Police Officer (Lateral/Academy Graduate)

Menifee Police Department; Menifee (CA); On-site; USD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

The City of Menifee invites qualified individuals to apply for Police Officer (Lateral and Academy Graduate). This recruitment will establish an open eligible list for current and future vacancies within the Menifee Police Department. Applicants must meet POST requirements and be at least 21 years old, possess U.S.

citizenship or lawful presence, and have completed the POST Academy or a waiver. This role offers growth through patrol, investigations, narcotics, traffic, canine, and task force

Qualifications

• Must have high school diploma or equivalent.
• Completion of California POST-certified Police Academy.
• Current peace officer employed with public agency in good standing.
• For academy graduates, requirement includes POST-certified Academy or recertification within last 3 years.

Responsibilities

• Enforce federal, state, county, and city laws and ordinances.
• Patrol assigned areas by vehicle, bike, motorcycle, or on foot to prevent crime and maintain public order.
• Conduct preliminary and follow-up investigations of crimes, disturbances, accidents, and other incidents.
• Serve warrants and subpoenas; make arrests for criminal violations.
• Interview victims, witnesses, and suspects; gather, preserve, and document evidence.
• Testify and present evidence in court proceedings.
• Investigate suspicious persons, vehicles, and activities; perform crowd control during events, parades, or riots.
• Conduct traffic stops; issue warnings, citations, or make arrests; investigate vehicle accidents and direct traffic.
• Administer first aid and respond to medical emergencies.
• Prepare accurate reports, field notes, and case documentation.
• Attend briefings, training sessions, and professional development programs.
• Maintain patrol vehicles, firearms, and assigned equipment.
• Build and maintain positive relationships with the public; work with community members to identify and address safety concerns.
• Participate in school resource programs, crime prevention initiatives, and public presentations.
• Serve in specialized assignments such as investigations, narcotics, traffic, canine, or task forces.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

California POST-certified Police Academy

POST Re-certification within last 3 years

Job description

Police Officer (Lateral and Academy Graduate)

This recruitment is a continuation of a previously posted bulletin; if you have applied for the position of Police Officer (Lateral/Academy Graduate) for the City of Menifee within the past 12 months, your application is still under consideration, and you do not need to reapply.

OPEN TO THE PUBLIC

This recruitment is being held to establish an open eligible list to fill current and future Police Officer positions.

DEADLINE TO APPLY

This recruitment will be open for a minimum of five (5) business days and will remain open on a continuous basis until 11:59 p.m. (PST) on the day the needs of the City are met. Application review for the first round of consideration will take place on Friday, November 21, 2025. Qualified applicants are encouraged to apply immediately.

THE CITY

The City of Menifee is a vibrant and rapidly growing municipality located in southwestern Riverside County, dedicated to enhancing the quality of life for its residents through innovative public service and strategic development. Under the leadership of the City Manager, Menifee operates through a dynamic organizational structure composed of fifteen (15) departments - Building & Safety, City Attorney, City Clerk, City Manager, Code Enforcement, Community Development, Community Services, Economic Development, Engineering, Finance, Fire Department, Human Resources, Information Technology, Police, and Public Works, each committed to supporting the city’s mission of responsive governance, sustainable growth, and public safety. With a strong emphasis on infrastructure development, community engagement, and innovation, the City of Menifee continues to enhance the quality of life for its diverse and dynamic population.

THE DEPARTMENT

The City of Menifee Police Department is a full-service law enforcement agency committed to protecting and serving the residents of Menifee with professionalism, integrity, and transparency. Established to meet the needs of a rapidly growing community, the department provides a wide range of services including patrol, traffic enforcement, criminal investigations, and community outreach programs. Guided by a strong sense of stewardship and a commitment to accountability, professionalism, respect, and consistency. By fostering open communication and building strong partnerships with our residents, we work to strengthen community trust and support proactive, community-focused policing. Under the leadership of Chief Dave Gutierrez, the Menifee Police Department strives to create a safe and connected community where people feel supported and secure.

THE OPPORTUNITY

The Police Officer will serve as a vital member of the department, working to protect the health, safety, and welfare of the community. The Police Officer will patrol assigned areas by vehicle, bike, motorcycle, or on foot to prevent crime, enforce federal, state, and local laws, and maintain public order. The Police Officer will conduct investigations into criminal activity, traffic accidents, and other incidents; serve warrants and subpoenas; make arrests; gather and preserve evidence; and provide testimony in court. The Police Officer will respond to emergencies, administer first aid, and assist during medical calls. In addition, the Police Officer will engage with the community to build trust, identify concerns, and participate in programs such as school resource initiatives and crime prevention efforts. The Police Officer will also have opportunities for specialized assignments, including investigations, narcotics, traffic, canine, and task forces, offering both variety and professional growth.

The Police Officer will be responsible for, but not limited to, the following:

• Enforce federal, state, county, and city laws and ordinances.
• Patrol assigned areas by vehicle, bike, motorcycle, or on foot to prevent crime and maintain public order.
• Conduct preliminary and follow-up investigations of crimes, disturbances, accidents, and other incidents.
• Serve warrants and subpoenas; make arrests for criminal violations.
• Interview victims, witnesses, and suspects; gather, preserve, and document evidence.
• Testify and present evidence in court proceedings.
• Investigate suspicious persons, vehicles, and activities; perform crowd control during events, parades, or riots.
• Conduct traffic stops; issue warnings, citations, or make arrests; investigate vehicle accidents and direct traffic.
• Administer first aid and respond to medical emergencies.
• Prepare accurate reports, field notes, and case documentation.
• Attend briefings, training sessions, and professional development programs.
• Maintain patrol vehicles, firearms, and assigned equipment.
• Build and maintain positive relationships with the public; work with community members to identify and address safety concerns.
• Participate in school resource programs, crime prevention initiatives, and public presentations.
• Serve in specialized assignments such as investigations, narcotics, traffic, canine, or task forces.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

MINIMUM AND DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS

Lateral Candidates

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Successful completion of a California POST-certified Police Academy.
• Current full-time employment as a peace officer in good standing with a public agency.
• Possession of a valid California POST Basic Certificate or POST Basic Course Waiver at the time of application.

Academy Graduate Candidates

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Successful completion of a California POST-certified Police Academy or POST Re-certification within the last three (3) years.

Additional Requirements (All Candidates)

• Must be at least 21 years of age at the time of appointment.
• Must possess U.S. Citizenship at the time of appointment.
• Valid California C