Patrol & Investigations Lead Sergeant

City of Arvin; Arvin (CA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

City of Arvin is seeking a Police Officer with proven leadership to supervise patrol teams and assist in investigations. You will plan shifts, direct field operations, and ensure compliance with department rules and state law.

Requirements include California POST academy graduation, intermediate POST, 3–5 years in law enforcement, and a valid CA driver's license. Candidates must be 21+ and able to work flexible hours, holidays, and demanding callouts.

Qualifications

• United States Citizenship (naturalization) required.
• Minimum of 20 college course units completed; Associate degree preferred.
• Associate or higher degree must be obtained within two years of appointment.
• Graduate of a California POST-certified academy.
• Intermediate POST certificate required; Advanced POST within two years.
• Completion of POST supervisory course within one year required.
• Three to five years of law enforcement experience in a POST agency.
• Valid California Driver's License with acceptable driving record.
• Minimum age 21; physical strength to perform duties.
• Flexibility to work various shifts and holidays.
• No disqualifying misdemeanor/felony history for firearm ownership.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and assist patrol officers in daily operations per department rules and law.
• Perform Police Officer duties as directed.
• Supervise patrol and investigative activities and respond to citizen complaints.
• Plan, direct, and supervise patrol on assigned shifts and provide administrative direction.
• Review subordinates' performance and ensure policy compliance.
• Prepare reports on arrests, investigations, and incidents as required.
• Assist in training and mentoring subordinates; prepare performance evaluations.
• Inform superiors of operations and major crimes; coordinate with detectives as needed.
• Supervise major crime scenes and review cases for DA submission.
• Manage department logistics, supplies, equipment, and support services.
• Oversee patrols to preserve peace, enforce laws, and control traffic.
• Respond to emergency calls and investigate accidents, robberies, disturbances, and crimes.

Skills

Physical fitness

Shifts flexibility

Citizenship requirement

Education

Associate degree preferred

California POST academy graduate

Intermediate POST certificate

Tools

California Driver's License

Job description

City of Arvin is seeking a Police Officer with proven leadership to supervise patrol teams and assist in investigations. You will plan shifts, direct field operations, and ensure compliance with department rules and state law.

Requirements include California POST academy graduation, intermediate POST, 3–5 years in law enforcement, and a valid CA driver's license. Candidates must be 21+ and able to work flexible hours, holidays, and demanding callouts.