Police Officer - Sign-On Bonus & Field Training

City of Arroyo Grande; Monterey (CA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Signing incentive $10,000

Vacation benefit 40 hours after FTO

Job summary

City of Arroyo Grande is seeking a police officer to deliver and support police services, including law enforcement, crime prevention and investigations. The role requires experience or completion of a POST-certified program and involves patrolling, arrests, and reporting.

Responsibilities include responding to calls, conducting investigations, testifying in court, and maintaining equipment. Applicants must meet California POST standards and be capable of performing physically demanding tasks.

Qualifications

• Lateral candidates must possess a California POST Regular Basic Certificate.
• Recent employment as a California peace officer is required, or POST Requalification by date of employment.
• Must have prior police experience or a completed police academy program with a P.O.S.T. certificate.

Responsibilities

• Patrol the City to respond to calls for police service and enforce laws and traffic regulations.
• Make arrests and perform booking procedures.
• Conduct investigations of criminal activity and traffic accidents; follow up as directed.
• Prepare clear written reports using the department's RMS with minimal errors.

Skills

Patrol duties

Arrest procedures

Investigations

Report writing

Interviews

Communication

Education

High school diploma or GED

College coursework in criminal justice

Job description

City of Arroyo Grande is seeking a police officer to deliver and support police services, including law enforcement, crime prevention and investigations. The role requires experience or completion of a POST-certified program and involves patrolling, arrests, and reporting.

Responsibilities include responding to calls, conducting investigations, testifying in court, and maintaining equipment. Applicants must meet California POST standards and be capable of performing physically demanding tasks.