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We are accepting applications on a continuous basis for the position of Police Officer (Entry-Level, Academy Graduate, or Out-of-State Lateral).

RECRUITMENT PROCESS 

• Step 1: Apply 
  • Applicants must attach a passing PELLETB or NTN  score when applying.
  • Scores that are within one year of the application date and that meet the minimum passing score will be accepted. Applicants can take and submit results for either of the two tests below.
    • NTN Law Enforcement Exam: Minimum passing score of 65% for video, 70% for reading and 70% for writing. Virtual and in-person options are available for NTN. A screenshot of your NTN scores must be attached to your application.
    • POST Entry-Level Law Enforcement Test Battery (PELLETB): Minimum passing score of 49.
• Step 2: Personal History Questionnaire (PHQ) 
• Step 3: Oral Board Interview 
• Step 4: Management Panel Interview
• Step 5: Physical Agility Test (waived for academy graduates)
  • We accept WSTB results, which must be within one year of application date and meet the minimum passing score of 320.
• Step 6: Polygraph 
• Step 7: Background 
• Step 8: Executive Panel Interview 
• Step 9: Conditional Offer (Final job offer is dependent on the Medical and Psychological evaluations) 

For additional information, to include our minimum qualifications, please view our website: https://www.fremontpolice.gov/hiring 

CONTACT US

• E-mail:  fpdrecruiting@fremont.gov

• Call/Text: (510) 404-8934 

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Human Resources
3300 Capitol Ave., Building B
Fremont, CA 94538

We are accepting applications on a continuous basis for the position of Police Officer (Lateral). 

RECRUITMENT PROCESS

• Step 1: Apply 
• Step 2: Personal History Questionnaire (PHQ) 
• Step 3: Management Panel Interview 
• Step 4: Polygraph 
• Step 5: Background 
• Step 6: Executive Panel Interview 
• Step 7: Conditional Offer (Final job offer is dependent on the Medical and Psychological evaluations) 

For additional information, to include our minimum qualifications, please view our website: https://www.fremontpolice.gov/hiring 
 

Hiring Bonus

Up to 10 Lateral Police Officers hired into the classification of Police Officer for the City of Fremont will qualify for a new hire bonus of up to $100,000. 

• $10,000: Paid on the first paycheck following the Police Officer’s hire with the City of Fremont.
• $10,000: Paid upon completion of the Field Training Officer (FTO) Program.
• $15,000: Paid upon successful completion of probation.
• $15,000: Paid upon one (1) full year following completion of probation.
• $15,000: Paid upon two (2) years following completion of probation.
• $15,000: Paid upon three (3) years following completion of probation.
• $20,000: Paid for completing the final six (6) months2 (months 55-60) for a total of five (5) years of service.

To qualify, new hires must meet the four requirements below. 

1. Must not have prior work history with the City of Fremont.
2. Meet the definition of Lateral Police Officer (please see Minimum Requirements below).
3. File their application for employment on or after the City Council adoption of this letter agreement, and
4. Begin employment with the City of Fremont before the tenth Lateral Officer Hiring Bonus is awarded under this program.

Minimum Qualifications

• Legally authorized to work in the United States under federal law.
• Possession of a high school diploma, GED, or equivalent.
• Be at least 20.5 years of age at time of filing and 21 years of age at time of appointment.
• Possession of a Class C California driver’s license at the time of appointment with a satisfactory driving record.
• Currently employed as a police officer or deputy sheriff by a California law enforcement agency.
• Successful completion of a POST-approved field training or jail training program.

CONTACT US

• E-mail:  fpdrecruiting@fremont.gov

• Call/Text: (510) 404-8934 

CONNECT WITH US
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JOB SITE

https://www.fremontpolice.gov/hiring 
 

Human Resources
3300 Capitol Ave., Building B
Fremont, CA 94538

POLICE RECRUIT

$6,775 - $8,647 per month

Plus excellent benefits

Additional Pay Incentives:

            Shift Differential (3%-5%)

            Bilingual Pay (Conversational-2.5%; Full-5%; Fluent-10%)

            Uniform Allowance - $325.00 (June/December)

APPLICATION DEADLINE:   Continuous Recruitment

THE CITY is focused on enhancing our community members’ quality of life through well-designed services and a positive workplace culture.  San Rafael is the economic and cultural heart of Marin County, and its high quality of life is centered on its commercial districts, engaged neighborhoods, active lifestyle, and natural environment.  San Rafael (population 59,000) is a full-service city with a city council/city manager form of government with 12 departments, more than 400 employees, and an annual budget of $100 million.  The City’s vision is to be a vibrant economic and cultural center reflective of its diversity.  The City Council is engaged and seeks to strengthen the urban and commercial areas as well as sustain the beautiful natural environment.

San Rafael’s Organizational culture framework is an initiative called “Together San Rafael.”  City employees are our greatest asset, and we seek talented individuals with diverse backgrounds who are creative, curious, and excited about a challenge.  We are a results-driven team focused on the needs of community members.  The Together San Rafael initiative is focused on modernizing City services and increasing the engagement of employees.  This initiative recognizes the interconnectedness of the customer and employee experienc

This is a non-sworn, civilian training classification to be used while incumbent is attending a certified P.O.S.T. Basic Police Academy.  Incumbent in this classification receives the same employee benefits as Police Officers, with the exception of being placed in the “Miscellaneous” retirement category until successful completion of a designated police academy, and as a civilian employee, will not be covered by government code sections 4850 and 3300 through 3311.  Upon successful completion of an academy, incumbent shall be sworn as a Police Officer, placed in the safety retirement category and begin an 18-month probationary period as a Police Officer on the date of swearing in. 

Education: 

• High school graduate or its equivalent. 
• Completion of 30 semester (or equivalent quarter) units from an accredited college or university preferred. 

Physical Capabilities/Vision:

• Must be capable of performing the full range of work assigned to a Police Officer free from physical, mental or emotional restrictions, which would adversely impact job performance. 
• All vision must be corrected to 20/20.
• Must be free from color blindness and have a normal field of vision.

Hearing:

• Normal hearing acuity.

Height/Weight: 

• Weight in proportion to height, age and frame.

Age: 

• Applicant must be 21 years of age minimum by completion of Police Academy.

Citizenship: 

• California Government Code Section 1031(a) requires that Police Officers be citizens of the United States.  California Government Code Section 1031.5 requires that permanent resident aliens who desire to be employed as Police Officers be eligible for and have applied for citizenship.

License:

• Possession of a valid California driver’s license issued by the Department of Motor Vehicles.

City of San Rafael application is required.  Resumes do not substitute for the City application.  Candidates must detail related education and experience on the online application since the application will be used to select candidates for testing.  The examination for this recruitment will consist of any or all of the following:  application appraisal and oral board interview examination.  NOTE:  Prior to appointment, the selected candidate must submit to and pass a P.O.S.T. approved background investigation and polygraph/CVSA examination.  On a conditional job offer, the candidate must complete and pass a pre-placement psychological and medical examination, including drug screening prior to appointment. To file an application, go to:  www.calopps.org. Select “Member Agencies”.  Select “San Rafael”. Or, to apply, follow this link:  https://www.calopps.org/san-rafael/job-20143389 

Reasonable Accommodation:  The City of San Rafael will make reasonable accommodations in the exam process to accommodate disabled applicants.  If you have a disability for which you require an accommodation, please contact us at (415) 485-3474 before the oral board date.

To access the full Police Recruit Job Description, please follow this link:  https://storage.googleapis.com/proudcity/devsanrafaelca/uploads/2016/11/Police_Recruit.pdf

Instruct children and adults (primarily 5-12 years of age) in beginning to intermediate sports camps or programs, such as Badminton, Basketball, Baseball, Cricket, Football, Softball, Soccer, Tennis, etc. Class content should provide basic and/or more advanced game mechanics, strategies, and the rules of sports, depending on the student level of skill. Class must emphasize the importance of good sportsmanship and team play. The goal is to have fun and develop a skill.

EXAMPLES OF DUTIES (This is a general description of duties and is not all-inclusive)

• Prepare area for specific sport (i.e. setup gym or sports field, assure all equipment is available, etc.)
• Teach all necessary aspects of sports
• Keep score of games, if applicable
• Maintain rosters and City forms
• Implement lesson plans to be provided by the City
• Enforce City policies and procedures
• Provide encouragement to participants and provide a positive atmosphere for play
• Participate in promotional opportunities, staff training and meetings when required
• Perform other duties as assigned

SUPERVISION EXERCISED AND RECEIVED

The Assistant Recreation Supervisor or Recreation Supervisor provides general supervision

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• Must be at least 15 years of age
• Must have basic knowledge or background in basketball
• Must have experience dealing with children
• Must be able to work independently and reliably complete tasks
• Must be able to tactfully communicate with children and deliver feedback to parents
• Must be able to establish and maintain productive working relationships with staff, management, and clients
• Must have strong oral and written communications skills
• Must maintain a positive attitude with and towards others
• Must be able to work in changing indoor and outdoor environments
• Must be available to work evenings, weekends, and holidays as required

REQUIREMENTS FOR EMPLOYMENT

• Must be able to handle sensitive and/or stressful situations or information with tact, discretion and significant awareness of confidentiality
• Must effectively communicate with adults and children from a variety of cultural backgrounds
• Willingness to comply with suspected child abuse reporting (11166.5 PC)
• Employees are required to be certified in Adult/Child CPR, First Aid, & AED from American Red Cross, American Heart Association or supervisor approved equivalent. Employees must be certified within 30 days of hire date or prior to the first day of work, whichever occurs earlier.
• Fingerprinting and TB test are required
• Must submit verification of legal right to work in the United States as a condition of employment

SELECTION PROCESS

Qualified application will be evaluated on the basis of related experience and quality of presentation. The most highly qualified applicants will be invited to an oral interview. Applicant evaluations may include a written and physical test. Satisfactory candidates will be placed on an eligibility list. Placements are anticipated immediately after the list is established. Some placements may be assigned to emphasize public education as the City's needs require.

Some positions may require a health evaluation.

APPLICATION PROCESS

To be considered for this position, apply online by submitting a completed City application and resume through our online application system: https://fremont.workbrightats.com/jobs/

Reasonable Accommodation: The Recreation Services Division will make reasonable efforts in the examination process to accommodate persons with disabilities. Please advise us of any special needs a minimum of 5 days in advance of the selection process by calling (510) 494-4347 or emailing recjobs@fremont.gov.

THE CITY OF FREMONT IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER.

WE DO NOT DISCRIMINATE ON ANY BASIS.

The information contained herein is subject to change and does not constitute either an expressed or implied contract.