To learn more about becoming an Academy Graduate Police Officer with the City of Rocklin visit JoinRocklinPD.org
*Effective July 2024 this position will receive a 2% base salary increase
Applications will be reviewed at the following cut-offs:
May 24, 2024
June 21, 2024
THE POSITION
The City of Rocklin is hiring Academy Graduate Police Officers to join the Rocklin Police Department. Academy Graduate Police Officers will join the department and begin an 18-month program to earn their Basic POST certificate. An example of duties that an Academy Graduate Police Officers will perform under close supervision are:
- Assumes responsibility for the preservation of the public peace and the protection of life and property by preventing crime and enforcing all laws.
- Patrols an assigned area in an automobile, other vehicle, or on foot for the purpose of preventing criminal activity and enforcing traffic laws and regulations; issues citations and makes arrests as necessary; responds to calls for protection of life and property and performs enforcement duties.
- Conducts interviews with victims, complainants, witnesses, and suspects; searches crime scenes for evidence; collects, packages, and preserves evidence; testifies in court.
- Detects, pursues, apprehends, and arrests or detains persons involved in crimes or misconduct; confronts and arrests violent combative subjects; books and transports prisoners; serves warrants and subpoenas.
- Conducts preliminary or follow-up investigations; prepares reports on arrests made, activities performed, and unusual incidents observed.
- Directs traffic and/or performs crowd control during special events and in emergency situations.
- Responds to and resolves difficult and sensitive citizen inquiries and complaints. • Actively develops and fosters community partnerships and demonstrates integrity and professionalism within the organization and community.
- Represents the City and the department in a courteous, professional manner.
- Performs related duties as assigned.
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS
Equivalent to graduation from high school, supplemented by 30 college-level semester units from a regionally accredited educational institution.
Licenses and Certifications
- Possession of, or ability to obtain and maintain, a valid California Class C Driver License and a satisfactory driving record is required. Individuals who do not meet this requirement due to a disability will be reviewed on a case-by-case basis.
- Certificate of completion from a POST approved California law enforcement academy.
Working Conditions
Must be 21 years of age at time of appointment. Must be legally authorized to work in the United States under federal law. Candidates must pass a thorough background investigation.
Must be willing to work emergencies as well as evenings, weekends, and holidays.
Must meet physical, psychological, and background standards established by POST as well as ongoing peace officer requirements pursuant to federal, state, and local legislation. This classification requires wearing respiratory protective equipment at times. When assigned to such work, facial hair must be shaven when it interferes with the safe fitting of respiratory protective equipment. This classification functions as a peace officer within the authority and limits of California Penal Code Sections 830.1(a) and 832.
APPLICATION PROCESS
Applicants will be screened against the minimum requirements. Candidates who meet the minimum requirements will be invited to attend a Physical Agility Test (PAT).
Those who receive a passing score on the PAT will be invited to a Structured Oral Examination.
Depending on the number of applications received, additional screening may be conducted.
