Police Officer: POST Academy Graduate

City of Antioch; Antioch (CA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 68,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health and Welfare

Life Insurance

CalPERS Retirement

Holidays

Vacation

Sick Leave

Deferred Compensation Plan

MARA

Educational Incentive Plan

Uniform Allowance

Bilingual Pay

Senior Officer Pay

Shift Differential

Job summary

The City of Antioch Police Department seeks a police officer to patrol assigned areas, respond to emergencies, investigate incidents, and enforce laws. The role requires completion of a POST academy and high school graduation, with extensive training and community engagement emphasized throughout.

Qualified applicants must meet POST standards, undergo medical, psychological, and background screenings, and be prepared for field work, investigations, and public interactions as part of a dynamic

Qualifications

• Basic law enforcement training and field readiness.

Responsibilities

• Patrol an assigned area by car, motorcycle, or foot.
• Investigate crimes, accidents, and disturbances; gather evidence and interview witnesses.
• Respond to calls for protection of persons and property and enforce laws.
• Direct traffic and regulate vehicle flow during emergencies or congestion.
• Appear in court to provide evidence and testimony.
• Manage jail and desk duties as needed.
• Provide information and direction to the public and develop community crime prevention programs.

Education

High school graduation or equivalent

POST Academy completion

Job description

The City of Antioch Police Department seeks a police officer to patrol assigned areas, respond to emergencies, investigate incidents, and enforce laws. The role requires completion of a POST academy and high school graduation, with extensive training and community engagement emphasized throughout.

Qualified applicants must meet POST standards, undergo medical, psychological, and background screenings, and be prepared for field work, investigations, and public interactions as part of a dynamic