Police Officer (Lateral)

Police Officers (Lateral)

The City of Folsom is currently recruiting for Police Officers. This position performs a variety of law enforcement and crime prevention work. Lateral candidates are the journey-level classification in the Police Officer class series. It is designed for applicants who are currently working for a recognized law enforcement agency, have successfully completed the probation period for that agency, and possess a State of California Basic POST Certificate.

The Police Officer (Lateral) base salary range is $89,145.16 - $112,926.41 annually, plus an additional 6% Holiday Pay differential effective at date of hire. College degrees and POST certificates may additionally increase the educational / certification pay to a total maximum of 12.5%. The City offers excellent benefits, including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short- and long-term disability programs, CalPERS retirement and Social Security, and generous paid leaves.

In addition to the benefit of working in a wonderful, supportive community, police officers also receive :

• On-duty workout time
• Bilingual pay
• FTO pay
• 4 / 10 or 3 / 12.5 work schedules
• Special assignments such as bicycle, K-9, investigations, motors, mounted, school resource, and SWAT

Anchored in the foothills of the Sierra Nevada, the City of Folsom is known for its high quality of life, with safe and well-maintained neighborhoods, varied recreational opportunities, nationally-ranked schools, beautiful parks and trails, and abundant shopping and dining experiences. Home to two lakes and a river that provide a year-round mecca for recreational enthusiasts on land and water, Folsom provides access to world class sports, recreation, and cultural venues and is a quick drive to Lake Tahoe and wine country. Ranked the 3rd Safest City in California, Folsom is a high-tech, forward-looking city, with firms ranging from small to large international corporations. Folsom is a full-service city, with its own water, wastewater, and solid waste utilities, along with police, fire, public works, planning, and parks, recreation, and library services.

The City of Folsom's Police Department, headed by the Chief of Police, is charged with maintaining public order, deterring law violations, protecting life and property, and apprehending criminal offenders. Additionally, the department is organizationally divided into three Divisions : Administrative Division, Operations Division, and Support Services Division. This organizational structure enables the department to effectively manage a broad spectrum of law enforcement services for the community.

Examples of essential duties may include, but are not limited to the following :

The City of Folsom requires knowledge of police methods and procedures including patrol, crime prevention, traffic control, investigation and identification techniques. Criminal law and criminal procedures with particular reference to the apprehension, arrest and custody of persons committing misdemeanors and felonies, including rules of evidence pertaining to the search and seizure and preservation of evidence. Offensive and defensive weapons nomenclature and theory. Basic self defense tactics. Interview techniques and public contact techniques. Modern office methods and techniques.

The City of Folsom requires the ability to communicate effectively, orally and in writing. Write clear, concise and comprehensive reports using correct English and grammar. Read and understand department policies, instruction, laws and regulations. Interpret and apply laws and regulations. Learn standard broadcasting procedures of a police radio system. Gather and evaluate facts and evidence. Draw logical conclusions and make proper recommendations. Analyze situations and adopt quick, effective and reasonable courses of action. Qualify in the use of firearms. Learn the use and care of equipment. Meet the physical requirements established by the Department. Meet and deal with the public tactfully and effectively. Use computer and related software. Effectively problem solve and interact professionally with diverse community members. Exercise fairness in all pursuits regardless of a subject's race, ethnicity, nationality, gender, sexual orientation, religion or disability.

Minimum qualifications include education equivalent to graduation from the twelfth (12) grade. Experience of at least one (1) year of recent, full-time sworn law enforcement experience in a recognized law enforcement agency. Other requirements include being 21 years of age or older, possessing a valid California Class C driver's license or higher, passing a physical agility test, background investigation, polygraph examination, criminal history review, psychological examination, medical examination, and having no felony convictions.