Lateral Police Officer — Proactive Community Defender

City of Signal Hill, CA; Signal Hill (CA); Sur place; USD 90 000 - 130 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

The City of Signal Hill Police Department is hiring qualified lateral/academy graduate applicants, not entry‑level. Candidates must hold a California POST Basic Certificate or equivalent and be in good standing with a law enforcement agency, with a valid CA driver’s license.

The process includes a multi‑phase examination and background checks. Essential duties include patrol, traffic control, investigations, and public safety responsibilities across the City.

Qualifications

• High School graduate or GED equivalent; sixty college units with emphasis on criminal justice or related field desirable.
• Lateral candidates must be employed in good standing with a California POST‑approved law enforcement agency and have completed probation.
• Must possess a California POST Basic Certificate or proof of graduation from a POST‑certified academy; and a valid California Driver’s License.

Responsabilités

• Patrol the City, respond to calls, enforce laws, and conduct investigations.
• Direct traffic at fires, events, and emergencies to ensure safety and smooth flow.
• Perform crime prevention inspections; collect and preserve evidence and file related reports.
• Supervise firearms range; train sworn personnel in use of firearms and maintain equipment.

Formation

High School graduate or GED with sixty college units desirable

Description du poste

The City of Signal Hill Police Department is hiring qualified lateral/academy graduate applicants, not entry‑level. Candidates must hold a California POST Basic Certificate or equivalent and be in good standing with a law enforcement agency, with a valid CA driver’s license.

The process includes a multi‑phase examination and background checks. Essential duties include patrol, traffic control, investigations, and public safety responsibilities across the City.