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Oct 06, 2026

Full time

$123,653 yearly

San Jose Police Department San Jose, CA

Our diverse and inclusive workforce of more than 7,000 employees play a key role in the success of San José, the heart of the Silicon Valley. All City of San José employees work together as one team to make San José a vibrant, innovative, and desirable place to live and work. Visit here to learn more about our One Team Leadership Values and Expectations, including quality and excellent customer service and here to learn more about San José. The City of San José is an equal opportunity employer. Applicants for all job openings will be considered without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, disability, veteran status or any other consideration made unlawful under any federal, state or local laws. The City of San José is committed to offering reasonable accommodations to job applicants with disabilities. If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a...

Oct 06, 2026

Full time

POLICE OFFICER 2214 (Revised 07/31/26)

$93,730 - $127,660 yearly

Los Angeles Police Department Los Angeles, CA

DUTIES ANNUAL SALARY $93,730 to $127,660 and $97,363 to $127,660 NOTE : Salary range applies to Police Officer I & II. Annual salary is at the start of the pay range. The current salary range is subject to change. Please confirm the starting salary with the hiring department before accepting a job offer. Check for details. DUTIES As a sworn member of the Los Angeles Police Department, a Police Officer maintains order, enforces laws and ordinances, and protects life and property; works with neighborhood associations and community members as a planner, community organizer, problem solver and information link; issues citations, makes arrests, prepares reports, and provides information to the public and departmental units; and does related work. WHERE TO APPLY & APPLICATION DEADLINE THE SELECTION PROCESS IS STARTED by completing two separate Public Safety on-line applications. The first of these can be submitted by creating a...

Oct 06, 2026

Full time

Police Officer Recruit

$109,803 - $144,331 yearly

Buena Park Police Department Buena Park, CA

JOB BULLETIN Applications will be accepted on a CONTINUOUS BASIS and may close without prior notice. Please thoroughly review the entire job bulletin including the applicant information and testing schedule section before submitting your employment application. Police Officer Salary up to $137,467 Annually (Plus Academy Costs/expenses while a Recruit) 5% salary increase effective July 4, 2026 AND ***$10,000 SIGNING BONUS*** Successful Police Officer Recruit 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 a second year of service. 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 Park Police Department offers a work environment unmatched in Orange County. Would you like to...

Oct 06, 2026

Full time

Police Officer Lateral

$109,803 - $144,331 yearly

Buena Park Police Department Buena Park, CA

JOB BULLETIN The City of Buena Park Police Department is seeking qualified Police Officer Lateral applicants! Applications will be accepted on a CONTINUOUS BASIS and may close without prior notice. Please thoroughly review the entire job bulletin before submitting your employment application. THIS POSITION IS OPEN TO CANDIDATES WHO POSSESS A CALIFORNIA BASIC POST CERTIFICATE AND HAVE AT LEAST ONE YEAR OF EXPERIENCE WORKING AS A POLICE OFFICER WITH A CALIFORNIA LAW ENFORCEMENT AGENCY. Police Officer Salary up to $144,331 Annually AND ***$12,000 SIGNING BONUS*** Successful Police Officer Lateral candidates will receive a $12,000 signing bonus, paid in three installments: $4,000 at the time of hire; $4,000 upon successful completion of the Field Training Program and 12-month probationary period; and $4,000 upon completion of two years of service. The City of Buena Park Police Department offers Police Officers the opportunity to serve a diverse community while...

Oct 06, 2026

Full time

Police Officer - Pre-Trained (Academy Graduated)

$109,803 - $144,331 yearly

Buena Park Police Department Buena Park, CA

JOB BULLETIN The City of Buena Park Police Department is seeking qualified Police Officer Pre-Trained applicants! Applications will be accepted on a CONTINUOUS BASIS and may close without prior notice. Please thoroughly review the entire job bulletin before submitting your employment application. THIS POSITION IS OPEN TO CANDIDATES WHO HAVE SUCCESSFULLY GRADUATED FROM A CALIFORNIA POST-CERTIFIED BASIC POLICE ACADEMY BUT ARE NOT CURRENTLY EMPLOYED AS A SWORN POLICE OFFICER WITH A CALIFORNIA LAW ENFORCEMENT AGENCY. Police Officer Salary up to $144,331 Annually AND ***$12,000 SIGNING BONUS*** Successful Police Officer Pre-Trained (Academy Graduated) candidates will receive a $12,000 signing bonus, paid in three installments: $4,000 at the time of hire; $4,000 upon successful completion of the Field Training Program and 12-month probationary period; and $4,000 upon completion of two years of service. The City of Buena Park Police Department offers Police...

Oct 06, 2026

Full time

Police Officer (Academy Enrolled)

$109,803 - $144,331 yearly

Buena Park Police Department Buena Park, CA

JOB BULLETIN Applications will be accepted on a CONTINUOUS BASIS and may close at any time without prior notice. Please thoroughly review the entire job bulletin before submitting your employment application. Police Officer Salary up to $144,331 Annually (Plus Academy Costs/expenses while a Recruit) AND ***$10,000 SIGNING BONUS*** Successful candidates will receive a $10,000 signing bonus, paid in three installments: $3,334 at the time of hire; $3,333 upon successful completion of the Field Training Program and 18-month probationary period; and $3,333 upon completion of two years of service. CURRENTLY ENROLLED IN A POLICE ACADEMY? BECOME A BUENA PARK POLICE OFFICER! You’ve made the decision to become a Police Officer. Now, where do you want to begin your law enforcement career? Consider continuing your training and building your career with the City of Buena Park Police Department. The Buena Park Police Department offers future Police Officers...

Oct 05, 2026

Full time

Police Officer (Entry-Level, Academy Graduate, or Out-of-State Lateral)- Fremont

$121,263 - $162,171 yearly

Fremont Police Department Fremont, CA

The Fremont Police Department is recruiting for the position of Police Officer (Entry Level, Academy Graduate, or Out-of-State Lateral). RECRUITMENT PROCESS Step 1: Apply Applicants must attach a passing PELLETB or NTN score when applying. Scores that are within one year of the application date and that meet the minimum passing score will be accepted. Applicants can take and submit results for either of the two tests below. NTN Law Enforcement Exam : Minimum passing score of 65% for video, 70% for reading and 70% for writing. Virtual and in-person options are available for NTN. A screenshot of your NTN scores must be attached to your application. POST Entry-Level Law Enforcement Test Battery (PELLETB) : Minimum passing score of 49. Step 2: Personal History Questionnaire (PHQ) Step 3: Oral Board Interview Step 4: Management Panel Interview Step 5: Physical Agility Test (waived for...

Oct 05, 2026

Full time

Police Officer (Lateral)- Fremont

$133,389 - $162,171 yearly

Fremont Police Department Fremont, CA

The Fremont Police Department is recruiting for the position of Police Officer (Lateral) . VIEW OUR RECRUITMENT BROCHURE Recruitment Process Step 1: Apply Step 2: Personal History Questionnaire (PHQ) Step 3: Management Panel Interview Step 4: Polygraph Step 5: Background Step 6: Executive Panel Interview Step 7: Conditional Offer (Final job offer is dependent on the Medical and Psychological evaluations) Hiring Bonus Up to 10 Lateral Police Officers hired into the classification of Police Officer for the City of Fremont will qualify for a new hire bonus of up to $100,000. $10,000: Paid on the first paycheck following the Police Officer’s hire with the City of Fremont. $10,000: Paid upon completion of the Field Training Officer (FTO) Program. $15,000: Paid upon successful completion of probation. $15,000: Paid upon one (1) full year following...

Oct 05, 2026

Full time

POLICE OFFICER - lateral or academy graduate- Colton

$91,026 - $110,643 yearly

Colton Police Department Colton, CA

Police Officer - Lateral or Academy Graduate Salary $91,026.62 - $110,643.10 Annually Location Colton, CA Job Type Full-time Job Number 24/25-00062 Department Police Department Opening Date 01/21/2025 Description Benefits Questions Definition Come join our amazing team! Interested and qualified candidates are encouraged to apply as soon as possible. **PLEASE READ THE ENTIRE JOB ANNOUNCEMENT & HIRING BONUS LANGUAGE.** $15,000 HIRING BONUS & how it works. Colton is exciting to offer a Hiring Bonus to all new hire Police Officers. Here's how it works. - $2,500 at the time of hire - $2,500 at the completion of FTO and six (6) months - $5,000 after completion of...

Oct 05, 2026

Full time

Police Officer - Lateral (Experienced)

$88,584 - $120,372 yearly

Oceanside Police Department CA

Introduction THE CITY OF OCEANSIDE IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER The City of Oceanside is accepting applications for current and future vacancies for the position of Police Officer - Lateral. This position will be assigned to the Patrol Division. Applications are being accepted on a continuous basis. Applicants must be currently employed as a Peace/Police Officer and possess a California Basic POST certificate OR a California POST Waiver (Out of State Applicants only). Are you interested in a career in law enforcement or looking to work for an organization and municipality that supports our Public Safety professionals? Look no further than the Oceanside Police Department. The City of Oceanside, CA (population 177,000) is a thriving beachfront community centrally located in the heart of the beautiful Southern California coastline. Located just 83 miles south of Los Angeles, Oceanside is among the region's best places to escape the hustle-and-bustle...

Oct 04, 2026

Full time

Police Officer (Lateral) Chino

$100,005 yearly

Chino Police Department Chino, CA

WERE' HIRING POLICE OFFICER (LATERAL) LATERAL HIRING INCENTIVE Up to $10,000 $5,000 upon new hire $5,000 upon successful completion of probation SALARY & BENEFITS $8,333.75 - $10,128.00 Monthly Plus, eligible pay incentives Excellent Benefits $2,599 monthly benefit bank for health insurance City contributions to: 457 Deferred Compensation Retirement Plan Retirement Health Savings Plan The Chino Police Department is seeking experienced, highly motivated, service-oriented sworn law enforcement professionals to join our team. We are looking for candidates who are committed to serving the community with professionalism, integrity, and respect. As a L ateral Police Officer, you will join a department dedicated to excellence, teamwork, and providing exceptional public safety services to those who live, work, and play in the City of Chino. Qualified applicants may be invited to...

Oct 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,...

Oct 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...

Oct 02, 2026

Full time

Police Officer (Academy Graduate)

$101,726 - $136,323 yearly

Escondido Police Department Escondido, CA

Summary Testing Dates: Physical Agility/PIQ: Saturday, November 14, 2026 Oral Interviews: Monday, November 30, 2026 If you want to join a hardworking team that shares a commitment to provide top-quality municipal services in a prime North County location, consider a career with the City of Escondido. We have an opening for the position of Police Officer (Academy Graduate) in our Police Department. For a complete listing of job duties and qualifications, please refer to the corresponding job description, which can be obtained from the Human Resources Department or downloaded from the City's website. Check out the Escondido Police Department here. Under general supervision, patrols a beat or sector; enforces laws and ordinances and makes arrests; protects life and property and performs the necessary related tasks to fulfill these objectives; performs related duties as required. Key Responsibilities The following duties are typical for this...

Oct 02, 2026

Full time

Experienced Police Officer (Lateral)

$101,726 - $136,323 yearly

Escondido Police Department Escondido, CA

Summary Testing Dates: Physical Agility/PIQ: Saturday, November 14, 2026 Oral Interviews: Monday, November 30, 2026 If you want to join a hardworking team that shares a commitment to provide top-quality municipal services in a prime North County location, consider a career with the City of Escondido. We have an opening for the position of an Experienced Police Officer (Lateral) in our Police Department. For a complete listing of job duties and qualifications, please refer to the corresponding job description, which can be obtained from the Human Resources Department or downloaded from the City's website. Check out the Escondido Police Department here. Under general supervision, patrols a beat or sector; enforces laws and ordinances and makes arrests; protects life and property and performs the necessary related tasks to fulfill these objectives; performs related duties as required. Key Responsibilities The following duties are typical for this...

Oct 01, 2026

Full time

Police Officer (Lateral)

$138,261 - $168,059 yearly

City of Milpitas Milpitas, CA

Definition THIS RECRUITMENT IS OPEN UNTIL FILLED AND MAY CLOSE AT ANY TIME. APPLY EARLY! *** NEW! Lateral Incentive Program beginning in January 2025.*** Credit for years of service at a public agency in an equivalent qualifying eligible role, for the purposes of vacation accrual; AND a one-time, upfront balance of up to 160 hours deposited into a non-cashable leave bank based on prior years of service at a public agency. Contact the Milpitas Police Department directly for more information. The Milpitas Police Department is a full-service department, with 128 employees (94 sworn and 34 non-sworn). The department provides public safety to 81,773 residents in a 13.63 square mile urban area. A wide variety of services include a SWAT Team, UAS Team, K-9 Unit, Police Community Relations Unit, Detective Bureau, and Traffic Safety Unit. Most officers work a 4-10 schedule. To learn more about our department, visit. THE POSITION To perform law enforcement and crime prevention...

Oct 01, 2026

Full time

Police Officer (Entry Level/ Academy Graduate)

$116,332 - $144,507 yearly

City of Milpitas Milpitas, CA

Definition For more information about the Milpitas Police Department, benefits, incentives, and our Recruitment Process click on the following link, . The Position Police Officers serve a diverse community by performing law enforcement and crime prevention duties, which include but are not limited to: controlling traffic flow, conducting investigative work, and performing a variety of technical law enforcement tasks. Police Officers also patrol the City in computer-equipped vehicles, make arrests as necessary, interview victims, complainants and witnesses, collect evidence, and prepare written reports. The Department The Milpitas Police Department is committed to the protection of lives and property by working with our community and providing professional and responsive police services. This is an opportunity to join a dedicated group of professionals who enjoy ensuring the safety of our citizens - Apply today! Milpitas Police Department...

Oct 01, 2026

Full time

Lateral Police Officer & Academy Graduate

$107,954 - $152,398 yearly

BART Oakland, CA

Job Summary We're offering a $15,000 hiring incentive, competitive compensation, exceptional benefits, diverse career paths, and the opportunity to make a measurable impact through innovative, community-focused policing. Learn more about the BART Police Department at JOINBARTPD.COM. Click here to see us in action: Salary Information This position is represented by BART Police Officers Association Employees (BPOA). Academy Graduate (while in Field Training) $ 8,996.14/Monthly (778/Step 21) Lateral Police Officer $ 12,699.83/Monthly (778/Step 5) Who May Apply All current BART employees and qualified individuals who are not yet BART employees. Days Off As assigned. Must be able to work various shifts, weekends, holidays and overtime. Reports To Police Sergeant or Lieutenant. Department BART Police Department is a progressive agency and has been on the forefront – and in some cases the model approach to training in the areas of...

Oct 01, 2026

Full time

Harbor Police Officer (Lateral)

$104,915 - $129,020 yearly

Port of San Diego San Diego, CA

Description This position is for individuals who are currently a Sworn Police Officer, possess a valid POST certificate, graduated from a POST certified Police Academy or are currently attending a POST certified Police Academy and are in good standing. Please continue reading this job posting for additional requirements. GENERAL PURPOSE Under direction, performs a wide variety of professional law enforcement duties involving the protection of life and property, education and enforcement of laws and ordinances, emergency response, criminal investigation, crime prevention and suppression, case preparation and testimony, and providing information and assistance to the public within the District's jurisdiction, including the San Diego Harbor, San Diego International Airport and the San Diego tidelands area; performs marine fire suppression duties aboard boats and land facilities within the San Diego Harbor, marinas and adjacent facilities; performs a variety of special...

Oct 01, 2026

Full time

Police Officer

$101,275 - $123,094 yearly

City of Suisun Suisun City, CA

Description Police Officers are eligible for up to an additional 22% hourly pay and receive excellent benefits! Please review the benefits tab for additional details or contact us directly. The Police Officer performs a variety of duties related to the protection of public health, safety, and welfare and the enforcement of applicable federal, state, and local laws; provides traffic enforcement and control; and carries out special assignments in a particular phase of police work. This is an entry/journey level class responsible for performance of the full scope of assigned law enforcement duties and responsibilities. New incumbents may have limited related experience but are expected to learn the full range of duties and responsibilities, perform duties with minimal direct supervision, and exercise sound judgment and discretion in making decisions. Examples of Duties Patrols assigned areas of the City to preserve law and order, discover and prevent...

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