POLICE TRAINEE

City of Montebello, CA

$100K — $125K *
Education, Government & Non-Profit
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • High school diploma or G.E.D. preferred but not mandatory.
  • Valid California Driver's License required.
  • Must be at least 21 years old by appointment date.
  • Ability to learn and apply law enforcement procedures.
  • Strong communication skills, both verbal and written.

Responsibilities

  • Assist in various law enforcement duties under supervision.
  • Participate in training programs to prepare for certification as a police officer.
  • Support police officers during investigations and traffic direction.
  • Learn to operate communications equipment effectively.
  • Develop skills in evidence collection and report writing.

Benefits

  • CalPERS retirement plan options based on member status.
  • Comprehensive medical plans with City contribution up to $1,650/month.
  • $350/month incentive for opting out of medical coverage.
  • Generous leave policies including 12 paid holidays and vacation leave.
  • Tuition reimbursement up to $1,500 per year, budget permitting.
Full Job Description
Salary : $100,608.00 - $125,646.00 Annually
Location : 1600 W. Beverly Blvd., Montebello, CA
Job Type: Full Time
Job Number:
Department: Police Department
Division: Patrol
Opening Date: 09/10/2026
Max Number of Applicants: 50

Under close supervision to learn to perform responsible law enforcement and crime prevention work, and to perform related work as required.

This is beginning-level law enforcement work for the purpose of training to become a sworn police officer.

Participates in assigned in-service training and formal academic programs of instruction designed to qualify the incumbent for certification as a police officer; assists in the performance of a wide variety of assigned law enforcement duties in a learning capacity; may accompany police officers and assist in investigating incidents and crimes, completing written police reports, directing traffic, and maintaining records; learns to operate two-way radios, switchboards, and other communications equipment to receive and transmit messages, and dispatch police and emergency personnel; learns to gather and preserve evidence, take fingerprints, and complete related reports; develops skill and proficiency in use and care of firearms; and learns Federal, State, and local law enforcement laws, rules, and regulations.

Education: Graduation from high school or G.E.D. is desirable.

  • CalPERS 2.7% @ 55 or 2% @ 62, depending on member status
  • Classic members pay 8% toward their employee contribution to CalPERS
  • New CalPERS members pay 7.5% toward their CalPERS retirement
  • 11 medical plans available, including dental & vision coverage, maximum paid by City is $1,650.00/mo. (3+-party coverage)
  • Or in lieu of coverage, $350 per month medical incentive plan
  • 12 paid Holidays
  • up to 80 Vacation leave hours
  • up to 96 Sick leave hours
  • $30,000 term life insurance, $30,000 AD&D
  • 30 hours bereavement leave per eligible incident
  • Up to $1,500 per year tuition reimbursement (ANNUAL BUDGET PERMITTING)
  • Deferred compensation plan available
  • Bilingual pay available upon testing up to $225/month
  • Education Incentive Pay
  • Certificate Pay
  • Long Term Disability Program
  • Longevity Incentive Pay

01

Each applicant must complete this supplemental questionnaire as part of the application screening and selection process. The information you provide will be reviewed and used to determine your eligibility to move forward in the selection process. Incomplete responses, false statements, omissions, or partial information may result in disqualification from the selection process. Do you agree to answer each supplemental question truthfully and that your responses can be verified from information included from within the application.
  • Yes
  • No

02

Are you at least 21 years of age or will be at time of appointment?
  • Yes
  • No

03

Do you possess a high school diploma or equivalent?
  • Yes
  • No

04

Do you possess a valid California Driver's License?
05

Why do you feel you would be the ideal candidate for this position?
Required Question

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