Police Officer

Police Officer Opportunity

The City of Pleasant Hill Police Department is looking for qualified men and women to join our team. If you would like to become a police officer in a professional environment that allows you to be yourself, be of service to the community, and be engaged with a supportive team, while working in a fun, friendly, family-oriented atmosphere, then you should consider applying.

Essential Functions

• Patrols the City and maintains law and order by responding to 911 calls, calls for service, crime scenes, medical emergencies, in-progress crimes, and motor vehicle accidents.
• Investigates criminal disturbances and conducts traffic stops; follows up on cases as needed.
• Collects and processes physical evidence from crime scenes; labels and books evidence; prepares technical reports for use in court; testifies in court as required.
• Maintains records and files.
• Attends on-going training; maintains certifications.
• All other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

• Must be a United States Citizen
• Must be 21 years of age
• Have a high school diploma or GED
• Have a valid driver's license
• POST certified preferred (*paid academy option for recruits)

Salary

• Starting sworn pay $23.58/hr + lateral experience DOQ
• $51,300 annual (*including paid holidays)
• Double time assignments available

Benefits

• Paid academy option for recruits
• 100% City paid retirement - LAGERS L-6
• 100% Health insurance paid options, including City contribution to HSA
• All uniforms and equipment provided
• 12 paid holidays
• Generous paid time off
• Onsite gym

Positions open until filled. The City of Pleasant Hill is an Equal Opportunity Employer.