Police Officer at Hacienda La Puente Unified
About the Employer
Hacienda La Puente Unified School District (HLPUSD) is proud to serve a diverse student population, from Transitional Kindergarten to Adult Education of 31,000 total students. Two of our schools have been designated as National Blue Ribbon School, 13 Gold Ribbon Schools, and three high schools that have been honored in the U.S. News and World Report among the best high schools in the nation. HLPUSD continues to provide students with innovative programs such as our CSBA Golden Bell Award-winning dual immersion program. The District also operates the second largest adult education program in the state, offering career development in programs that range from culinary arts to certified nursing assistant, automotive repair, and much more. Our employees have received a combined 12% salary increase for the 2019-2022 years and Forbes recognized HLPUSD as the 41st Best Employer in CA! We are excited to have you apply to become a member of our HLPUSD family.
Job Summary
Job Summary
Under the direction of the Chief of Police and pursuant to 830.32 of the California Penal Code, provides law enforcement, security and protection to students, personnel, equipment and property of the District; observes and corrects behavior of students and non-students; investigates crimes, accidents, vandalism, and detains persons suspected of criminal behavior; and emphasizes community-based policing and collaborative problem solving.
Requirements / Qualifications
NOTE: Answers to the supplemental questions must be submitted with the application. Also, the following documents must be submitted. You may upload the documents to your online application (in the "attachments" section) or fax them to Maria Murillo at (626) 333-7416. The following must be submitted at the time of application: • Certificate of completion of a California POST approved law enforcement training academy. The following must be submitted by the final test part: • Copy of a valid California class "C" driver's license. • Proof of valid car insurance. • Copy of valid and up-to-date First Aid and CPR Certificate issued by a recognized training program. • Proof of highest obtained education. Possession of valid California POST Basic Certificate from an approved police academy is required at the time of hire. You are not eligible for hire until you have obtained the California POST Basic Certificate. If you currently possess the certificate, please submit the certificate with your application.
Requirements / Qualifications
NOTE: Answers to the supplemental questions must be submitted with the application. Also, the following documents must be submitted. You may upload the documents to your online application (in the "attachments" section) or fax them to Maria Murillo at (626) 333-7416. The following must be submitted at the time of application: • Certificate of completion of a California POST approved law enforcement training academy. The following must be submitted by the final test part: • Copy of a valid California class "C" driver's license. • Proof of valid car insurance. • Copy of valid and up-to-date First Aid and CPR Certificate issued by a recognized training program. • Proof of highest obtained education. Possession of valid California POST Basic Certificate from an approved police academy is required at the time of hire. You are not eligible for hire until you have obtained the California POST Basic Certificate. If you currently possess the certificate, please submit the certificate with your application.
Application Deadline
10/7/2025 11:55 PM Pacific
Date Posted
9/16/2025
Contact
Maria Murillo
6269333923
6269333923
Number of Openings
2
Salary
Pay Range
$6,528.05 - $8,746.95 Monthly
$6,528.05 - $8,746.95 Monthly
Add'l Salary Info
Salary placement will be on Range 38 of the SEIU Salary Schedule "S". Initial salary placement for new employees is customarily at step 1 ($6,528.05 per month) of this salary range.
Length of Work Year
12 month/40 hour per week positions
Employment Type
Full Time