Police Corporal

Foster City, CA
Foster City Police Department

Salary: $11,207.56-$13,622.83 Monthly

Position Summary:

Under general or direct supervision, performs a wide variety of law enforcement duties involving crime prevention and investigation, protection of life and property, and enforcement of laws, codes, and ordinances; performs investigation duties, assists in the preparation of cases and testifies in court; cooperates with other law enforcement agencies and City departments; may provide lead direction for subordinate departmental employees and volunteers; provides information and assistance to the public; and performs related duties as assigned.

Requirements:

  • Equivalent to completion of the twelfth (12th) grade; successful completion of 30 semester units of college course work at an accredited institution.
  • An Associate’s degree or higher is desirable. The minimum education requirements may be met by the possession of an Intermediate Post Certificate.
  • Possession of a POST Basic Certificate at the time of application.
  • Possession of a valid California Driver’s License, and a good driving record, to be maintained
    throughout employment.
  • Possession of a valid Basic Certificate issued by the Commission on Peace Officer Standards and Training (POST).
  • Possession and maintenance of firearms qualification.