Lateral Police Officer — Proactive, Community-Driven Patrol

City of Benicia; Benicia (CA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

City of Benicia seeks an experienced Lateral Police Officer to join its patrol and investigations teams. The role offers shift patterns, specialized assignments, and a benefits package including holiday pay and uniform allowance.

This lateral recruitment targets sworn officers currently working in California agencies. The department emphasizes community policing, rapid response to incidents, and rigorous training to maintain high professional standards.

Qualifications

• High school graduation or equivalent.
• Graduation from a recognized police academy.
• Experience as a sworn law enforcement officer in California.
• Valid California driver’s license.
• Ability to pass background, polygraph, medical, and psych tests.

Responsibilities

• Protect life and property; patrol assigned beats and respond to emergencies.
• Investigate incidents, collect evidence, prepare reports and testify in court.
• Enforce laws and ordinances; engage with the community to maintain public safety.

Skills

Police procedures

Community policing

Decision making

Education

High school graduation

Police academy graduation

Job description

City of Benicia seeks an experienced Lateral Police Officer to join its patrol and investigations teams. The role offers shift patterns, specialized assignments, and a benefits package including holiday pay and uniform allowance.

This lateral recruitment targets sworn officers currently working in California agencies. The department emphasizes community policing, rapid response to incidents, and rigorous training to maintain high professional standards.