Police Officer (Pre-Service)

Police Officer (Pre-Service)

Salary

$8,457.43 - $10,280.06 Monthly

Location

725 Alameda Street, Azusa, CA

Job Type

Full-Time

Job Number

26-25

Department

Police

Opening Date

11/03/2026

Closing Date

11/17/2026 5:30 PM Pacific

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Definition

THIS RECRUITMENT IS FOR IN-ACADEMY AND ACADEMY GRADUATE APPLICANTS.

BENEFIT INFORMATION

Monthly Flexible Benefits Plan Contribution for Medical Benefits, Bilingual Incentive Pay, City Paid Deferred Compensation, a generous Tuition Reimbursement Program, & so much more!

REQUIRED ATTACHMENT WITH RESUME

PROOF OF CURRENT ENROLLMENT IN A POST-BASIC ACADEMY OR POST-BASIC ACADEMY CERTIFICATE

IN-ACADEMY APPLICANTS- Police Offer (Pre-Service) who are currently attending a California Police Officer Standards & Training (POST)-certified Police Academy will be paid at the Police Officer Trainee pay range (6184).

SALARY RANGE: $6,765.96- $8,224.06 PER MONTH

Upon graduation from the academy, the successful candidate may be promoted to probationary police officer and will be required to complete the City of Azusa field training program. If you are an in-academy applicant, please be sure to attach proof of enrollment in a POST-academy. Applicants who fail to attach this proof of enrollment will be disqualified immediately.

ACADEMY GRADUATE CANDIDATES- Police Officer (Pre-Service) who have graduated from a California Police Officer Standards & Training (POST)-certified Police Academy will be paid at the Police Officer pay range (6101).

SALARY RANGE: $8,457.43 - $10,280.06 PER MONTH

The successful candidate will be required to complete the City of Azusa field training program. If you are an academy graduate, please be sure to attach proof of your POST Basic Academy Certificate. Applicants who fail to attach this certificate will be disqualified immediately.

DEADLINE TO APPLY

Online applications will be accepted beginning Tuesday, November 03, 2026 through Tuesday, November 17, 2026. Qualified and interested applicants are encouraged to apply immediately as this recruitment may close without notice after being open for a minimum of five (5) business days or on the day the departments needs have been met. The eligibility list established from this recruitment may be used to fill future vacancies as they occur.

DEFINITION

Under general supervision, attends a prescribed training program for newly hired officers; patrols an assigned area in the prevention of crime and enforcement of law and order; undertakes special assignments related to departmental operations or law enforcement; conducts investigations; performs related duties as required. Police Officer (Pre-Service) candidates are currently attending or have graduated from a California Police Officer Standards & Training (POST)-certified Police Academy at their own financial expense. Upon appointment, all Police Officer (Pre-Service) candidates will be required to complete field service training and attend the City of Azusa's internal training academy.

Essential Functions

CLASS CHARACTERISTICS

The Police Officer (Pre-Service) is entry level in the professional police class series, requiring, upon appointment, sworn peace officer status. Incumbents, as sworn peace officers, respond to criminal activity and threats to life and property. To ensure comprehensive training and professional development, Police Officers (Pre-Service) are assigned to different functional areas within the Police Department on a rotating basis.

SUPERVISION EXCERCISED

Receives supervision from the designated sworn police officer. Exercises no supervision.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Participates in and completes a prescribed law enforcement officer training program for entry level officers;
• Performs related duties as required.

Patrol and Traffic Safety

• Patrols, either in a vehicle or on foot, an assigned area during an assigned shift and looks for indicators of possible criminal activity or threats to life and property; answers call for police services; enforces City, county, and state laws; makes field contacts and completes forms; conducts both preliminary and follow-up investigations of disturbances, prowlers, burglaries, thefts, robberies, vehicle accidents, suspected homicides, and other criminal incidents.
• Utilizes motorcycle or a radar-equipped patrol unit; responds to calls related to traffic incidents and other emergencies; observes, monitors, and controls routine and unusual traffic conditions; assists and advises motorists and enforces traffic safety laws.
• Arrests and apprehends perpetrators, as required; serves warrants and subpoenas; interviews victims, complainants, and witnesses; interrogates suspects; gathers and preserves evidence; receives, searches, and books prisoners; fingerprints and transports prisoners; testifies and presents evidence in court.
• Contacts and cooperates with other law enforcement agencies in matters relating to the investigation of crimes and the apprehension of offenders.
• Prepares reports and field notes; participates in staff development; attends briefings and training sessions; performs routine maintenance on assigned patrol vehicle, firearms, and other equipment.
• Makes traffic stops and issues warnings, citations, or makes arrests as necessary; checks vehicles and observes vehicle occupants; investigates scenes of vehicle accidents, provides emergency medical care as necessary, directs traffic and arranges for clearing of roadway, interviews drivers and witnesses and prepares reports; directs traffic at fire, special events, and other emergency or congested situations.
• Assists the public and answers questions; administers first aid and responds to calls for medical assistance; establishes and maintains good relationships with the general public.

Investigations

• Coordinates and conducts complete and detailed investigations of crimes involving juveniles and adults, crimes against persons and property, and crimes involving vice, gaming and narcotics violations.
• Participates in all normal enforcement activities including enforcing local and State laws, issuing citations, making arrests, administering first aid, and transporting prisoners.
• Performs undercover and surveillance activities; interviews victims, complainants, witnesses and suspects; collects, preserves, and maintains evidence and property related to suspected crimes; serves warrants and subpoenas.
• Prepares investigative reports and case information; provides testimony and evidence in court.
• Responds to questions from the public concerning local and State laws, procedures, and activities of the Department; develops and maintains good relationships with the public, including informants and contacts which may be helpful in criminal investigations.

Additional Functions

• As assigned, acts as training officer for new Police Officers; serves as field supervisor on individual calls requiring special attention; or conducts background investigations.
• As assigned, makes presentations before a variety of public groups to promote crime prevention activities and to enhance public understanding of Police Department activities; serves as liaison to neighborhood watch groups and schools.
• Performs related duties as required.

Qualification Guidelines

QUALIFICATIONS

Education and/or Experience

• Education: HS/GED and supplemented by course work in office procedures, administrative processes and courses or training in the area of the assigned specialty specific to the City department. Must be currently attending or have graduated from a California Police Officer Standards & Training (POST)-certified Police Academy.
• Experience: Six months in volunteer or paid work dealing with the public.

Licenses or Certification

• Possession of or ability to obtain a Class C California drivers license and a satisfactory driving record.
• Possession of POST Basic Certificate and completion of California P.O.S.T. approved police academy OR enrollment in POST approved policy academy, paid for by the candidate.
• Meet standards of physical stature, endurance, and agility established by the City.
• Must possess U.S. Citizenship at time of appointment and be 21 years at time of employment.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Knowledge

• Modern practices and techniques of law enforcement, patrol, investigation, public relations, and report writing.
• Vehicle and Penal Codes.
• Laws of arrest.
• Rules of evidence.
• Legal rights of citizens.
• Court procedures.

Ability

• Communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing.
• Observe accurately and remember faces, numbers, incidents and places.
• Establish and maintain effective relationships with the community.
• Use and care of firearms and correctly operate police equipment and appropriate tools in the performance of duties.
• Think and act quickly in emergencies, and judge situations and people accurately.
• Represent the City in a variety of meetings.
• Maintain alertness and concentration in emergency situations.
• Learn, read, understand and interpret laws and local ordinances, regulations and City ordinances and codes.
• Work under variable weather conditions.
• Prepare accurate and grammatically correct written reports respond to emergency and problem situations in an effective manner.
• Administer First Aid.
• Perform all physical tasks required for sworn law enforcement personnel.
• Make clear and concise radio transmissions.
• Follow and adhere to safety rules and regulations; read and interpret maps.
• Complete clear and accurate police reports and work activity records.
• Communicate clearly and concisely in conveying commands.
• Understand and follow both verbal and written directives.
• Deal constructively with conflict and develop effective resolutions.
• Work independently and demonstrate initiative.
• Establish and maintain cooperative working relationships.
• Comply with established physical requirements.
• Verbally communicate to exchange information.
• Meet Police Officer requirements contained in the California State Government Code.

Special Requirements/Physical, Mental, Environmental Conditions

Special Requirements:

Applicants must meet the California Police Officer Selection Standards (Codes 1029 & 1031) as listed below:

• Free of any felony convictions.
• Legally authorized to work in the United States by federal law
• At least 20.5 years of age at the time of application.
• Fingerprinted for purposes of search of local, state, and national fingerprint files to disclose any criminal record.
• Of good moral character, as determined by a thorough background investigation.
• A high school graduate, pass the General Education Development test or other high school equivalency test approved by the California Department of Education, or have attained a two-year, four-year, or advanced degree from an accredited or approved institution.
• Found to be free from any physical, emotional, or mental condition which might adversely affect the exercise of the powers of a peace officer.

IN ACADEMY CANDIDATES: PROOF OF CURRENT ENROLLMENT IN A POST ACADEMY MUST BE SUBMITTED ALONG WITH YOUR APPLICATION.

ACADEMY GRADUATE CANDIDATES: PROOF OF CURRENT POST BASIC ACADEMY CERTIFICATE MUST BE SUBMITTED ALONG WITH YOUR APPLICATION.

Applicants must successfully pass the following requirements:

• Oral Interview.
• Administration Interview.
• Background Investigation.
• Medical Evaluation.
• Drug Screening.
• Polygraph Examination.
• Psychological Evaluation.
• Valid, current California Drivers license and satisfactory driving record.
• Chief of Police (or designee) interview.

MARGINAL FUNCTIONS

These are position functions which may be changed, deleted, or reassigned to accommodate an individual with a disability.

Environmental Conditions

• Work is performed in an office setting and in the field.
• Exposure to firearms, inclement weather, and potentially dangerous people and violent situations.
• Incumbents may be required to work extended hours including evenings and weekends.

Physical Conditions

• Maintain compliance with physical requirements.
• Prolonged sitting and regular standing, walking, reaching, twisting, turning, kneeling, bending squatting and stooping in the performance of daily activities.
• Lift, carry, push, and/or pull light to moderate amounts of weight.
• Operate equipment requiring repetitive hand movement and fine coordination including use of a computer keyboard, firearm, and other police issues equipment.
• Acute hearing is required when providing phone and personal service.

Some requirements may be accommodated for otherwise qualified individuals requiring and requesting such accommodations.

RECRUITMENT PROCESS:

All applicants are required to submit a complete City application at www.azusaca.gov/jobs. Applications must be accompanied by a resume describing experience, education, and training in relation to the requirements of the position, however, resumes will not be accepted in lieu of a City employment application. Applications that are submitted without a resume, or have unanswered supplemental questions, may be deemed incomplete.

Application Screening (Refer/Non-Refer): Online applications will be reviewed for qualifications that are highly desirable and most needed to perform the essential functions of this job. Only those candidates whose applications indicate that they are most qualified will be invited to continue in the recruitment process.

Examination Process (Written Exam, Practical Exam, & Oral Interview): Candidates will be interviewed and rated by a qualification appraisal panel of subject knowledge experts. Each candidates rating will be based on responses to a series of structured questions designed to elicit the candidates qualifications for the job. Only the most successful candidates will be placed on the eligibility list.

As vacancies occur throughout the City of Azusa within this classification, candidates may be referred to the hiring department. In accordance with the City of Azusa Civil Service Rule 5.5.1, examinations may consist of one or more selection techniques, including but not limited to: Application Evaluation (Qualifying), Written Exam, Practical/Performance Exam, and/or Panel Oral Interview.

The City of Azusa is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to inclusion and diversity. The City of Azusa does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, sex (including gender and pregnancy), national origin, ancestry, disability, medical condition, genetic characteristics, marital status, age, or sexual orientation (including homosexuality, bisexuality, transgender or heterosexuality) status in employment or the provision of services. Please be advised that as an employee of the City of Azusa, your job could be modified as part of the Citys obligation to reasonably accommodate a disabled employee.

The City is dedicated to making its programs, services and activities accessible to individuals with qualified disabilities. If you require reasonable accommodations to complete the employment application and/or participate in the testing process, please contact Human Resources at (626) 812-5183 prior to the filing deadline. We will attempt to reasonably accommodate applicants with disabilities upon request.

THANK YOU FOR TAKING THE TIME TO APPLY FOR A CAREER OPPORTUNITY WITH THE CITY OF AZUSA!

The City of Azusa and Azusa Police Department offer a wide-variety of Benefits, including:

• Flexible Work Schedule - 4/10 or 3/12.5 schedule

• Annual Cost of Living increases thru June 30, 2028

• CalPERS Retirement

• City-Paid Deferred Compensation

• Health Reimbursement Account contribution

• Education Incentive

• Bi-lingual Pay

• Longevity Premium

• $1,800 monthly Flexible Benefit/Medical Contribution (with cash-in-lieu for opt-out option)

• A variety of options for Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance along with supplemental insurances, such as Flexible Spending/Dependent Care Accounts, Critical Illness, Accident Only, and many more.

• Life Insurance

• Short-Term and Long-Term Disability Insurance

• Opportunity for Overtime, On-Call, Special Assignment, and Shift Differential Pay

• Tuition Reimbursement Program

• 11 City-paid Holidays and generous Sick, Vacation, Floating Holiday, Administrative, and Bereavement Leaves

For specific details on the Azusa Police Officers Association (APOA) benefits, please visit City of Azusa APOA MOU. MOU Term: July 1, 2024 through June 30, 2028

01

Do you have a current and valid California Class C Drivers License?

• Yes
• No

02

Are you currently enrolled in a POST Basic Academy?

• Yes
• No
• I have already graduated from a POST Basic Academy.

03

Are you at least 20 1/2 years of age?

• Yes
• No

04

Please select the highest level of education you have:

• Masters Degree
• Bachelors Degree
• Associates Degree
• Some College or Certificate(s)
• High School Diploma or equivalent (GED)
• I do not have education equivalent to the 12th grade.

05

Please select the field in which you were awarded your degree:

• Police Science
• Psychology
• Public Administration
• Other field
• I do not have a degree.

06

If you selected "other field" for your degree, please indicate the field below:

07

Do you possess a minimum of six months of paid or volunteer experience in a position involving direct interaction with the public?

• Yes
• No

08

PLEASE READ: Proof of current enrollment in a CA POST Basic Academy or a current POST Basic Academy certificate, and a resume is required upon submission. Applications without proof of enrollment or a POST Basic Academy certificate, and resume will be automatically disqualified from the recruitment process.

• Acknowledged
• I do not acknowledge this requirement.

Required Question

Employer City of Azusa

Address Azusa City Hall - West Wing

E. Foothill Blvd.

Azusa, California, 91702

Phone 626-812-5183

Website http://www.azusaca.gov