POLICE OFFICER RECRUIT (Currently attending Academy)

POLICE OFFICER RECRUIT (Currently attending Academy)

Salary

$76,074.96 Annually

Location

City of Stockton, CA

Job Type

Full-Time (Probationary)

Job Number

0126-01625

Department

Police

Opening Date

01/01/2026

Closing Date

12/31/2026 11:59 PM Pacific

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DEFINITION

The Stockton Police Department offers excellent opportunities for individuals who are currently attending a full or part-time police academy looking to secure a position with an organization offering growth opportunity and challenge!

View the City of Stockton Police website https://joinstocktonpd.com/

INCENTIVES FOR NEW EMPLOYEES:

• Sign on Bonus - $15,000
• Relocation Assistance Reimbursement
• 40 hours of vacation available for immediate use

OTHER INCENTIVES:

• City pays the entire employee share of their health plan contribution

QUALIFIED CANDIDATES WILL:

• Currently attend a California P.O.S.T Basic Peace Officer Academy;
• Provide a letter from their academy; and
• Provide a copy of their POST Entry Level Law Enforcement Test with a T-Score of 45.0 or higher.

Academy attendees who meet these qualifications may apply now. Any questions regarding whether you meet these qualifications may be directed to the Stockton Police Department at SPDRecruiting@stocktonca.gov

Specific information regarding how to submit required information and documentation is available in the supplemental questionnaire portion of the application.

GENERAL POSITION INFORMATION:

BARGAINING UNIT: Stockton Police Officers Association (SPOA)

CIVIL SERVICE STATUS: Classified

Veterans Preference Points will not be awarded for this position.

This non-sworn training position learns general police work, and under close supervision, participates in a comprehensive training program. Performs other related work as required.

CLASS CHARACTERISTICS

This position is an entry-level, non-sworn position in the Police Department. Incumbents are currently attending a P.O.S.T. Basic Academy on a full-time or part-time basis and must satisfactorily pass all of the requirements that lead to the possession of the P.O.S.T. Basic Certificate in addition to passing all phases of the background process before becoming candidates for the sworn position of Police Officer. This is a full-time (40 hour/week) position. Those enrolled in the Police Academy on a part-time basis (less than 40 hours/week), will make up the remaining time through work experience at the Stockton Police Department.

Appointment in this position is limited to the duration of the Police Academy. Academic progress and physical achievement are closely monitored during this training period. Upon successful completion and graduation from the Police Academy, recruits shall be appointed to the position of probationary Police Officer. Emphasis is placed on community-based policing, familiarization between law enforcement and community residents, and collaborative problem solving. An assignment to this classification is temporary. Failure to graduate from the academy within the prescribed training period will result in termination from City of Stockton employment.

PRINCIPAL DUTIES (Illustrative Only)

• Performs law enforcement and crime prevention work.
• Attends Academy and other related training.
• Performs a variety of technical and administrative tasks in support of the department.
• Provides information, directions, and assistance to the public in a variety of situations; takes reports and assists the public with complaints or unusual situations.
• Controls traffic flow and enforces state laws and local municipal code violations and traffic regulations.
• Performs investigative work.
• Participates in and provides support and assistance to special crime prevention and enforcement programs.
• Observes, monitors, and controls routine and unusual traffic situations; provides direction and traffic control in accident or incident situations, special events, or other congested situations.

QUALIFICATIONS

Education:

Graduation from a United States high school or possession of a G.E.D. certificate received from a recognized accrediting association. Completion of some college course work is preferred.

Other Requirements:

• Must be attending a California P.O.S.T. certified peace officer academy.
• Must possess or be able to obtain and maintain a valid California class C drivers license and have a satisfactory driving record.
• Must be legally authorized to work in the United States under federal law.
• Must be at twenty (20) years of age at the time of application, and twenty-one (21) years of age by time of appointment as a Police Officer.
• Must successfully complete a background investigation, which shall include a polygraph and psychological examination, and a California Department of Justice fingerprint clearance.
• Must be found to be free from any physical, emotional, or mental condition, including bias against race or ethnicity, gender, nationality, religion, disability, or sexual orientation, that might adversely affect the exercise of the powers of a peace officer.
• Must be able to pass a physical examination, which includes a drug screen, administered by the City Physician. Vision requirements are 20/100 uncorrected; 20/30 corrected. Color blindness will be cause for rejection. Hearing must be within normal range -- 5/5.
• Must maintain P.O.S.T. physical standards, including mobility and physical strength and stamina to respond to emergency situations and apprehend suspects, lift, drag, or manipulate individuals or objects weighing a minimum of 165 pounds.
• Must be willing to work evening, night, weekend and holiday shifts, and work with exposure to difficult circumstances, including exposure to hazardous materials and all weather conditions.
• The City of Stockton requires employees in a public safety classification to reasonably respond to emergencies at all times. Employees will be required to maintain primary residence within 45 minutes of City Hall in order to timely respond to emergencies and meet the health, safety and welfare needs of the City. New employees have up to three (3) months from date of hire to comply with the requirement. Any interested candidates must be willing to adhere to this requirement throughout the duration of employment.

Knowledge of:

• English usage, spelling, grammar, and punctuation; and
• Techniques in dealing with people of all socio-economic levels under hostile and emergency situations.

Skill in:

• Writing clearly, accurately, concisely, legibly, and with correct grammatical construction and spelling;
• Observing, assimilating, remembering, and recalling pertinent facts and details; and
• Ability to learn to read maps and mapped information.

Ability to:

• Acquire, through training, knowledge of modern approved principles, practices and procedures of police work, state laws, city ordinances, first aid, the geography of the city and location of important buildings;
• Read and interpret complex technical documents in English;
• Understand and carry out oral and written instructions;
• Plan and effectively present material orally to diverse groups, and communicate effectively and prepare clear, concise and comprehensive written reports;
• Apply selected knowledge (i.e. laws, statutes, court decisions, department policies, criminal investigation theories, etc.) in collecting, organizing and analyzing a variety of information in order to decide on an appropriate and reasonable course of action;
• Analyze problems and have the potential to rationally and calmly take effective action in emergency and stressful situations;
• Observe accurately and remember names, faces, numbers, incidents and places, and judge situations and people accurately;
• Achieve proficiency in self-defense techniques and the use and care of firearms;
• Show initiative, alertness, integrity and reliability;
• Learn standard operating procedures of a police radio and keyboard terminals;
• Work in a standard office setting and operate a motor vehicle;
• Read printed materials and a computer screen, discern colors and work in a night setting;
• Establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with co-workers and other city employees, and deal courteously but firmly with the general public; and
• Undergo strenuous physical conditions.

Physical/Mental Abilities:

• Mobility - Frequent sitting; occasional walking, bending, squatting, climbing (stairs, ladders etc.) kneeling, crawling and constant twisting neck/waist;

• Lifting and Carrying - Occasional lifting and carrying up to 100 pounds and more;

• Vision - Constant use of overall visual capabilities; vision requirements are 20/100 uncorrected; 20/30 corrected. Color blindness will be cause for rejection. Hand/eye coordination, reading and/or close up work;

• Dexterity - Frequent grasping, pushing and pulling; occasional fingering, repetitive use of hand motion, fine manipulation and reaching (right and left hand);

• Hearing/Talking - Constant hearing and talking of normal speech in person and on the telephone; hearing must be within normal range -- 5/5;

• Special Requirements - Frequently work-days, evenings, nights, weekends and holidays; and driving;

• Emotional/Psychological - Constant concentration, decision making, public contact, exercise sound judgment especially under stressful situations; and working alone;

• Environmental Conditions - Occasional exposure to noise; outdoor conditions, moderate risk of exposure to hazardous materials, indoor cold/heat, extremes temperature, working at heights, bio-hazards, uneven ground and working around equipment and machinery;

• Working Conditions - Primarily performed in an office environment, out of doors, but may be loud at times and at some locations; and

• Mental - Constant ability to comprehend oral and written instructions, organize thoughts and ideas, apply common sense, and make decisions which have significant impact on performing job and communicate via verbally, routine forms, detailed reports or informal presentations.

This class specification should not be interpreted as all inclusive. It is intended to identify the essential functions and requirement of this job. Incumbents may be requested to perform job-related responsibilities and tasks other than those stated in this specification. Any essential function or requirement of this class will be evaluated as necessary should an incumbent/applicant be unable to perform the function or requirement due to a disability as defined by the American with Disabilities Act (ADA). Reasonable accommodation for the specific disability will be made for the incumbent/applicant when possible.

The Examination: Unassembled Examination (Pass/Fail) based on Peace Officer Standards and Training (P.O.S.T.) PELLETB T-score 45.0 minimum.

ALL APPLICATIONS AND SUPPLEMENTAL QUESTIONS MUST BE COMPLETED FULLY AND SUBMITTED ON AN OFFICIAL CITY OF STOCKTON APPLICATION FORM. (DO NOT STATE "REFER TO RESUME" ON YOUR APPLICATION OR SUPPLEMENTAL QUESTIONNAIRE.) INCOMPLETE APPLICATIONS AND SUPPLEMENTALS WILL BE REJECTED AND CANNOT BE REVISED AFTER SUBMITTAL ON OR BEFORE THE FINAL FILING DATE. POSTMARKS, FACSIMILES, AND PHOTOCOPIES OF THE CITYS EMPLOYMENT APPLICATION WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED. RESUMES ARE WELCOMED BUT SHOULD BE SUBMITTED AS ADDITIONAL INFORMATION ONLY.

The information in this announcement concerning the terms and conditions of employment does not constitute either an express or implied contract, and these provisions are subject to change.

NOTE:

• NeoGov.com: If you selected the option to be notified by e-mail you will receive correspondence via the e-mail address you placed on your application. Some e-mail accounts have been known to place these e-mails in the spam/junk file. Please check your e-mail folders or accept e-mails ending with neogov.com.
• Notification and correspondence will be sent via email only. No paper notices will be mailed to applicants. It is the applicants responsibility to ensure a correct email address is provided and that correspondence is being received.
• After on-line submittal, immediate notification will appear on your screen indicating your application has been received. You should print this notice as proof of filing.

In accordance with California Government Code section 3100, et., seq., all City of Stockton employees are considered disaster service workers who may be required to report for duty, or remain on duty to address disaster service activities in the event of an emergency or disaster and are required to undertake an applicable loyalty oath.

BARGAINING UNIT:

STOCKTON POLICE OFFICERS ASSOCIATION (SPOA)

The City of Stockton offers a comprehensive benefits package for employees and their eligible dependents in the Stockton Police Officers' Association (SPOA). A summary of the key offerings are listed below. More information can be found on the City of Stockton Benefits Page and the SPOA Memorandum of Understanding.

Health Benefits - Choice of Kaiser and Sutter health insurance plans. The City will cover the entire employee's share of the monthly health plan contribution.

Dental and Vision Plans - City of Stockton offers the choice of Delta Dental PPO or DHMO plans. The City offers VSP as a Vision plan. The City will cover the entire employee's share of the monthly dental and vision plan contributions.

Life Insurance and Long Term Disability - Employees are provided life insurance through Lincoln National Life Insurance Company with life insurance benefits of $50,000 for each employee. For some employee bargaining units, Accidental Death & Dismemberment (AD&D) benefit is provided.

Retirement Program - CalPERS (formula is dependent on hire date and member status in CalPERS). The City also offers a voluntary Deferred Compensation 457 Plan through Empower. The City will provide a dollar-for-dollar matching contribution to the deferred compensation 401(a) plan for participating employees up to a maximum of $600.00 per fiscal year. Public Safety does not participate in Social Security.

Longevity Pay - The following longevity plan applies:

I. Officers who have been employed with the City of Stockton for 5 years will receive 2% longevity pay.

II. Officers with 10 years will receive an additional 2%,

III. Officers with 15 years will receive an additional 2%,

IV. Officers with 20 years will receive an additional 2%,

V. Service years will be based on the employee's initial P.O.S.T. certification date if that year is earlier than their most recent hire date with the City.

Vacation - All regular status employees, excluding provisional, temporary, and part-time employees, shall accrue vacation leave with pay semi-monthly at the rate of 80 hours per year the first year and a half and progresses up to 189 hours per year up to 25 years. For 25 + years of service, seven (7) additional hours are added for each additional completed year of service. Maximum accruals do apply.

Sick Leave - All regular status employees, except provisional, temporary, and part-time employees, shall accrue sick leave at the rate of eight (8) hours for each full month of service. All regular status employees, except provisional, temporary, and part-time employees, working less than a full month shall accrue sick leave on a prorated basis. Unused sick leave shall accumulate from year to year.

Holidays - There are 14 paid holidays per year.

Uniform Allowance - Employees receive a uniform allowance of $950 per year.

Additional Benefits - Employee Assistance Program, Section 125 Plans, Voluntary Products (Life Insurance, AD&D, Hospital, Accident, Short-term disability insurances), Direct Deposit, Education Assistance

NOTE: Employee Benefits are subject to change through the collective bargaining process and are not guaranteed. For a detailed explanation of benefits currently in effect, click here to view a link to the "Stockton Police Officers Association (SPOA)" contract.

01

The Supplemental Questionnaire is part of the examination process; accordingly, it should be completed carefully. It must be submitted with your official employment application. Do not indicate "see resume" as an answer to any of these questions.

• I certify that the information provided is accurate and complete to the best of my knowledge. I understand that any falsification may cancel any terms, conditions, or privileges of employment.

02

Do you possess a United States high school diploma or G.E.D. certificate received from a recognized accrediting association?

• Yes
• No

03

Do you possess or are able to obtain, prior to employment with the City of Stockton, a valid California Class "C" Drivers License?

• Yes
• No

04

If you answered "Yes" to question #3, please list your California drivers license number and expiration date. If you answered "No", but have a license from another state, list the state of issuance, drivers license number, and expiration date or write N/A.

05

Will you be 21 years of age or older at the time of appointment (hire)?

• Yes
• No

06

I understand that I am not eligible to apply if I have been disqualified from the City of Stockton background investigation process for Police Officer within the previous 12 months AND I understand that if I do not submit the requested information/documentation indicated in the following questions that my application will be disqualified without prior notice.

• Yes
• No

07

Are you currently enrolled and attending a California Peace Officer Standards and Training (POST) approved academy?

• Yes
• No

08

If "Yes" to question #7, please answer questions #9-12. If "No" to question #7, you are applying for the wrong position. Please visit our website www.joinspdnow.com for the appropriate Police Officer position for which you should apply.

What is the name and location of the academy in which you are currently attending?

09

Are you attending this academy on a Full-Time or Part-Time basis?

• Full Time (40 or more hours/week)
• Part Time (less than 40 hours/week)

10

How many hours per week do you attend this academy?

11

What is your anticipated graduation date?

12

IMPORTANT! The City of Stockton must receive within seven (7) days of submitting this application:

1) letter from the California P.O.S.T. Basic Peace Officer Academy in which I am attending; and

2) POST Entry Level Law Enforcement Test T-Score of 45.0 or higher.

All required documentation may be sent via one of the following:

• Attach to on-line application; or
• Email - Eric.Torr@stocktonca.gov.
• I understand failure to provide the required documents will result in rejection or disqualification in this process.

13

I understand that, if selected, employment in this position is conditional upon successful participation and completion of the Basic Peace Officer Academy listed above and that voluntary or involuntary premature termination of academy enrollment will result in dismissal from the Police Officer Recruit position.

• Yes
• No

14

In an effort to more closely determine effectiveness of advertising for the Police Officer Recruit position, please indicate below the primary source from which you heard about this position.

• Recruiter/Recruiting Table (Please specify in Question #15 below)
• JoinStocktonPD.com
• SPD Now Hiring Poster/Bumper Sticker
• Stocktonca.gov
• Facebook
• Govermentjobs.com
• Instagram
• Indeed
• POST Website (post.ca.gov)
• Referral by City of Stockton Employee (Please specify in Question #15 below)
• Other (Please specify in Question #15 below)

15

If you selected an option in Question 14 asking to further specify ... Please use the space here to explain in further detail. If no further information is needed, please put "N/A" in the box below.

Required Question

Employer City of Stockton

Address 501 W Weber Ave.

Building 1

Stockton, California, 95203

Phone (209) 937-8233

(209) 937-8234

Website http://www.stocktonca.gov/