Police Officer Trainee

Salary : $104,986.20 Annually
Location : Beverly Hills Police Department, CA
Job Type: Full-time
Job Number: 26-2020-01
Department: Police Department
Opening Date: 03/05/2026
Closing Date: Continuous

Job Summary
The City of Beverly Hills is offering a $35,000 Signing Bonus

for Police Officer Trainees.

What We're Looking for
The City of Beverly Hills Police Department is seeking highly motivated and qualified candidates for the position of Police Officer Trainee.
Police Officer Trainees are non-sworn civilian employees until they successfully graduate from the Police Academy and are sworn in as Police Officers.
Distinguishing Characteristics

While distinctively uniformed as a non-sworn officer in training; develops minimum qualifications required for a career in law enforcement.

Detailed Job Description
For the full job description please review the class specification at:

Salary and Benefits
This position is represented by the Police Officers' Association and is covered by the negotiated terms and conditions of that Association's Memorandum of Understanding (MOU). This position is set to receive a 6% increase effective 07/01/2026. Additional details may be found in the POA MOU, a copy of which is located at .

Selection Process
All applicants must submit clear, concise and complete information regarding their qualifications for the position, including responses to all supplemental questions. Resumes alone will not be accepted in lieu of the application or supplemental application materials.

The selection process may consist of the following components:

• Application Review
  • Please attach all education, trainings, courses, and/or certificates required as part of the minimum qualifications to your application. This includes either a diploma, official or unofficial transcript and/or Form DD214 to verify either Track 1 or Track 2 as outlined under the Experience and Training minimum requirements. Applicants who fail to provide documentation verifying that they meet the minimum requirements will not continue in the recruitment process.
• Assessment of Supplemental Questionnaire
  • Respond in full to all supplemental questions. Responses such as "see resume" will not be accepted and will result in the disqualification of your application.
  • The supplemental questionnaire may be used as an assessment tool to determine the most qualified applicants for this position.
• Written Exam
  • Candidates who meet the minimum qualifications will be invited to take the NTN Examination. The exam fee is $65. A voucher may be provided to those experiencing financial hardship. Please contact to inquire about financial assistance with the written exam.
  • Candidates who have taken the POST Entry Level Law Enforcement Test Battery (PELLETB) examination at another agency within the last 12 months may attach a copy of their t-score (50 or better) to their employment application to fulfill this requirement.
• Performance Exam
  • Candidates who are successful on the Written Exam will participate in a Physical Agility Test (PAT). The PAT is held at Rio Hondo Community College.
• Oral Interviews
  • Candidates who pass the PAT will be invited to the Oral Interview. Oral interview dates are continuous and candidates will be notified of the interview date after they successfully pass the PAT.

For more information about the process, please visit www.joinbhpd.org.

Eligibility List

The candidates who successfully pass the selection process will earn placement on an Eligibility List. The Eligibility List may be used for current and future vacancies in the job classification, as defined by the duration of the list at the time the list is established. The Eligibility List established for any recruitment may also be used to fill a lower-level position.

Background Check
A thorough background check, including a polygraph, will be conducted on the successful candidate: Upon the completion of final interviews, the selected candidate will receive a multi-page "In-depth Personal History Form" (intensive background form) and Pre-Investigative Questionnaire which are required to be completed and returned at the time of the initial meeting with a background investigator. Failure to supply the information requested results in an automatic disqualification. In addition to the background investigation, applicant is required to undergo a pre-employment polygraph examination. A qualified polygraph examiner employed by the City of Beverly Hills Police Department administers the test. The polygraph examination is designed to show an applicant as being "truthful." All of the questions posed to the applicant during the examination are discussed with the applicant prior to the actual testing. An extensive background investigation will be undertaken which consists of personal contacts and phone contacts with listed references, school teachers, administrators, employers, co-workers, neighbors, unlisted references that can be located, spouse, ex-spouses and friends. Additionally, an applicant's current financial institution will be checked, past credit history will be examined, social media accounts, criminal history checks will be made.
Proof of Education

If educational units, a degree, transcripts, or certificate is required, upload a copy of any license(s), official/unofficial transcript(s), degrees, and/or related employment documents to your Government Jobs account at the time of application and before the closing date unless specified otherwise by Human Resources. Official or unofficial transcripts will be accepted.
If your education was completed outside of the United States, you will need to provide a copy of your Foreign Education Equivalency evaluation from a member of the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services (NACES) or Association of International Credential Evaluators, Inc. (AICE).
Note: Falsifying one's education, training, or work experience or attempted deception on the application may result in disqualification or disciplinary action, up to and including termination.
Disaster Service Workers

All City of Beverly Hills employees are designated Disaster Service Workers through state and local law (California Government Code Section 3100-3109). Employment with the City requires the affirmation of a loyalty oath to this effect. Employees are required to complete all Disaster Service Worker-related training as assigned, and to return to work as ordered in the event of an emergency.
NOTE:

The provisions of this announcement do not constitute an expressed or implied contract and any provisions contained in this announcement may be modified or revoked without notice.
Minimum Qualifications

Experience and Training

Experience:

No experience is required; however, candidates with prior internship or experience in a government/municipal public safety department are highly desirable.

Training specified in one of the tracks listed below:

Track 1: At least 36 semester units (or 54 quarter units) from an accredited college or university at the time of application. Must provide a diploma, official or unofficial transcripts at time of application.

Track 2: A minimum of four years of active duty in the U.S. Armed Services (Army, Navy, Air Force, Marines, and Coast Guard) after an Honorable Discharge. (Must provide Form DD214 at time of application.)

License and Certificate:

Possession of a valid California driver's license and satisfactory driving record.

Other Requirements

Must be a citizen of the United States of America, or a lawful permanent resident, at the time of application.

Minimum 20.5 years of age at time of appointment.

Must be able to meet physical standards.

Must meet psychological and background standards that reflect the following:
Must be found to be free from any physical, emotional, or mental condition, including bias against race or ethnicity, gender, nationality, religion, disability, or sexual orientation that might adversely affect the exercise of the powers of a peace officer.
Must be of good moral character, as determined by a thorough background investigation.
The City offers a generous benefits package including CalPERS retirement benefits, medical, dental, vision and more.

To see detailed information about our Sworn Police (POA) Association benefits, please review the
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The following Supplemental Questionnaire is part of the examination for this position and will be used in determining your qualifications. In order to receive every consideration in the selection process, you must complete all questions with concise but detailed answers and provide all requested information. The hiring department will review each answer to evaluate your qualifications. Responses such as "See Resume" or "See Application" will result in your application not being considered.
By continuing in the recruitment process, you are certifying that all information provided in the Supplemental Questionnaire is true to the best of your knowledge. If you are selected to continue in the recruitment process, your qualifications may be evaluated through employment verification, reference checks, written/skill assessment, and oral examinations.
Select "Yes" to reflect that you have read and understand this statement.

• Yes
• No

02

A thorough background check, including a polygraph, will be conducted on the successful candidate: Upon the completion of final interviews, the selected candidate will receive a multi-page "In-depth Personal History Form" (intensive background form) and Pre-Investigative Questionnaire which are required to be completed and returned at the time of the initial meeting with a background investigator. Failure to supply the information requested results in an automatic disqualification. In addition to the background investigation, applicant is required to undergo a pre-employment polygraph examination. A qualified polygraph examiner employed by the City of Beverly Hills Police Department administers the test. The polygraph examination is designed to show an applicant as being "truthful." All of the questions posed to the applicant during the examination are discussed with the applicant prior to the actual testing. An extensive background investigation will be undertaken which consists of personal contacts and phone contacts with listed references, school teachers, administrators, employers, co-workers, neighbors, unlisted references that can be located, spouse, ex-spouses and friends. Additionally, an applicant's current financial institution will be checked, past credit history will be examined, social media accounts, criminal history checks will be made. Do you understand and comply with the above statement?

• Yes
• No

03

Why would you like to become a Beverly Hills Police Officer?
04

What have you done to prepare yourself for this position?
05

Are you at least 20 1/2 years old?

• Yes
• No

06

Are you a United States Citizen or a lawful permanent resident?

• Yes
• No

07

Do you have at least 36 semester units (or 54 quarter units) from an accredited college or university at the time of application? (Note: You must provide a diploma, official or unofficial transcripts at time of application)

• Yes
• No

08

If you answered "Yes" to the previous question, what College or University did/do you attend? If you do not possess at least 36 semester units (or 54 quarter units) please type "NA".
09

If you answered "Yes" to possessing at least 36 semester units (or 54 quarter units) from an accredited college or university at the time of application, have you attached your supporting documentation (diploma, official or unofficial transcripts) to this application, as required by the minimum qualifications? Select N/A if you did not answer "Yes" to the previous question.

• Yes
• No
• N/A

10

What is your highest level of education completed?

• High School Diploma or GED
• Some College Coursework
• Associate Degree
• Bachelors Degree
• Masters Degree
• Juris Doctor (JD)
• Doctorate (PhD)
• Not Applicable

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