Police Officer - Bakersfield

Amtrak

Bakersfield, California, US
Base: $97,819 (1 year prior service); base: $115,3...
Patrol duties
Crime prevention
Law enforcement

Salary

Base: $97,819 (1 year prior service); Base: $115,330 (5-year lateral); Base: $144,514 (top step); Benefits: Comprehensive package including health, dental, vision, 401(k), life insurance, paid time off, education reimbursement, and rail pass privileges

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Patrol duties
  • Crime prevention
  • Law enforcement
  • Safety and security
  • Investigations
  • First aid
  • Communication skills

Nice-to-have

  • Proactive safety
  • Dispute resolution
  • Customer focus
  • Team collaboration

Key Requirements

  • Valid California P.O.S.T. Basic Certificate
  • 1 year of experience as a sworn patrol officer
  • Pass physical agility test
  • Pass psychological examination
  • Pass background investigation
  • Pass job-related physical examination
  • US citizenship or immigration requirements
  • High School Diploma or GED
  • 21 years of age
  • Valid driver's license

Work Rights

Must have US citizenship

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