Police Officer

About This Role

This entry-level, non-sworn training position involves attending a California Commission on Peace Officer Standards and Training (POST) basic training academy to obtain California Peace Officer Certification. The role is for individuals seeking to become a Police Officer with the Vernon Police Department.

Responsibilities

• Attend classroom training sessions and take notes required to obtain State Peace Officer Certification
• Complete written, oral, and skills proficiency examinations for a wide variety of required Peace Officer skills and knowledge and maintain required levels of proficiency
• Participate in physical conditioning training and testing and maintain required levels of physical fitness
• Adhere to CA POST academy rules and regulations
• Perform other related duties as assigned

Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED equivalent
• Must be at least 21 years old upon graduation from the academy
• Must be a United States citizen or a permanent resident who has applied for citizenship at least one (1) year before employment application, per California Government Code Section 1031 and 1031.5
• Successfully pass a comprehensive background investigation including a polygraph
• Meet the minimum POST standards for medical examinations and physical ability
• Valid California State Driver's License

Important Details

• This recruitment is to establish an eligibility list for the Vernon Police Department to be used for future vacancies
• This is a continuous recruitment and may close at any time with or without prior notice

Application Process

• Completed application packets will be reviewed, and only those applicants whose qualifications best meet or exceed the requirements of the position and needs of the City will be invited to participate further in the selection process
• The selection process may include the P.O.S.T. written exam, physical agility exam, and a panel interview
• Candidates must be specific and complete in describing their qualifications for the position; failure to state all pertinent information may lead to elimination from consideration
• Copies of required certifications must be submitted with the application
• The City of Vernon administers the California POST Entry Level Law Enforcement Test Battery (PELLET-B)
• The City of Vernon will accept POST exam scores from other agencies; the passing T-Score for the City of Vernon is 45
• Candidates who have taken the POST Entry Level Law Enforcement Test Battery (PELLET-B) examination at another agency and have received a T-Score of 45 or higher, may attach a copy of their test score results on agency letterhead for consideration