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Aug 02, 2026
Full time
Police Officer Trainee (Entry Level) Bell Gardens
$3,617 - $7,529 monthly
City of Bell Gardens Bell Gardens, CA
The City of Bell Gardens Police Department (BGPD) is seeking highly motivated and public service-oriented individuals for Police Officer Trainee (Entry Level).   The City of Bell Gardens Police Department is committed to providing the highest level of service to the community, while working with the residents and its members, demonstrating professionalism, integrity and accountability.     The Bell Gardens Police Department has a variety of exciting assignments including: Patrol  K-9 Bicycle Detail Motor Detail Special Operations Team General Investigations Detective Special Investigations Detective Field Training Officer This recruitment is for entry-level candidates interested in pursuing a career in law enforcement. Work involves full-time attendance at a Peace Officers Standards and Training (POST) certified Basic police academy to prepare for the responsibilities of a police officer. Academy attendees will...
Aug 02, 2026
Part time
Part-Time Jailer Bell Gardens
$22.37 - $27.19 hourly
City of Bell Gardens Bell Gardens, CA
The City of Bell Gardens Police Department (BGPD) is seeking highly motivated and public service oriented individuals for the position of Part-Time Jailer. This is an excellent opportunity to start a career in law enforcement. We are committed to providing the highest level of service to the community, while working with the residents and our members, demonstrating professionalism, integrity and accountability.  The Bell Gardens Police Department is comprised of the Communication Center, Parking Enforcement, Patrol Unit, Records Unit, and Traffic Unit.     POSITION DESCRIPTION Under the supervision of a Police Sergeant or Lieutenant ,  processes the admission and release of persons in custody including preparing booking reports and release forms, fingerprinting, photographing and safeguarding property entrusted to their care; prepares reports at the station not requiring the presence of a sworn police officer, and performs other related duties, as...
Aug 02, 2026
Full time
Police Officer (Academy Attendee/Graduate/Lateral) Bell Gardens
$98,664 yearly
City of Bell Gardens Bell Gardens, CA
The City of Bell Gardens Police Department (BGPD) is seeking highly motivated and public service-oriented individuals for Police Officer (Academy Attendee/Graduate/Lateral).   The City of Bell Gardens Police Department is committed to providing the highest level of service to the community, while working with the residents and its members, demonstrating professionalism, integrity and accountability.     The Bell Gardens Police Department has a variety of exciting assignments including: Patrol  K-9 Bicycle Detail Motor Detail Special Operations Team General Investigations Detective Special Investigations Detective Field Training Officer This position is open to those who qualify and meet BGPD standards for Police Officer Lateral OR Police Academy Attendee/Graduate.   The City is only accepting online applications for this recruitment.  As such, you must complete and submit an online application and...
Jul 22, 2026
Full time
SAD VA 2026-071    Cyber Threat Intelligence (CTI) and Defense Analyst (JRIC) (E-7/CW2) E1- CW3 JFT Cyber/Cal-CSIC, Norwalk, CA 
State Active Duty (SAD) CMD Norwalk, CA
Position Details  Announcement Number: SAD VA 2026-071  Opening Date: 22 July 2026  Closing Date: 4 August 2026  Position Title: Cyber Threat Intelligence (CTI) and Defense Analyst (JRIC) (E-7/CW2)  Duty Location: JFT Cyber/Cal-CSIC, Norwalk, CA  Selecting Official: OIC Knowledge Manager, JFT Cyber/Cal-CSIC  Projected Employment Date: TBD  Vacancy Announcement Details  The California Military Department is accepting applications for the State Active-Duty position indicated above. An appointment to this position provides full benefit status for the appointee and their beneficiaries. This position is not to exceed 14 March 2027. Continuation and subsequent extensions of service will be determined by the individual’s performance of duty and continuation of funding. The Service Member selected for this position will be paid at their federal or California State Guard pay grade, not to exceed E-7/CW2. This announcement has minimum...
Jul 24, 2026
Full time
CLINICAL SOCIAL WORKER (HEALTH/CORRECTIONAL FACILITY) - SAFETY
$8,265 - $10,066 monthly
Department of State Hospital-Metropolitan State Hospital Norwalk, CA
IF YOU HAVE ALREADY APPLIED TO THIS POSITION BASED ON THE PREVIOUS ADVERTISEMENT, YOUR APPLICATION REMAINS UNDER CONSIDERATION AND YOU DO NOT NEED TO RE-APPLY* This advertisement will run until filled with the following cutoff dates for review of applications: 1st and 15th of each month. Metropolitan State Hospital is located in the city of Norwalk. The Department of State Hospitals-Metropolitan is currently accepting applications for Clinical Social Worker (Health/Correctional Facility) - Safety, Permanent/Fulltime.  Working Title :  Clinical Social Worker (Health/Correctional Facility) - Safety. The Clinical Social Worker (CSW) functions as a treatment team member. The CSW provides case management, individual treatment, and group treatment for patients committed to the Department of State Hospitals. CSWs evaluate patients upon admission, through their hospital stay and through the discharge process. Guided by their clinical opinion, the CSW...
Jul 24, 2026
Full time
Rehabilitation Therapist, Metropolitan State Hospital
$8,010 monthly
Department of State Hospital-Metropolitan State Hospital Norwalk, CA
METROPOLITAN STATE HOSPITAL- Located in Norwalk, Los Angeles County This advertisement will run until filled with the following cutoff date for review of applications: 1st and 15th of each month. Under the clinical and the administrative direction the Program Director Chief of Rehabilitation Therapy Services, the Rehabilitation Therapist assists in facilitating and ensuring that quality Rehabilitation Therapy services, treatment and care are delivered to patients in a safe environment. The Rehabilitation Therapist will maintain responsible stewardship and excellence in forensic evaluation and treatment. The Rehabilitation Therapist is required to have knowledge of mental health principles; the ability to speak and write grammatically; good interpersonal skills, time management skills, organizational skills, and computer skills; and ensure that the provision of Rehabilitation Therapy services is directed toward restoring and maintaining optimal levels of physical...
Jul 24, 2026
Full time
FOOD SERVICE SUPERVISOR II Norwalk
$4,495 - $5,628 monthly
Department of State Hospital-Metropolitan State Hospital Norwalk, CA
METROPOLITAN STATE HOSPITAL-Located in Norwalk, Los Angeles County. *IF YOU HAVE ALREADY APPLIED TO THIS POSITION BASED ON THE PREVIOUS ADVERTISEMENT, YOUR APPLICATION REMAINS UNDER CONSIDERATION AND YOU DO NOT NEED TO RE-APPLY * Under supervision of the Dietetics Assistant Director-Presentation, the Food Service Supervisor II (FSS II) supervises, directs, instructs, and assists Food Service Supervisor I’s in performing their duties and responsibilities directing Food Service Technician I’s/II’s in the areas of the Central Kitchen tray line, dishwashing, and satellite/serving kitchens and dining rooms. The FSS II reviews Food Service Supervisor I’s managing of staffing to ensure maximum efficiency for tray line, dishwashing, and serving kitchens. The FSS II communicates effectively with all Presentation staff, supervisors, Production staff, office staff, and management. The FSS II reviews the Food Service Supervisor I’s assignment...
Jul 24, 2026
Full time
FOOD SERVICE TECHNICIAN II Norwalk
$3,492 - $4,373 monthly
Department of State Hospital-Metropolitan State Hospital Norwalk, CA
METROPOLITAN STATE HOSPITAL-Located in Norwalk, Los Angeles County. *IF YOU HAVE ALREADY APPLIED TO THIS POSITION BASED ON THE PREVIOUS ADVERTISEMENT, YOUR APPLICATION REMAINS UNDER CONSIDERATION AND YOU DO NOT NEED TO RE-APPLY * This advertisement is posted as until filled. Applications will be reviewed on the 1 st  and 15 th  of each month, and selections can be made. However, the Job Control will remain open until the vacancy is filled. The Department of State Hospitals, Metropolitan State Hospital is currently accepting applications for Food Service Technician II, Permanent/Fulltime. Working Title: Food Service Technician II/Nutrition Services. Under supervision of the Food Service Supervisor I/II, the Food Service Technician II will instruct, lead, and coordinate. Serves and assists with the preparation, pre-dish, and assembly of food and beverages; cleans and sanitizes all food service equipment, dining tables & chairs; labels and dates food items,...
Jul 24, 2026
Full time
CHIEF, PROTECTIVE SERVICES AND SECURITY Norwalk
$7,937 - $9,819 monthly
Department of State Hospital-Metropolitan State Hospital Norwalk, CA
Job Description and Duties This advertisement will run until filled with the following cutoff dates for review of applications: 1st and 15th of each month. Metropolitan State Hospital is located in the city of Norwalk. DSH-Metropolitan, Department of Protective Services is accepting applications for Chief, Protective Services and Security, Permanent/Fulltime. Working Title: Deputy Chief of Police – Department of Protective Services. Under the direction of the Chief of Police (CEA), the Deputy Chief is responsible for the overall operation of the Hospital Police Services (HPS), the supervision, direction, and training of personnel, and liaison to local, state, and federal law enforcement agencies. The Deputy Chief enforces local, state, and federal law, maintains a secure and safe operation for the welfare of patients, staff, and the public, and may provide oversight of the facility’s fire services. Due to the type of work DPS...
Aug 01, 2026
Full time
Security Guard - Montebello
$20.13 - $21.63 hourly
Athens Services Montebello, CA
Summary All guards employed by Athens Services are responsible for the security of all property and materials within all company owned facilities. It is expected that every security employee will conduct his/her self in a professional manner at all the times and report those employees and visitors that do not. The primary duty of all the security personnel is to observe and report and at no time should a guard put his/her self in any type of physical danger or verbal confrontation. Job Description To ensure that the building/premise assigned to him/her is safe and secured from any sort of contingencies and acts of violence. To keenly observe each and every person entering the premise and to keep an eye on intruders. To prevent the entry of unauthorized people and prohibited articles into restricted areas. To maintain a log book with details of the names, purpose of visit, and entry and exit times of each and every individual who enters the premise....
Jul 24, 2026
Full time
Police Administration Manager Huntington Park
$112,224 yearly
City of Huntington Park Police Huntington Park, CA
The Position Under direction of the Chief of Police, manages, plans, directs, and coordinates the Police Department’s Administration Division which includes Communications, Records, Youth Services, Crime Analysis and Information Systems; prepares and administers the Department’s budget and grant acquisition; serves as a member of the Police Department Management Team; researches and prepares staff reports; develop, implements, and evaluates the Administrations systems and procedures; performs other related duties as required. Examples of Duties The following duties are typical for this classification. Incumbents may not perform all of the listed duties and/or may be required to perform additional or different duties from those set forth below to address business needs and changing business practices. •Under direction, manages, plans, directs, and coordinates the Police Department’s Administration Division which includes...
Jul 24, 2026
Full time
Police Officer Trainee Huntington Park
$71,726 yearly
City of Huntington Park Police Huntington Park, CA
The Position Under immediate supervision this entry level non-sworn, non-peace officer, uniformed position participates in pre-academy, police officer training academy certified by the California Commission on Peace Officers Standards and Training (P.O.S.T.) and receives training required to become a police officer; to participate in police departmental training activities; and to do related work as required. Examples of Duties The following duties are typical for this classification. Incumbents may not perform all the listed duties and/or may be required to perform additional or different duties from those set forth below to address business needs and changing business practices. • The Police Officer Trainee is a non-sworn non-safety employee who attends a P.O.S.T. certified police academy to develop knowledge and skill to become a Police Officer with the City of Huntington Park. • Upon successful completion of all training, Police...
Jul 24, 2026
Full time
Police Officer Huntington Park
$89,652 - $110,076 yearly
City of Huntington Park Police Huntington Park, CA
Under direction and supervision of the Police Sergeant, Senior Police Officers, or Police Officer, this position patrols assigned area in the maintenance of order, enforcement of laws and ordinance, prevention of crime, and the protection of life and property; does investigation work in the detection of crime and vice; and does relate work as required. Sound judgment is always necessary since much of the work is performed with out direct supervision and decisions affecting life and property must often be made in critical moments.  Examples of Duties The following duties are typical for this classification. Incumbents may not perform all of the listed duties and/or may be required to perform additional or different duties from those set forth below to address business needs and changing business practices.  ·         Responds to calls for service regarding accidents, crimes, threats, alterations and/or...
Aug 07, 2026
Full time
Police Dispatcher I/II - Lateral Entry (01-26)
$5,006 - $7,023 monthly
Whittier Police Department Whittier, CA
Description ****THIS POSITION WILL CLOSE UPON RECEIPT OF A SUFFICIENT NUMBER OF APPLICATIONS AND MAY CLOSE AT ANY TIME. YOU ARE ENCOURAGED TO APPLY AS SOON AS POSSIBLE.**** TO QUALIFY FOR THIS POSITION YOU MUST CURRENTLY BE WORKING AS A POLICE DISPATCHER WITH A POLICE AGENCY AND HAVE AT LEAST ONE OR MORE YEARS OF PAID DISPATCHING EXPERIENCE. THERE WILL BE NO EXCEPTIONS. Under general supervision, receives and processes routine and emergency calls and alarms; dispatches Police and other public service entities as required; enters, retrieves, and uses data from various automated law enforcement information systems; coordinates with other emergency service providers as appropriate; assists in the training of less experienced personnel; learns applicable policies, procedures and work methods associated with assigned duties; performs other related duties as required.  Successful candidates appointed to this position will serve a minimum one-year...
Aug 02, 2026
Full time
Police Officer Lateral Vernon
$115,273 yearly
City of Vernon Police Vernon, CA
 POLICE OFFICER LATERAL  MONTHLY SALARY: $7,597 - $9,234 PLUS AN EXCELLENT BENEFITS PACKAGE   THIS RECRUITMENT IS TO ESTABLISH AN ELIGIBILITY LIST FOR THE  VERNON POLICE DEPARTMENT   TO BE USED FOR FUTURE VACANCIES.  THIS RECRUITMENT IS FOR RECENT CALIFORNIA STATE POLICE ACADEMY GRADUATES  OR  CURRENT CALIFORNIA POLICE OFFICERS. THIS IS A CONTINUOUS RECRUITMENT AND MAY CLOSE AT ANY TIME WITH OR WITHOUT PRIOR NOTICE .   SUMMARY:   Under basic supervision, provides swift, professional, responsive, and courteous police services for the Vernon Police Department (VPD); responds to calls for service, enforces laws and ordinances, and maintains peace and safety in the community; basic duties include patrol, interventions, investigations, and traffic regulation. DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS :   Police Officer  is the experienced sworn public safety designation; working under basic supervision,...
Aug 04, 2026
Full time
Police Officer Recruit, Buena Park, Ca
Buena Park Police Department Buena Park, CA
Police Officer Recruit $5,176 - $6,604 monthly    ***$10,000 SIGNING BONUS***   As of June 22, 2024  Police Officer Recruit                                                 Police Officer                   $5,176 - $6,604 monthly                                            $7,793 - $10,244 monthly  (Plus Academy Costs/expenses while a recruit) ***$10,000 SIGNING BONUS*** Successful Candidates will be paid $3,334 of the Signing Bonus at the time of hire, $3,333 after completion of a Field Training Program and 18-Month Probationary Period, and $3,333 at the completion of the second year of  service.    ...
Aug 04, 2026
Full time
Police Officer- Pre-Trained (Academy Graduated), Buena Park, Ca
$104,582 - $137,467 yearly
Buena Park Police Department Buena Park, CA
            As of June 22, 2024                                                Police Officer  $7,793 - $10,244 monthly ***$12,000 SIGNING BONUS***   Qualified Pre-Trained (Academy Graduated) Candidates Wanted! This position is for candidates who have graduated from the Police Academy but are not currently working as a Police Officer. Applications will be accepted on a  CONTINUOUS BASI S.  Interested individuals are strongly encouraged to apply early! This recruitment is open until filled and may close at any time without notice.     Successful Lateral Candidates will be paid the signing bonus in three installments:   1. $4,000 will be paid on the first paycheck following the employee’s date of hire.  2. $4,000 will be...
Aug 04, 2026
Full time
Police Officer (Lateral), Buena Park, Ca
Buena Park Police Department Buena Park, CA
***$12,000 SIGNING BONUS*** Successful Lateral Candidates will be paid $4,000 at the time of hire, $4,000 after completion of a Field Training Program and 12-Month Probationary Period, and $4,000 at the completion of the second year of  service.   Applications will be accepted on a  CONTINUOUS BASIS.  Apply early. This position may close at any time without notice. Buena Park Police Department is searching for Qualified Lateral Applicants.     Law Enforcement is at its finest here at the City of Buena Park Police Department. With new state-of-the-art facilities and a community-oriented proactive approach to crime, the City of Buena Park Police Department offers a work environment unmatched in Orange County. Would you like to be 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, the City of...
Aug 04, 2026
Full time
Police Officer (Academy Enrolled), Buena Park, Ca
$93,517 - $122,928 yearly
Buena Park Police Department Buena Park, CA
***$10,000 SIGNING BONUS*** (Plus Academy Costs/Expenses while a recruit)      Successful Lateral Candidates will be paid the signing bonus in three installments:   1. $3,334 will be paid on the first paycheck following the employee’s date of hire.  2. $3,333 will be paid after the successful completion of a Field Training Program and  18-Month Probationary Period.  3. $3,333 will be paid at the completion of the employee's second year of service as a Police Officer. Currently Enrolled in a Police Academy? Become a BUENA PARK POLICE OFFICER!   You've made the decision to become a Police Officer. But what agency do you want to begin your law enforcement career at? Look no further than the City of Buena Park. Law Enforcement is at its finest here at the City of Buena Park Police Department. With new state-of-the-art facilities and a community-oriented proactive approach on crime, the City of Buena...
Jul 28, 2026
Full time
LA Port Police Specialist
$89,700 yearly
Port of Los Angeles Police Los Angeles, CA
A Port Police Specialist is a sworn peace officer, authorized to carry a firearm; enforces federal and state laws and regulations, City of Los Angeles ordinances, and security, traffic, and safety rules and regulations; engages in law enforcement activities, including uniformed foot, vehicle, boat, and bicycle patrol and plainclothes assignments at the Port of Los Angeles; makes arrests and prepares written reports; provides information to the public regarding locations and operations of the Department; engages in hazardous materials enforcement; and does related work. REQUIREMENTS/MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS Possess a current California Basic P.O.S.T. Certificate at the time of application;  or , have standing as an LAPD Line Reserve Officer with Certified Designated level 1 (CDL) status;  or , a Basic Course Waiver issued by the California Commission on Peace Officer Standards and Training; Must be 21 years of age at the time of appointment;  and...