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Come to Fairfield PD, where you can be the change you want to see! 

FFPD is currently hiring for the position of Police Officer Trainee. Police Officer Trainees attend a Peace Officer Standards and Training (POST) Certified Police Academy and undergo field training within the Police Department.  After successful completion of academy, under general supervision, academy graduates will perform responsible police work, crime prevention, and community service functions.  

Salary
$77,935.52 - $99,467.68 Annually

Minimum Qualifications
Experience:
None required. However, some experience in law enforcement work is preferred.

Education:
An Associate's degree from an accredited college or university in criminal justice, psychology, business administration, public administration or related field or 60 semester units from an accredited college or university is required at time of appointment to Police Officer.  Appointment to Police Officer occurs after graduation from a POST certified police academy.

·        College credits earned while attending the police academy may be applied toward the 60 semester units requirement.
·        Candidates may be credited with 36 semester credits for a minimum of 4 years of active duty in the U.S. Armed Services (Army, Navy, Air Force, Marines, Space Force and Coast Guard).
Other Requirements:
·        Possession of a Valid Class C California State Driver's License is required.
·        Must be lawfully able to possess a firearm.
·        Must be free of felony or serious misdemeanor convictions.

For the complete job description and requirements, please visit: https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/fairfield/classspecs.

HOW TO APPLY:
Candidates must submit an online application via NeoGov/Governmentjobs.com by 5:00 p.m. of the closing date, June 29.  If you have any difficulties submitting your application, please call NeoGov's Applicant Support Line at (855) 524-5627.

About Fairfield PD:
The Fairfield Police Department serves a diverse community and exists to improve the quality of life in Fairfield. The department is committed to working with our community members to solve problems together. Visit joinFFPD.com to learn more.