POLICE OFFICER

Police Officer

The City of Visalia Police Department is recruiting for Police Officer. The City of Visalia Police Department has been established to preserve the public peace, prevent crime, detect and arrest violators of the law, protect life and property, and enforce criminal laws of the State of California and ordinances of the City of Visalia.

Under direction, Police Officers perform a variety of basic law enforcement activities to prevent crime, maintain law and order, and identify and apprehend suspects. The majority of positions in this class are assigned to the patrol division, with others assigned to investigations, community and youth services, and administration. All may be called upon at any time to respond to a major crime scene or other law enforcement priority outside their regular assignment. Performs related responsibilities as required.

The Visalia Police Department is seeking experienced law enforcement officers with a minimum one year of experience and currently in active status as a sworn peace officer (Lateral), with a California POST Certification OR candidates that have completed or are currently enrolled in a California Basic Police Academy (Academy Graduate). The ideal candidate will be an ethical, self-motivated professional with strong interpersonal and customer service skills. They will possess good listening and communication skills, work as a problem solver, demonstrate strong community involvement, and be committed to making the community a great place to live, work and play.

Graduation from high school or G.E.D. equivalent; Academy graduate or must be within 30 days of graduation from a California Basic P.O.S.T. Police Academy. Basic Academy certification elapses under the following circumstances: Three years break in service as a California Peace Officer/Level I Reserve Officer; Three years since Basic Academy graduation and employment as a California Peace Officer/Level I Reserve Officer has not occurred. (If this applies, a re-qualification course certificate is required.) Must be at least 21 years of age by time of appointment. Possession of, or ability to obtain, a valid California driver's license by time of appointment.

Applicants and supplemental materials will be evaluated and applicants who appear to be most qualified will be invited to participate in a job related written examination and/or interview process.