36 government jobs found in Fairfield, CA

Description YOU MUST BE A POST ACADEMY GRADUATE, CURRENT, OR QUALIFYING FORMER POLICE OFFICER TO APPLY FOR THIS POSITION. The Fairfield Police Department serves a diverse community and exists to improve the quality of life in Fairfield. The department is committed to working with our community members to solve problems together. Police Officers are expected to perform a wide variety of sworn peace officer duties involving the protection of life and property; to maintain order and preserve peace; to provide assistance to the public; to perform law enforcement and crime prevention work; respond to emergency and non-emergency situations; arrest violators of the law; to conduct investigations and perform other related duties.   To learn more about Fairfield PD, please visit  http://www.joinffpd.com/  or contact the Police Personnel unit at (707) 428-7360. This recruitment is open and continuous and may close without notice once a sufficient number of...

Description THIS POSITION IS FOR APPLICANTS WHO HAVE NOT COMPLETED A CA POST APPROVED POLICE ACADEMY.   IF YOU HAVE COMPLETED OR ARE CURRENTLY ENROLLED IN A POST APPROVED ACADEMY, PLEASE SEE THE JOB ANNOUNCEMENT FOR POLICE OFFICER LATERAL/ACADEMY GRADUATE.    The Fairfield Police Department serves a diverse community and exists to improve the quality of life in Fairfield. The department is committed to working with our community members to solve problems together. Police Officers are expected to perform a wide variety of sworn peace officer duties involving the protection of life and property; to maintain order and preserve peace; to provide assistance to the public; to perform law enforcement and crime prevention work; respond to emergency and non-emergency situations; arrest violators of the law; to conduct investigations and perform other related duties.   Police Officer Trainees attend a Peace Officer Standards and Training (POST) Certified...

Location: Vacaville, CA Schedule: Full Time Flex (Day/Swing/Grave) Perks: Competitive Pay, Weekly and Daily Pay, Growth Opportunities, and Benefits Package Pay: $21.32 / hour Candidates must be able to walk and stand for long periods of time and have open availibility with weekends and weekdays open. As a Security Guard, you will serve and safeguard clients in a range of industries such as Commercial Real Estate, Healthcare, Education, Government and more. Responsibilities: Provide customer service to our clients by carrying out safety and security procedures, site-specific policies and when appropriate, emergency response activities Respond to incidents and critical situations in a calm, problem solving manner Conduct regular and random patrols around the business and perimeter. Working environments and conditions may vary by client site. Minimum Requirements: Be at least 18 years of age for unarmed roles; 21+ years of age...

This is the entry and journeyperson level for this series. Incumbents, under supervision, perform custody, security, and general law enforcement duties and do other related work. All applicants are required to successfully complete the Department of Mental Health's Hospital Orientation training during their probationary period. Hospital Police Officer: All applicants are required to successfully complete the Field Training Officer Program during their probationary period. Education: Equivalent to completion of the 12th grade. and Training Requirement: Satisfactory completion of the training requirements of Penal Code Section 832. Candidates may be admitted to the examination before completion of Penal Code Section 832, but must successfully complete this training before being eligible for appointment. Knowledge of: Basic principles and practices of law enforcement and basic arithmetic as applied in performing peace officer duties. Ability to: Apply sound judgment in...

Marketing Statement Ride BART to a satisfying career that lets you both: 1) make a difference to Bay Area residents, and 2) enjoy excellent pay, benefits, and employment stability. BART is looking for people who like to be challenged, work in a fast-paced environment, and have a passion for connecting riders to work, school and other places they need to go. BART offers a competitive salary, comprehensive health benefits, paid time off, and the CalPERS retirement program. Job Summary   LEARN MORE ABOUT THE BART POLICE DEPARTMENT AT  JOINBARTPD.COM !       Salary Step 1: Minimum $31.27/ Hourly - Step 5: $38.40/ Hourly (BPOA) *Note: All external candidates will start at Step 1. Effective July 1, 2026, the salary will be: Step 1: Minimum  $ 31.89/ Hourly - Step 5: $39.17/ Hourly (BPOA) Reports to Police Sergeant or a Police Civilian Supervisor Current Assignment ** This announcement will be used to...

This is a driving position. You must have a valid BSIS Security Guard License. You must be at least 21 years old. You must have a valid driver's license and a 3-year clean driving record. You must be willing to undergo a background check and a health and vaccination screening. PalAmerican Security - Healthcare Security Officer Opportunities   Are you passionate about ensuring safety and security in a healthcare environment? Do you thrive in roles that require quick thinking and excellent communication skills?   PalAmerican Security, a leader in the Protective & Security industry, is seeking a highly skilled and motivated Healthcare Security Officer to join our team. As a Healthcare Security Officer, you will play a crucial role in providing top-notch security services to hospital personnel, vendors, patients, and visitors. This position offers the opportunity to learn valuable skills in de-escalation, incident reporting, and emergency response....

The Contra Costa County Office of the Sheriff is seeking men and women interested in an exciting and challenging career in law enforcement. Prior law enforcement experience is not required. Individuals who are appointed as Deputy Sheriff–Recruit will attend a Peace Officer Standards and Training (POST) approved police academy, which involves 26 weeks of intensive academic instruction combined with rigorous physical fitness training. Upon successful completion of the Academy, recruits will graduate and be sworn in as Peace Officers and promoted to Deputy Sheriff  ($8,553-$10,917).    Academy graduates may initially be assigned to the Patrol Division or Custody Services Bureau.   Upon successful completion of the Academy, the Deputy Sheriff's pay range is outlined below:  Deputy Sheriff's Pay Range $102,650.00- $124,761.41 (2023-2024) 20% pay increase over  4-year  period effective 07/01/2023 Who We Are:  The Contra Costa County...

The Contra Costa County Office of the Sheriff is seeking men and women interested in continuing an exciting and challenging career in law enforcement. Employees in this class perform routine law enforcement, crime prevention and detection, and detention activities in the County Sheriff's Office. Although no law enforcement experience is required for entrance into this class, incumbents must meet the minimum qualifications as described below.    The Contra Costa County Office of the Sheriff enjoys an outstanding reputation as one of the most professional, progressive agencies in the United States. In addition to operating the most innovative detention facilities in the country, the Office of the Sheriff provides patrol services throughout the county including four contract cities for which it provides total police services. Many other specialized assignments are also available. As a department of over 1,000 employees, with 668 that are sworn, the Contra Costa County Office...

ABOUT US: The East Bay Regional Park District (EBRPD) is a full-service governmental agency stewarding a metropolitan system of public open space parklands and trails in Alameda and Contra Costa counties east of the San Francisco Bay. EBRPD spans across 125,000 acres in 73 regional parks, including over 1,250 miles of trails that are enjoyed by over 25 million visitors and the community per year. The Park District acquires, manages, and preserves natural and cultural resources for everyone to enjoy now and forever to experience nature nearby. OUR MISSION : EBRPD preserves a rich heritage of natural and cultural resources and provides open space, parks, trails, safe and healthful recreation and environmental education.  An  environmental ethic  guides the District in all of its activities.   OUR VALUES: Respect – We honor the land we steward, each other, and the park visitors we serve. Resilience – We creatively adapt to change. We...

POST-Certified Trainer Field Supervisor - Armed Job Type:  Full-Time | Non-Exempt Pay:  $35.00–$40.00 per hour DOE Location:  Oakland, CA & Sacramento, CA Travel:  50%–65% travel throughout Northern California Reports To:  Security Operations Manager Schedule:  Open availability required, including days, swings, graves, weekends, holidays, and emergency call-outs Diligence Security Group (DSG)  is seeking a highly experienced  POST-Certified Trainer Field Supervisor - Armed  to join our growing leadership team. This is a senior-level field leadership position responsible for developing security professionals, maintaining operational excellence, ensuring regulatory compliance, and providing hands-on leadership across multiple client locations throughout Northern California. This position combines instructor-level security training with field supervision and operational oversight. The...

The City of Oakland is an equal opportunity employer that values workforce diversity, inclusion, and equity. Oakland has a long history of activism around issues of justice and equity. Both oppression and this resistance to oppression have shaped the city’s historical roots and the lives of its residents to this day. As public servants in one of the most diverse cities in the nation, we strive to develop employees who understand the harm and impacts of systemic inequity to create lasting, meaningful outcomes for everyone. Oakland strives to establish an environment that embraces the richness of culture, community, and individualism of employees.     Why join the City of Oakland  the Oakland Parks, Recreation & Youth Development  department? With an emphasis on Oakland’s youth, Oakland Parks, Recreation & Youth Development (OPRYD), and its partners will provide best-in-class, relevant, and equitable programs and services, while...

Definition Under close supervision, and in accordance with guidelines and procedures, assists regular staff in the supervision, custodial care and limited counseling of a group of youth or adults placed under the jurisdiction of the Chief Probation Officer. Staff assignments are limited to the Juvenile Detention Facility. Distinguishing Characteristics This class is defined as an extra help class, and will only be used to provide temporary replacements for regular Juvenile Detention Facility staff who are absent due to vacation, sick leave, military duty, leave without pay, or other reasons. It is distinguished from Detention Officer I in that this class is not expected to perform the full range of peace officer duties and responsibilities required of a Detention Officer I, such as independently engaging in the restraint, arrest, or handcuffing of youth or adults.  Additionally, given that incumbents have not completed the Juvenile Corrections Officer Core Course...

Job Qualifications and Responsibilities POSITION SUMMARY Triple Canopy and Constellis' Security Guards provide general security for building patrons and the general public at various state buildings within the Sacramento, CA area. COMPENSATION Hourly Rate - $16.90/hr Health and Welfare - $12.46/hr (Cash in Lieu Available) RESPONSIBILITIES Monitor the entry and exit of personnel at User Agency facilities Inspect facilities to ensure doors, windows and roofs are secure Protect state property and deter theft or criminal activity by serving as a physical presence or visual deterrent while making security checks throughout User Agency facilities Maintain security logs Maintain high visibility, answer routine questions for directions and handle minor problems Observe and immediately report urgent and suspicious situations to the appropriate personnel, and/or emergency services via telephone, radio or any means possible...

This is a continuous filing exam. The next filing cut-offs are at  5:00 pm  on:  1/26/2026,  4/27/2026, 7/27/2026, 10/26/2026   Building Security Attendant is a journey-level class. Incumbents perform a variety of patrol and stationary security functions such as monitoring access to County facilities, facilitating energy conservation efforts, monitoring and activating/deactivating alarms, responding to alarms/events, and observing and reporting facility safety and health hazards. Building Security Attendants are unarmed, uniformed personnel who are licensed guards, carry non-lethal defensive weapons, and are trained in first aid and CPR. Incumbents provide security for facilities through trained and informed observation of facility infrastructure that promotes the health, safety and general welfare of County employees and members of the public. Note  - The following five (5) valid certificates/licenses are required at the time of...

The City of Elk Grove is now accepting applications for the position of POLICE OFFICER - LATERAL   Earn up to $143,550.54 annually depending on years of service, POST and educational incentives, holiday in lieu, and special assignment pays.  Are you looking for a great opportunity to be a part of an agency that aspires to deliver world-class public safety services?  Start a rewarding career with the City of Elk Grove Police Department and partner with a diverse community that shares mutual respect and trust. Join our team in serving our community with pride and integrity! This posting will be used for current vacancies and to establish an eligibility list.  This is a sworn position designed specifically for individuals currently employed as a Sworn Police Officer with another agency and who possess a California P.O.S.T. Basic Peace Officer certificate.    A California P.O.S.T. Basic...

This is a continuous filing exam. Next filing cut-offs are at  5:00 pm  on:    Under close supervision, the Park Ranger Recruit participates in a basic law enforcement training program including a State of California Commission on Peace Officer Standards and Training (P.O.S.T.) approved Basic Academy. Examples of Knowledge and Abilities Ability to   Read and understand departmental policies, rules, instructions, laws and ordinances and general literature pertaining to the County park system and law enforcement activities Analyze and interpret legal codes and ordinances Adopt quick, effective and reasonable courses of action, giving due regard to surrounding hazards and circumstances of each situation Develop keen powers of observation Obtain information through interview and interrogation Understand and follow written and oral direction Keep accurate records and prepare clear, concise and understandable...

This is a continuous filing exam. Next filing cut-offs are at  5:00 pm  on: Sheriff's Community Services Officer I, under supervision, performs non-hazardous vehicle code and parking regulation enforcement, special events or emergency traffic control, general traffic and parking control throughout the general unincorporated area of Sacramento County. Some positions may be assigned to a City to which law enforcement services are provided by the Sacramento County Sheriff's Department. Knowledge of  Major streets, highways, districts and points of interest in Sacramento County Basic arithmetic (i.e., addition, subtraction, multiplication, division, decimals, percentages, ratios, and fractions) English usage, spelling, grammar, and punctuation   Ability to Communicate clearly and concisely, both verbally and in writing Interpret and apply applicable federal, state, and local laws, codes, and regulations Read and...

This is a continuous filing exam. Next filing cut-offs are at  5:00 pm  on:  Under direction, the Sheriff's Security Officer enforces security; safeguards and protects County and/or contracted non-County property, buildings, and equipment. Examples of Knowledge and Abilities Knowledge of Basic law enforcement principles and techniques Operation of communication equipment used in the course of the work, such as radios, telephone, pagers, and related systems Rules, regulations, codes, and laws related to the work Report writing methods and practices Basic first aid   Ability to Maintain the security of building and grounds Practice the correct procedures of patrolling and directing traffic Administer basic first aid Effectively interview Establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with other law enforcement agencies Meet and deal with the public Understand and apply various...

This is a continuous filing exam. Next filing cut-offs are at  5:00 pm  on:  3/13/26, 5/15/26, 7/17/26, 9/10/26, 11/13/26 The testing process consists of a Training and Experience Evaluation Exam. Applicants' relevant experience, education and training will be evaluated based solely upon responses to the Supplemental Questionnaire and the T-score achieved on the  Peace Officer Standards and Training (POST) Entry-Level Law Enforcement Test Battery (PELLETB). Applicants are encouraged to take the PELLETB and receive the results (T-score) prior to submitting an application.  Information about where to take the PELLETB is included in this announcement.     https://www.sacsheriff.com/pages/careers_training_academy.php Under close supervision, the Deputy Sheriff Recruit participates in a basic law enforcement training program including the Sacramento Sheriff’s Office State of California Commission on Peace Officer Standards...

Range A -  $7,913.52 - $9,618.75 /month Range B - $10,603.56/month This is a continuous filing exam. Next filing cut-offs are at  5:00 pm  on:   8/24/26, 10/26/26, 12/28/26*   Under supervision, the Deputy Sheriff performs law enforcement duties to protect life and property and to preserve law and order, and to perform related work as required. This class is the journey level class in the Deputy Sheriff series. Incumbents perform the full range of duties including patrol,  community oriented policing, crime prevention* , crime investigations, supervision and control of inmates, court services, or specialized activities such as training, burglary prevention, and community liaison, depending on the assignment.   Examples of Knowledge and Abilities Knowledge of Federal, State, and County codes and ordinances relating to law enforcement Modern principles and procedures of law enforcement work...