Police Officer - Community-Driven Dept | $10k Hiring Bonus

Santa Barbara Police Department; Santa Barbara (CA); On-site; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hiring bonus up to $10,000

Job summary

City of Santa Barbara Police Department is accepting applications for Police Officer positions. The role involves patrol, responding to calls, preliminary investigations, and court testimony. Special pays may apply for bilingual, educational, and assignment-based bonuses.

Candidates must meet POSt standards and possess a valid California Driver's License. Out-of-state candidates may qualify via the Basic Course Waiver Process.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of oral and written communication for report writing and court testimony.
• Ability to think and act quickly in emergency situations.
• Ability to follow written and oral directions and established procedures.

Responsibilities

• Perform law enforcement and crime prevention work; patrol by car, motorcycle or on foot.
• Issue warnings and citations; respond to public service calls; maintain radio contact.
• Conduct preliminary investigations; testify in court; apprehend and book suspects.

Skills

Oral and written communication

Ability to act quickly in emergencies

Public relations

Job description

City of Santa Barbara Police Department is accepting applications for Police Officer positions. The role involves patrol, responding to calls, preliminary investigations, and court testimony. Special pays may apply for bilingual, educational, and assignment-based bonuses.

Candidates must meet POSt standards and possess a valid California Driver's License. Out-of-state candidates may qualify via the Basic Course Waiver Process.