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City of Redwood City

Police Officer Lateral

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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

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Job Description

The City of Redwood City Invites YOU to Apply for: Police Officer Lateral Vision for the future The Redwood City Police Department strives to be a standard-bearer for the law enforcement profession. We seek to develop and utilize the members of our organization to their fullest potential and encourage their professional growth. As a progressive police department, we seek to employ officers with a broad spectrum of experience, education, and experiences that will help us deliver superior police emphasizing community-based policing, community interaction, and collaborative problem solving to the valued members of our community. We recognize that excellent customer service, community partnerships and responsiveness to our communities' needs are the foundation of superior police service. Ready to Apply?
Please click on the link:
https://www.calopps.org/redwood-city/job-20451860 A complete application is required, including answers to the supplemental questionnaire. Applications will be reviewed continuously as they are received.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Education, Training & Experience:
Possess a California P.O.S.T. basic, intermediate, or advanced certificate. Completion of 30 semester units from an accredited college or university (60 units or more is preferred). Valid California driver's license and satisfactory driving record. Physically capable of passing the California P.O.S.T. medical examination job requirements. Meet all regulatory requirements for becoming a Peace Officer with a California P.O.S.T. agency. To be considered for a Lateral Police Officer appointment, candidates must have: Minimum of 12 months continuous experience as a sworn California law enforcement officer including successful completion of the employing agency probation period. Three or more years of experience is desirable. Well-established record of distinguished service and have consistently demonstrated excellence in their assignments as law enforcement officers.