Police Officer (Pre-Service or Lateral)

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Supportive Community, Competitive Pay, Excellent Benefits COMPETITIVE BENEFITS PACKAGE Health, Dental, and Vision Premiums Paid at 100% for Employee and Eligible Dependents Choice of CalPERS PPO/HMO Health Plans Up to 100% Retiree Medical (subject to vesting) for Employee and Eligible Dependents Additional incentives for POST certificates, Higher Education Degrees, Bilingual Pay, and Assignment Pay 3.5% COLA Effective July 2026 The Irwindale Police Department strongly believes in our mission to provide excellent service in policing by partnering with the community to enhance the quality of life. Professionalism, Integrity, Accountability, and Respect are the core values of our agency. To accomplish this mission, it is imperative we find people who have the right character traits to work in our community as Police Officers. This recruitment is for Pre-Service or Lateral applicants only (see qualification details below). Pre-Service Applicants: Currently in a POST-certified academy program. Applicants that are enrolled or currently attending, a POST approved Basic Police Academy, will get paid as a part-time Police Officer Trainee at $40.38 per hour. Upon graduation from a POST approved Basic Police Academy, applicants will receive the full-time Police Officer salary of $7,920 per month. Lateral Applicants: Currently employed (and completed probation) as a Peace Officer with a POST recognized California Law Enforcement Agency OR currently employed as Peace Officer (and completed probation) in another State combined with a California POST Waiver of Attendance Certificate. Must possess POST Basic certificate (must be attached to application).

Examples of Duties

Under general supervision, performs a variety of duties involved in the enforcement of laws and the prevention of crimes; controls traffic flow and enforces State and local traffic regulations; participates in and conducts a variety of criminal investigations; provides support and assistance to special crime prevention and law enforcement programs; and performs a variety of technical and administrative tasks in support of law enforcement services and activities. The following duties are typical for this classification. Incumbents may not perform all of the listed duties and/or may be required to perform additional or different duties from those set forth below to address business needs and changing business practices.

• Patrols designated areas of the City in car, on motorcycle, by foot, or other means to preserve law and order, discovers and prevents the commission of crimes, and enforces traffic and other laws and ordinances; maintains awareness of and remains alert for wanted suspects, known criminals, stolen vehicles, missing persons, traffic violators, and crimes in progress; issue warnings and citations.
• Responds to calls for the protection of life and property, the enforcement of laws and ordinances, general public service calls, and complaints including those involving automobile accidents, traffic hazards, misdemeanor and felony incidents, domestic disturbances, property control, civil complaints, animal control, and related incidents; responds to and provides assistance at a variety of public service type calls that are non-criminal in nature.
• Conducts investigations at scenes of incidents to which summoned or incidents observed; determines what, if any crime has been committed; identifies, collects, preserves, processes, photographs, and books evidence; locates and interviews victims and witnesses; identifies and interrogates suspects.
• Prepares and serves search and arrest warrants; apprehends and arrests offenders for crimes committed under Federal, State and local laws and codes; controls and mitigates people under the influence of drugs or alcohol or other potentially hostile situations.
• Searches and transports prisoners for booking, processing, and housing.
• Serves as liaison and public relations officer for the assigned area; establishes and preserves good relationships with the general public; may develop reliable informants and provide intelligence information to divisional and/or departmental personnel.
• Contacts and cooperates with other law enforcement agencies in matters relating to the apprehension of offenders and the investigation of offenses; may respond to requests for assistance from agencies outside the City for mutual aid in the suppression of civil disturbances, apprehension of criminals, or other related requests.
• Participates in continuous training to enhance law enforcement skills including defensive driving skills, apprehension and arrest techniques, investigative skills, and general law enforcement skills.
• Performs a variety of administrative and other types of duties in support of law enforcement services, programs, and activities; attends meetings; maintains and calibrates specialized equipment.
• Prepares a variety of reports including those on activities, operations, arrests made, and unusual incidents observed; prepares investigative reports and case information.
• Testifies in juvenile, civil, traffic, municipal, and criminal courts, and parole and DMV hearings; prepares and presents evidence; responds to mandatory court calls during irregular hours.
• Directs traffic at fires, special events, and other emergency situations; provides traffic and crowd control at parades, festivals, riots, and other events.
• Conducts property and building checks for physical security.
• Answers questions from the public concerning local and State laws, procedures, and activities of the department.
• As needed, performs the functions of a Dispatcher/Clerk, providing communications and records support.
• Performs related duties as required.

Qualifications

Education/Training/Experience: Graduation from high school or GED equivalent. Bilingual skills are highly desirable. Must be at least 21 years of age; U.S. citizen or resident alien who has applied for citizenship at the time of application; must possess a valid Class C California driver's license; must be free of felony criminal convictions or those involving moral turpitude; must meet POST guidelines for both near and far vision, the ability to distinguish colors and acute hearing, sufficient to perform all of the essential functions of the position; Physical Demands: requires prolonged sitting, standing, walking, running, jumping, reaching, twisting, turning, crawling, climbing, kneeling, bending, crouching, squatting, stooping; getting in and out of a patrol vehicle for up to 100 times per day and the ability to lift up to 165 pounds in the performance of daily activities; work outdoors in all weather conditions; work in hazardous situations which may involve abusive persons, potential physical violence and the potential risk of exposure to cold, heat, noise, vibration, explosive materials and biological, chemical, mechanical and electrical hazards in the performance of law enforcement duties. Work Schedule: This position works on a rotating shift basis and will require working nights, weekends, and holidays. The Chief of Police shall have the discretion to modify work schedules to meet the needs of the City.

Supplemental Information

SELECTION PROCESS: Application materials will be reviewed and those candidates whose background and experience most closely fit the needs of the City will be invited to continue in the recruitment process, which may consist of a written exam, performance tests, and oral interviews. The successful candidate must pass a thorough background check which may include medical exam, drug screening, employment history verification, DMV check, and fingerprinting. APPLICATION PROCESS: The online application process allows you to attach electronic documents (i.e. resume, certifications) that you would like the hiring department to take into consideration when reviewing your application. Please feel free to contact Human Resources at View phone number on click.appcast.io should you have any questions or need assistance. Communication regarding your application and/or status will be sent to the email address listed on your application. Please check your email regularly throughout process. All applicants must be legally eligible for employment in the United States The provisions of this bulletin do not constitute an expressed or implied contract and any provision contained in this bulletin may be modified or revoked without notice. The City of Irwindale does not discriminate and is an Equal Opportunity Employer.