Lateral

Position Overview

This position is for experienced law enforcement officers.

Responsibilities include:

Patrolling assigned areas
Responding to calls and emergencies
Conducting investigations
Testifying in court
Serving warrants
Engaging with the community

Minimum Qualifications

Experience: One (1) year in a law enforcement agency within the last thirty-six (36) months and possession of a current Basic California P.O.S.T Certificate.
Education: High school diploma or equivalent (possession of an Associate's degree or Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution is desirable).
Licenses: Possession and maintenance of a valid Class C California Driver's License.
Special Qualifications:
- Free of any felony convictions.
- Legally authorized to work in the United States as outlined by federal law.
- Age, not less than 21 years at time of appointment.
- Vision in each eye, correctable to at least 20/30.
- Must pass a background investigation and polygraph exam.
- Must meet all Department medical, physical, and psychological standards.
- Bi-lingual applicants are encouraged to apply.

Benefits & Perks

3-day work week
15.5 paid holidays
80+ hours vacation
Health, dental, and vision insurance
Life & disability insurance
CalPERS pension plan (no Social Security deductions)
Tuition & wellness reimbursements
Deferred compensation plans (457)
Professional development support

Step 1

Fill Out the Form Below

Start by completing the short form at the bottom of this page. After submitting it, you’ll receive a text and email with a few quick questions to confirm that you meet the basic requirements for the role. This helps us determine your eligibility before moving forward.

Step 2

Complete the Full Application

Once you pass the pre-screening, we’ll send you a direct link to complete the official application for the Police Officer position.

Step 3

Pre-Background Survey

Complete a short survey via SurveyMonkey.

Step 4

Job-Related Testing (1-Day Process)

Schedule:

8:30 AM: Check-in begins (bring photo ID)
9:00 – 11:00 AM: Physical Agility Exam (WSTB) + 1.5-mile run
11:30 AM – 2:45 PM: PELLETB written exam

Submit valid WSTB and/or NTN scores (dated within 12 months) instead.

Step 5

Eligible List

Qualified candidates will be placed on a ranked list for potential hire.

Step 6

Background Investigation

Includes fingerprinting, credit/criminal check, drug test, polygraph, and psychological/medical exams.

Police Officer – Lateral