Police Officer

Police Officer Position

The City of Lathrop Police Department was established in June 2022. The Department consists of 48 sworn positions and is supported by a team of Community Service Officers, Records Unit, Property and Evidence Unit, as well as administrative and budget support staff. Dispatch services are contracted with the City of Ripon.

The City is looking for experienced Police Officers to fill a current vacancy. Newly hired Police Officers will be enthusiastic and compassionate individuals committed to community policing and dedicated to addressing the needs of the community. Under general supervision, performs law enforcement and crime prevention tasks and duties related to the protection of public health, safety, and welfare; patrols an assigned area to ensure the enforcement of all applicable federal, state, and local laws; performs investigative work; and performs additional related duties as assigned.

A successful Police Officer candidate will be an enthusiastic and compassionate individual dedicated to addressing the needs of the community for which they serve. Other key characteristics of an ideal candidate will include the following knowledge, skills, abilities, and characteristics:

• A strong desire and willingness to learn and grow as a Police Officer
• Excellent interpersonal skills
• The ability to make sound decisions
• Emotional intelligence
• The ability to establish rapport and trust with community members, other Police Officers, command staff, and civilian staff
• Cultural sensitivity
• A common-sense approach when approaching unique situations
• Situational awareness

Minimum Qualifications: Education and Experience Any combination of training and experience that would provide the required knowledge, skills, and abilities is qualifying. A typical way to obtain the required qualifications would be graduation from high school or equivalent and successful completion of a Peace Officer Standards and Training (P.O.S.T.) certified Police Academy. College-level coursework and specialized training in law enforcement, criminal justice, or a related field are highly desirable.

• Must be at least 21 years of age; must successfully complete a comprehensive P.O.S.T. background investigation, physical examination, drug testing, and psychological evaluation; must be legally authorized to work in the United States by federal law at the time of appointment and meet all California State Minimum Selection Standards set forth by P.O.S.T. and California law.
• Possession of a valid California P.O.S.T. Basic Certificate or valid California P.O.S.T Basic Course Waiver at the time of application.
• Possession of, or ability to obtain, a valid CPR certification.
• Possession of a valid California Driver's License, Class C or higher, prior to the date of appointment.

The City of Lathrop offers a comprehensive benefits package including health, dental, vision and life insurance. Retirement CalPERS Public Safety Tier 2.7% at 57 Public Employees Retirement System (PERS) retirement benefit. Employee contribution is 14.50%. Social Security/Medicare No participation in Social Security; there is a deduction for Medicare Retiree Health City-paid retiree medical 55-65 = same health benefits premium as active employees (Retiree +1) City-paid medical at Medicare eligibility (65) = Minimum Employer Contribution ($151 for 2023) Employee Vesting Schedule upon retirement from the City: Hired on or after January 1, 2015 25% vested at 5 years 50 % vested at 10 years 100% vested at 15 years Vacation 0-4 Years: 80 hours (accrued bi-weekly) 5-9 Years: 120 hours (accrued bi-weekly) 10+ Years: 160 hours (accrued bi-weekly) Holidays Twelve days annually and one floating holiday. New employees hired after July 1st shall not accrue a floating holiday until the following July 1st. Sick Leave 96 hours (accrued bi-weekly). Upon accumulation of 96 hours sick time, up to 40 hours may be converted to vacation as outlined in the Personnel Rules and Regulations Health Insurance The City currently contributes up to a maximum of $2,187 per month for Health Insurance (medical, dental, and vision) for full-time employees and eligible dependents for 2026. Term Life Insurance City paid coverage equal to annual salary. Deferred Compensation Voluntary employee participation in four (4) 457 plans. City contribution for Classic Members. Employee Assistance Program The EAP provides clinical and short-term counseling, as well as assistance for financial, legal, childcare and eldercare issues. Flexible Spending Voluntary employee participation in medical and dependent care flexible spending accounts.