Law Enforcement jobs in Downey, CA

Sep 03, 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...

Sep 03, 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...

Sep 03, 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...

Oct 01, 2026

Full time

Police Officer Trainee (Entry Level)

$3,617 - $7,529 yearly

City of Bell Gardens Bell Gardens, CA

Position Details One Team, One Mission, One FamilyAre you ready to make a difference? Apply Today! 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...

Oct 01, 2026

Full time

Police Officer (Academy Attendee/Graduate/Lateral)

$98,664 - $119,928 yearly

City of Bell Gardens Bell Gardens, CA

Position Details This recruitment is open on a continuous basis and applications are regularly reviewed. You are encouraged to apply immediately. 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...

Oct 01, 2026

Full time

Police Dispatcher

$73,920 - $89,856 yearly

City of Bell Gardens Bell Gardens, CA

Position Details The City of Bell Gardens Police Department (BGPD) is seeking a highly motivated and public service oriented individual for the position of Police Dispatcher. 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 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 general supervision, the Police Dispatcher receives emergency and non-emergency calls for service and dispatches appropriate personnel and equipment utilizing computer aided dispatch, telephone and/or radio communications equipment in accordance with department policies and procedures. WORK SCHEDULE An applicant for this position must be willing and available to work any assigned shift,...

Sep 02, 2026

Full time

Security Guard - Montebello& Riverside

$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....

Sep 25, 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...

Sep 25, 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...

Sep 25, 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...

Sep 08, 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...

Sep 03, 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,...

Sep 03, 2026

Full time

Police Officer Recruit Vernon

$81,931 yearly

City of Vernon Police Vernon, CA

POLICE OFFICER RECRUIT MONTHLY SALARY: $5,898 - $7,169 PLUS, A COMPETITIVE BENEFITS PACKAGE THIS RECRUITMENT IS TO ESTABLISH AN ELIGIBILITY LIST FOR THE VERNON POLICE DEPARTMENT TO BE USED FOR FUTURE VACANCIES. THIS IS A CONTINUOUS RECRUITMENT AND MAY CLOSE AT ANY TIME WITH OR WITHOUT PRIOR NOTICE . Under close supervision, attends a California Commission on Peace Officer Standards and Training (POST) basic training academy to obtain California Peace Officer Certification. This is the entry level non-sworn, non-peace officer, training position. Essential Functions Essential functions, as defined under the Americans with Disabilities Act, may include any of the following representative duties, knowledge, and skills. This is not a comprehensive listing of all functions and duties performed by incumbents of this class; employees may be assigned duties which are not listed below; reasonable accommodations...

Sep 03, 2026

Full time

Police Officer Entry - Level Vernon

$115,273 yearly

City of Vernon Police Vernon, CA

POLICE OFFICER ENTRY LEVEL POLICE ACADEMY GRADUATE MONTHLY SALARY: $7,597 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. 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. Essential Functions As defined under the Americans with Disabilities Act, may include any of the following representative duties, knowledge, and skills. This is not...

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...

Sep 27, 2026

Full time

Police Officer- Los Angeles

$91,224 yearly

Los Angeles Police Department Los Angeles, CA

There are seven steps to the application process: Online Application and Multiple Choice (MC) Test All applicants must complete the Online Application . You must complete BOTH sections, which will take approximately 5 minutes to complete. You MUST submit the Online Application and print a copy to bring with you to the written test. “NEW CHANGES TO TESTING: We are replacing the Personal Qualification Essay (PQE) with an online Multiple Choice (MC) Test! Anyone who begins their application before June 1st will still be able to take the PQE. Anyone who begins their application on June 1st or later will take the MC test. The Multiple Choice Test consists of four sections: Spelling, Vocabulary, Reading Comprehension, and Clarity. Multiple Choice test scores do not expire , so you will only have to pass the test once!” You can now waive the Multiple-Choice test if you satisfy any of...

Sep 21, 2026

Full time

Full-time / Part-time Armed Officers (Los Angeles)

$30.00 - $40.00 hourly

Lions 4 Security Los Angeles, CA

Greater Los Angeles Area JOB DESCRIPTION LOCATION: Various sites in and around Los Angeles, California ABOUT THE COMPANY: Lions 4 Security is an International Private Security firm based in Beverly Hills, California. We offer a full suite of services included, but not limited to Executive Protection, Estate Security, High-end Event Security, Entertainment Security, Corporate Protection, Private Investigations, and Safety Assessments. Our mission is to deliver world-class security and safety services, custom-tailored to meet each client’s unique needs. With guaranteed reliability, professionalism, confidentiality, and an unrivaled commitment to excellence, L4S always strives to exceed expectations. We are looking for highly skilled Armed Security Officers to fill multiple positions, including Executive Protection for elite clients, Estate Protection, and High-End...

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