PT Police Officer

CITY OF MCFARLAND POLICE OFFICER

(Part-Time)

OPEN:

05/28/2026

Closed:

06/28/2026

Salary Range:

$29.04-$37.18 (Hourly, Non-Exempt)

POSITION SUMMARY

The Part-Time Police Officer is responsible for maintaining public safety, enforcing laws, and providing community support on a flexible, part-time basis. This position involves patrolling assigned areas, responding to calls for service, conducting investigations, and collaborating with community members to prevent and address criminal activity. The Part-Time Police Officer must uphold the highest standards of professionalism, integrity, and public service while effectively assisting full-time personnel in fulfilling the department's mission.

JOB DUTIES

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 six (6) months and are expected to work any shift, weekends, and holidays. 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.

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).

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.

BENEFITS

Retirement:

The City of McFarland will become a participating agency with CalPERS effective July 1, 2026. Eligible employees will participate in CalPERS retirement benefits in accordance with applicable membership requirements and CalPERS regulations. As a result, the City's Deferred Compensation 401(k) contribution program will be discontinued effective June 30, 2026. Part-time employees are not eligible for City-sponsored benefits, except as required by law.

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:

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).

Pay Range:

$29.04-$37.18