Require POLICE OFFICER RECRUIT/TRAINEE in Torrance, CA
Job title: POLICE OFFICER RECRUIT/TRAINEE
Company: City of Torrance
Job description: DESCRIPTION
WE STRONGLY ENCOURAGE APPLICANTS TO READ THE JOB ANNOUNCEMENT IN ITS ENTIRETY BEFORE SUBMITTING AN APPLICATION FOR THIS POSITION.
The City of Torrance recognizes the principles of diversity and inclusion, and strives to ensure equal opportunities for its workforce, applicants and community members. If you are a person who wants to make a difference, give back to your community, and be a voice for change, apply to the City of Torrance today.
today to join a team of Officers that have become nationally recognized experts and teachers in various specialized law enforcement fields
TORRANCE POLICE DEPARTMENT
A PREMIER LAW ENFORCEMENT AGENCY IN A PREMIER CITY
Where Officers care about their community and the community supports its Officers.
The Torrance Police Department mission is to preserve public safety and quality of life within the City of Torrance, to respond effectively to the changing needs of the community, and to promote mutual respect between the Police Department and the people we serve.
The has been proudly serving the community of Torrance for over 100 years. Known for its low crime rates, the City of Torrance consistently ranks among the safest cities in the nation Joining the Torrance Police Department will give you the opportunity to be part of a progressive, professional law enforcement agency that spans an area of 22 square miles and serves more than 147,000 residents.
The members of the Torrance Police Department are wholeheartedly committed to the goal of keeping our neighborhoods free from crime. From the Officers on patrol to the Officers in our schools teaching children; from the Chief to the newest rookie Officer - all maintain a strong spirit of commitment and service to the Torrance community. In return, the Department enjoys a very high level of community support. The Torrance Police Department strives to remain at the forefront of policing by providing our officers with the latest in public safety equipment and technology, and by providing our officers with the best law enforcement training available.
The Torrance Police Department features many specialized details that play a critical role in the overall effectiveness of the Department, including:
Patrol K-9 Motor Detail SWAT
Detectives Vice & Narcotics Field Training Officer Drone Detail
Background Investigator School Resource Officer Gang Investigations
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Salary
During the Police Academy, Torrance Police Officer Recruits / Trainees are paid $7,280 per month plus the City contributes up to $1470.96 per month for family health care coverage and a one-time uniform allowance of $850.
Upon graduation of the Police Academy, Torrance Police Officers begin making $7644 per month.
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QUALIFICATION GUIDELINES
Employment Standards
- Education: High school graduation (A California high school equivalency certificate or GED is acceptable.)
- License: A valid California Driver's License.
- Vision: 20/50 corrected to 20/20, each eye. Normal color perception.
- Age: At least 21 years of age at time of application.
- Citizenship: Must be United States citizen or resident alien who has applied for citizenship one year prior to filing for position.
- Physical Requirements: Applicant must be in good physical condition and free from disability or defects. Height and weight must be in proper proportion subject to determination by the City medical examiner.
- The City of Torrance uses the California Peace Officers Standards and Training (POST) Entry Level Law Enforcement Test Battery PELLET-B and will accept scores from other agencies within one year of the written test date. The passing T-score for the City of Torrance is 44.2. 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 44.2 or higher within the last 12 months must attach a copy of their T-score to their employment application.
- POST allows candidates to test only once in a 30 day period. Applicants may not take the POST written test if taken with another agency within the last 30 days of the City of Torrance scheduled written test.