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Police Officer (Academy Graduate)
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What they do
A Law Enforcement Officer enforces jurisdictional laws, maintains public safety, and protects property and people in the community. Patrols neighborhoods, responds to emergency calls and crime scenes, watches for traffic and driving violations. Authorized to arrest criminals; prepares cases and testifies in court.
$95,085 / year median in California
+8% projected growth
Job Description
Police Officer (Academy Graduate)
Job Type:
Full Time Long Beach, CA Long Beach Police Department Salary:
$46.94 - $61.03Hourly Closing Date:
9/18/2026Essential Functions:
Patrols an assigned area by car, foot, or motorcycle to maintain law and order; regulates traffic; response to radio and telephone dispatches; investigates unusual or suspicious conditions, traffic accidents, and complaints; makes arrests, guards prisoners and questions suspects; issues citations and serves subpoenas and warrants; Investigate or assists in investigating vice conditions, crimes reported or persons arrested; prepares evidence and appears in court; administers first aid and renders assistance to the injured; reports unsafe or hazardous conditions; Prepares log of activities and keeps records; may act as radio dispatcher or jailer; assists in administrative and operational activities; and performs other related duties as required.Requirements:
- U.S. high school graduation or G.E.D. equivalency;
- Twenty-one years of age or older;
- A valid driver's license;
- Legally authorized to work in the United States under federal law;
- No felony convictions;
- Possess good observation, writing, communication, and human relations skills;
- Possess good leadership and public service qualities;
- Ability to make sound decisions; read, comprehend, and retain technical training materials; endure periods of strenuous physical activity requiring good balance, coordination, flexibility, endurance, and strength;
- Ability to be compassionate, culturally sensitive, and non-discriminatory to a diverse population;
- Ability to exercise tact using excellent interpersonal skills, solve problems, and demonstrate good mediation skills during highly confrontational situations.