Police Officer-Lateral

City of Elk Grove, CA; Sacramento (CA); On-site; USD 85,000 - 114,000; Full time

Job summary

The City of Elk Grove is hiring a Lateral Police Officer, offering competitive salaries up to $143,550.54 annually. This sworn position requires a California P.O.S.T. certificate, focusing on community safety through law enforcement and emergency response. The role emphasizes integrity and public service within a diverse community.

Benefits

CalPERS retirement

Deferred compensation

Health insurance

Paid leave

Wellness programs

Qualifications

• Must possess a California P.O.S.T. certificate and a valid driver’s license.
• Education can be substituted with military service or college credits.

Responsibilities

• Enforce laws and respond to emergencies.
• Conduct investigations, make arrests, and testify in court.
• Engage with the community and prevent crime.

Skills

Community Engagement

Law Enforcement

Investigation

Emergency Response

Education

California P.O.S.T. Basic Peace Officer certificate

Job description

Salary : $85,016.00 - $113,929.00 Annually

Location : CA 95758, CA

Job Type : Full-time

Job Number : AC

Department : Police

Opening Date : 05 / 12 / 2025

Closing Date : 6 / 9 / 2025 11 : 59 PM Pacific

Description / Special Instructions

The City of Elk Grove is accepting applications for the position of POLICE OFFICER - LATERAL. Earn up to $143,550.54 annually depending on experience, POST and educational incentives, and special pays. Join our diverse community-focused police department committed to public safety and integrity.

This is a sworn position for experienced officers with a California P.O.S.T. Basic Peace Officer certificate. A valid certificate must be attached to your application.

Recruitment Timeline

• Filing Deadline: June 9, 2025, 11:59 PM
• Oral Board Interviews: June 19, 2025 (in person)

Benefits

The City offers a competitive salary, CalPERS retirement, deferred compensation, and more. See detailed benefits in the original description.

Community Profile

Elk Grove, near Sacramento, is a vibrant, ethnically diverse city with low crime, excellent schools, parks, trails, and community events.

Responsibilities

Enforce laws, respond to emergencies, conduct investigations, make arrests, testify in court, and engage with the community. Additional duties include traffic control, crime prevention, and supporting educational programs.

Qualifications

Must possess a California P.O.S.T. Basic Peace Officer certificate, a valid driver’s license, and meet age and experience requirements. Education can be substituted with military service or college credits.

Physical and Environmental Demands

Work outdoors, perform physical tasks, operate police equipment, and respond to emergencies. Must meet vision and hearing standards.

Additional Information

Includes benefits such as health insurance, retirement, paid leave, and wellness programs. Must complete supplemental questionnaire as part of application.

Applicants must agree to answer questions truthfully and meet minimum requirements to be considered.