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Police Officer Recruit (Bilingual English/Armenian)
- Glendale, California
- CITY OF GLENDALE CA
$8,312.96 Monthly
- Full Time
- Public Safety
Police Officer Recruit (Pre Service/Academy Graduate)
- Glendale, California
- CITY OF GLENDALE CA
$8,312.96 Monthly
- Full Time
- Public Safety
Police Officer Recruit Bilingual (English/Korean)
- Glendale, California
- CITY OF GLENDALE CA
$8,312.96 Monthly
- Full Time
- Public Safety
Reserve Police Officer
- Glendale, California
- CITY OF GLENDALE CA
$36.90 Hourly
- Full Time
- Public Safety
Police Officer Recruit
- Glendale, California
- CITY OF GLENDALE CA
$8,312.96 Monthly
- Full Time
- Public Safety
Director of Community Development
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- City of Glendale, CA
Up to $253,943
- Full Time
- Community and Economic Development
Building Code Specialist III
- Glendale, California
- CITY OF GLENDALE CA
$8,772.94 - $11,465.22 Monthly
- Full Time
- Building Maintenance
- Building and Safety
- Construction and Skilled Trades
- Public Health
Electrical Line Mechanic Supervisor II
- Glendale, California
- CITY OF GLENDALE CA
$10,193.24 - $14,825.97 Monthly
- Full Time
- Administrative Analysis and Research
- Clerical and Administrative Support
- Construction and Skilled Trades
- Utilities
Director of Community Development
- Glendale, California
- CITY OF GLENDALE CA
$15,528.90 - $21,161.92 Monthly
- Full Time
- Administration and Management
- Community and Economic Development
HIGHWAY MAINTENANCE WORKER 2 - UNDERFILL
- Glendale, Nevada
- State of Nevada
$48,024.00 - $69,948.00 Annually
- Full Time
- Building Maintenance
Wireless System Technician
- Glendale, California
- CITY OF GLENDALE CA
$5,953.61 - $7,785.98 Monthly
- Full Time
- Public Works
Hourly City Worker / Youth Employment Team Supervisor
- Glendale, California
- CITY OF GLENDALE CA
$19.46 - $21.65 Hourly
- Full Time
- Administrative Analysis and Research
- Clerical and Administrative Support
Hourly City Worker / Youth Employment Apprentice
- Glendale, California
- CITY OF GLENDALE CA
$17.30 - $19.25 Hourly
- Full Time
- Parks and Recreation
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Customs and Border Protection Officer (CBPO) Experienced - New Hire Sign-On and Retention Incentives
- Glendale, Arizona
- U.S. Customs and Border Protection
- Full Time
- Public Safety
Customs and Border Protection Officer (CBPO) - Entry Level New Hire Sign-On and Retention Incentives
- Glendale, Arizona
- U.S. Customs and Border Protection
- Full Time
- Public Safety
Paralegal
- Glendale, California
- State Farm Mutual Automobile Insurance Company
- Full Time
- Legal Services
SEAL Officer
- Glendale, Arizona
- US Navy
- Full Time
- Federal Government
- Military
Surface Warfare Officer
- Glendale, Arizona
- US Navy
- Full Time
- Federal Government
- Military

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Police Officer Recruit (Bilingual English/Armenian)
- Glendale, California United States
- CITY OF GLENDALE CA
- May 11, 2026
- $8,312.96 Monthly - Full Time
CITY OF GLENDALE CA

The City of Glendale was incorporated on February 16, 1906 and spans approximately 30.6 square miles with a current population of approximately 203,054 people (US Census 2017 Population Estimates). Located minutes away from downtown Los Angeles, Pasadena, Burbank, Hollywood, and Universal City, Glendale is the fourth largest city in Los Angeles County and is surrounded by Southern California's leading commercial districts. As one of its core functions, Glendale provides well-maintained streets and a variety of transportation services. The City's historic success at attracting employers is partially attributed to the result of its location at the center of four major freeways including the I-5 Golden State Freeway SR-2 Glendale Freeway ST-134 Ventura Freeway and the 210 Foothill Freeway All these provide easy access for residents, workers, and customers from around the region. Glendale also offers its own bus services, the Beeline, with 13 routes connecting customers to Jet Propulsion Laboratory (JPL), the City of Burbank, and the Metrolink Stations in both Burbank and Glendale. The Bob Hope Airport in Burbank serves the Los Angeles area including Glendale, Pasadena and the San Fernando Valley. It is the only airport in the greater Los Angeles area with a direct rail connection to downtown Los Angeles. The City of Glendale is located about 30 minutes from Los Angeles International Airport (LAX). LAX is a commerce leader and designated as a world-class airport for its convenient location, modern facilities, and superior sea/air/land connections. Businesses and residents alike have taken advantage of Glendale's central location, reputation for safety, excellent business environment, outstanding schools, state-of-the-art healthcare facilities, and growing restaurant and entertainment options. Glendale is also one of Southern California's leading office markets featuring a wide range of properties and amenities. The City has over six million square feet of office space and is home to such recognized firms as Walt Disney Imagineering, ServiceTitan, IHOP / Applebee's, DreamWorks, LegalZoom, and Public Storage. Glendale prides itself on the quality of services it provides to the community. It is a full-service City, which includes a water and electrical department. The City operates its own power plant capable of serving the electrical needs of the entire city, although the majority of power is currently imported from other areas for cost savings. Water comes primarily from the Metropolitan Water District, along with a small portion from local wells.
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- $8,312.96 Monthly
- Full Time
- May 11, 2026
Job Description
The Position

Join the Best! Earn up to $157,000 a year!** We are a full service agency, offering a variety of specialized assignments - from helicopter pilot to K9 handler, we have a career path for you! The Glendale Police Department (GPD) is currently looking for individuals who are committed to keeping Glendale one of the safest big cities in America. Experience what it’s like to partner with a community that supports its Police Department. If you are looking for plenty of opportunities for advancement, and taking pride in providing the highest level of service to the community, Glendale PD is for you!

** This figure includes incentive pays, e.g., detective pay, longevity pay, and educational (POST certificate) pay.

In order to be considered for this position , you must submit an application AND complete the "Law Enforcement - Frontline National" exam through the National Testing Network at www.NationalTestingNetwork.co m by June 16, 2026 and no earlier than one (1) year from the time of application. Make sure to select the City of Glendale in order to share your results with our agency.

This entry level, non-sworn classification participates in pre-academy training and the actual police-training academy.

Essential functions of the job include, but are not limited to, the following:

All classifications may perform the following essential functions:

Ensures Department services are provided with exceptional customer service and the highest level of ethical standards.

Responds to calls for service regarding accidents, emergencies, crimes, threats, altercations and/or requests for aid. Provides information and assistance to the public.

Emphasizes a Community-Based Policing philosophy focused on community interaction and collaborative problem solving.

Administers first aid to injured persons. Interviews, interrogates and records statements from witnesses, suspects and victims. Identifies relevant facts and prepares written reports on incidents and cases assigned.

Apprehend suspects by driving safely at high speeds, chasing suspects on foot, climbing over obstacles, physically subduing suspects, utilizing self-defense and arrest control techniques, and utilizing firearms under appropriate conditions.

Enforces traffic laws, directs traffic, issues citations and warnings. Investigates accidents and accident scenes.

Investigates matters involving juveniles, reports of child neglect and juvenile delinquency. Refers juveniles to the appropriate authorities.

Serves subpoenas, serves warrants, testifies in court, marks and stores evidence, apprehends suspects, makes arrests as prescribed by law, and confers with City/District Attorney's Office to provide information for case preparation.

Assumes responsibility for ensuring the duties of the position are performed in a safe, efficient manner.

Performs other related duties as assigned or as the situation requires.

Minimum Requirements

An equivalent combination of experience and education sufficient to perform the essential job functions and provide the required knowledge and abilities is qualifying.
Experience
None.

Education/Training
Graduation from high school or attainment of a State Board of Education issued certificate of proficiency, or attainment of a GED certificate, CHSPE certificate, HiSET certificate, or CPP certificate.

License(s)/Certification(s)
Valid Class C California driver's license.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
Knowledge of and skill in:

Exceptional customer service practices.

Skill in:

Making independent judgments and decisions based upon standard policy or procedure.

Ability to:

Provide exceptional customer service to all employees and vendors.

Model and practice the highest standards of ethical conduct.

Deal calmly with angry, upset, and frightened people.

Develop necessary skills from on-the-job training and meet the standards of performance for the classification by the end of the probationary period.

Establish smooth working relationships and effectively resolve interpersonal conflicts.
Foster a teamwork environment.

Emphasize a Community-Based Policing philosophy focused on community interaction and collaborative problem solving.

Read, write and comprehend directions in English.
Speak Armenian in a fluent manner.
Remain poised and controlled in threatening or violent situations.

Write clear, accurate, detailed reports based on field notes of events.

Other Characteristics
Willingness to:
Assume responsibility for maintaining a safe working environment.
Work overtime as requested.

Special Conditions
Applicants must be of good moral character, with no felony or misdemeanor convictions involving moral turpitude.

Must be a minimum of 21 years of age at the time of appointment as a Police Officer.

Must be legally authorized to work in the United States under federal law.

TATTOO POLICY: Unless otherwise exempted by the Chief of Police, no employee or volunteer of the Glendale Police Department shall have any visible tattoos, body art, or other skin markings while on duty - in uniform, business attire, or casual dress. Tattoos, body art, and/or other skin markings shall be completely covered by the authorized on-duty uniform (e.g. long sleeve uniform), business attire, or casual dress. Marks or scars from injuries or medical procedures are exempt from these policy restrictions. For further information regarding this policy, please contact the Professional Standards Bureau at (818) 548-3117.

Desirable Qualifications
Knowledge and/or use of personal computers.

Medical/Psychological Standards

All candidates must pass a pre-placement medical examination and a psychological evaluation.
https://post.ca.gov/medical-screening-manual

Hearing

Acceptable as to City standards.

Residence
Within four months of employment, all employees of the Glendale Police Department are required to live within a radius of sixty contiguous land miles of the Glendale Civic Center.

Exceptional Customer Service Policy
The City of Glendale places a high importance on quality customer service and prides itself for the high level of services it provides by every employee of the organization. As employees of the City of Glendale, we are committed to providing our diverse community and each other with courteous, considerate, and personal attention. Please click on the link to read the Exceptional Customer Service Policy .

Selection Process

WRITTEN EXAM: Must complete the "Law Enforcement - Frontline National" exam through the National Testing Network at www.NationalTestingNetwork.com by June 16, 2026 and no earlier than one (1) year from the time of application. Make sure to select the City of Glendale in order to share your results with our agency.

When you visit the www.NationalTestingNetwork.com website:
Select "Exams"
Select "Law Enforcement Jobs"
Under "California", check "Glendale, Police Officer Recruit"
Select "Continue"
Review information about the testing process and agency and follow instructions as prompted.

The minimum NTN exam passing score for the City of Glendale is:

Video Score: 65%

Writing Score: 70%

Reading Score: 70%

Upon completion of your scheduled exam, scores are automatically forwarded to the City of Glendale. Candidates who attain a passing score on the entry level exam will be referred to the City of Glendale’s candidate list. The City of Glendale will contact candidates on the list AFTER THIS BULLETIN CLOSES and will invite them to participate in further stages of the selection process.

EVALUATION OF APPLICATION: Submitted Police Officer Recruit application will be reviewed to ensure applicants meet the minimum requirements. All qualifying applicants will be invited to participate in the selection process.

PHYSICAL AGILITY TEST: (PASS/FAIL) This Physical Agility Test includes: a stair climb with equipment, obstacle climb over, obstacle climb under, obstacle jump over, 165 pound dummy drag, trigger pull, beam walk, and stair descent with equipment.

Physical Agility Test
June 6, 2026

PRELIMINARY BACKGROUND QUESTIONAIRE: (PASS/FAIL) To determine whether the candidate meets the background investigation standards of the Glendale Police Department.

ORAL INTERVIEW: (Weight of 100%) To evaluate the applicant's experience, education, and general background for the position. Candidates must pass the exam component with a minimum score of 70.00% in order to be placed on the eligible list.
PERFORMANCE TEST: (PASS/FAIL) This test will assess bilingual abilities in Armenian. The primary focus of this examination will be to assess the applicant’s ability to fluently speak English and Armenian.

BACKGROUND INVESTIGATION: A comprehensive background investigation will be conducted on all finalists, which will review and verify personal history including, but not limited to financial responsibility, criminal history, drug use history, driving record, and verification of application materials. Significant issues or omissions in the above-stated areas may be grounds for disqualification. Background investigation will include a polygraph and Livescan fingerprinting. For further information, please contact the Professional Standards Bureau at (818) 548-3117.

ENTRY-LEVEL EXAMINATION: Veteran's Credit Awarded. Proof of honorable discharge (DD214) from U.S. Armed Forces must be attached to your application.

TIME AND PLACE OF THE EXAMINATION WILL BE ANNOUNCED. Evaluations will be based on the candidate's education and experience relevant to the position. Examinations will assess evaluate the candidate's education, experience, knowledge and skills related to the job. The City of Glendale reserves the right to modify the examination components or their weighting. If changes are necessary, candidates will be informed of the specific examination components and their weight before the examination is administered. The selected candidate will undergo a background check, including Livescan fingerprinting. The City of Glendale complies with state and federal obligations to provide reasonable accommodations for applicants and employees with disabilities. Applicants with special needs are encouraged to inform the Human Resources Department at least five days before the first examination to ensure reasonable accommodations can be arranged. The provisions of this bulletin do not constitute an express or implied contract.

The City of Glendale offers a comprehensive benefit package including vacation, holiday, and sick leave as well as medical, dental, vision, and long-term disability insurance.

The above listed benefits apply to full-time, salaried positions only.

Closing Date/Time: 5/29/2026 11:59 PM Pacific
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CITY OF GLENDALE CA
The City of Glendale was incorporated on February 16, 1906 and spans approximately 30.6 square miles with a current population of approximately 203,054 people (US Census 2017 Population Estimates). Located minutes away from downtown Los Angeles, Pasadena, Burbank, Hollywood, and Universal City, Glendale is the fourth largest city in Los Angeles County and is surrounded by Southern California's leading commercial districts.

As one of its core functions, Glendale provides well-maintained streets and a variety of transportation services. The City's historic success at attracting employers is partially attributed to the result of its location at the center of four major freeways including
- the I-5 Golden State Freeway
- SR-2 Glendale Freeway
- ST-134 Ventura Freeway
- and the 210 Foothill Freeway
All these provide easy access for residents, workers, and customers from around the region. Glendale also offers its own bus services, the Beeline, with 13 routes connecting customers to Jet Propulsion Laboratory (JPL), the City of Burbank, and the Metrolink Stations in both Burbank and Glendale.

The Bob Hope Airport in Burbank serves the Los Angeles area including Glendale, Pasadena and the San Fernando Valley. It is the only airport in the greater Los Angeles area with a direct rail connection to downtown Los Angeles. The City of Glendale is located about 30 minutes from Los Angeles International Airport (LAX). LAX is a commerce leader and designated as a world-class airport for its convenient location, modern facilities, and superior sea/air/land connections.

Businesses and residents alike have taken advantage of Glendale's central location, reputation for safety, excellent business environment, outstanding schools, state-of-the-art healthcare facilities, and growing restaurant and entertainment options. Glendale is also one of Southern California's leading office markets featuring a wide range of properties and amenities. The City has over six million square feet of office space and is home to such recognized firms as Walt Disney Imagineering, ServiceTitan, IHOP / Applebee's, DreamWorks, LegalZoom, and Public Storage.

Glendale prides itself on the quality of services it provides to the community. It is a full-service City, which includes a water and electrical department. The City operates its own power plant capable of serving the electrical needs of the entire city, although the majority of power is currently imported from other areas for cost savings. Water comes primarily from the Metropolitan Water District, along with a small portion from local wells.
CITY OF GLENDALE CA
- Glendale, California, United States
- https://www.glendaleca.gov
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