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Job Description
Description
THE POSITION:
Under general supervision as an unarmed, non-sworn employee, performs work of average difficulty involving specific phases of police work on an assigned shift and performs other work as required.
Representative Duties
For a full job description, please click here .
Minimum Qualifications
Applications will be accepted only from those applicants who properly complete the City application and clearly demonstrate on the application and Supplemental Questionnaire that they possess the minimum qualifications which include:- Graduation from high school or G.E.D.;
- Must be at least 18 years of age;
- Must be able to pass a police background check;
- Possession of a valid California Class "C" driver's license with a minimum of two years driving experience;
- Possession of a valid California Standard First Aid Card, prior to field assignment.
HIGHLY DESIRABLE : Experience processing crime scenes for evidence.
OTHER MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: As listed in the full job description link above.
EXAMINATIONS : ALL APPLICANTS WILL BE NOTIFIED VIA E-MAIL (IF PROVIDED) OF DATE, TIME, AND PLACE OF EXAMS.
WRITTEN EXAM (Pass/Fail) May 7, 2026 (Tentative): Questions may be related to reading comprehension, public relations, vocabulary, spelling, name and number matching and reasoning ability. ** NOTE : The pass point may be set to include those applicants with the top 40 Written Exam scores who achieve a minimum score of 70%.
PRELIMINARY BACKGROUND QUESTIONNAIRE (PBQ): Prior to appointment, applicants must successfully complete a preliminary investigation of their personal history and background to determine suitability for this position with the Bakersfield Police Department. Qualified candidates will be required to submit a COMPLETED Preliminary Background Questionnaire by May 15, 2026 (Tentative) , at the time of the Physical Agility Exam. Instructions will be provided at a later date .
PHYSICAL AGILITY EXAM (Pass/Fail) May 15, 2026 (Tentative): The Physical Agility Exam is designed to measure the job-related physical characteristics of strength, agility and stamina required of a Police Service Technician. Applicants eligible to participate in the Physical Agility Exam will be required to successfully complete this Exam which consists of three (3) separate exercises outlined below:
1. Must successfully complete a 349 yard run (time limit: 2 minutes and 45 seconds).
2. Must successfully drag a 165 pound dummy a distance of 20 feet (time limit: 2 minutes).
3. Must successfully push a standard vehicle 30 feet (time limit: 1 minute).
Examination (Weighted: 100%)
ORAL APPRAISAL INTERVIEW (Weighted 100%) May 26 - 27, 2026 (Tentative): An appraisal will be made of the applicant’s training, education, experience, communication skills and personal qualifications for the position. A minimum passing score of 70% is required. ** NOTE : EMPLOYMENT APPLICATIONS MUST BE PROPERLY COMPLETED IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE INSTRUCTIONS ON THE FACE OF THE APPLICATION FORM. ALL PERTINENT INFORMATION NEEDED TO DETERMINE THAT THE APPLICANT MEETS THE MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS MUST BE SHOWN ON THE APPLICATION AND SUPPLEMENTAL QUESTIONAIRRE; OTHERWISE, THE APPLICATION WILL BE REJECTED. RESUMES WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED IN LIEU OF COMPLETED CITY APPLICATION AND REQUIRED SUPPLEMENTAL QUESTIONNAIRE.
Full Summary of Benefits by Bargaining Unit:- Blue & White Miscellaneous Unit
- Fire Safety Unit
- Police Safety Unit
- Police Trainee Unit
- Supervisory & Management Unit
RETIREMENT: Benefits are provided by the City's participation in the Public Employees' Retirement System (PERS). 2% @ 62 for new hire Miscellaneous and 2.7% @ 57 for Safety (Fire & Police). Visit the City's Retirement Info page for additional information.
Closing Date/Time: 4/28/2026 1:00 PM Pacific -
ABOUT THE COMPANY
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City of Bakersfield
Show moreAt over 413, 000 residents within the City of Bakersfield and another 100,000 in the metro area,
Bakersfield is the ninth largest city in California, ranked between Oakland and Anaheim. Uniquely placed
geographically, the successful candidate will be no more than a couple of hours drive from all things California,
whether that’s Disneyland, the Pacific Ocean, Sequoia’s Big Trees and Yosemite’s waterfalls, or the thrill of skiing
at Mammoth Mountain. Right here at home, the 30-mile paved Kern River Parkway Trail winds through preserved
riparian habitat where you might see rabbits, roadrunners, and other protected wildlife. Sunny year round,
Bakersfield does get hot in the summer, but this region’s Mediterranean climate provides for an
all-seasons lifestyle. Bakersfield is the nation’s top city for family activities. For more information
on things to do in Bakersfield, please visit The Visit Bakersfield Website.
The Bakersfield City Council is composed of seven members elected from the seven wards of the City on a nonpartisan basis to serve overlapping four-year terms. The Mayor is elected at-large to serve a four-year term as presiding officer at Council meetings and as the head of the City for legislative and ceremonial purposes.
The City’s tagline is “The Sound of Something Better” and our team strives to better the community on behalf of the residents we serve each and every day. The City also strives to ensure all team members are provided with a supportive and fulfilling working environment, with emphasis placed on professional development opportunities and career advancement planning. Our team members are frequently encouraged to participate in the City’s employee incentive, wellness and leadership development programs that are offered throughout the year, as well as position-specific training and educational opportunities. Employment with the City of Bakersfield is more than a job, it is being part of something better.
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