POLICE SERGEANT

City of Visalia; Visalia (CA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

The City of Visalia Police Department seeks a Police Sergeant to lead assigned shifts and oversee units in the Operations and Administration divisions. The role entails responding to major incidents, overseeing investigations, and guiding personnel through training and leadership initiatives.

Minimum requirements include sworn municipal experience and a suitable college credential; POST certifications are required, with completion of supervisory coursework within one year of appointment.

Qualifications

• Four (4) years of sworn municipal law enforcement experience.
• Associate's degree or 60 completed college units; BA program accepted in lieu of AA; bachelor's desirable.

Responsibilities

• Supervises assigned shifts in the Operations Division or units; responds to major incidents and investigations.
• Participates in training of police personnel and management projects.
• Provides a positive leadership role in the organization.

Skills

Leadership

Supervision

Training

Education

Associate degree in criminal justice or related field

Proof of 60 college units / BA program accepted in lieu of AA

Bachelor's degree desirable

Job description

*****The Police Department is establishing an eligibility list for the position of Police Sergeant.*****

Applicants must be currently employed with the Visalia Police Department.

The Police Department is establishing an eligibility list for the position of Police Sergeant. Applicants must be currently employed with the Visalia Police Department. The list will be used to fill future vacancies throughout calendar year 2027 unless there are not enough names for consideration. Applicants must meet eligibility requirements and provide appropriate supporting documents.

POLICE SERGEANT

Supervises assigned shifts in the Operations Division, specialty units in the Operations Support Division, or administrative units in the Administration Division; responds to major law enforcement incidents and participates in major investigations; participates in training of police personnel and other management projects and activities. Performs related responsibilities as required and provides a positive leadership role in the organization.

EXPERIENCE AND EDUCATION

Police Sergeant Minimum Requirements:

• Hold the position of Police Agent or


• Four (4) years of sworn municipal law enforcement experience, of which the last two (2) years have been with the Visalia Police Department as a full-time sworn Police Officer.


• Graduation from an accredited college or university with an associate's degree in criminal justice, police science or related field. Proof of a minimum of 60 completed college units and proof of current enrollment in an accredited college or university BA program will be accepted in lieu of an AA degree. A bachelor's degree is desirable.


• Possession of POST Basic Professional Certificate.


• Possession of POST Intermediate Certificate.


• Must successfully complete the POST Supervisory Course within one (1) year of appointment.

Proof of requirements must be attached to your application.

Tentative Written Exam:

Wednesday, December 9, 2026

VECC

PHYSICAL STANDARDS

Must maintain P.O.S.T. physical standards, including mobility and physical strength and stamina to respond to emergency situations and apprehend suspects, lift and push or pull individuals or objects weighing up to 25 pounds and perform the essential functions of the job; ability to work in a standard office setting and to operate a motor vehicle.

the above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by personnel assigned to this classification and is not necessarily an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required.

FLSA: Non‑Exempt

The City of Visalia is an Equal Opportunity Employer