POLICE OFFICER LATERAL

Salary : $103,123.00 - $128,787.00 Annually
Location : 1600 W. Beverly Blvd., Montebello, CA
Job Type: Full Time
Job Number: 2026-00048
Department: Police Department
Division: Patrol
Opening Date: 08/24/2026
Max Number of Applicants: 10

The hiring manager reserves the right to make a hiring decision at any time during the recruitment process. This job posting may be closed at any time without notice.
**Lateral Police Officer Incentive Program of $10,000.00***

Under general direction, perform responsible law enforcement and crime prevention work by patrolling assigned areas and answering calls and complaints; investigating incidents and crimes; making physical arrests; and performing related work as required.

Performs patrol on an assigned shift; conducts property checks on businesses and homes for burglary and other criminal activities; stops and questions suspicious persons; assists with a variety of emergencies; issues citations for violations of laws; prepares reports of incidents and investigations; contacts victims, witnesses, complainants, and suspects for detailed interviewing when required; secures statements; may have responsibility for preserving evidence at the scenes of incidents and crimes; follows-up on investigations when assigned; makes arrests of criminals; appears in court proceedings when summoned; books, transports, and has responsibility for the care and safety of detained persons; issues traffic citations and performs traffic control assignments; performs accident investigations; performs a wide range of law enforcement assignments; makes initial and supplementary investigation of crimes in areas such as personal violence, theft, checks, intelligence, juvenile, narcotics, and others; investigates cases involving missing persons, lost children and runaways; collects material evidence and does crime scene work; performs surveillance of persons and places; apprehends, interrogates and arrests suspects; prepares and submits reports; establishes and maintains liaison with other criminal justice agencies.

Requirements:

• Possession of a basic certificate issued by the California Commission on Peace Officer Standards and Training.
• Possession of an appropriate California driver's license.

Training and Experience: Any combination of training and experience which would likely provide the required knowledge and abilities is qualifying. A typical way to obtain the knowledge and abilities would be:


Education: Graduation from high school or G.E.D. is required, supplemented by college course work from an accredited college or university in police science or related field.


Work Background: Entry Level requires one year of non-sworn California law enforcement experience with concurrent employment by a law enforcement agency or have a separation date of one year or less and be eligible for rehire.

Lateral entry requires one year of experience as a police officer in the State of California within the last twelve months.

Knowledge of:

• Modern law enforcement methods, and procedures, including patrol, crime prevention, and traffic control -
• Criminal law with particular reference to apprehension, arrest, and custody of persons accused of misdemeanors and felonies.
• Rules of evidence pertaining to search and seizure and the preservation and presentation of evidence in court.
• Recent court decisions affecting police powers.
• Use and care of firearms.

Ability to:

• Perform a wide range of law enforcement assignments.
• Make physical arrests of criminals.
• Secure information from others at the scene of incidents.
• Demonstrate keen abilities of observation and memory.
• Think clearly and act quickly in emergency situations.
• Understand and carry out oral and written directions.
• Prepare accurate incident and case reports.
• Use and care for firearms and other police equipment.
• Meet established standards of physical endurance, agility, health, and vision.
• Effectively represent the law enforcement functions of the Department with concerned individuals, organizations, and other governmental agencies '
• Establish and maintain cooperative working relationships.
• Communicate effectively orally and in writing.

The City of Montebello is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE) and provides equal employment opportunities without regard to race, color, ancestry, religion, creed, age, physical or mental disability, sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, military or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws in its employment actions, decisions, policies and practices.

• CalPERS 3% @ 50 or 2.7% @ 57, depending on member status
• CalPERS Classic member employees pay 12% of member contributions to CalPERS
• New CalPERS members pay 15.25% toward their CalPERS retirement
• Longevity pay available up to 15%; Lateral Police Officer eligible for Longevity Pay based on Sworn service time. (Completion of: 3 years 2%, 5 years 4%, 10 years 7%, 15 yrs 10%, 20 years 13%, 25 years 15%)
• 11 medical plans available, including dental & vision coverage. maximum paid by City is $1650/per month towards full family coverage.
• Or in lieu of coverage, $350 per month medical incentive plan
• $30,000 term life insurance
• 12 paid Holidays
• 96 hours of Sick leave annually
• Starting at 80 hours of Vacation leave annually
• 30 hours bereavement leave per eligible incident
• Up to $2,000 per year tuition reimbursement
• Deferred compensation plan available
• Deferred comp conversion for cash outs
• Bilingual pay up to $150/month
• Retiree Medical Health Benefit
• Uniform Allowance--$950/year
• City-paid Long Term Disability Program
• Education Incentive
• Military Service Incentive
• Health & Wellness Stipend

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Each applicant must complete this supplemental questionnaire as part of the application screening and selection process. The information you provide will be reviewed and used to determine your eligibility to move forward in the selection process. Incomplete responses, false statements, omissions, or partial information may result in disqualification from the selection process. Do you agree to answer each supplemental question truthfully and that your responses can be verified from information included from within the application.

• Yes
• No

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Are you currently employed as a police officer off of probation possessing a Basic POST certificate? (If not, and you submit your application, you will be disqualified at the application phase).
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Why do you feel you would be the ideal candidate for this position?
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How did you hear about the job opportunity?
Required Question