La Habra Police Department

*****$20,000.00 Signing Bonus****** Successful Lateral Candidates will be paid $10,000.00 at the time of hire and $10,000.00 after successful completion of the Field Training Program and Probationary Period   Applications will be accepted on a  CONTINUOUS BASIS. Apply early. This position may close at any time without notice . To be considered as a Lateral applicant, you must: Be currently employed as a Peace Officer in good standing by a California-authorized jurisdiction. Have successfully completed your Field Training Program with your current agency. Possess or qualify for a California P.O.S.T. Basic Certificate.   Centrally located in Southern California, the City of La Habra is the northernmost community in Orange County, just 20 miles southeast of Los Angeles. When the City incorporated in 1925, agriculture and oil dominated the local economy. Over the past 20 years, the City has invested heavily in economic development, capital...

Applications will be accepted on a CONTINUOUS BASIS.  Apply early. This position may close at any time without notice.    The La Habra Police Department is seeking Academy trained individuals, or those currently attending the academy, who are testing for the purpose of becoming a sworn Police Officer.  Would you like to be a part of a team that believes in investing in partnerships with the community, proactive crime prevention, community education, and overall effective police work? If so,  APPLY TODAY!  ABOUT THE CITY: The City of La Habra is a vibrant Southern California community, strategically located in the northwest corner of Orange County. Today the City is home to a population of over 63,000 residents within La Habra’s 7.3 square miles. A friendly and diverse community, La Habra is conveniently located within an hour's drive of many beaches, mountains, and desert recreation areas. The City is known for the Corn...

**Effective July 13, 2024, the new salary will be $27.99/hr.**   POLICE ACADEMY ATTENDEE:  Academy attendees shall be hired on as Police Officer Trainee and paid at the trainee hourly rate. Upon graduation from the academy, the Police Officer Trainee will be sworn in as a Police Officer and assume the full duties, starting salary and benefits of that position.    ABOUT THE CITY The City of La Habra is a vibrant Southern California community, strategically located in the northwest corner of Orange County. Today the City is home to a population of over 63,000 residents within La Habra’s 7.3 square miles. A friendly and diverse community, La Habra is conveniently located within an hour's drive of many beaches, mountains, and desert recreation areas. The City is known for the Corn Festival, Citrus Fair, Tamale Festival and the jewel of La Habra, its Children’s Museum. While the City has planned for and encourages measured...

Under general supervision of the Communications Supervisor,  ABOUT THE POSITION : Under general supervision of the Communications Supervisor, the Part-Time Communications Operator receives and transmits emergency and non-emergency calls from the public requesting police and other emergency services; maintains contact with all units on assignment; documents calls for service on a computer aided dispatch system; and provides general information to the public.    This position is assigned to the Police Communications Center, which is a 24-hour, seven days per week operation, requiring shift coverage.  Communications Operators must work assigned shifts and must be proficient at multi-tasking.  There is a high expectation placed on the accuracy and speed of information gathering and the maturity in decision making. This position is assigned to the Police Communications Center, which is a 24-hour, seven days per week operation, requiring shift...

**Effective July 13, 2024 the new salary will be $31.48/hr. - $42.03/hr.** The La Habra Police Department is seeking a highly motivated, customer service-oriented and dedicated individual to serve as a  Communications Operator This position requires a typing certificate with a passing score of 40 NWPM . **Applications without a valid typing certificate will NOT be considered.** For typing certificate requirements, please click   HERE . ABOUT THE CITY : The City of La Habra is a vibrant Southern California community, strategically located in the northwest corner of Orange County. Today the City is home to a population of over 63,000 residents within La Habra’s 7.3 square miles. A friendly and diverse community, La Habra is conveniently located within an hour's drive of many beaches, mountains, and desert recreation areas. The City is known for the Corn Festival, Citrus Fair, Tamale Festival and the jewel of La Habra, its...

Are you interested in a career in Law Enforcement? Are you a problem-solver?  Do you have a sincere desire to help people?  The City of La Habra is seeking motivated individuals who are interested in pursuing a career in law enforcement to join the Police Department as a  Police Cadet.  The Police Cadet will work approximately 20-28 hours per week.  Please attach a  copy of your transcripts to show that you are currently enrolled in at least six semester units. This list will be in effect for a period of one year.  COPY OF COLLEGE TRANSCRIPT IS REQUIRED AND MUST BE ATTACHED.  APPLICATIONS SUBMITTED WITHOUT THE REQUIRED DOCUMENTS WILL BE CONSIDERED INCOMPLETE.  PLEASE BE SURE TO ATTACH THE REQUIRED DOCUMENTS TO YOUR ONLINE APPLICATION. ABOUT THE CITY : City of La Habra is located at Orange County's northernmost corner; La Habra today is 7.3 square miles, with a population of nearly 62,000. A...