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Police Officer Lateral/Academy Graduate

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Mcfarland City

McFarland, CA (In Person)

$77,917 Salary, Full-Time

Posted 2 weeks ago (Updated 1 week ago) • Actively hiring

Expires 7/1/2026

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Job Description

Police Officer Lateral/Academy Graduate Mcfarland City McFarland, CA Job Details Full-time $32.86 - $42.06 an hour 1 day ago Benefits Paid holidays Health insurance Dental insurance 401(k) Tuition reimbursement Uniform allowance Vision insurance Life insurance Paid sick time Qualifications High school diploma or GED Non-CDL Class C Full Job Description
CITY OF MCFARLAND POLICE OFFICER - LATERAL / ACADEMY GRADUATE
$10,000
HIRING BONUS Department:
Police Department Reports To:
Chief of Police FLSA Status:
Non-Exempt Salary Range:
$32.86 - $42.06
Status:
Full-Time
CAREER INFORMATION
This is a continuous recruitment and may close at any time without notice. Please ensure all applicable supplemental materials are attached to your application.
Qualifications:
Possession of a California Class C Driver's License. High School Diploma, G.E.D. or equivalent, successful graduation from a California P.O.S.T. approved Police or Sheriff's Academy (Basic Peace Officer Course); or possession of a Basic or Higher P.O.S.T. Certificate. Must meet POST citizen requirements (you must be a citizen of the United States or permanent resident alien who is eligible for and has applied for citizenship).
Physical requirements:
AGE:
Minimum age of 21 by the final hire date.
HEARING:
No hearing deficiency.
VISION:
Minimum 20/100 uncorrected in each eye. (corrected to 20/20) must be free from tunnel vision or color blindness in both eyes. No permanent or progressive abnormalities.
WEIGHT:
Proportional to height
JOB DESCRIPTION
Under supervision, to perform routine law enforcement functions. This is a lateral/ entry-level position as a McFarland Police Officer. Officers perform the full range of sworn police officers' duties, including patrol and criminal investigations. New Officers serve a probationary period of twelve (12) months and are expected to work any shift, weekends, and holidays.
DUTIES:
Prepares complete and accurate reports to allow for appropriate documentation of incidents. Operates a patrol vehicle, and patrols assigned areas to keep the peace and protect life and property. Investigates criminal violations, make arrests, prepares arrests and search warrants, and serves arrests and search warrants. Collects and preserves evidence and maintains records for tracking and legal proceedings. Testifies in court proceedings. Attends and participates in assigned training. Maintains knowledge of applicable state, federal, and city codes, ordinances, and department rules and regulations related to law enforcement. Maintains knowledge of modern approved principles and procedures of law enforcement work, court evidence procedures, and court decisions affecting law enforcement practices. Maintains the ability to read and write at a level to perform all functions of a McFarland Police Officer. Handles other duties as assigned.
EXAMINATION
Physical ability test (Qualifying only): Will be conducted to assess each applicant's overall ability to perform the physical requirements of the position. Candidates must pass the physical ability exam to be admitted to any further portions of the examination process. Oral Exam (Weight 100%) Will be conducted to appraise the applicant's training, education, experience, interest, and personal fitness for the position. Applicants must attain at least a 70% score on each phase of the exam process.
BACKGROUND
(Qualifying only) The background evaluation will include a psychological evaluation and will assess overall suitability for employment as a McFarland Police Officer. Candidates must be found satisfactory in all aspects of the background evaluation. Candidates determined to be unsuitable on this evaluation or who have previously been found unsuitable must wait a minimum of twelve months before they may reapply for the McFarland Police department.
COMPENSATION & BENEFITS
The City of McFarland offers an excellent benefits package including: Comprehensive City-paid medical, dental, and vision benefits for the employee and dependents. Life insurance of $50,000 (employee only)
Retirement:
Deferred Compensation 401(k)-The City of McFarland contributes an additional 10% of an employee's pay each pay period into a 401K plan, at no cost to the employee. Supplemental life insurance (Optional) Deferred Compensation 457 Plan (Optional) AFLAC (Optional) Section 125 plan participation 10 days' vacation and 1 Personal Day 12 days' of sick pay accrued annually 12 days' Holiday Pay
EXAMINATION PROCESS
Physical Ability Test (Qualifying Only) Applicants will be required to complete a physical ability test designed to assess the physical requirements of the position. Candidates must successfully pass this portion to advance in the recruitment process. Oral Examination (
Weight:
100%) The oral examination will evaluate the applicant's training, education, experience, interest, and overall fitness for the position. Applicants must achieve a minimum passing score of 70% on each phase of the examination process. Benefits/Incentives $10,000 HIRING BONUS Take Home Vehicle Program Court Subpoena Pay and Call Back Pay (minimum of 3 hours of Over Time)
Standby Pay POST Incentive Pay:
POST Intermediate Certificate:
$100.00 per month
POST Advanced Certificate:
$150.00 per month
POST Supervisor or Management Certificate:
$200.00 per month
Stipend Incentive Pay:
$100 per month Bilingual Pay Uniform Allowance $1200.00 per year Upon employment the city pays for the first two (2) sets of uniforms and all equipment issued Shift Differential Pay Special Assignment Pay Field Training Officer Canine Officer Tuition Reimbursement Eligibility requirements
EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
The City of McFarland is an Equal Opportunity Employer. In accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 (ADA), requests for special accommodations during any stage of the examination process should be made in advance to the Human Resources Department.
Requirements:
Qualifications:
Possession of a California Class C Driver's License. High School Diploma, G.E.D. or equivalent, successful graduation from a California P.O.S.T. approved Police or Sheriff's Academy (Basic Peace Officer Course); or possession of a Basic or Higher P.O.S.T. Certificate. Must meet POST citizen requirements (you must be a citizen of the United States or permanent resident alien who is eligible for and has applied for citizenship).
Physical requirements:
AGE:
Minimum age of 21 by the final hire date.
HEARING:
No hearing deficiency.
VISION:
Minimum 20/100 uncorrected in each eye. (corrected to 20/20) must be free from tunnel vision or color blindness in both eyes. No permanent or progressive abnormalities.
WEIGHT:
Must be able to safely perform the physical duties of the position, including lifting, carrying, pushing, and pulling required equipment or materials, with or without reasonable accommodation.
Pay Range:
$32.86-$42.06