City of Vacaville is hiring: Police Officer - Lateral *$20,000 Hiring Incentive*

Overview

The City of Vacaville is seeking highly motivated and professional individuals who thrive in a dynamic and diverse environment. We are looking for men and women interested in delivering law enforcement and crime prevention services to the community. As a Police Officer, you will have the primary responsibility of maintaining peace and enforcing federal, state, and municipal laws.

The Vacaville Police Department is committed to delivering exceptional law enforcement services to our community. Our team comprises 156 full-time employees, with 102 sworn positions and 54 professional support staff. We offer various career opportunities in Patrol, Canine, Crime Suppression, Family Services, Investigations, Narcotics Enforcement, Tactical Operations, and Traffic Enforcement.

At the Vacaville Police Department, we uphold the values of integrity, professionalism, and a genuine concern for the well-being of our community.

Salary and benefits

• Police Officer Salary: $119,875 - $170,417/year (minimum includes 5.38% holiday pay and $1,800 uniform allowance; maximum includes uniform allowance, holiday, bachelor degree, senior officer III and bilingual pays)


• Additional Compensation and Other Benefits:
  
  
  
  • Hiring Incentive - $20,000
  
  
  • Holiday Pay - 5.38%
  
  
  • Educational Incentive - 2.5% for Associate's Degree and 5% for Bachelor's Degree
  
  
  • Senior Officer Program - 2.5-11% (depends on qualifications)
  
  
  • Bilingual Premium - 2.5%
  
  
  • Clothing Allowance - $1,800/year
  
  
  • Tuition Reimbursement - $2,000/year
  
  
  • Graveyard shift differential - $520/month
  
  
  • Take-home vehicle program
  
  
  • Generous contributions to medical, dental and vision plans
  
  
  • Participation in the CalPERS Retirement System
  
  
  
  

Responsibilities

As a Police Officer, your primary responsibility is to maintain peace and enforce federal, state, and municipal laws, while delivering professional police services to the community.

Qualifications

• Education: Successful completion of the Police Academy is required. An A.A./A.S. degree is desirable. Military service and relevant training may also be considered.


• Experience: Successful completion of probation as a sworn law enforcement officer in the State of California.


• License or Certificate: Possession of, or eligibility for, the California POST Basic Certificate is required. Out-of-state Peace Officers applying for this position must provide proof of successful completion of the Basic POST Course Waiver process with their application.


• Other:
  
  
  
  • Police Officer candidates must be at least twenty-one (21) years of age at the time of appointment.
  
  
  • Must be legally authorized to work in the United States under federal law.
  
  
  • Must be able to successfully complete a thorough background investigation and meet POST job dimension criteria as recommended.
  
  
  • Spanish bilingual skills are highly desirable.
  
  
  • Incumbents must successfully complete the Vacaville Police Department Field Training Program as a condition of continued employment.
  
  
  
  

Application and more information

This recruitment is currently open and continuous but may close without further notice at any time. Interested candidates are encouraged to apply and submit necessary documents as soon as possible. A completed City of Vacaville application and supplemental questionnaire must be received by the Human Resources Department by the closing of this recruitment. Applicants are encouraged to apply online at www.cityofvacaville.gov. Resumes will be accepted but must be attached to a completed application. Applications packets may also be obtained by calling (707) 449-5101.

Important information

Contact with applicants will primarily occur via email. Please ensure that your application indicates a valid email address which you check regularly.

Other information: Out-of-state Peace Officers applying for this position must provide proof of successful completion of the Basic POST Course Waiver process with their application.

Documents can be submitted in the following ways:

1. Attached to your online application, or


2. Faxed to the Human Resources Department at (707) 449-5306, or


3. Submitted in person, or via mail to the Human Resources Department located at Vacaville City Hall, 650 Merchant Street, Vacaville, CA 95688.

The City of Vacaville is not responsible for problems associated with mail service or fax machine failure. Postmarks will not be accepted.

The City of Vacaville is a proud organization of sophisticated, compassionate and hard-working individuals, committed to honesty and integrity. Applicants considered for appointment will be required to undergo the following, including, but not limited to: a thorough background investigation including CVSA exam, a complete medical exam and a psychological exam.

For ADA information and other Frequently Asked Questions, see the City of Vacaville website.