Field Operations Division - Reserves

Police Reserves Requirements

Level I Reserve Officer

Training Requirements: Completion of the POST Regular Basic Course or Reserve modules I, II and III Additionally, the candidate must complete the Department Field Training Program.

Assignment Requirements:  Level I Reserve Officers must complete 16 hours of department recognized service per month.  At least 8 of those hours must be performed in patrol operations. Level I Reserves may be certified to work a patrol car alone and may be used to supervise other reserve officers.

Other Requirements:  Level I Reserve Officers must complete 24 hours of POST “Continued Professional Training” every 2 years, remain current in First Aid/CPR and must participate in firearms training and scheduled meetings. 

Level II Reserve Officer

Training Requirements: Completion of the POST-Certified Level II Academy (generally two nights a week (4 hours each night) and a full 8 hour day on Saturday or Sunday).  The department pays for the Academy and equipment.  Additionally, the candidate must complete the Department Field Training Program.

Assignment Requirements:  Level II Reserve Officers must complete 16 hours of department recognized service per month.  At least 8 of those hours must be performed in patrol operations.  Level II Reserve Officers may work any assignment while under direct supervision.

Other Requirements:  Level II Reserve Officers must participate in firearms training and attend scheduled meetings.  They are encouraged to participate in other training opportunities.

Level III Reserve Officer

Training Requirements: Completion of the POST-Certified Level III Academy and completion of appropriate field training for specific assignments.

Assignment Requirements:  Level III Reserve Officers must complete 16 hours of department recognized service per month which can include a variety of assignments for which training has been completed.  Level III Reserves can also work special events and paid assignments such as traffic control at Rose Bowl events.

Other Requirements:  Level III Reserve Officers must attend scheduled meetings and are encouraged to attend other Reserve Officer training opportunities.