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Salary : $70,656.00 Annually
Location : Redding, CA
Job Type: Full-Time (Status 3)
Job Number: 680E 1402 042025
Department: Police Department
Opening Date: 05/22/2025
Closing Date: Continuous
Bargaining Unit: RPOA
Description
The City of Redding is accepting applications for the position of Police Recruit within the Redding Police Department. We are seeking motivated individuals with a strong commitment toward providing excellent service to the members of the community. The Mission of the Redding Police Department is to work in partnership with the community to protect life and property, solve neighborhood problems, and enhance the quality of life in our City.
The Redding Police Department has a reputation as a progressive agency offering excellent training and career development programs and providing our officers with modern equipment. Assignment opportunities include: Patrol, Special Weapons and Tactics, Field Evidence Technicians, Field Training Officers, Investigations, Motor Unit, Canine, Bicycle Patrol and the Neighborhood Police Unit
The City of Redding provides an excellent benefit package including health, dental, vision, life and long term disability insurance, paid time off and a CalPERS retirement program along with a great work environment.
Applications will be considered valid if the following documents are attached to the submission:

• "Post Entry-Level Law Enforcement Test Battery (PELLETB)" with a minimum "T-Score" score of 45 or higher and possess a minimum of 30 college semester units upon successful completion of the academy.
  OR
• Be currently enrolled in a POST academy in good standing, with a "T-Score" score of 45 or higher, and possess 30 college semester units upon successful completion of the academy.
  OR
• Be currently scheduled to take the "Post Entry-Level Law Enforcement Test Battery (PELLETB)" at the time of application, with proof of test results or test date uploaded to application. A "T-Score" score of 45 or higher will be required prior to appointment.
• Please note: POST Certificates over two years old will not be accepted.

We are looking for someone to
Please view the job classificationfor Police Recruit to learn more about the duties performed.
Police Recruit: is a non-sworn, probationary employee hired by the City who has not completed the basic POST Academy training as required to become a sworn police officer. The City may send recruit officers to an academy or hire individuals currently enrolled in a POST Academy. The hours and days can vary while in the Academy. At the time the recruit is hired, the cost of the academy and other expenses associated with attending the academy may be paid for by the City. Upon successful completion of the Police Academy training, the Police Recruit will be sworn in as an Entry-Level Police Officer with a wage increase plus PERS retirement, health and welfare benefits, education/POST incentive, shift differential, and uniform allowance.
Qualifications we're looking for

• The knowledge and skills required to complete the required course work beyond the high school diploma and to successfully perform the job requirements.
• Ability to interact effectively with the public and employees.
• Ability to read, understand, and carry out departmental policies, rules, instructions, laws and regulations.
• Ability to analyze situations and adopt a quick, effective, and reasonable course of action. Ability to write clear and accurate reports.
• Ability to understand and follow directions.
• Ability to utilize the safe use and care of automobiles, motorcycles, and firearms.

Education & Experience:

• Typical education includes a High School diploma, or equivalent.
• Applicants must have completed and attach the "Post Entry-Level Law Enforcement Test Battery (PELLETB)" with a minimum "T-Score" score of 45 or higher to their application and possess a minimum of 30 college semester units upon successful completion of the academy.
• Certificates over two years old will not be accepted.

OR

• Be currently enrolled in a POST academy in good standing, with a "T-Score" score of 45 or higher, and possess 30 college semester units upon successful completion of the academy.
• Must have 30 units upon completion of the P.O.S.T. Academy.

OR

• Be currently scheduled to take the "Post Entry-Level Law Enforcement Test Battery (PELLETB)" at the time of application, with proof of test results or test date uploaded to application. A "T-Score" score of 45 or higher will be required prior to appointment.
• Must have 30 units upon completion of the P.O.S.T. Academy.

Click Here for the full list of Qualifications for Police Recruit.
Special Requirements:

• Minimum age of 21 years at time of appointment as a peace officer per government code section 1031.4
• No felony convictions.
• Shall be a citizen of the United States or a permanent resident alien who is eligible for and has applied for citizenship.
• Possession of the appropriate California driver's license, or the ability to acquire one within ten days of appointment.

What to expect from the Application and Exam Process
You will receive notifications pertaining to this recruitment at the e-mail address and text message number provided on your application. Email correspondence may go to your spam or junk mail folder.
Examination process: An oral board, performance test and/or written examination will be administered along with a Chief's interview.
This recruitment will create an eligibility list and may be used to fill current and future Police Officer vacancies.
IMPORTANT: Applicants must meet minimum age requirement of 21 years at time of appointment as a peace officer per government code section 1031.4
Per P.O.S.T regulation:

• The T-Score letter must be issued on Agency Letterhead and must include the score section breakdown (written, reading and total T-Score).
• You cannot re-take the PELLETB in less than 30 days.
• The written test for Correctional Officer or Probation Officer are not equivalent to the PELLETB and are therefore not eligible for consideration from test exemption.

Selection Process: Final appointment is contingent upon:

• Positive past employment references
• Passing a city paid fingerprint criminal conviction check
• Passing a pre-employment medical exam and drug and alcohol screening test
• Successful completion of a polygraph examination
• Successful completion of a psychological evaluation
• Positions within the Police Department require applicants pass an extensive background investigation prior to appointment.

Veteran's Credit: Applicants who attach a copy of the DD-214 to their application indicating "Honorable Discharge" from military service and receive a passing score on the examination process will have two (2) additional points added to their final examination score.
The City of Redding adheres to Cal/OSHA COVID-19 requirements.
AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY/FEDERAL AFFIRMATIVE ACTION EMPLOYER
NOTE: This is a summary of benefits and is provided as a courtesy. For specific benefit information, refer to the labor agreements (MOUs) of each bargaining unit.
To view the Peace Officers Association of Redding MOU,
THESE BENEFITS DO NOT APPLY TO EXTRA-HELP EMPLOYEES OR PART-TIME EMPLOYEES.
Holidays:
An average of thirteen and a half per year. Fire Association covered employees receive a payment in lieu of holidays. Holiday compensation for Redding Peace Officers Association and Redding Police Managers Association employees has been converted to base pay.
Vacation:
Two weeks per year up to the fourth year of service, three weeks up to nine years of service, three and a half weeks up to fourteen years of service, four weeks up to nineteen years of service, four and a half weeks up to twenty-four years of service, five weeks after twenty-four years of service. For accrual rates for Fire Department shift employees, refer to MOU. Part-time and temporary employees may be eligible for some vacation/paid time off benefits.
Sick Leave:
Twelve working days of sick leave are accrued each year. Unused sick leave may be credited toward retirement. For accrual rates for Fire Department shift employees, refer to MOU.
Health Insurance:
Excellent medical, dental, vision, and life for employee and dependent, and long-term disability for employees.
Retirement:
Full-time employees are covered by CalPERS (formula is dependent on hire date and member status in CalPERS) and are not covered under the Social Security System.
Administrative Leave:
Management positions are eligible to receive 40 hours of administrative leave per calendar year as authorized by the department director; additional leave up to 40 hours may be granted by the City Manager.
Deferred Compensation Plans:
Available for interested employees.
Agency Shop Requirements: Some job classifications are represented by collective bargaining units, the employees of which may choose to join and pay union dues.
Part-Time Retirement Benefit Program:
Part-time, seasonal, and full-time temporary employees either participate in the Social Security System or the PARS Alternate Retirement System depending upon bargaining unit assignment.
SDI:
Redding Peace Officers Association represented positions do not participate in SDI.
IMPORTANT NOTES:
Benefits described herein do not represent a contract and may be changed without notice.
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I understand this recruitment requires the completion of the Post Entry-Level Law Enforcement Test Battery (PELLETB), and I have attached my results to my application.

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