Police Officer - Lateral *$20,000 Hiring Incentive*

Vacaville Police Department; Vacaville (CA); On-site; USD 122,000 - 175,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hiring incentive - $20,000

Holiday Pay - 5.38%

Educational incentive - 2.5% for AA/5%

Senior Officer Program - 2.5-12%

Bilingual Premium - 2.5%

Clothing Allowance - $1,800/year

Tuition Reimbursement - $2,200/year

Graveyard Shift Differential - $520/月

Take-home Vehicle Program

CalPERS Retirement System

Job summary

The Vacaville Police Department is recruiting Police Officers to protect the public, enforce the law, and serve a diverse community. The role offers a competitive salary and a robust benefits package, with a base salary range of $122,236 to $175,178 per year, plus substantial additional compensation.

Additional pay includes holiday pay, clothing allowance, tuition reimbursement, signing incentives, and bilingual premiums.

Qualifications

• Successful completion of the Police Academy is required.
• An A.A./A.S. degree is desirable.
• Possession of, or eligibility for, the California POST Basic Certificate is required.

Education

Police Academy completion

A.A./A.S. degree desirable

POST Basic Certificate

Job description

Police Officer Salary

$122,236 -$175,178/year*

*Minimum includes 5.38% holiday pay and a $1,800 uniform allowance. Maximum includes uniform allowance, holiday pay, BA degree pay, Senior Officer III pay and bilingual pay.

Additional Compensation and Other Benefits

• Hiring Incentive - $20,000
• Holiday Pay - 5.38%
• Educational Incentive - 2.5% for Associate's Degree/5% for Bachelor's Degree
• Senior Officer Program - 2.5-12% (depends on qualifications)
• Bilingual Premium - 2.5%
• Clothing Allowance - $1,800/year
• Tuition Reimbursement - $2,200/year
• Graveyard Shift Differential - $520/month
• Take-home Vehicle Program
• Generous contributions to medical, dental and vision plans
• Participation in the CalPERS Retirement System

The City of Vacaville is recruiting motivated, professional Police Officers committed to public safety, crime prevention and service to a diverse community. This position is responsible for maintaining the peace and enforcing federal, state and municipal laws.

The Vacaville Police Department is committed to delivering exceptional law enforcement services to our diverse and growing community. With over 175 full-time employees, including 116 sworn positions, we offer opportunities across Patrol, K-9, Investigations, Narcotics, Crime Suppression, Tactical Operations, Traffic Enforcement and Family Services. At the Vacaville Police Department, we are driven by integrity, professionalism, teamwork and strong connections with the community we serve.

Education

• Successful completion of the Police Academy is required.
• An A.A./A.S. degree is desirable.
• Military service and relevant training may also be considered.

Experience

• Successful completion of probation as a sworn law enforcement officer in the State of California.

License or Certificate

• Possession of, or eligibility for, the California POST Basic Certificate is required.

Additional Eligibility

• Out-of-state Peace Officers applying for this position must provide proof of successful completion of the Basic POST Course Waiver process with their application.
• Possession of a valid California Class C driver's license and a satisfactory driving record are conditions of initial and continued employment.
• Police Officer candidates must be at least twenty-one (21) years of age at the time of appointment; must be legally authorized to work in the United States under federal law; must be able to successfully complete a thorough background investigation and successfully meet the job dimension criteria as recommended by POST.
• Spanish bilingual skills are highly desirable.
• Incumbents must successfully complete the Vacaville Police Department Field Training Program as a condition of continued employment.

IMPORTANT: Contact with applicants will primarily occur via email. Please ensure that your application indicates a valid email address that you check regularly.

Selection Process

The City of Vacaville is a professional organization of dedicated employees committed to integrity and public service. Applicants considered for appointment must successfully complete a comprehensive selection process, including, but not limited to, a thorough background investigation (including a CVSA examination), a medical examination and a psychological evaluation.