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GoLawEnforcement.com

Police Recruit

Entry-Level JobVerifiedNo experience needed

Pay: $46.64/hr

Posted: 1 week ago

Location: Menlo Park, CA (Onsite)

Last Updated: 1 week ago

Hours: Full-Time

Expires: 9/27/2026

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What they do

A Law Enforcement Officer enforces jurisdictional laws, maintains public safety, and protects property and people in the community. Patrols neighborhoods, responds to emergency calls and crime scenes, watches for traffic and driving violations. Authorized to arrest criminals; prepares cases and testifies in court.

$95,085 / year median in California

+8% projected growth

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Job Description

Police Recruit Job Type:

Full Time Menlo Park, CA Menlo Park Police Department Salary:

$46.64

Hourly Position Summary:

The ideal candidates will exemplify the highest level of professionalism and interest in community service, while understanding their duty to carry out law enforcement activities; display a cooperative spirit and inspire others; show commitment to professional development; and emanate pride, dedication, and passion for protecting lives and property of those who live, work, and visit the City of Menlo Park. As a Police Recruit, the successful candidate studies, attends classes, completes homework assignments, takes tests, and follows all instructions relative to the academy curriculum and behavior; becomes proficient in the following areas: criminal law, arrest and control techniques, use of firearms, report writing, vehicle operation, First Aid, CPR, narcotics, crowd control, court room demeanor, public relations, patrol procedures, physical conditioning and training, and any other subjects included in the academy.

Requirements:

Must be at least twenty and one half (20.5) years of age at time of appointment. Graduation from high school or equivalent. Additional education at the college level is preferred. Valid California Driver's License https://www.calopps.org/menlo-park/job-20725685 Get More Information/Apply View All Jobs Prep for Exam