Lateral Police Officer: Specialized Units & Fast-Track Hire

City of Glendale, CA; Glendale (CA); On-site; USD 144,000 - 176,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Longevity pay

POST certificate pay

Bonding leave for childbirth/adoptions

Comprehensive benefits package

Job summary

The City of Glendale, CA is seeking lateral police officers to join a large, full-service department with diverse specialized units, from narcotics to K9 to aerial support. This career offers longevity pay, rapid onboarding for laterals (written and PAT waived), modern equipment, and a strong community policing focus, with opportunities to serve across many assignments and grow professionally.

Applicants must be current California officers, meet POST requirements, and hold a valid California

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED and POST Academy graduation.
• Valid California driver's license.
• Current CA law enforcement officer in good standing.

Responsibilities

• Provide exceptional public safety services with ethical conduct.
• Respond to calls for service, interview and write reports.
• Apprehend suspects with lawful use of force when needed.
• Enforce traffic laws and investigate accidents and incidents.
• Assist in background investigations and court testimony.
• Maintain safety and provide community-based policing.

Skills

Exceptional customer service

Decision making

Conflict resolution

Community policing

Teamwork

English literacy

Education

High school diploma or GED

POST Academy graduate

Job description

The City of Glendale, CA is seeking lateral police officers to join a large, full-service department with diverse specialized units, from narcotics to K9 to aerial support. This career offers longevity pay, rapid onboarding for laterals (written and PAT waived), modern equipment, and a strong community policing focus, with opportunities to serve across many assignments and grow professionally.

Applicants must be current California officers, meet POST requirements, and hold a valid California