Police Officer Recruit/Lateral

City of Clovis; Clovis (CA); On-site; Full time

Job description

Overview

Positions hired in the Police Officer Recruit and Police Officer Lateral class may be eligible for up to a $10,000 bonus incentive. The City of Clovis offers premium pay, special assignment pay, and professional development incentive pay.

Disclosures: The City of Clovis is an equal opportunity employer.

Compensation and Benefits

Police Officer Recruit: $42.39–$51.53 per hour; $7,348.00–$8,931.00 per month; $88,176.00–$107,172.00 annually.

Police Officer Lateral: $50.89–$61.86 per hour; $8,821.00–$10,722.00 per month; $105,852.00–$128,664.00 annually.

Additional compensation includes premium pay, special assignment pay, and professional development incentive pay. For more information, visit the City of Clovis personnel pages and the Clovis Police Officers Association salary schedule.

Definitions and Class Characteristics

Definition: Under general supervision, perform general police work to prevent crime and enforce laws; engage with the community to promote public safety; conduct traffic enforcement; perform special assignments; and perform related work as required.

Police Officer Recruit: Entry-level sworn officer with minimal to no prior experience. Training with a field training officer; may drive police vehicle; may be assigned to special details; may be required to establish order in emergencies.

Police Officer Lateral: Distinguished by POST Basic Certificate and two years of sworn peace officer experience. May drive police vehicle; may be assigned to special details; may be required to establish order in emergencies.

Examples of Duties

Patrol assigned areas by car, foot, or motorcycle; respond to calls to protect life and property; conduct investigations; engage with the community and other City departments to promote community policing; educate the public on laws and rights; conduct traffic enforcement and stops; issue warnings, make arrests, testify in court; administer first aid in emergencies; handle civil disturbances; perform crowd control and riot work; transport arrestees; operate radios, firearms, and related equipment; perform related duties as required.

Typical Qualifications

POLICE OFFICER RECRUIT

LICENSE AND CERTIFICATES REQUIRED

• Possession of a valid California Driver’s License and a good driving record.
• Possession of California POST Regular Basic Course Police Academy Certificate (or documented acceptance/enrollment with a POST Academy within specified windows).

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

Education: High school diploma or equivalent.

Experience: None required.

POLICE OFFICER LATERAL

LICENSE AND CERTIFICATES REQUIRED

• Possession of a valid California Driver’s License and a good driving record.
• Possession of Basic POST Certificate.

Out-of-State Lateral Applicants: Applications may be accepted provisionally if enrolled with a California POST-certified academy to obtain the California POST Certificate.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

Education: High school diploma or equivalent.

Experience: Two (2) years of experience as a sworn law enforcement officer.

POST REQUIREMENTS

• Must comply with all POST California Peace Officer minimum selection standards.

Supplemental Information

PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORKING CONDITIONS

• Environment: Office, outdoor, and driving environments; subject to extreme conditions, travel, varied weather, loud environments, and exposure to hazards.
• Physical fitness: Ability to perform demanding physical tasks and wear protective gear.
• Strength: Ability to lift up to 100 pounds maximum; frequently lift or carry objects up to 50 pounds.
• Vision: Corrected vision required; ability to read and observe; firearms qualification maintained.
• Hearing/Speech: Adequate hearing and speech to communicate in loud environments and over radios.
• Dexterity: Use of computer, vehicle operation, and police equipment.
• Working conditions: May require overtime, rotating shifts, evenings, weekends, holidays; may require firearms training and qualification.

SELECTION PROCESS

Interested applicants must submit a City of Clovis online application and supplemental questionnaire. The position remains open until filled. See city website for details and required documentation; contact Personnel at the listed number for questions. Veterans’ preference provisions and reasonable accommodations apply as described in official postings. An oral examination may be used for selection and eligibility lists may be established for up to one year. Examinations and interviews will be conducted by the City of Clovis. Additional post-employment steps may include background, medical, psychological, polygraph, and drug screening as required. Proof of citizenship or eligibility to work in the U.S. will be required at hire.

For more information about the examination content, see the official job posting. The City reserves the right to change terms and conditions without notice.

The City of Clovis is an equal opportunity employer.