There are minimum qualifications listed for the position of Police Officer. Are there any other reasons I could be rejected for employment?

EXAMPLES OF REASONS FOR REJECTION

The following list identifies some of the more common potential reasons for rejection. Please read the list carefully. Note that this is not intended to be a complete list. It is designed to assist you in understanding and assessing the requirements for the position of Police Officer. You may call the City of Burbank Human Resources Office at (818) 238-5042 or the Burbank Police Department Community Outreach and Personnel Services Bureau at (818) 238-3230 if you have any questions.

Some reasons for rejection include:

• Conviction of any felony
• Conviction of any sex crime
• Conviction of larceny (Section 484 PC)
• Conviction or involvement in any other crime, whether adult or juvenile, the nature and seriousness of which would relate to the sensitivity and exposure characterized by this job classification
• Use of narcotics or other habit-forming drugs (other than prescribed) will disqualify. Any prior use or abuse of illegal substances such as heroin, cocaine, methamphetamine, LSD, and any other illicit narcotics or drugs will disqualify. Failure to reveal prior use will disqualify.
• Use of marijuana may be a disqualifier if marijuana is used habitually or within a specified time period.
• Failure to possess a valid operator’s license issued by the State of California, a
  willfull disregard of traffic rules and regulations in the form of excessive traffic citations and vehicular collisions, any arrest and conviction for DUI and any grounds for which an operator’s license might be refused, revoked, or permanently suspended
• An unstable employment record or unstable work history
• Possess’ unbalanced credit, or has a bad credit history or credit rating
• Poor community and neighborhood reputation
• Falsification of any required application or report
• Failure to have a high school diploma, GED Certificate or successful completion of High School Proficiency Test
• Does not meet physical standards
• Failure to pass controlled substances screening

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Is there Veteran’s Credit given for the testing process?

Veteran’s Credit – Candidates who receive an overall passing score are eligible to receive additional points for veteran’s credit. The points are added to the final score. Applicants must submit a copy of their DD214 along with their initial application materials verifying dates of service and honorable discharge. Dates of service must fall in one of the qualifying periods. Check with Human Resources to see if you qualify.

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How long does the hiring process take?

The time from start to finish for the entire hiring process varies, depending on the individual.

The first phase of testing can generally be completed in four to five weeks. This first phase of testing consists of a written test, physical agility test, and an oral interview. Upon successfully passing these three tests, you will be placed on a list based on your overall score.

The second phase is the background investigation. Candidates will be chosen based on their list ranking and will be invited to the background phase. The background investigation is dependent on how involved the applicant’s work history, residence history, reference history, and general information is. Out-of-state applicants take longer to process. The background phase can generally be completed in two to four months.

A conditional job offer will be made if the applicant successfully completes phase one and phase two of the testing process.

The third phase is medical and psychological testing. This is generally completed in four weeks.

The final hiring phase is an oral interview with the Police Chief and Command Staff.

NOTE: The above times are estimates only and will vary depending on the individual.

This estimate of time does not include Police Academy Training, training with a Field Training Officer, and a probationary time period.

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What official documents will I need to provide to complete the hiring process?

The document requirements depend on the individual candidate. The following is an example list only and other documents may be required.

• An official certified birth certificate (not the certificate issued from the hospital at birth)
• A valid “Class C” California driver’s license
• A valid United States Social Security Card
• Certified and sealed high school transcripts
• Certified and sealed college transcripts (if applicable)
• Any high school or college diplomas or degrees
• If military, official discharge paperwork and statement of military service
• Selective Service registration information (male applicants only)
• Official marriage/divorce or annulment certificates or documents (if applicable)
• I.N.S. naturalized citizen documents
• Valid proof of automobile liability insurance

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How do I apply for a job with the Burbank Police Department?

An application is not required. Please check the City of Burbank official telephone hot-line for up-to-the-minute testing dates and testing schedules. Please call the job hot-line at (818) 238-1800. Simply show up to the specified testing location with your valid California driver’s license and take the written test. If you successfully pass the written test you will be invited to participate in the physical agility test. If you successfully pass the physical agility test you will be given an application and invited to the oral interview.

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What are some important tips that will help me prepare for this process?

You will be scrutinized throughout the entire process.
Be on time! Tardiness will not be tolerated. If you show up late or fail to show up to any of the scheduled tests and meetings you will be disqualified from continuing with the hiring process.
Always look presentable. Be well groomed and neat in appearance. The background investigators are always looking at you and how you present yourself.

You must be physically fit. The physical agility course is physically demanding and requires upper and lower body strength. You must be able to run, jump, climb, drag a 165 lb dummy, and have sufficient grip strength to complete this phase.

Be mentally prepared. This is a long and strenuous process. Make sure your personal life is in order. This process can strain even the best of relationships.