Police Officer

Salary: $5,259-$7,048 per month

Position Summary:

Under supervision, to perform law enforcement and crime prevention work; to control traffic flow and enforce state and local traffic regulations; to perform investigative work; to display an awareness of, and empathy towards all persons who they come into contact with; and to do related work as required.

Receives close to general supervision from higher level sworn personnel. May exercise close to general supervision over Police Officer Trainees, Reserve Police Officers, and clerical staff as assigned. Shift schedule and job assignments may be changed periodically to assure the maximum delivery of effective public service.

Requirements:

• High School Diploma or equivalent
• Must be 21 years or older
• Must possess a valid Basic Certificate issued by the California State Commission on Peace Officers Standards and Training (P.O.S.T.)
• Must have successfully completed a P.O.ST. field training program, and a law enforcement agency probationary period
• Possession of a valid California Driver’s license
• Successfully pass complete background investigation along with a polygraph, psychological testing. medical, and drug screen