JOB INFORMATION REQUEST:  Police Officer POLICE OFFICER TRAINEE                CLOSED   POLICE OFFICER ENTRY POLICE OFFICER LATERAL POLICE OFFICER TRAINEE Those candidates not meeting the minimum qualifications for Lateral / Entry Police Officer may be hired as Police Officer Trainee until successful completion of a California Basic P.O.S.T. Police Academy.     SALARY:   $3948 per month POLICE OFFICER ENTRY Must have within the last three years either completed a California Basic P.O.S.T. Academy or have been employed as a full-time sworn peace officer with a State of California law enforcement agency. Those candidates currently enrolled in a California Basic P.O.S.T,. Academy may be accepted conditionally pending successful completion.    SALARY:  $56,460 - $72,060 POLICE OFFICER LATERAL Completion of California P.O.S.T. Basic Academy and currently employed as a Police Officer, Deputy Sheriff or related Law Enforcement Officer with a State of California law enforcement agency.    SALARY:  $56,460 - $72,060

REQUIREMENTS

• Minimum of 21 years of age, no maximum.

• High school graduation or equivalent.    

• Must have completed a California Basic  P.O.S.T.  Academy and be currently employed as a Police Officer, Deputy Sheriff, or related Law Enforcement Officer with a law enforcement agency in the State of California.   Attach certificate(s) if applicable.

• Must possess a valid Class C California driver's license at the time of employment. 

• Must be a citizen of the United States or a permanent resident alien who is eligible for, and has applied for, citizenship.

P.O.S.T.  STANDARDS REQUIREMENTS:

•  Any visual defect must correct to 20/20 in both eyes.  If soft contacts have been worn successfully for 3 months any defect is acceptable if corrected to 20/20.  Must have passing score on color blindness test and depth perception. 

•  Weight must be in proportion to height as determined by a physician. 

EXAMINATION

Applications will be screened and qualified/successful candidates may be invited to compete in a written examination.

The candidate must qualify in each of the following areas:

        Written Examination
        Oral Interview
        Physical Abilities Exam
        Background Investigation
        Polygraph Examination
        Psychological Evaluation
        Medical Examination
        Command Oral

Additional phases of selection include successfully passing a medical evaluation including substance testing, a background investigation, and a psychological evaluation.

BENEFITS

• Full Medical Coverage

• 100% Paid P.E.R.S. The City pays approximately $282 to $360 per month of the employee’s contribution towards the State Retirement Plan (PERS).

• Uniforms and equipment supplied by the department

• Interest-free computer loans

• 4/10 Work week

• Up to 5 weeks vacation, 12 paid sick days.  1/2 accumulated sick time paid at retirement.

• Incentive pay
  7.5% intermediate POST certificate
  12.5% advanced POST certificate
  Motor-Officer pay, 3% of base salary
  Bilingual pay, 3% of base salary
  Metro Officers, 3% of base salary for full-time members; Collateral Team members (aka Blue Team and White Team), sniper team members, and hostage negotiations team members will receive premium pay of 1.5% of base salary.

• Shift Differential:
  $384 per month - Graveyard Shift
  $288 per month - Swing Shift

The Riverside Police Department is dedicated to hiring only those individuals who meet the highest of professional standards with a commitment to serving all members of their community with sensitivity, empathy, and impartiality.

WORK ASSIGNMENTS

Applications are being accepted online or at the City of Riverside Human Resources Department, located at 3780 Market, Riverside, California 92501. The 24-hour job line numbers are (951)826-5492 or 1-866-WORKRPD.

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