Lateral Police Officer - Community Policing & Incentives

Baldwin Park Police Department; Baldwin Park (CA); On-site; USD 88,000 - 107,000; Full time

Job summary

Baldwin Park Police Department is seeking experienced lateral Police Officers to perform patrol, investigations, traffic enforcement, and community policing with integrity and service to the community.

Qualified applicants bring California POST certification, legal driving eligibility, and demonstrated ability to work with diverse communities. This full-time role offers growth opportunities and competitive compensation.

Qualifications

• POST certified and a current California Peace Officer in good standing.
• Must meet age and driving requirements as per state rules.
• Experience in patrol, investigations, traffic enforcement, and community policing.

Responsibilities

• patrol city by car or on foot, respond to calls, enforce laws.
• make arrests, interview victims and witnesses, gather evidence.
• coordinate with other agencies for investigations and pursuits.
• prepare reports on arrests and incidents, maintain records.
• direct traffic during incidents and protect crime scenes.

Skills

Firearms handling

Police radio procedures

Conflict resolution

Communication with public

Education

POST Certificate

California Peace Officer Standards

Job description

Baldwin Park Police Department is seeking experienced lateral Police Officers to perform patrol, investigations, traffic enforcement, and community policing with integrity and service to the community.

Qualified applicants bring California POST certification, legal driving eligibility, and demonstrated ability to work with diverse communities. This full-time role offers growth opportunities and competitive compensation.