Police Officer - Lateral: Impactful Community Protector

City of Campbell; Campbell (CA); On-site; USD 179,000 - 219,000; Full time

Job summary

City of Campbell is seeking an experienced Police Officer - Lateral to transfer from another agency. This sworn role enforces federal, state, and local laws, conducts patrols, handles traffic enforcement, and participates in investigations and court testimony.

Requires POST basics and 60 semester units/90 quarter units, with no experience required for some candidates. Salary is up to $199,435.16 including qualifying certificates and premiums.

Qualifications

• 60 semester units or 90 quarter units completed at an accredited college or university.
• POST approved basic academy completed.

Responsibilities

• Enforces Federal, State and Municipal laws and ordinances; patrols in cars, on motorcycles or bicycles, and on foot.
• Enforces traffic laws and investigates accidents.
• Answers calls for service and protects life and property; makes arrests and testifies in court.
• Performs crime prevention duties and community relations activities.
• Prepares reports and maintains departmental equipment.

Skills

Legal knowledge

Firearms handling

Report writing

Public interaction

Education

60 semester units / 90 quarter units

POST basic academy

Job description

City of Campbell is seeking an experienced Police Officer - Lateral to transfer from another agency. This sworn role enforces federal, state, and local laws, conducts patrols, handles traffic enforcement, and participates in investigations and court testimony.

Requires POST basics and 60 semester units/90 quarter units, with no experience required for some candidates. Salary is up to $199,435.16 including qualifying certificates and premiums.