Police Officer Lateral

Salary : $88,524.00 - $118,692.00 Annually
Location : Fresno
Job Type: Full-Time
Job Number: N14732
Department: Police Department
Division: Patrol
Opening Date: 04/01/2026
Closing Date: 12/31/2026 11:59 PM Pacific
Bargaining Unit: 04A


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Position Description
FILING DEADLINE: Continuous/Open until Filled (City of Fresno will accept applications until a sufficient amount of applications have been received, or selection has been made; therefore the recruitment may close at anytime.)
The Fresno Police Department is looking for experienced officers who have the energy level and commitment to be part of a vigorous law enforcement agency. The selected candidate will be expected to encompass a high level of commitment to public service and a demonstrated history of achievement in law enforcement. Fresno Police Officers perform law enforcement duties in the protection of life and property. Work normally consists of performing law enforcement duties according to department rules and regulations. Incumbents receive general and special instructions and must be able to act without supervision.

Immediate and future vacancies will be filled from this eligible list for a period of six (6) months from the date the eligible list is created.

The Requirements

Applicants must meet the minimum qualifications on or before the posted filing deadline in order to qualify for the examination.

TO QUALIFY, an applicant must have the following:

Two (2) years of experience performing the full range of duties as a sworn Peace Officer with a local governmental law enforcement agency within the past one (1) year, and possession of a California State Peace Officer Standards and Training (P.O.S.T.) Basic Certificate.

OR

Two (2) years of experience performing the full range of duties as a sworn Peace Officer with a local governmental law enforcement agency within the past one (1) year, and proof of enrollment of the California P.O.S.T. Requalification Course. For applicants who are enrolled in the P.O.S.T. Requalification Course, successful completion of the course is required within six (6) months of a conditional offer of employment.

OR

A lapse of not more than three (3) years since last employment as a Police Officer who completed the probationary period with the Fresno Police Department and possession of a California State Peace Officer Standards and Training (P.O.S.T.) Basic Certificate.

- Must be at least 21 years of age at time of appointment and a citizen of the United States or a permanent resident alien who is eligible and has applied for citizenship.

- A valid California Driver's License at time of appointment. License must be maintained during the entire term of employment in this job class. Candidates considered for hire must provide proof of a valid driver's license and current copy of their driving record.

ALL CORRESPONDENCE regarding this recruitment and exam process will be sent via e-mail. All applicants will acknowledge such understanding when they complete their on-line application. Verify we have your correct e-mail address before you submit your application. It is an applicant's responsibility to check their email frequently to ensure they receive all pertinent communication from the Personnel Services Department on a timely basis. Applicants will receive an automatically generated confirmation e-mail upon a successful application submittal. The e-mail is the only proof of submittal.

It is an applicant's responsibility to check their email account and to ensure it is set up to accept emails from the City of Fresno. Dependent upon your settings, notices from the City of Fresno may be directed to the "junk mail" or "spam" folders. It is the applicant's responsibility to check these folders.

Applications must be submitted by midnight on the filing deadline or they will not be accepted for any reason.

Selection Process

The examination process may consist of the following:


PANEL INTERVIEW - 100% : A panel interview will be administered by a panel of officers. The panel of subject matter experts will evaluate a candidate's ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships, ability to deal courteously but firmly with the general public, ability to react quickly and calmly in emergencies or other topics related to a candidate's training, experience, and personal traits for the position of Police Officer Lateral. Candidates must achieve a passing score to qualify for the eligible list.


Since this recruitment is open on a continuous basis, the examination process may be repeated periodically, depending on the number of applicants. As these processes are completed, new candidates will be merged with the current eligible list. Although your score will remain the same through this process, your placement on the eligible list may change.

Eligibles certified to the Police Department for consideration must successfully complete a polygraph test or computer voice stress analyzer test, extensive background investigation, and police department interview before receiving a conditional offer of employment. Individuals receiving a conditional offer of employment must successfully complete a psychological exam and medical exam before receiving a final offer of employment.
How To Apply

For information on how to complete an online application, please visit the tab. For NEOGOV Application Assistance, please call View phone number on click.appcast.io or email View email address on click.appcast.io. ONLY ONLINE APPLICATIONS AND MATERIALS ARE ACCEPTED and must be submitted by midnight on the closing deadline, or they will not be accepted for any reason.

Required licenses, certifications, and education must be verified with supporting documents. Foreign education must be evaluated by a credential evaluation service recognized by the U.S. Department of Education. Please ensure all relevant attachments are uploaded with your application.

For the work experience section, provide detailed descriptions of job duties for each position related to the specific role you are applying for. Resumes are not a substitute for completing this section and will only be reviewed as supplemental information, not for determining minimum qualifications.

For other City of Fresno employment opportunities, please view our If you have recruitment questions, please call our office at View phone number on click.appcast.io. Our office is located at 2600 Fresno Street, Room 1030, Fresno, CA 93721.
Equal Opportunity Employer

The City of Fresno is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Should you need a special accommodation due to a qualifying disability, please contact the Personnel Service Department at View phone number on click.appcast.io in advance of the examination.
Unit 4

Non-Supervisory Police

Fresno Police Officers Association (FPOA)

BENEFITS

DESCRIPTION
HEALTH INSURANCE

The City contributes toward monthly premiums for PPO medical, dental and vision for employee and dependents.

FLEXIBLE SPENDING ACCOUNT
IRS 125 plan for health and dependent care expenses.
DEFERRED COMPENSATION

Voluntary 457 plan with Fidelity Investments to increase your retirement savings.

SICK LEAVE

Accrue eight (8) hours per month.

VACATION LEAVE

Accrue (10-18.667) hours per month.

HOLIDAYS
Eight -2/3 hours per month.
UNIFORM ALLOWANCE

$1300 Per Year
HEALTH REIMBURSEMENT ARRANGEMENT: Eligible retirees can use remaining Sick Leave balance at 80% of hourly rate and other leave balances, if applicable, to reimburse medical insurance and qualified medical expenses, tax free.
RETIREMENT: City of Fresno Retirement Systems, one of the best funded public systems in the state. Reciprocity with other CA public agencies. Vested in Retirement benefits after 5 years of service. City employees do not participate in Social Security.
DROP (Deferred Retirement Option Program):an optional, voluntary program that allows an employee to deposit retirement benefits in a special savings account within the Retirement System while continuing to work for the City of Fresno for up to 10 years. Participation minimum is age 50 and vested. Benefits include ownership of accumulated funds, compound interest earnings, and alternative distribution options.
Additional information regarding the City of Fresno benefits is available at
Please note that the benefits package described above is specific to permanent full-time employees. Employees engaged on a part-time, temporary, limited, or other basis may have different entitlements.
01


Do you possess a valid California Driver's License?

• Yes
• No

02


Do you have a High School diploma or GED?

• Yes
• No

03


Were you referred by a current permanent City of Fresno employee to apply for this position? If YES, please enter the employee's name in the text box below (the employee's name must be provided at the time of application submission for the employee to be eligible for a referral incentive). Only one City of Fresno employee may be submitted.

• YES, I was referred by a current permanent City of Fresno employee to apply for Police Officer Recruit. Enter the name in the text box.
• NO, I was NOT referred.

04


Please enter the employee's name in the text box below (the employee's name must be provided at the time of application submission for the employee to be eligible for a referral incentive). Only one City of Fresno employee may be submitted.
05


Have you been convicted of any Felony?

• Yes
• No

06


Have you been convicted of driving under the influence (DUI) within the past three (3) years?

• Yes
• No

07


Have you been cited for four (4) or more moving violations within the past three (3) years?

• Yes
• No

08


Have you ever been convicted of any domestic violence charges?

• Yes
• No

09


Have you ever been convicted of any sex crimes or child pornography charges?

• Yes
• No

10


Are you currently out on bail?

• Yes
• No

11


Are you currently on parole, probation, or any other court-ordered supervision?

• Yes
• No

12


Have you used any illegal narcotics or prescription drugs that were not prescribed to you within the last five (5) years?

• Yes
• No

13


Do you possess two (2) years of experience performing the full range of duties as a sworn Peace Officer with a local governmental law enforcement agency within the past one (1) year, and possession of a California State Peace Officer Standards and Training (P.O.S.T.) Basic Certificate? Please attach your California P.O.S.T Certificate for verification of this requirement. Applications lacking this documentation will be rejected.

• Yes
• No

14


Do you possess two (2) years of experience performing the full range of duties as a sworn Peace Officer with a local governmental law enforcement agency within the past one (1) year, and proof of enrollment in the California P.O.S.T. Requalification Course? For applicants who are enrolled in the P.O.S.T. Requalification Course, successful completion of the course is required within six (6) months of a conditional offer of employment. Please attach your proof of enrollment in the California P.O.S.T Requalification Course. Applications lacking this documentation will be rejected.

• Yes
• No

15


A lapse of not more than three (3) years since last employment as a Police Officer who completed the probationary period with the Fresno Police Department and possession of a California State Peace Officer Standards and Training (P.O.S.T.) Basic Certificate. Please attach your California P.O.S.T Certificate for verification of this requirement. Applications lacking this documentation will be rejected.

• Yes
• No

Required Question