Detention Officer Entry-Level

DUTIES

A Detention Officer manages the intake of Department arrestees including booking, fingerprinting, and maintaining custody and control of arrested persons, which may require the use of force to overcome resistance. positions include duties which require the ability to type using a computer keyboard.

NOTE:

All entry-level positions in this class have been designated as temporary training positions in accordance with Civil Service Rule 5.30. Employment in such positions is not to exceed twelve (12) months, during which time the trainee must successfully complete a comprehensive training program consisting of both an academy and on-the-job training. Upon completion of the training program, employees will receive regular appointments to the class of Detention Officer and begin a six-month probationary period.

REQUIREMENTS/MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• Graduation from a high school or the equivalent as established by the G.E.D. test; or
• Current employment as a Police Officer I with the City of Los Angeles, not having completed the Los Angeles Police Academy.

PROCESS NOTES

• Prior to appointment, a thorough and comprehensive Background Investigation will be conducted by the Los Angeles Police Department. You must have a history of criminal or improper conduct, including any felony convictions. You must have poor employment, military, or driving records which would affect your suitability for law enforcement work. You must have a responsible financial history. You must have displayed a pattern of respect and honesty in your dealings with individuals and organizations. You must be fingerprinted and have no disqualifying record of law violations or other improper conduct. Potentially disqualifying violations or conduct include convictions for more than one minor offense within the past year.
• Candidates may be required to undergo a DRUG and ALCOHOL screening test, based on City policy.
• A valid California driver’s license is required. Applicants will be disqualified and not eligible for hire if their record within the last 36 months reflects three or more moving violations and/or at-fault accidents, or a conviction of a major moving violation (such as DUI).
• Candidates will be asked to complete and submit a Personal History Statement (PHS) on-line at a later date. Certification by a Department is subject to a candidate’s completion of the PHS. Any candidate who does not submit this information by the specified date will be ineligible for certification at that time. The information provided in your PHS will be used during the Background Investigation.
• Candidates who are hired must attend an appropriate Recruit Detention Officer Academyas determined by the Los Angeles Police Department and the State of California. Candidates are required to wear a uniform. The academy will include an academic curriculum, physical fitness, and training in defense tactics and control holds for use on especially combative arrestees. Failure to successfully complete these courses may result in termination.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $55,499.00 - $81,139.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Military leave
• Paid time off
• Parental leave
• Retirement plan
• Uniform allowance
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 10 hour shift
• 12 hour shift
• 8 hour shift
• Day shift
• Evening shift
• Holidays
• Monday to Friday
• Morning shift
• Night shift
• Overnight shift
• Overtime
• Rotating shift
• Weekends as needed

People with a criminal record are encouraged to apply

Ability to Relocate:

• Los Angeles, CA: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person