Police Officer - Lateral ($30K Hiring Incentive)

Palm Springs Police Department; Palm Springs (CA); On-site; USD 75,000 - 105,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hiring Bonus $30,000

Longevity Pay

Education Pay

Special Compensation

Bilingual Pay

Job summary

Palm Springs Police Department is seeking a sworn police officer to patrol designated areas, enforce laws, and respond to a variety of calls. The role involves investigative tasks, writing reports, and collaborating with other divisions to maintain public safety.

Applicants must hold a California POST Basic Certificate or waiver, with additional preferences for prior city/county/state government experience.

Qualifications

• Current sworn peace officer with valid California P.O.S.T. Basic Certificate or waiver.
• Experience in city/county/state government is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Patrol designated areas to preserve law and order and prevent crimes.
• Respond to public service and crime-related calls.
• Plan and execute warrants; interview witnesses and suspects.
• Process evidence and maintain records; input data into computer systems.

Education

California P.O.S.T. Basic Certificate

Job description

THE CITY:

Palm Springs, located in the Coachella Valley, is known for its luxurious yet relaxed lifestyle. Picture waking up to fresh air, surrounded by palm trees, and enjoying stunning mountain views. This city offers a perfect blend of nature and modern living for both residents and visitors. Palm Springs is ideal for families, offering numerous parks, gardens, and nature reserves for leisurely activities and wildlife encounters. With a wide range of attractions and events, there’s always something fun for everyone in the family. To see the exciting things going on visit the Engage Palm Springs website. The City of Palm Springs is committed to cultivating a diverse, equitable, and inclusive workplace, from policies to inclusive healthcare, and making people of various backgrounds feel welcome and supported. To view our recent Human Rights Campaign, visit the Municipal Equity Index website.

THE POSITION:

This position is a member of the Palm Springs Police Department and provides services in the enforcement of laws including the protection of persons and property, the prevention of crimes; the control of traffic flow and enforcement of State and local traffic regulations; and performing a variety of technical and administrative tasks in support of the Police Department.

PAY INCENTIVES:

• $30,000 Hiring Bonus: Available to eligible new hire lateral police officers.

Longevity Pay:

• 10 years – 11 years and 364 days – 2.50%
• 12 years – 13 years and 364 days – 3.50%
• 14 years – 15 years and 364 days – 4.50%
• 16 years – 17 years and 364 days – 6.0%
• 18 years – 19 years and 364 days – 7.50%
• 20 years or more – 10.0%

Education Pay:

• Additional 1.5% of base salary for an associate degree.
• Additional 3.0% of base salary for a bachelor's degree.

Special Compensation (Please review the current MOU for additional information and requirements):

• Motor Officer: 5% of base salary
• Lead Investigator: 10% of base salary
• Canine Officer: 5% of base salary
• FTO: 5% of base salary
• Bilingual Pay: $250/per month

Essential and other important responsibilities and duties may include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Patrol a designated area of the City to preserve law and order and discover and prevent the commission of crimes; enforce traffic and other laws and ordinances.
• Respond to general public service and crime victim calls, traffic hazards, stray animal reports, and related misdemeanors and felony incidents.
• Plan, execute, write, and serve search warrants; search suspects, vehicles, residences and buildings for evidence, contra band and lost or missing people.
• Serve arrest warrants; make arrests for crimes committed under penal and institute codes; perform booking procedures for new prisoners; contact and interview witnesses to gain additional information.
• Process and store evidence and property found at various crime scenes; maintain records, and enter data into computer as necessary.
• Investigate organized crime and gang activities, subjects, groups, and representatives relative to assigned area of responsibility; collect intelligence information and produce cases and reports for presentation to the District Attorney.
• Review and investigate reports relating to vehicle theft and accidents.
• Conduct a variety of investigations relative to assigned area of responsibility including narcotics, crimes against property and persons; gather information from witnesses and informants; interview suspects; prepare reports, and follow up on investigations.
• Testify in juvenile and civil courts and DMV hearings; prepare and process court reports.
• Maintain and operate specialized police surveillance equipment including transmitters, radios, and cameras.
• Develop, conduct and participate in training exercises and classes; respond to and resolve questions and concerns; stay abreast of current crime trends and innovative policing techniques; implement new information into training programs as appropriate.
• Perform unique duties of assigned area of responsibility including SWAT, K-9, bicycle, and mounted police units.
• Assist other investigators and police divisions in related investigative activities.
• May serve in a lead capacity in the absence of immediate supervisor.
• Provide news releases to the media; conduct television interviews for public awareness.
• Perform related duties and responsibilities as required.

Minimum requirements must be clearly demonstrated on the application to be considered, however, meeting the minimum requirements does not guarantee an invitation to compete further in the selection process. Experience requirements must be demonstrated in the Work Experience section of the application, other sections of the application will not be used to determine experience qualifications. (One year of work experience is the equivalent of 12 months of full-time work. Full-time work means at least 36 hours of work over a period of one week or 1,872 hours of work over a period of at least 12 months.) Qualifications noted as desirable or preferred are not included as part of the minimum requirements.

Experience

Current employment, or employment within the last three (3) years as a full-time Sworn Peace Officer, for a City, County, or State Government and possession of a California P.O.S.T. Basic Certificate or California P.O.S.T. Basic Course Waiver is required.

• California public agency experience as a Sworn Peace Officer, for a City, County, or State Government is highly desirable.

Training

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