Job Abstract

Upon successful completion of the police academy and upon recommendation of the Police Chief, the Police Officer Recruit may be promoted to Police Officer / Probationary (salary range of $7,600 - $9,238 per month). Upon promotion to Police Officer, employee will receive the same benefits as those provided to sworn employees.

If you are looking to start a career in law enforcement and committed to building relationships with the community, apply today to join the City of West Covina team as a POLICE OFFICER RECRUIT


At the City of West Covina, you will be surrounded by officers of strong character, supportive City leadership, and a community that believes and supports their officers. We have created a place where character counts; performance and excellence are celebrated; input and ideas are welcomed; innovation is ignited; and where you are family! We accept responsibility and are accountable for our actions. We listen and learn. We are committed to helping you develop and grow.

• Ability to interpret, apply and make decisions based on federal, state and local laws, policies and regulations.
• Motivation to foster change in the community through commitment to professional enforcement practices.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills.
• Ability to recognize and apply alternative solutions to problems, and make legal, logical and critical decisions in emergencies while working in a stressful environment.
• A public servant’s heart with an understanding of community-oriented policing and its application.
• Clear thought and ability to perform in critical decision-making in emergency situations, while remaining calm.
• Treatment of all people encountered, equally and with respect, while seeking to understand another’s view.
• Ability to thrive in a team environment that encourages cooperation, communication, and mutual sharing of risk, responsibility, and reward.
• Ideas, innovation and inspiration to find “a better way” by viewing issues or problems as opportunities versus obstacles.

Please note that this recruitment is subject to close at any time. An eligibility list will be established and used for current and future vacancies.

Police Officers perform general law enforcement duties and may have the opportunity to specialize in the selected fields of juvenile law; narcotic and dangerous drug enforcement, community relations, traffic enforcement and investigation, criminal investigation, and other equally challenging tasks.

Minimum Requirements:
Requires high school graduation or equivalent; college coursework highly desirable. Police Officer Recruit candidates must be 20 1/2 years of age at time of appointment, with the provision that the candidates will turn 21 years of age within 60 days of their academy graduation date. Valid California Class "C" Driver's License required. Must pass P.O.S.T Physical Agility and background Pre-Screen Interview prior to Oral Board Interview.

Examination:
Those candidates deemed most qualified will be invited to participate in an oral board interview, which may cover communication practices and techniques; ability to understand laws, regulations, police literature and general law enforcement work; and to analyze situations and adopt quick, effective and reasonable reactions.

Candidates must also pass a background investigation, a polygraph exam, a psychological evaluation, and a comprehensive medical exam, which includes a drug screen.

Working Conditions:
Must be able to physically restrain and control combative individuals; run, climb, stoop, bend, and reach; work in varied weather conditions; and work various shifts.

Physical Standards:
Vision standard is 20/70 uncorrected, 20/30 corrected.

NOTE: The information contained in this bulletin does not constitute an expressed or an implied contract. The provisions in this bulletin are subject to change without notice.

The City of West Covina is an Equal Opportunity Employer. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, the City will provide reasonable accommodation to qualified individuals with disabilities and encourages both prospective and current employees to discuss potential accommodations with the employer.