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POLICE OFFICER TRAINEE
MONTHLY SALARY RANGE:
Police Officer Trainee - $5,980.74 (while attending the academy)
Police Officer - $7,053.08 (after successful completion of the academy) to $9,061.68
Effective July 1, 2024, 4% Increase to Base Pay
CLASSIFIED/REPRESENTED POSITION
FLSA STATUS: Non-Exempt
*PHYSICAL ABILITY TEST (PAT) and PELLETB Written Test
Saturday, May 25, 2024
See Supplemental Questions for the following important information:
This position is an entry-level, non-sworn position in the Police Department. Incumbents are assigned to the Basic Peace Officer Academy and must satisfactorily pass all of the requirements that lead to the possession of the Basic Peace Officer Standards and Training (P.O.S.T.) Certificate before becoming candidates for the sworn position of Police Officer. Emphasis is placed on community-based policing, familiarization between law enforcement and community residents, and collaborative problem solving. Assignment to this classification is temporary. Failure to complete a police academy will result in termination from City of Stockton employment.
Attend and successfully complete a police academy to prepare for the position of Police Officer
Education: Graduation from an accredited United States high school or possession of a GED certificate received from a recognized accrediting association. Completion of some college course work is preferred.
Age: Must be twenty (20) years of age at the time of application, and twenty-one (21) years of age by the time of appointment.
Driver's License: Must possess or be able to obtain and maintain a valid California Class C driver's license and have a satisfactory driving record.
Background Investigation:
Additional requirements:
In addition to the requirements listed above, candidates must possess the knowledge, skills, and physical/mental abilities. For Police Officer Trainee Job Description, click here (Download PDF reader)
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 or disaster and are required to undertake an applicable loyalty oath.