POLICE OFFICER RECRUITS

Police Recruit

This position is an entry-level, non-sworn position in the Police Department. Employees in this class typically work under close and continuous supervision. Incumbents are currently attending a P.O.S.T. Basic Academy and must satisfactorily pass all of the requirements that lead to the possession of the P.O.S.T. Basic Certification. Appointment in this position is limited to the duration of the Police Academy. Academic progress and physical achievement are closely monitored during this training period. Upon successful completion and graduation from the Police academy, recruits shall be appointed to the position of probationary Police Officer.

Minimum Qualifications

Education:  High School Diploma or equivalent.
Experience:  No experience required.

Licenses/Certificates Required:  Possession of an appropriate, valid State of California driver's license.  Must be age 21 by date of appointment.  Possession of P.O.S.T. Basic Certificate within one (1) year of appointment.

The information above is a brief summary of job duties. Please visit www.yubacity.net for additional information regarding this position and employment with the City of Yuba City. 

  • You must demonstrate that you meet the minimum qualifications of the position.

  • Please complete ALL sections of the application.  A résumé or other supplemental materials may be attached to your application, but will not be accepted in lieu of completing any part of the application.  Blank applications that reference "see résumé" will be disqualified. Your resume and supplemental materials will not be considered as part of the initial screening process.

  • Be sure to review your application prior to submission. No new or additional information will be accepted after the closing date.

  • Application materials are the property of the City of Yuba City and will not be returned.

  • It is your responsibility to keep your NEOGOV profile updated, including any changes to your telephone number and email address.  Failure to do so may result in missed notification of exams or interviews.

 

Selection Process
The minimum qualifications as stated in this job announcement represent only the basic requirements of the position. Meeting the minimum qualifications does not guarantee that a candidate will be invited to participate in the next step of the selection process.
The recruitment process involves multiple steps which may include but are not limited to:

  • Video One-Way Interviews

  • Speed Interviews

  • Oral Panel Interviews

  • Department Interviews

  • Written Testing

  • Physical Agility Testing – for Safety Positions

Please note: The entire recruitment process from recruitment opening date to start date could take 6 – 12 weeks for successful candidates. Final candidates must pass pre-employment screening which may include:

  • Fingerprinting

  • Criminal Background Check

  • Substance Screening

  • Medical Evaluation

  • Reference Check

Equal Employment Opportunity
The City of Yuba City does not discriminate on the basis of sex, religion, race, color, national origin, age, or disability in employment or the provision of service. Veterans, women, minorities and the disabled are encouraged to apply. EOE.
The Human Resources Department will make reasonable efforts in the recruitment process to accommodate candidates with disabilities. Please contact the Human Resources Department at least 72 hours in advance so such aids or services can be arranged.  TTY users may contact Human Resources at (530) 822-4732.
The provisions of this job announcement do not constitute an expressed or implied contract. Any provisions contained in this announcement may be modified or revoked without notice.

 FAQs

DO YOU HAVE WHAT IT TAKES?

 

  • At least 21 years of age by graduation from Police Academy. No maximum age limit.

  • Requires graduation from high school or GED. Completion of college-level courses in criminal justice or military experience is desirable.

  • Undergo a complete background Investigation that meets the standards of CAPOST.

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  • Applicants may NOT have been convicted of a felony or any offense that would be a felony if committed in California. Applicants must not be under any indictment for any felony in any state or jurisdiction.

  • Applicants may not have been dishonorably discharged from the United States Armed Forces.

  • Due to the nature of the position, driving is required to perform the duties of a Police Officer. Factors that could prohibit a candidate from moving forward in the testing process include: Not have been convicted of or adjudged to have violated traffic regulations governing the movement of vehicles with a frequency within the past three years that indicates disrespect for traffic laws or a disregard for the safety of others on the roads or highway.

  • Must possess a California Class C driver's license by hire date. No license or registration suspensions within the last 3 years from the date of reinstatement from the suspension. No Accidents within the previous 36 months. No DUI conviction within the previous 36 months.

  • The applicant must be a United States citizen.

  • Undergo a complete medical examination that meets the standards of CAPOST.
    Visual Acuity 20/20-20/70 Acceptable

    Soft Contact Lenses (SCLs) are recommended to correct to 20/20
    CLASS Ia; No restriction or accommodation is required

    Visual Acuity 20/80-20/100 Acceptable with correction

    Soft Contact Lenses (SCLs) are required
    Class Ib; Restriction / accommodation required: must wear corrective lenses

    Visual Acuity 20/200 or >20/200 Disqualified

    Class Id; not acceptable for performing the duties of a police officer

    Post Corrective Surgery Acceptable with stability

    Candidates <35 years old must show two documented examinations with stability within the last 6 months
    Candidates >35 years old must show at least two documented examinations with stability within the 12-24 months

  • Marijuana

    Not have illegally sold, produced, cultivated or transported for sale marijuana.
    Not have used marijuana for any purpose within the past two (2) years.
    Not have illegally used marijuana other than for experimentation.

    Dangerous Drugs

    Not have illegally sold, produced, cultivated, or transported for sale a dangerous drug or narcotic.
    Not have illegally used a dangerous drug or narcotic, other than marijuana, for any purpose within the past seven years.
    Not have illegally used a dangerous drug or narcotic other than for experimentation.
    Not have a pattern of abuse of prescription medication.
    No unauthorized steroid use within the last three (3) years. No usage of Adderall without a prescription within the past three (3) years.

    The illegal use of a dangerous drug or narcotic is presumed to be not for experimentation if:

    The use of any dangerous drug or narcotic, other than marijuana, in any combination, exceeds 5 times or exceeds one time since the age of 21 years.

Other Yuba City Police Department Policies and Procedures can be found here: YCPD Policies and Procedures