Salary : $89,044.80 - $93,454.40 AnnuallyLocation : Hayward, CAJob Type: Full-TimeJob Number: P100-2024-10Department: Hayward Police DepartmentOpening Date: 10/10/2024Closing Date: 11/20/2024 11:59 PM PacificDescription NO prior law enforcement experience or POST certified police academy training is needed. If you ARE a POST certified academy graduate or current participating in a POST certified Academy, please apply to .Police Officer Trainees may receive a hiring bonus of up to $10,000 disbursed in four equal phases: $2,500 upon acceptance of a final offer of employment; $2,500 upon successful completion of the Police Officer Field Training Program; $2,500 upon successful completion of your probationary period; and $2,500 two years after the completion of your probationary period. Please review the Selection Procedures below before applying for this job opportunity.Must apply no later than Wednesday, November 20, 2024 at 11:59p.m. to be considered for the next examNEXT EXAM DATE TENTATIVLEY SCHEDULED FOR: SATURDAY, December 7, 2024Place: Alameda County Sheriff's Department6289 Madigan RoadDublin, CA 94568Candidates MAY NOT retake the PELLETB within 30 days of previously taking the examination. All waivers must be received by HR by the close of the application period (November 20, 2024, at 11:59pm) in order to be invited to this round of testing or you will need to reapply to the next round. THE POSITION: This is a trainee-level classification transitions into the Police Officer position. A Police Officer Trainee is a civilian position before and during enrollment in a Commission on Peace Officer Standards and Training (POST) certified police academy which lasts approximately six months. Upon successful completion of the POST academy and the availability of a Police Officer position, Police Officer Trainees are sworn in and appointed to the classification of Police Officer. The Police Officer Trainee position is represented by SEIU Local 1021 and has corresponding benefits provided to a civilian employee.Upon appointment to Police Officer, duties may include various law enforcement assignments such as patrol, traffic control, criminal and juvenile investigation, and radio communication. These require operating a patrol car or motorcycle, arresting and citing violators of laws, writing reports, serving warrants, testifying in court, and providing information to the public. Please see the City of Hayward's website for a complete job description.You (are):Intent on providing excellent service to the Hayward CommunityDesire to Improve Hayward's Quality of LifeValue Integrity and AccountabilitySeek continuous ImprovementProfessional and respect all who live and work in our communityFor more information regarding Hayward Police Recruiting, please visit: Essential Duties What you will do: Duties may include but are not limited to the following:Attend a basic POST certified police academy designed to provide an overview of the criminal justice system including knowledge of laws, police procedures, law enforcement techniques, first aid and physical fitness.Receive training to develop an awareness of Police Department functions, as well as the responsibilities of Police Officers and how those responsibilities relate to field operations.Receive academy and field training to become a Police Officer.CORE COMPETENCIESAbility to:
- Successfully complete academy requirements.
- Observe accurately and remember names, faces, numbers, incidents and locations.
- Think and act quickly in emergencies, and to assess situations and people accurately.
- Understand and interpret laws and regulations.
- Prepare clear, concise, and comprehensive written reports.
- Become proficient in self-defense techniques.
- Become proficient in the care and use of firearms.
- Follow oral and written instructions.
- Deal courteously and effectively with the public.
Minimum Qualifications You have: Any combination equivalent to experience and education that could likely provide the required knowledge and abilities would be qualifying. A typical way to obtain the knowledge and abilities would be:Experience: None.Education: High school diploma or equivalent.License: Possession and maintenance of a valid Class C California Driver's License.Special Qualifications:
- Free of any felony convictions.
- Legally authorized to work in the United States as outlined by federal law.
- Age, not less than 21 years at time of appointment.
- Vision in each eye, correctable to at least 20/30.
- Must pass a background investigation and polygraph exam.
- Must meet all Department medical, physical, and psychological standards.
- Bi-lingual applicants are encouraged to apply.
Supplemental Information BENEFITS AND REWARDS:Depending on employee group, some of these benefits may include:
- 3-day work week
- Vacation - 80 hours minimum
- 15.5 Paid Holidays
- Generous employer contribution for Health, Dental and Vision coverage
- CalPERS Defined Benefit Retirement Plan (2.5% at 55 for Classic CalPERS members | 2.0% at 62 for New CalPERS members | 3.0% at 50 for Classic Safety members | 2.7% at 57 for New Safety Members) - No Social Security participation.
- Life and Disability Insurance and Paid Leave
- Flexible Spending Accounts
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Health and Wellness Reimbursement
- Professional Development Reimbursement
- 457 Deferred Compensation Plan (employee paid)
SELECTION PROCEDURECandidates must successfully pass each step to advance to the next step in the recruitment process. 1. Apply - submit a completed City of Hayward job application and responses to the Supplemental Questionnaire.2. Application Review - A. Minimum QualificationsB. Completion of the supplemental questionnaire Applications submitted without all required materials will not be considered.3. Pre-Background Questionnaire Survey Monkey - Complete the survey truthfully and thoroughly.4. Job Related Testing (examination) - One Day Testing NEXT EXAM DATE TENTATIVELY SCHEDULED FOR: SATURDAY, December 7, 2024 *You must apply and be invited to attend* Place: Alameda County Sheriff's Department 6289 Madigan Road Dublin, CA 94568 TENTATIVE SCHEDULE Late applicants will not be admitted. 8:30 AM Check-In Begins. Photo ID required. Wear athletic clothing and shoes. 8:45 AM Check-in closes. Please note that late applicants will NOT be admitted 9:00 AM-11:00 AM WSTB Physical Agility Exam and 1.5 mile run 11:30 AM PELLETB Check-In. Photo ID required. 11:45 AM- 2:45 PM PELLETB Written Exam A. Written Examination (PELLETB or NTN) Options 1. Participate in the POST PELLETB on the exam date indicated above2. Submit a valid PELLETB T-Score of 46 or higher in lieu of taking the exam. Score must be dated within the last 12 months prior to the date of application.3. Submit passing NTN Frontline Law Enforcement Written Examination dated within the last 12 months prior to the date of application. Video- 65% or higher; Reading- 70% or higher; and Writing-70% or higher B. POST Work Sample Test Battery (WSTB) Options1. Participate in the WSTB on the exam date indicated above2. Submit a valid WSTB Score of 320 or higher in lieu of taking the exam. Score must be dated within the last 12 months prior to the date of application.5. Eligible List - The examination process will result in a ranked eligible register of candidates for hiring consideration by the department. Actual hire depends on success in the departmental selection process.6. Background - Will include employment history, personal references, criminal history, credit history, a polygraph examination, medical examination, drug urinalysis test, and a written and oral psychological examination. During the background process, you will be fingerprinted, and your fingerprints will be sent to the California Department of Justice (DOJ) and the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI). The resulting report of your conviction history (if any) will be used to determine whether the nature of your conviction conflicts with the specific duties and responsibilities of the position. If a conflict exists, you will be asked to present any evidence of rehabilitation that may mitigate the conflict, except when federal or state regulations bar employment in specific circumstances. Having a conviction history does not automatically preclude you from a job with City of Hayward. A. Disqualifying FactorsIn addition to the definition of disqualifying criminal acts as defined by Cal. Gov. Code § 1029, applicants who have engaged in Serious Misconduct as defined by Cal. Pen. Code § 13510.8are ineligible to be employed as a peace officer in the State of California.EXAM INFORMATIONP.O.S.T. Entry-Level Law Enforcement Test Battery (PELLETB): The PELLETB is a multiple-choice, fill-in-the-blank written examination designed to measure reading and writing ability. Candidates MAY NOT retake the PELLETB within 30 days of previously taking the examination. Candidates are given 2.5 hours to complete the PELLETB exam which contains five sections:
- Spelling (applicants select the correct spelling of a word from a list of options); Vocabulary (applicants select the correct meaning of a word from a list of options); Clarity (applicants select the sentence that is most clearly written from a pair of options);
- Reading Comprehension (applicants read a passage and answer questions about the passage's content); and
- CLOZE (applicants use contextual clues to complete a passage that contains blanks/missing words).
For a preparation guide please visit: -OR-National Testing Network (NTN) Frontline Law Enforcement Written Examination: Applicants must complete the Public Safety Job Suitability Assessment (PSSA) component of the NTN examination battery at the time of the Frontline Law Enforcement Written examination. This examination is administered directly by the National Testing Network and the candidates pay a fee to take this examination. The test may be taken virtually or in person at testing sites throughout the country. To schedule a test, visit the Select the City of Hayward, then select the Police Officer Trainee position. NTN will submit the scores directly to the City of Hayward for review.Physical Agility Examination: Designed to measure an applicant's knowledge, skills, and abilities to complete exercises that replicate some aspect of the job. The examination is timed and includes the following physical examinations: Obstacle course, body drag, chain link fence, solid fence climb, 500 yard run, and a 1 1/2 mile run (under 14 minutes).What to Expect for the WSTB: For more information, ask about the Hayward PD Fitness 5.0 Training Program at: Applicants will be notified electronically via GovernmentJobs.com as to their status in the selection process. It is the responsibility of the applicant to ensure they can receive email notice from NeoGov/Government Jobs and the City of Hayward. APPLICATIONSCandidates are encouraged to apply online at www.hayward-ca.gov under the Current Vacancies tab or at www.GovernmentJobs.com. Paper applications can be obtained by contacting the Human Resources Department at (510) ###-####. Office hours are Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.Apply prior to the closing time of the job announcement and allow at least one (1) hour to submit your application if you are a new user to the system. Our on-line application system is provided by NeoGov. If you have problems while applying online, please contact the NeoGov Help Desk at (877) ###-####. If you are unsuccessful in this recruitment process, you are encouraged reapply at a later date and/or to look at our current vacancies and apply to any position(s) that you are qualified for.The City of Hayward is an Equal Opportunity EmployerBenefits OverviewThis summary provides a brief overview of the benefits available to regular full-time City employees. As indicated in the 2020 Benefit Summary, some employee groups have different benefits based upon negotiated agreements. Depending on employee group, some of these benefits may include:
- Your choice of CalPERS Medical Plan (with generous employer contribution)
- CalPERS Defined Benefit Retirement Plan (2.5% at 55 for Classic CalPERS members | 2.0% at 62 for New CalPERS members | 3.0% at 50 for Classic Safety members | 2.7% at 57 for New Safety Members)
- Dental Insurance (plans available through Dental Dental or United Concordia)
- Vision Insurance
- Life Insurance
- Disability Insurance
- Paid Leave
- Paid Holidays
- Flexible Spending Accounts
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Health and Wellness Reimbursement
- Professional Development Reimbursement
- 457 Deferred Compensation Plan (employee paid)
- Other Employee Paid benefits include Aflac, LegalShield, etc.
To view a summary of the benefits the City offers, please click 01 Please answer the supplemental questions thoroughly and accurately. Applicants are responsible for clearly, completely, and accurately identifying their qualifications. Your responses must support the work experience listed on your application and resume.Responses should be sufficiently detailed to assist in evaluating your qualifications for this position. Writing 'see resume' or 'N/A' is not a sufficient response.I have read and understand the statement above concerning submission of supplemental questionnaire responses.
02 Do you understand that this position requires the following Special Qualifications:Free of any felony convictions.Legally authorized to work in the United States as outlined by federal law.Age, not less than 21 years at time of appointment.Vision in each eye, correctable to at least 20/30.Must pass a background investigation and polygraph exam.Must meet all Department medical, physical, and psychological standards.
03 Do you possess a High School diploma or G.E.D.?
04 Do you possess a valid California Driver's License?
- Yes, I possess a California Driver's License
- I possess a driver's license outside of California and am able to obtain a California Driver's License by date of hire.
- No, I do not possess a California Driver's License and not able to obtain on by date of hire.
05 Will you be at least 21 years old at the time of hire, tentatively scheduled for February 29, 2024?
06 Do you have a POST Entry-Level Law Enforcement Test Battery - PELLETB (score 46 or higher) or National Testing Network - NTN (score Video 65%, Reading 70%, Writing 70%) dated within the last 12 months? If so, have you attached a copy of your score with your employment application.
All waivers must be received by HR by the close of the application period (11/20/2024 at 11:59pm) in order to be invited to this round of testing or you will need to reapply to the next round. *You must have the NTN scores routed to the City of Hayward through the NTN portal if you have this waiver.**If you are reapplying, you still need to reattach waivers for each application period.
- Yes, I have attached my qualifying PELLETB score that has a T-Score of 46 or higher.
- Yes, I have attached my qualifying NTN score (in lieu of the PELLETB) and routed it to the City of Hayward through the NTN portal.
- No, I do not have a qualifying score and plan to test with this agency.
07 Have you taken and passed the Work Sample Test Battery (WSTB) physical agility exam (minimum score of 320 required), including a 1 1/2 mile run within the last 12 months? If so, have you attached a copy with your employment application.
All waivers must be received by HR by the close of the application period (11/20/2024 at 11:59pm) in order to be invited to this round of testing or you will need to reapply to the next round. *If you have only passed one portion (run or WSTB) you can still select yes to this questions and attach the document as these will all be reviewed. You will be excused from the portion you passed.**If you are reapplying, you still need to reattach waivers for each application period. If you previously tested with the City of Hayward, your waiver came in email form and we can accept a screenshot or PDF.
- Yes, I have attached BOTH my qualifying WSTB score and 1.5 mile run score.
- Yes, I have attached my qualifying WSTB score ONLY.
- Yes, I have attached my qualifying 1.5 mile run score ONLY.
- No, I do not have a qualifying WSTB score or qualifying 1.5 mile run score and plan to test with this agency.
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