Police Officer - Lateral **$20,000 Hiring Incentive**

Salary: $122,236.68 - $175,178.33 Annually
Location : Vacaville, CA
Job Type: FULL-TIME
Job Number: 02270
Department: Police Department
Opening Date: 01/22/2026
Closing Date: Continuous

ABOUT OUR JOB
WORK. LIVE. SERVE. VISIT !
APPLICANTS MUST BE CURRENT SWORN POLICE OFFICERS OR QUALIFYING FORMER POLICE OFFICERS.

Police Officer Salary:
$122,236 -$175,178/year**Minimum includes 5.38% holiday pay and a $1,800 uniform allowance. Maximum includes uniform allowance, holiday pay, BA degree pay, Senior Officer III pay and bilingual pay.
Additional Compensation and Other Benefits:

• Hiring Incentive - $20,000
• Holiday Pay - 5.38%
• Educational Incentive - 2.5% for Associate's Degree/5% for Bachelor's Degree
• Senior Officer Program - 2.5-12% (depends on qualifications)
• Bilingual Premium - 2.5%
• Clothing Allowance - $1,800/year
• Tuition Reimbursement - $2,200/year
• Graveyard Shift Differential - $520/month
• Take-home Vehicle Program
• Generous contributions to medical, dental and vision plans
• Participation in the CalPERS Retirement System

The City of Vacaville is recruiting motivated, professional Police Officers committed to public safety, crime prevention and service to a diverse community. This position is responsible for maintaining the peace and enforcing federal, state and municipal laws.

The Vacaville Police Department is committed to delivering exceptional law enforcement services to our diverse and growing community. With over 175 full-time employees, including 116 sworn positions, we offer opportunities across Patrol, K-9, Investigations, Narcotics, Crime Suppression, Tactical Operations, Traffic Enforcement and Family Services. At the Vacaville Police Department, we are driven by integrity, professionalism, teamwork and strong connections with the community we serve.

For a complete job description and to apply online, visit our website at CityofVacaville.gov/Jobs.
ABOUT YOU

Any combination of education and experience that would provide the required knowledge and abilities is qualifying. A typical way to obtain the knowledge and abilities would be:

Education: Successful completion of the Police Academy is required. An A.A./A.S. degree is desirable. Military service and relevant training may also be considered.

Experience: Successful completion of probation as a sworn law enforcement officer in the State of California.

License or Certificate:
Possession of, or eligibility for, the California POST Basic Certificate is required.

Out-of-state Peace Officers applying for this position must provide proof of successful completion of the Basic POST Course Waiver process with their application.

Possession of a valid California Class C driver's license and a satisfactory driving record are conditions of initial and continued employment.

Other:Police Officer candidates must be at least twenty-one (21) years of age at the time of appointment; must be legally authorized to work in the United States under federal law; must be able to successfully complete a thorough background investigation and successfully meet the job dimension criteria as recommended by POST.

Spanish bilingual skills are highly desirable.

Incumbents must successfully complete the Vacaville Police Department Field Training Program as a condition of continued employment.

ABOUT EVERYTHING ELSE

This recruitment is currently open and continuous, but may close without further notice at any time. Interested candidates are encouraged to apply as soon as possible.

A completed City of Vacaville Employment Application and Supplemental Questionnaire must be received by Human Resources at 650 Merchant Street, Vacaville, CA 95688 by the closing of this recruitment.

Applicants are encouraged to apply online at CityofVacaville.gov/Jobs. Application packets may also be obtained by calling (707) 449-5101. Resumes will be accepted but must be attached to a completed application.

IMPORTANT: Contact with applicants will primarily occur via email. Please ensure that your application indicates a valid email address that you check regularly.

OTHER REQUIREMENTS AND IMPORTANT INFORMATION

• Out-of-state Peace Officers applying for this position must provide proof of successful completion of the Basic POST Course Waiver process with their application.

Documents can be submitted in the following ways:

1. Attached to your online application, or
2. Faxed* to our Human Resources Department at (707) 449-5306, or
3. Submitted in person or via mail* to our Human Resources Department located at Vacaville City Hall, 650 Merchant Street, Vacaville, CA 95688.

* The City of Vacaville is not responsible for issues related to mail delivery, fax transmission or equipment failure. Postmarks will not be accepted.

The City of Vacaville is a professional organization of dedicated employees committed to integrity and public service. Applicants considered for appointment must successfully complete a comprehensive selection process, including, but not limited to, a thorough background investigation (including a CVSA examination), a medical examination and a psychological evaluation.For ADA information and other Frequently Asked Questions, please click here.

The City of Vacaville is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and values diversity, equity, and inclusion in the workplace.
Vacaville Police Officers Association (VPOA)
The City of Vacaville values the importance of our first responders and public safety staff. Employees enjoy a collaborative and team oriented working environment, 4/10s alternative work schedules, employee social and wellness activities through our CoV LIFE program, competitive pay and a generous benefits and retirement package. To learn more about our benefits for Full-Time positions, please review our
Part-time positions are paid an hourly rate and can work up to a maximum of 129 hours per month. Part-time positions are at-will, are not eligible for health or retirement benefits (including CalPERS membership), and do not accrue leave time with the exception of state mandated sick leave (40 hours per year).

Part-time positions are not covered by Social Security and are not eligible for the City of Vacaville's retirement plan through CalPERS and are therefore required to make 7.5% pre-tax contributions into a qualified plan under the Omnibus Budget Reconciliation Act of 1990 (OBRA). For the City of Vacaville, the plan is a Section 457 Deferred Compensation Plan through Nationwide Retirement Systems, Inc.
01

Are you currently a peace officer or have you been a peace officer in the last three years, in the State of California?

• Yes
• No

02

If you answered "Yes" to Question 1, list the California law enforcement agency or agencies where you are currently employed or have previously been employed as a peace officer.
03

Do you meet one of the following criteria?A) You currently possess a POST Basic Certificate; ORB) You have successfully completed probation with your current or former agency, making you eligible for a POST Basic Certificate; ORC) You have successfully completed a POST requalification course within the last three years.

• Yes
• No

04

Are you a peace officer seeking to transfer from an agency outside of California? If yes, you must submit proof of successful completion of the California POST Basic Course Waiver process with your application to be considered.

• Yes
• No

Required Question