Police Officer Recruit (Pre-Service)
City of Monterey Park- Police Officer Recruit (Pre-Service) candidates are currently attending, or have graduated from a California POST-certified Police Academy. Upon appointment as a sworn Police Officer, they will be required to complete field service training. Police Officers patrol the community to prevent crime and enforce laws, investigate complaints, apprehend criminals and suspects, protect lives and property, assume responsibilities and perform related duties as required. It is the policy of the Monterey Park Police Department that tattoos, other forms of body art and/or objects used to pierce the body, shall not be visible to the public during performance of duties. Additionally, tattoos, body art and/or objects utilized in body piercing shall not be displayed to other City and Department employees while on or in property and/or facilities owned, operated or under the dominion and control of the City/Department, where the content of the tattoo, body art and/or piercing may be perceived by a reasonable City/Department employee as evidence of harassment or discrimination.
THE DEPARTMENT: The Monterey Park Police Department serves our community with professionalism and you will be surrounded by officers of strong character, supportive City leadership and a community who believes in their officers. You will be part of an agency that is well trained, has a positive environment and welcomes new ideas.
SALARY: $4,853 per month, plus benefits including $50/mo bilingual pay for a qualified second language for candidates who are currently enrolled in a POST certified police academy. Upon successful completion of a Peace Officer Standards and Training (POST) Certified Police Academy, incumbent will be appointed as a probationary, sworn Police Officer with a salary range of $7,451 - $9,058 per month, plus benefits including $150/mo bilingual pay for a qualified second language and up to 5% of base salary/mo educational incentive pay.
Knowledge of policies, rules, instructions, laws, regulations and police literature; functions of law enforcement; armed and unarmed defense, high-speed emergency driving, life-saving techniques, vehicle code and penal code. Skills/Abilities - Follow and understand oral and written instructions, oral and written communications skills, gain cooperation of others, analyze situations, learn the use and care of automobiles and small firearms, meet standards of physical and health conditions, endurance and ability. Education – High school diploma or equivalent. Physical Requirements - Requires heavy lifting, carrying, climbing, running and exposure to potentially hazardous situations and environmental conditions. Vision must be 20/70 uncorrected (20/20 corrected), normal color perception and normal hearing. Enrollment in or graduation from a California POST-certified Police Academy, possession of a valid California Driver’s License and U.S. citizenship are required at the time of appointment.
IDEAL CANDIDATE: At the Monterey Park Police Department, we have created a place where character counts; where performance and excellence are celebrated; where input and ideas are welcomed to ignite innovation; where you are family. We accept responsibility and are accountable for our actions. We listen and learn. We invite and inspire ideas. We help employees develop and grow, providing real feedback.
You are an ideal candidate if you are seeking a character-based agency, and have these attributes:
- Ability to interpret, apply and make decisions based on federal, state and local laws, policies and regulations.
- Motivation to foster change in the community through commitment to professional enforcement practices.
- Excellent communication and collaboration skills.
- Ability to recognize and apply alternative solutions to problems, and make legal, logical and critical decisions in emergencies while working in a stressful environment.
- A public servant’s heart with an understanding of community-oriented policing and its application.
- Clear thought and ability to perform in critical decision-making in emergency situations, while remaining calm.
- Treatment of all people encountered, equally and with respect, while seeking to understand another’s view.
- Ability to thrive in a team environment that encourages cooperation, communication, and mutual sharing of risk, responsibility, and reward.
QUALIFICATION GUIDELINES
Candidates whose education and experience are determined to best meet the City’s needs, will be invited to an Assessment of Qualifications. The Assessment of Qualifications may consist of an orientation, written exam, written exercise, physical agility test, and/or oral board interviews. An applicant must pass all components of the examination process to be considered for the position. Meeting the minimum requirements does not guarantee an invitation to further testing.
Regardless of the notification preference the candidate selected when creating the application (i.e., paper or email), APPLICANTS WILL RECEIVE COMMUNICATION THROUGH EMAIL ONLY. Applicants should be diligent in checking their email and spam/junk mail after the deadline as all notices regarding their status in the current recruitment will be emailed.
After a conditional job offer is made, the candidate must pass a pre-employment medical examination, including a drug/alcohol screen, a background investigation, a voice stress analysis and a psychological examination. An applicant must pass all phases of the selection process prior to appointment.
Applicants with legal disabilities who require special testing arrangements must contact the Personnel Department at least five (5) days prior to the examination date.
New hire candidates must show proof of full Covid vaccinations prior to being hired. Limited exemptions may apply.SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION
- Continuous Recruitment - may close at any time without prior notice. Completed City application, including a copy of the diploma from a POST-certified Police Academy, and any related educational or training documents must be submitted through the online application system within the filing period. Resumes may be attached but will not be accepted in lieu of a fully completed on-line application. Be sure to detail any education, training, or other relevant course work that would make you a particularly strong candidate. Incomplete employment applications will not be processed. Complete all requested information including the non asterisk boxes.