JOB
Description:
The
City of Covina is seeking individuals with an interest in serving the Covina Community with a career in law enforcement. The
Police Recruit is an entry level, non-safety position that will participate in initial departmental training and orientation programs, including attending a Police Academy.
The
Police Recruit is the police trainee classification designed specifically and solely for the purpose of employing police officer candidates in a non-sworn status during the initial basic police officer academy training. Incumbents will be afforded the opportunity to be appointed to and sworn in as a probationary entry-level police officer with full police authority upon successful and satisfactory completion of academy training. Candidates hired as Police Recruits will be expected to complete an 18-month probationary period from the time of hire. EXAMPLE OF DUTIES
(include but are not limited to the following)-
Attend a basic POST certified police officer training academy designed to provide a comprehensive overview of the criminal justice system and specialized training in various laws, police practices and procedures, law enforcement techniques, first aid, and physical conditioning.
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Participates in initial departmental training and orientation programs, including field training under direct supervision for the purpose of developing awareness of functions, activities and responsibilities of a police officer.
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Establishes positive working relationships with representatives of community organizations, state/ local agencies and associations, City management and staff, and the public.
SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION
IMPORTANT APPLICATION INFORMATION AND INSTRUCTIONS APPLY IMMEDIATELY! This is a Continuous recruitment, and may close at any time, without notice. For optimal consideration, applicants are encouraged to apply early as applications are reviewed on a continuous basis.
The selection process will include, but not limited to the following components:
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CA P.O.S.T. Physical Agility Test (Pass/Fail)**
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CA P.O.S.T. PELLET B Written Exam (Pass/Fail)
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Oral Board Interview (100% of Total Score)
NOTE: Applicants who have taken the CA P.O.S.T. PELLET B exam within the last 12 months and have a current T-Score of 42 or higher do not have to take the exam again. T-Scores
must be attached to your application for consideration at the time of application submission.
For more information on the hiring process visit the Covina Police Department website
Candidates must be specific and complete in describing their qualifications for this position. Failure to state all pertinent information may lead to elimination from consideration. Stating "See Resume" is not an acceptable substitute for a complete application.
The successful candidate will be required to undergo a reference / background check (to include a conviction record) and pass a post-offer pre-employment medical and psychological examinations (which may include a drug/alcohol screening).
The City of Covina utilizes E-Verify and new employees must provide documentation to establish both identity and work authorization.
Communications regarding your application and/or status will be sent to the email address listed on your application. Please check your email regularly throughout the recruitment process as you will not receive communication by any other method.
The City of Covina is an Equal Opportunity Employer
The City of Covina provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, the City of Covina complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the City has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.
The City of Covina expressly prohibits any form of workplace harassment based on race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, genetic information, disability, or veteran status. Improper interference with the ability of the City of Covina's employees to perform their job duties may result in discipline up to and including discharge.
THE CITY OF COVINA RESERVES THE RIGHT TO MODIFY OR REVOKE, WITHOUT NOTICE, ANY OR ALL OF THE PROVISIONS OF THIS BULLETIN PRIOR TO THE TIME OF APPOINTMENT, AND TO WAIVE ANY NON SUBSTANTIVE JOB REQUIREMENT AND MAKE SUBJECTIVE DECISIONS INTERPRETING AND ASSESSING THE SKILLS AND QUALIFICATIONS OF ANY CANDIDATE, INCLUDING THE DETERMINATION THAT NONE OF THE CANDIDATES, EVEN THOSE WHO MEET THE MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS, ARE APPROPRIATE FOR THE POSITION.
