Police Officer - Academy Graduate **$20,000 Hiring Incentive**

About the role

The Vacaville Police Department is seeking motivated and qualified candidates to serve as Vacaville Police Officers. The department offers opportunities across various divisions including Patrol, K-9, Investigations, Narcotics, Crime Suppression, Tactical Operations, Traffic Enforcement, and Family Services.

Responsibilities

• Patrol assigned areas of the City
• Investigate crimes against persons or property
• Make arrests and enforce traffic laws
• Prepare detailed police reports
• Testify in court
• Perform other law enforcement duties to protect the community

Requirements

• Successfully complete a California Basic Law Enforcement Academy (dated within the preceding three (3) years) or P.O.S.T. recertification course (dated within the preceding three (3) years) at the time of application
• Be at least twenty-one (21) years of age at the time of appointment
• Be legally authorized to work in the United States under federal law
• Pass a thorough background investigation and meet the job dimension criteria as recommended by P.O.S.T.
• Have Spanish bilingual skills (highly desirable)
• Successfully complete the Vacaville Police Department Field Training Program as a condition of continued employment

Qualifications

• Education: Successful completion of the Police Academy is required. An A.A./A.S. degree is desirable.
• Experience: Some public contact work experience is required. Community organization or law enforcement experience is desirable.

Skills

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Proficiency in computer systems and software
• Physical fitness and stamina for law enforcement duties

Benefits

• Hiring incentive of $20,000
• 5.38% holiday pay
• $1,800 uniform allowance
• Additional compensation based on qualifications
• Generous contributions to medical, dental, and vision plans
• Participation in the CalPERS Retirement System

Pay

• Police Officer – Academy Graduate: $107,778/year*
• Police Officer (upon completion of FTO): $122,236 - $175,178/year*

Schedule

• 4/10s alternative work schedules

Application Instructions

A completed City of Vacaville Employment Application and Supplemental Questionnaire must be received by Human Resources at 650 Merchant Street, Vacaville, CA 95688 by the closing of this recruitment. Applicants are encouraged to apply online at CityofVacaville.gov/Jobs. Application packets may also be obtained by calling (707) 449-5101.

Other Requirements and Important Information

• Documents can be submitted in the following ways: attached to your online application, faxed to our Human Resources Department at (707) 449-5306, or submitted in person or via mail to our Human Resources Department located at Vacaville City Hall, 650 Merchant Street, Vacaville, CA 95688.
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Other

• Which of the following indicates your highest educational achievement level?
• Do you have any military experience?

1. When did you graduate from a P.O.S.T-approved Police Academy (or, if currently enrolled, when do you expect to graduate)?
2. If you have worked in the capacity of a sworn Police Officer or Reserve Police Officer, please list the agency, your position, and the length of time you served in this capacity.
3. If you answered "yes" to the above question, please include details of your military background.