Required Qualifications For Both Positions: • US citizen or permanent resident alien who is eligible and has applied for citizenship. • At least 21 years old at time of hire. • Possess a valid California Drivers License and have a satisfactory driving record. • Basic knowledge in the following areas: First Aid / CPR, campus streets, buildings, and parking lots, general law enforcement procedures, vehicle laws, use of firearms. New recruits - within 1 year of appointment • Observes situations analytically, impartially, and objectively, and to record pertinent information accurately and completely. New recruits - within 1 year of appointment • Demonstrated verbal and written skills and the ability to interact with a diverse community. • Able to pass medical and psychological examinations, and an extensive background investigation in compliance with California Commission on Peace Officer Standards and Training (POST) standards. No Felony convictions. • Able to work rotating shifts in all inclement and diverse weather conditions. Daily function may require wearing a uniform. • Skill in speaking and writing English clearly using appropriate vocabulary to provide information, and prepare written reports. In addition to the above, For Police Trainee Position: • Graduation from high school • Upon hire, a Police Trainee must successfully complete a POST Regular Basic Academy • SB2 and or SB960 as noted with the California Commission on Peace Officer Standards and Training (POST) Gov. Code 1029/1031 compliant For Police Officer Position: • Graduation from high school • Hold a current California Commission on Peace Officer Standards and Training (POST) Basic certificate or completed the California POST Regular Basic Course (RBC). • Obtain Proof of Eligibility from POST prior to full employment • SB2 and or SB960 as noted with the California Commission on Peace Officer Standards and Training (POST) Gov. Code 1029/1031 compliant • Maintain POST Firearms and PC 832 Arrest qualifications. Preferred Qualifications • Bachelors degree • Knowledge of local, State, Federal, and University of CA laws, rules, and regulations as applicable to the police function, and basic law enforcement terminology and concepts. License/Certification • Must complete a basic law enforcement training program and obtain certification. • Hold a current California Commission on Peace Officer Standards and Training (POST) • Basic certificate or completed the California POST Regular Basic Course (RBC) • Proof of Eligibility from POST prior to full employment • SB2 and or SB960 as noted with the California Commission on Peace Officer Standards and Training (POST) Gov. Code 1029/1031 compliant