Police Officer (Lateral/Academy Trained)

City of Orange; Orange (CA); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

The City of Orange Police Department is looking for dedicated individuals to join as Police Officers. Candidates must demonstrate a commitment to law enforcement, completing physical tests and interviews as part of the application process. Competitive salary ranges from $7,586 to $10,117 monthly, plus a $10,000 hiring incentive and various benefits.

Benefits

Flexible work schedule (3/12 or 4/10)

Holiday and vacation accrual

Court standby pay

Deferred compensation options

Qualifications

• Completion of POST Basic Police Academy required.
• Legal authorization to work in the U.S.
• Valid California driver license.

Responsibilities

• Enforce laws and arrest violators.
• Investigate crimes and direct traffic.
• Engage with the community.

Skills

Problem Solving

Communication

Physical Fitness

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Join the City of Orange Police Department as a Police Officer!

Testing Date: Saturday morning, July 12, 2025

Candidates who pass the application screening will be invited to take the physical ability test on this date. Those who pass will be interviewed on the same day.

Salary and Incentives:

• $10,000 hiring incentive: $5,000 upon hire and $5,000 after successful completion of probation.

Application and Selection Process:

The City of Orange seeks dedicated individuals eager to serve and make a difference. Successful candidates will demonstrate a desire for a career in law enforcement through their education and experience. The selection process includes, but is not limited to, a Physical Ability Test (pass/fail) and an in-person interview.

Physical Ability Test Components:

• Obstacle Course (Foot Pursuit): 99 yards involving turns, balance beams, and hurdles.
• Climb over two six-foot walls (up to three attempts each).
• Dummy Drag: Lift, drag, and pull a 165 lbs dummy for 35 ft.
• 500-Yard Run: Timed completion.

Police Officer Salary and Benefits:

The salary ranges from $7,586 to $10,117 per month, plus benefits and incentives. Retirement benefits are provided through CalPERS or other California retirement systems, with specifics depending on hire date and membership status.

Additional pay incentives are available for specialized assignments, education, language skills, and seniority, among others.

Other benefits include a 3/12 or 4/10 work schedule, holiday and vacation accrual, court standby pay, and optional deferred compensation. For detailed benefits, see the Police Officers' MOU.

Automatic Disqualifiers: Review the Automatic Disqualifier Notice before applying.

Responsibilities include enforcing laws, patrolling, investigating crimes, directing traffic, issuing citations, testifying in court, collecting evidence, making arrests, and community engagement.

Lateral Police Officer Requirements:

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• California POST Basic Police Academy graduate with a current POST Certificate.
• At least one year of full-time sworn Peace Officer experience.
• Legal authorization to work in the U.S.
• Valid California driver license with a good record.
• Residency within 100 miles of Police Headquarters, California.

Academy-Trained Police Officer Requirements:

• Completion or current enrollment in a California POST Basic Police Academy.
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Legal authorization to work in the U.S.
• At least 20 years old at application, 21 at appointment.
• Valid California driver license with a good record.
• Residency within 100 miles of Police Headquarters, California.

Physical requirements include the ability to perform tasks involving driving, walking, standing, running, lifting, and operating equipment, with exposure to various environmental conditions.