agency.
Other Requirements
Must possess a valid California Driver's License.
Must meet physical, psychological, and background standards, which include polygraph testing and California Department of Justice fingerprint clearance.
Vision requirements are 20/20 for far visual acuity, either corrected or uncorrected. Corrected vision must not be worse than 20/100 uncorrected in each eye separately. For laser surgery, one-year minimum elapsed time between surgery and qualifying examination. Color blindness will be cause for rejection.
Hearing capabilities must be within normal range – 5/5.
The City requires employees in a public safety classification to respond to emergencies at all times and maintain a primary residence within 45 minutes of City Hall. New employees have up to three months from hire date to comply.
Must be able to obtain and maintain required California P.O.S.T. Peace Officer Certification and firearms qualification.
Must be willing to work evening, night, weekend, and holiday shifts.
Must be 20 years old by the final filing date and 21 by appointment.
Must be legally authorized to work in the United States.
Knowledge of
Basic law enforcement terminology and concepts;
Techniques for dealing with people of all socio-economic levels under hostile and emergency situations;
Safety practices and precautions pertaining to the work.
Skill In
Observing and accurately recalling places, names, descriptive characteristics, and facts of incidents;
Remaining calm and taking appropriate action in tense situations;
Establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of the work;
Reading, interpreting, and applying complex laws, procedures, and policies;
Making rapid, sound independent judgments within legal and procedural guidelines;
Preparing clear and concise reports, records, and other written materials;
Understanding and following oral and written directions.
Ability To
Learn the principles, practices, procedures, laws and ordinances, terminology, and operation of equipment used in law enforcement and crime prevention and investigation.
The Examination Unassembled Examination (Pass/Fail) – An unassembled examination consisting of an appraisal of training, experience, and work history.
Application Instructions All applications and supplemental questions must be completed fully and submitted on an official City of Stockton application form. Do not state “Refer to resume” on your application or supplemental questionnaire. Incomplete applications and supplements will be rejected and cannot be revised after submission on or before the final filing date. Postmarks, facsimiles, and photocopies of the city's employment application will not be accepted. Resumes are welcomed but should be submitted as additional information only.
The information in this announcement concerning the terms and conditions of employment does not constitute either an express or implied contract, and these provisions are subject to change.
Communication Notice
NeoGov.com: If you selected the option to be notified by e‑mail, you will receive correspondence via the e‑mail address you placed on your application. Some e‑mail accounts may place these e‑mails in the spam/junk folder; check your inbox or accept e‑mails ending with neogov.com.
Notification and correspondence will be sent by e‑mail only. No paper notices will be mailed to applicants.
After online submittal, immediate notification will appear on your screen indicating your application has been received. Print this notice as proof of filing.
In accordance with California Government Code section 3100, et. seq., all City of Stockton employees are considered disaster service workers who may be required to report for duty or remain on duty to address disaster service activities in the event of an emergency. Employees are required to undertake an applicable loyalty oath.
#J-18808-Ljbffr
Incentives For New Employees
Sign on Bonus – $15,000
Relocation Assistance Reimbursement
40 hours of vacation available for immediate use
Other Incentives
City pays the entire employee share of their health plan contribution
Qualified Candidates Will Have
Graduated from a California P.O.S.T. Peace Officer Academy and completed a probationary period with at least one year of service in a California Governmental Law Enforcement Agency;
If employed most recently in another state, no longer than a 60‑day break in service; and
Ability to provide a copy of their California P.O.S.T. Basic Peace Officer Certificate that does not expire within six months of application.
Experienced peace officers who meet these qualifications may apply now. Any questions regarding whether you meet these qualifications may be directed to the Stockton Police Department at SPDRecruiting@stocktonca.gov.
Specific information regarding how to submit required information and documentation is available in the supplemental questionnaire portion of the application.
General Position Information BARGAINING UNIT: Stockton Police Officers' Association (SPOA)
CIVIL SERVICE STATUS: Classified
NOTE: Lateral Entry Police Officers are placed on an unranked eligibility list. Salary upon appointment will be assigned based upon qualifications.
Veteran's Preference Points will not be awarded for this position.
Responsibilities
Patrol assigned areas to ensure the security of life and property, observe situations, and deter crime by providing high visibility.
Respond to suspicious activities and answer emergency calls for service.
Enforce state, local, and federal laws and ordinances; issue verbal warnings and citations; pursue and apprehend suspects and request assistance as required.
Investigate juvenile and designated adult criminal activity and incidents as the assigned detective.
Coordinate crime scene control and investigation, including interviews and interrogations, identification of witnesses, overseeing collection and preservation of physical evidence.
Restore order, protect life and property, and maintain the peace at public gatherings and in conflict situations.
Prepare and document cases, complete reports and records, and maintain other logs and records.
Investigate traffic accidents and provide traffic and crowd control as necessary; participate in special details and assignments, including K‑9 and related activities; may serve as a field training officer.
Retrieve, identify, and return found property and/or evidence to owners.
Provide emergency aid and assistance to incapacitated persons and request additional response.
Provide information, directions, and other services and assistance to the public.
Education
Successful completion of a California P.O.S.T. approved Peace Officer Academy.
Graduation from a United States high school or possession of a G.E.D.
Experience
One year of experience as a law enforcement officer in California and possession of a valid California P.O.S.T. Basic Certificate.
Must have satisfactorily completed a probationary period for a Peace Officer classification performing the full range of duties, including patrol, with a California governmental law enforcement agency.
Other Requirements
Must possess a valid California Driver's License.
Must meet physical, psychological, and background standards, which include polygraph testing and California Department of Justice fingerprint clearance.
Vision requirements are 20/20 for far visual acuity, either corrected or uncorrected. Corrected vision must not be worse than 20/100 uncorrected in each eye separately. For laser surgery, one-year minimum elapsed time between surgery and qualifying examination. Color blindness will be cause for rejection.
Hearing capabilities must be within normal range – 5/5.
The City requires employees in a public safety classification to respond to emergencies at all times and maintain a primary residence within 45 minutes of City Hall. New employees have up to three months from hire date to comply.
Must be able to obtain and maintain required California P.O.S.T. Peace Officer Certification and firearms qualification.
Must be willing to work evening, night, weekend, and holiday shifts.
Must be 20 years old by the final filing date and 21 by appointment.
Must be legally authorized to work in the United States.
Knowledge of
Basic law enforcement terminology and concepts;
Techniques for dealing with people of all socio-economic levels under hostile and emergency situations;
Safety practices and precautions pertaining to the work.
Skill In
Observing and accurately recalling places, names, descriptive characteristics, and facts of incidents;
Remaining calm and taking appropriate action in tense situations;
Establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of the work;
Reading, interpreting, and applying complex laws, procedures, and policies;
Making rapid, sound independent judgments within legal and procedural guidelines;
Preparing clear and concise reports, records, and other written materials;
Understanding and following oral and written directions.
Ability To
Learn the principles, practices, procedures, laws and ordinances, terminology, and operation of equipment used in law enforcement and crime prevention and investigation.
The Examination Unassembled Examination (Pass/Fail) – An unassembled examination consisting of an appraisal of training, experience, and work history.
Application Instructions All applications and supplemental questions must be completed fully and submitted on an official City of Stockton application form. Do not state “Refer to resume” on your application or supplemental questionnaire. Incomplete applications and supplements will be rejected and cannot be revised after submission on or before the final filing date. Postmarks, facsimiles, and photocopies of the city's employment application will not be accepted. Resumes are welcomed but should be submitted as additional information only.
The information in this announcement concerning the terms and conditions of employment does not constitute either an express or implied contract, and these provisions are subject to change.
Communication Notice
NeoGov.com: If you selected the option to be notified by e‑mail, you will receive correspondence via the e‑mail address you placed on your application. Some e‑mail accounts may place these e‑mails in the spam/junk folder; check your inbox or accept e‑mails ending with neogov.com.
Notification and correspondence will be sent by e‑mail only. No paper notices will be mailed to applicants.
After online submittal, immediate notification will appear on your screen indicating your application has been received. Print this notice as proof of filing.
In accordance with California Government Code section 3100, et. seq., all City of Stockton employees are considered disaster service workers who may be required to report for duty or remain on duty to address disaster service activities in the event of an emergency. Employees are required to undertake an applicable loyalty oath.
#J-18808-Ljbffr