Police Officer (Lateral) (20579571)

City of Woodland, CA • Woodland, CA

234d • $7,044 - $9,439

About The Position

The City of Woodland Police Department is looking for lateral officer candidates who are currently employed as a California peace officer, have two years of experience and possess a California POST Basic Certificate or have formerly been employed as a California peace officer, possess a California POST Basic Certificate and have not had more than a three-year break in service as a California Peace Officer. Police Officer positions with the City of Woodland are filled from an eligibility list. A description of the position, duties, and qualifications is available from the City Human Resources Office or online at www.cityofwoodland.org/employment.

Requirements

• Must be 21 years of age.
• Minimum education of United States high school graduation or passage of GED or other approved equivalency test.
• Legally authorized to work in the United States.
• Possess a POST Basic Certificate or higher.
• Possession of a valid California Class C driver's license with an acceptable driving record.
• Meet physical health, strength, stature, and agility requirements.
• No felony convictions and good personal conduct.

Nice To Haves

• Experience in community engagement and outreach.
• Bilingual skills are a plus.

Responsibilities

• Work in various capacities and teams within the Patrol, Investigations, and Community Relations Bureaus.
• Engage in community-oriented policing and intelligence-led policing strategies.
• Participate in specialty units including K-9, Traffic/Motors, School Resource Officers, Gang Task Force, Detectives, and Homeless Outreach Street Team.
• Fulfill collateral duties such as SWAT, Crisis Negotiations Team, Field Training Officer, Honor Guard, and Firearms Instructors.

Benefits

• Salary: $7,044.18 to $9,439.67 monthly.
• Retirement: Public Employees' Retirement System using the 2.7% at 57 formula.
• Medical Plan: CalPERS Medical Insurance Plans with city-provided allowance.
• Life Insurance: City paid $50,000 Life insurance policy.
• Dental/Vision: Group dental/vision insurance plan paid by City.
• Long-term Disability Plan: Wage protection for long-term disabilities.
• Vacation: Accrual based on years of service.
• Sick Leave: 10 hours per month, unlimited accumulation.
• Uniform Allowances: Provided body armor, uniforms, and duty equipment.
• Hiring Incentive: $10,000 total pay incentives for lateral officers.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Executive, Legislative, and Other General Government Support
• Education Level: High school or GED