Police Officer (Lateral/Pre-Trained)

Salary: $89,793.60 – $108,721.60 Annually

Position Summary:

The City of South Lake Tahoe is seeking dedicated, community-oriented individuals to join our Police Department as full-time Police Officers. This is an exciting opportunity to serve in a dynamic, mountain resort community where public safety and community engagement are top priorities. Our officers play a critical role in protecting life and property, preventing crime, and building trust through strong community partnerships. We offer competitive salaries, excellent benefits, professional development opportunities, and the chance to make a meaningful impact in one of California’s most scenic and vibrant environments. If you are committed to integrity, service, and excellence, we invite you to apply and be a part of our team.

Requirements:

• Equivalent to the completion of the twelfth grade.
• Successful completion and graduation from a P.O.S.T. certified Basic Course or be deemed by P.O.S.T. to have satisfactorily completed a California P.O.S.T. equivalent training course and must be appointed as a peace officer within three (3) years from the completion date of the basic course. Should the applicant have a three (3) year or longer break from the basic course completion date, the applicant must successfully complete the basic course waiver process as defined by P.O.S.T.
• Current or previous employment within the past three (3) years as a full-time California peace officer and satisfactory completion of P.O.S.T. Basic Course requirements.
• Should the applicant have a three (3) year or longer employment break as a California peace officer, the applicant must successfully complete the basic course waiver process as defined by P.O. S. T.
• Possession of a valid California or Nevada driver’s license.