Police Officer Lateral

Police Officer -

Lateral Job Type:

Full Time Palm Springs, CA Palm Springs Police Department Salary:

$7,362.00 - $10,875.00

Monthly Closing Date:

6/30/2026

Position Summary:

This position is a member of the Palm Springs Police Department and provides services in the enforcement of laws including the protection of persons and property, the prevention of crimes; the control of traffic flow and enforcement of State and local traffic regulations; and performing a variety of technical and administrative tasks in support of the Police Department.

Essential Functions:

Patrol a designated area of the City to preserve law and order and discover and prevent the commission of crimes; enforce traffic and other laws and ordinances. Respond to general public service and crime victim calls, traffic hazards, stray animal reports, and related misdemeanors and felony incidents. Plan, execute, write, and serve search warrants; search suspects, vehicles, residences and buildings for evidence, contra band and lost or missing people. Serve arrest warrants; make arrests for crimes committed under penal and institute codes; perform booking procedures for new prisoners; contact and interview witnesses to gain additional information. Process and store evidence and property found at various crime scenes; maintain records, and enter data into computer as necessary. Investigate organized crime and gang activities, subjects, groups, and representatives relative to assigned area of responsibility; collect intelligence information and produce cases and reports for presentation to the District Attorney. Review and investigate reports relating to vehicle theft and accidents. Conduct a variety of investigations relative to assigned area of responsibility including narcotics, crimes against property and persons; gather information from witnesses and informants; interview suspects; prepare reports, and follow up on investigations. Testify in juvenile and civil courts and DMV hearings; prepare and process court reports. Maintain and operate specialized police surveillance equipment including transmitters, radios, and cameras. Develop, conduct and participate in training exercises and classes; respond to and resolve questions and concerns; stay abreast of current crime trends and innovative policing techniques; implement new information into training programs as appropriate. Perform unique duties of assigned area of responsibility including SWAT, K-9, bicycle, and mounted police units. Assist other investigators and police divisions in related investigative activities. May serve in a lead capacity in the absence of immediate supervisor. Provide news releases to the media; conduct television interviews for public awareness. Perform related duties and responsibilities as required.

Requirements:

Current employment, or employment within the last three (3) years as a full-time Sworn Peace Officer, for a City, County, or State Government and possession of a California P.O.S.T. Basic Certificate or California P.O.S.T. Basic Course Waiver is required. California public agency experience as a Sworn Peace Officer, for a City, County, or State Government is highly desirable. High School Diploma or equivalent, supplemented by the completion of a California P.O.S.T. Certified Police Academy, or California P.O.S.T. Basic Course Waiver is required. Possession of an appropriate valid driver license with a satisfactory driving record is required. Possession of a Basic California P.O.S.T. Certificate or California P.O.S.T. Basic Course Waiver is required. Possession of an appropriate, valid C.P.R. Certificate is required. Cannot be related to any other employee in the Palm Springs Police Department. In accordance with Government Code Section 1031 and 1031.5, to be appointed as a peace officer in California, you must be a citizen of the United States or a permanent resident alien who is eligible for and has applied for citizenship. Citizenship status must be conferred within three years of applying for citizenship or within 3 years before date of appointment to the position of Sworn Police Officer. Must reside within 1 hour driving distance from the Palm Springs Police Department at time of appointment to the position of Sworn Police Officer. Must successfully complete a pre-employment background investigation including a criminal history check for job related convictions, fingerprinting, polygraph screening, credit check, psychological screening and a physical and drug screen.

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