Police Officer

San Fernando, CA
San Fernando Police Department

Salary: $89,088 – $110,376

Essential Functions:

Patrol an assigned area for the prevention of crime and the enforcement of laws and regulations. Respond to emergencies as directed by radio and telephone. Investigate unusual or suspicious conditions, traffic accidents, complaints. Make arrests, guard andtransport prisoners and question suspects. Prepare reports on investigations, offenses, arrests and other activities. Support development of strong community policing relationship working to solve problems through collaborative efforts with our community. Additional special assignments include Detectives, K-9, Field Training, and School Resource Officer. Must perform other related responsibilities as assigned.

Requirements:

  • EDUCATION High School graduation or its equivalent.
  • LICENSE Possession of a valid California Class C driver’s license.
  • WEIGHT In proportion to height.
  • HEARING Normal.
  • VISION 20/80 uncorrected, correctable to 20/20, normal color and peripheral vision. (As defined by POST guidelines).
  • CITIZENSHIP In accordance with Government Code Section 1031, effective January 1, 2023, peace officers must be legally authorized to work in the United States under federal law. There are no specific citizenship requirements.
  • BILINGUAL Ability to speak Spanish is highly desirable.
  • CONTRACT New employees are required to sign a 24-month contract.
  • LOYALTY OATH Candidates are required to take a loyalty oath before starting employment.