Community-Impact Police Officer

South Gate Police Department; South Gate (CA); On-site; USD 95,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

South Gate Police Department in California is seeking a Police Officer to enforce laws, prevent crime, protect life and property, and maintain order. The role emphasizes community-based policing and collaborative problem solving; incumbents perform investigations, traffic enforcement, and arrests as needed.

Under general supervision, the officer will patrol, respond to incidents, conduct follow-up investigations, and participate in training.

Qualifications

• Graduation from high school or equivalent or higher education.
• Graduate from a P.O.S.T. Basic Police Academy and obtain/maintain P.O.S.T. certificate within 18 months of hire.

Responsibilities

• Patrols assigned areas by car, foot, or motorcycle and conducts investigations and traffic enforcement.
• Makes arrests, issues citations, and serves warrants; collects statements from victims and witnesses.
• Assists in booking, transporting, and court appearances; conducts follow-up investigations as needed.

Skills

Community policing

Interpersonal communication

Criminal investigation

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

P.O.S.T. Basic Police Academy

Job description

South Gate Police Department in California is seeking a Police Officer to enforce laws, prevent crime, protect life and property, and maintain order. The role emphasizes community-based policing and collaborative problem solving; incumbents perform investigations, traffic enforcement, and arrests as needed.

Under general supervision, the officer will patrol, respond to incidents, conduct follow-up investigations, and participate in training.