Police Officer 2214

As a sworn member of the Los Angeles Police Department, a Police Officer maintains order, enforces laws and ordinances, and protects life and property; works with neighborhood associations and community members as a planner, community organizer, problem solver and information link; issues citations, makes arrests, prepares reports, and provides information to the public and departmental units; and does related work.

Responsibilities

Maintains order, enforces laws and ordinances, and protects life and property; works with neighborhood associations and community members as a planner, community organizer, problem solver and information link; issues citations, makes arrests, prepares reports, and provides information to the public and departmental units; does related work.

Requirements

At least 20 years of age at the time of application and 21 years of age by police academy graduation; Graduation from a U.S. high school, G.E.D. or equivalent from a U.S. institution, or a California High School Proficiency Examination (CHSPE) certificate required (a two or four year college degree from an accredited U.S. or foreign institution may be substituted); Be legally authorized to work in the United States under federal law; Valid Class C driver's license issued by the California Department of Motor Vehicles required at time of appointment and no disqualifying DMV record (three or more moving violations and/or at-fault accidents or major moving violation within last 36 months); Must currently meet or be able to meet all standards set forth by the California Commission on Peace Officer Standards and Training (CA POST); Ongoing compliance with City drug and alcohol policies and drug/alcohol screening required; Must not be decertified by CA POST, ineligible under California Government Code section 1029, or fail to requalify for POST certification or obtain a valid waiver; Must comply with Department grooming and appearance policies including tattoos/brandings; Must complete the entry-level Peace Officer Supplemental Questionnaire at the time of filing; Qualifying education documents must be attached at time of filing; foreign education credentials must be evaluated by a NACES or AICE member

Benefits

Annual paid vacations; holidays; medical and dental plans; sick leave; retirement system; full pay during academy training; life insurance