Public Safety Trainee

Salary : $4,939.83 Monthly Location : Baldwin Park, CA Job Type: Part-Time Job Number: 2025-1013-029 Department: Police Opening Date: 10/13/2025 Closing Date: Continuous JOB SUMMARY MONTHLY SALARY $5,716.48 THIS IS A CONTINUOUS RECRUITMENT AND MAY CLOSE AT ANY TIME WITH OR WITHOUT PRIOR NOTICE. The City of Baldwin Park is hiring! If you are interested in a career in law enforcement in a City that strives to make a difference and embraces diversity, creativity, and respect, the Public Safety Trainee position is an excellent opportunity. The Public Safety Trainee classification is an entry level non-sworn, non-peace officer, at-will position. Candidates are required to attend an academy that provides specialized instruction for Public Safety Trainees in a high-stress 26-week California Commission of Peace Officer Standards and Training (POST) basic training academy to obtain a California Peace Officer Certification and will also receive additional department training designed to provide an overview of the criminal justice system, various laws and procedures, law enforcement techniques, first aid, physical fitness, and other related duties. Public Safety Trainees learn the philosophy of community-based policing with a familiarization between law enforcement and community residents that emphasizes solving problems collaboratively. This position is designated as "at-will," serving at the pleasure of the Police Chief and subject to discharge without cause and without right of appeal. ABOUT THE DEPARTMENT The Baldwin Park Police Department is comprised of 70 sworn staff, including, the Police Chief, Police Captain, Lieutenants, Sergeants, and Police Officers, and 36 non-sworn support staff. We offer excellent pay, new hire incentive program, promotional opportunities, and the opportunity to serve a great community that values the services we provide. THE POSITION The Public Safety Trainee participates in a Basic Law Enforcement Training Academy approved by the California Commission on Peace Officer Standards and Training (POST), in a non-sworn capacity, this is a non-benefited, part-time position. Upon successful completion of the P.O.S.T Basic Police Academy, and approval of the Police Chief, a Public Safety Trainee will be sworn in as a full-time Police Officer. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS RESPONSIBILITIES/DUTIES The incumbent will successfully attend and graduate from a P.O.S.T certified basic academy. Responsibilities include learning use and care of firearms and related equipment; meet Police Officer requirements included in the California State Government Code; and perform other related duties as required or assigned. Police Officer Trainees do not have police powers; they may be assigned non-sworn duties within the Police Department. KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES Basic reading, writing, and spelling. Ability to communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing. Ability to think clearly and act quickly in emergency situations. Deal Constructively with conflict and develop effective resolutions. Leard, understand, and interpret laws and regulations. Use and care of firearms. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS EDUCATION, TRAINING, AND EXPERIENCE, GUIDELINES: High School Diploma or GED Equivalent or have attained a two-year, four-year, or advanced degree from an accredited college or university. Must be at least 21 years of age at the time of graduation from the Police Academy or 20.5 years of age at the time of submitting the employment application. Must be a United States Citizen or legally authorized to work in the United States under federal law. Must possess a valid California Class C Driver's License. Please note, proof of education must be submitted with the application. Upon successful completion of all required training, Public Safety Trainees will be eligible for consideration for appointment to a sworn Police Officer position. Public Safety Trainees who do not successfully complete all required training will be automatically terminated from employment without the right of appeal. PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORKING ENVIRONMENT: Work is performed in a classroom environment and in the field for training exercises; requires strenuous physical efforts and ability to meet physical standards of the CA POST Academy. This position involves the ability to sit, stand, walk, run, kneel, crouch, squat, twist, climb, and lift up to 50lbs. May be exposed to cold, heat, noise, confining space, chemicals, explosive materials, mechanical hazards, and electrical hazards. SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATIONSELECTION PROCESS: Completed application packets will be reviewed and only those applicants whose qualifications best meet or exceed the requirements of the position and needs of the City will be invited to participate further in the selection process, which may include, the P.O.S.T. written exam, physical agility exam, and a panel interview. Candidates must be specific and complete in describing their qualifications for the position. Failure to state all pertinent information may lead to elimination from consideration. Applications must be submitted online. If you submit multiple applications, only the most recent application will be considered. Copies of required certifications must be submitted with the application. Stating "see resume" is not an acceptable substitution for a completed application. It is the applicant's responsibility to notify the Human Resources Department of any changes to their contact information. Communication regarding your application and/or status will be sent to the email address listed on your application. Please check your email regularly throughout the recruitment process as you will not receive communications by any other method. THE PROCESSWRITTEN EXAM: (PASS/FAIL) The City of Baldwin Park administers the California POST Entry Level Law Enforcement Test Battery (PELLET-B). An applicant preparation guide can be found using the following link: The City of Baldwin Park will accept scores from other agencies dated within one year (365 days) from the date the application is submitted. The passing T-Score for the City of Baldwin Park is 42. Candidates who have taken the POST Entry Level Law Enforcement Test Battery (PELLET-B) examination at another agency and have received a T-Score of 42 or higher within one year (365 days) from the date application is submitted, may attach a copy of their test score results on agency letterhead for consideration. All scores are subject to verification. POST regulations prohibit examinees from taking this exam more than one time in any 30-day calendar period from any exam site in the State of California. Be advised that if you make multiple attempts to take this exam within a 30-day calendar period, POST will invalidate your exam.PHYSICAL AGILITY TEST (PAT): (PASS/FAIL) This Physical Agility Test consists of the following components: a. 99-yard obstacle course b. 32-foot 165-pound drag c. 6-foot chain link fence climb d. 6-foot solid wall climb e. 500-yard sprint Candidates who have taken the Physical Agility Test (PAT) examination at another agency and have received a passing score within one year from the date application is submitted, may attach a copy of their score results, on agency letterhead for consideration and must include all components listed above. All scores are subject to verification. ORAL BOARD INTERVIEW: (Weighted 100%) Those candidates deemed most qualified will be invited to participate in an oral board interview to evaluate experience, education, and qualifications for the position. BACKGROUND: Candidates are subject to and must successfully pass an extensive and thorough background investigation. THE CITY OF BALDWIN PARK IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER The City of Baldwin Park is committed to promoting equal employment opportunity to all without regard to political affiliation or opinion, age, race, color, national origin, ancestry, religious creed, marital status, disability, medical condition, gender, pregnancy, or pregnancy related condition. Please note: If you require an accommodation during the selection process, please notify the Human Resources Department. The provisions of this bulletin do not constitute an expressed or implied contract for employment. Any provision contained in this bulletin may be modified or revoked without notice. REASONABLE ACCOMODATION The City of Baldwin Park is committed to providing reasonable accommodation to applicants as required by the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and Fair Employment and Housing Act (FEHA). Individuals with qualified disabilities who need reasonable accommodation during the selection process must specify the accommodations needed, in writing, at the time when the employment application is submitted. LEGAL RIGHT TO WORK IN THE UNITED STATES The Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986 requires all new hire employees to submit verification of the legal right to work in the United States within three (3) business days beginning with the first day of work. The City is legally prohibited from employing anyone who cannot provide such verification or documentation. PROVISIONS The provisions of this job announcement do not constitute a contract, expressed or implied, and any provision contained in this job announcement may be modified or revoked without notice. The successful candidate will be required to undergo a post-offer pre-employment medical examination (which will include a drug/alcohol screening) and a psychological evaluation. The City of Baldwin Park utilizes E-Verify and new employees must provide documentation to establish both identity and work authorization. City of Baldwin Park Karina Rueda, Human Resources/Risk Manager Human Resources Department (626) 960-4011, extension 207 "The City of Baldwin Park is an Equal Opportunity Employer" Please contact NEOGOV applicant support at (855) 524-5627 for any technical issues when creating an account or submitting an application. Applicant Support Hours: Monday through Friday, 6am - 5 pm PST. PAID SICK LEAVE Under the California Healthy Workplaces, Healthy Families Act of 2014 and in accordance with City of Baldwin Park Paid Sick Leave Policy the successful candidate will receive 40 hours of paid sick leave in a 12-month period. 01 Completion of the following supplemental questionnaire is REQUIRED. The information you provide will be evaluated to determine your eligibility to participate in the next phase of the recruitment and selection process. Please be detailed and include all information requested. Comments such as "see resume" or "see application" are not valid responses. All submitted information is subject to verification at any time during the recruitment and selection process. Falsification of any information or failure to complete this questionnaire as instructed may result in disqualification. I understand and will abide by the above information and instructions (Please type your full name). 02 Do you possess a High School Diploma or GED Equivalent? If you answered yes, please attach a copy to your application. Yes No 03 Do you possess an associate's degree or higher from an accredited college or university?If you answered "Yes", please attach a copy to your application. Yes No 04 Do you possess a valid California Driver's License or have the ability to obtain by the time of appointment? Yes No 05 Have taken the Pellet B exam and obtained a T-Score Score of 42 or above within one year (365 days) from the date you submitted your application?If you answered "Yes", please attach a copy to your application for review. Must be on agency letterhead and include the date of the exam and the T-Score. Yes No 06 Have you taken the Physical Agility Test (PAT) within one year (365 days) from the date you submitted your application?If you answered "Yes", please attach a copy to your application for review. Yes No Required Question

Created: 2026-03-04