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Prior to applying to this position, please ensure you have taken the Law Enforcement Consultant (LEC II/LEC I) examination and you are on the LEC II/LEC I eligibility list. For more information please see the Eligibility section of this job advertisement below.
Please read the Special Requirements and Eligibility sections of this job advertisement prior to applying.
It is the mission of the Commission on Peace Officer Standards and Training (POST) to continually enhance the professionalism of California law enforcement in serving its communities.
POST is recruiting for the position of LEC II and will consider hiring at the level of LEC I.
The term VAR in the position number indicates that multiple opportunities may exist for this classification. Positions may exist in one or more of the following bureaus:
Basic Training
Responsible for the development and maintenance of a variety of different basic training programs.
Management Counseling and Projects
Provides management studies, peace officer feasibility studies, team building workshops, and field management training.
Learning Technology Resources
Dedicated to researching and developing advanced technology for training law enforcement.
Training Delivery and Compliance
Liaison between the Commission and Law Enforcement Agencies, training managers, and Course presenters. Certifies quality law enforcement training and ensures the delivery of that training.
Training Program Services
Responsible for the development of training curricula for California Peace Officers.
Strategic Communications and Research
Assists California law enforcement agencies to select, train, and maintain the highest quality of work, through the development and implementation of job-related, valid, legally defensible assessment instruments.
Compliance Audit & Accountability
Responsible for conducting internal and external audits of POST and its affiliated law enforcement partners to ensure effectiveness, efficiency, compliance with state and federal rules, laws, regulations, polices and procedures, and promoting continuous quality improvements in training and operational needs.
Standards Accountability Division
Review investigations conducted by law enforcement agencies and to conduct additional investigations into serious misconduct that may provide grounds for suspension or revocation of a peace officer's certification.
To view the class specifications go to the "Minimum Qualifications" tab (located on the left hand side of the job bulletin) and click on the link under "Class Specification".
This advertisement may be used to fill these vacancies and any other vacancies that may occur during this advertisement period.
You will find additional information about the job in the Duty Statement .
Working Conditions
This position is located at POST headquarters in West Sacramento, CA. The office is located in a two-story building with a business park setting.
Regular and consistent attendance is critical to the successful performance of this position.
This position is Hybrid and may be eligible for telework, in accordance with the Statewide Telework Policy, and will be required to report to the office as needed/required. The successful candidate must reside in California upon appointment.
Minimum Requirements You will find the Minimum Requirements in the Class Specification.

• LAW ENFORCEMENT CONSULTANT II, COMMISSION ON PEACE OFFICER STANDARDS AND TRAINING
• LAW ENFORCEMENT CONSULTANT I, COMMISSION ON PEACE OFFICER STANDARDS AND TRAINING

Additional Documents

• Job Application Package Checklist
• Duty Statement

Position Details Job Code #:
JC-519506
Position #(s):
421-000-8528-VAR
Working Title:
Law Enforcement Consultant
Classification:
LAW ENFORCEMENT CONSULTANT II, COMMISSION ON PEACE OFFICER STANDARDS AND TRAINING $11,685.00 - $13,758.00
New to State candidates will be hired into the minimum salary of the classification or minimum of alternate range when applicable.
Shall Consider:
LAW ENFORCEMENT CONSULTANT I, COMMISSION ON PEACE OFFICER STANDARDS AND TRAINING
$11,024.00 - $11,684.00
# of Positions:
Multiple
Work Location:
Yolo County
Telework:
Hybrid
Job Type:
Permanent, Full Time
Work Shift:
40 hours per work week
Work Week:
Monday - Friday
Department Information The Commission on Peace Officer Standards and Training (POST) is a small, friendly, state agency located in West Sacramento with easy freeway access and plenty of free parking.
For more information about the Commission on POST, please visit our website at https://post.ca.gov/ .
NOTE: The salary does not reflect the 2025 PLP pay reduction. Information on recent changes to the Memorandum of Understanding can be found here: Bargaining / Contracts - CalHR .
Special Requirements NOTE: Fingerprint (Live Scan) and Background Investigation will be required.
A COMPLETE STATEMENT OF QUALIFICATIONS (SOQ) IS REQUIRED TO BE SUBMITTED ALONG WITH YOUR STATE APPLICATION. IF THE SOQ IS NOT SUBMITTED THE APPLICANT WILL NOT BE CONSIDERED FOR AN INTERVIEW.
THE SOQ SHOULD BE TYPED ON 8 ½ X 11 PAPER USING 12-POINT ARIAL FONT, INCLUDING THE APPLICANT'S FULL NAME AND DATE AT THE TOP OF THE PAGE. RESPONSES SHOULD NOT EXCEED 1 PAGE PER QUESTION.

Provide a narrative summary of your professional experience as it relates to the Peace Officer Standards and Training Law Enforcement Consultant classification.

Provide an example of a task where you independently gathered and presented feedback from stakeholders to assess the effectiveness of training programs, leading to improvements and enhancements.

Provide your experience with conducting investigations within a law enforcement setting, including any notable cases of outcomes.

Application Instructions
Dates printed on Mobile Bar Codes, such as the Quick Response (QR) Codes available at the USPS, are not considered Postmark dates for the purpose of determining timely filing of an application.
Final Filing Date: Until Filled
Who May Apply
Individuals who are currently in the classification, eligible for lateral transfer, eligible for reinstatement, have list or LEAP eligibility, are in the process of obtaining list eligibility, or have SROA and/or Surplus eligibility (please attach your letter, if available). SROA and Surplus candidates are given priority; therefore, individuals with other eligibility may be considered in the event no SROA or Surplus candidates apply. Applications will be screened and only the most qualified applicants will be selected to move forward in the selection process. Applicants must meet the Minimum Qualifications stated in the Classification Specification(s).
How To Apply
Complete Application Packages (including your Examination/Employment Application (STD 678) and applicable or required documents) must be submitted to apply for this Job Posting. Application Packages may be submitted electronically through your CalCareer Account at www.CalCareers.ca.gov. When submitting your application in hard copy, a completed copy of the Application Package listing must be included. If you choose to not apply electronically, a hard copy application package may be submitted through an alternative method listed below:
Address for Mailing Application Packages
You may submit your application and any applicable or required documents to:
Peace Officer Standards and Training
Commission on POST
Attn: Human Resources
860 Stillwater Road, Suite 100
West Sacramento , CA 95605-1630
Address for Drop-Off Application Packages
You may drop off your application and any applicable or required documents at:
Peace Officer Standards and Training
Commission on POST
Human Resources
860 Stillwater Road, Suite 100
West Sacramento , CA 95605-1630
08:00 AM - 05:00 PM
Required Application Package Documents
The following items are required to be submitted with your application. Applicants who do not submit the required items timely may not be considered for this job:

• Current version of the State Examination/Employment Application STD Form 678 (when not applying electronically), or the Electronic State Employment Application through your Applicant Account at www.CalCareers.ca.gov. All Experience and Education relating to the Minimum Qualifications listed on the Classification Specification should be included to demonstrate how you meet the Minimum Qualifications for the position.
• Resume is optional. It may be included, but is not required.
• Statement of Qualifications - Please see the Special Requirements section of this advertisement for detailed information regarding the required Statement of Qualifications.
• Other - Minimum Qualifications (MQs): If you are using education to meet MQs, please include your transcripts with your application package. If you have a degree from outside of the United States, you must submit an evaluation of this degree to determine the US equivalency. If you need an evaluation, you can visit the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services (NACES) website to find organizations that provide these services. If you are not basing your eligibility on an educational requirement, you may instead use the bypass option (when applying, select Choose/Upload for the required document and then Select Bypass File).

Applicants requiring reasonable accommodations for the hiring interview process must request the necessary accommodations if scheduled for a hiring interview. The request should be made at the time of contact to schedule the interview. Questions regarding reasonable accommodations may be directed to the EEO contact listed on this job posting.
Benefits Please note: POST is a CalPERS participating agency. If you are currently retired from a CalPERS participating agency/department, you will have to reinstate from retirement in order to work as a permanent, full-time employee.
Benefits information may be obtained by going to the California Department of Human Resources (CalHR) website at www.calhr.ca.gov and to the CalPERS website for Health Benefits at www.calpers.ca.gov .
California State Civil Service Employee Benefits Summary https://www.calhr.ca.gov/Pages/California-State-Civil-Service-Employee-Benefits-Summary.aspx
Contact Information
The Human Resources Contact is available to answer questions regarding the position or application process.
Human Resources Contact:
Desire Davis
(916) 266-2312
desire.davis@post.ca.gov
Please direct requests for Reasonable Accommodations to the interview scheduler at the time the interview is being scheduled. You may direct any additional questions regarding Reasonable Accommodations or Equal Employment Opportunity for this position(s) to the Department's EEO Office.
EEO Contact:
LaToya Garland
(916) 266-2324
latoya.garland@post.ca.gov
California Relay Service: 1-800-735-2929 (TTY), 1-800-735-2922 (Voice) TTY is a Telecommunications Device for the Deaf, and is reachable only from phones equipped with a TTY Device.
Application Submission
This position is being advertised as until filled. Applications will be accepted until the position(s) are filled. Application cut-off dates are as follows: June 30, 2026, July 31, 2026, August 31, 2026, and September 30, 2026.
A Examination/Employment application (STD 678 form) is required for each position.
Please indicate the position you are applying for on the STD 678 form.
A completed STD 678 form may be submitted by mail, in person, or electronically through your CalCareer account. If submitting electronically, please remove any confidential information (i.e. social security number, date of birth) from your documents prior to submission.
For questions regarding your CalCareer account, please contact CalHR's Career Unit at (866) 844-8671 or CalCareer@calhr.ca.gov .
Eligibility
*If you are a current State employee and you meet the minimum qualifications, you may be able to transfer to this position. If you are a previous State employee and you meet the minimum qualifications, you may be able to reinstate to this position.
If you do not have any prior State civil service employment, you will need to take the LEC I/II examination in order to be eligible to apply for this position. Examinations are being administered on a continuous basis and can be found here:
LEC I: https://calcareers.ca.gov/CalHrPublic/Exams/ExamBulletin.aspx?ExamControlId=4837
LEC II: https://calcareers.ca.gov/CalHrPublic/Exams/ExamBulletin.aspx?ExamControlId=4838
Equal Opportunity Employer
The State of California is an equal opportunity employer to all, regardless of age, ancestry, color, disability (mental and physical), exercising the right to family care and medical leave, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, marital status, medical condition, military or veteran status, national origin, political affiliation, race, religious creed, sex (includes pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding and related medical conditions), and sexual orientation.
It is an objective of the State of California to achieve a drug-free work place. Any applicant for state employment will be expected to behave in accordance with this objective because the use of illegal drugs is inconsistent with the law of the State, the rules governing Civil Service, and the special trust placed in public servants.