Police Officer (Academy Trained or Lateral)

Irwindale Police Department – Police Officer

Supportive community, competitive pay, excellent benefits.

Competitive Benefits Package

• Health, Dental, Vision premiums 100% paid 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.

Mission and Values

The Irwindale Police Department believes strongly 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.

Eligibility

Academy Trained Applicants

Currently in a POST-certified academy program or graduated from a POST-certified academy program within the past six (6) months.

Lateral Applicants

Currently employed and completed probation as a Peace Officer with a POST recognized California law enforcement agency, or currently employed as a 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).

Responsibilities

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; free of felony criminal convictions or those involving moral turpitude; meet POST guidelines for vision, color discrimination, acute hearing, and sufficient to perform all 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 ability to lift up to 165 pounds; work outdoors in all weather conditions; work in hazardous situations involving abusive persons, potential physical violence, and risk of exposure to cold, heat, noise, vibration, explosive materials and biological, chemical, mechanical and electrical hazards.

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.

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 including medical exam, drug screening, employment history verification, DMV check, and fingerprinting.

Application Process

Online application allows attachment of electronic documents (resume, certifications). For questions or assistance, contact Human Resources at (626) 430-2200. Communication regarding application status will be sent to the email address listed on the application.

Equal Opportunity

All applicants must be legally eligible for employment in the United States. The City of Irwindale does not discriminate and is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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