Police Officer (All Levels)
About the role
We are seeking team members from all backgrounds who welcome a challenge, and who will uphold our mission statement, “To proudly protect and serve the public with respect and integrity.” We offer great pay and benefits, ample opportunities for specialty assignments and advancement, outstanding training, and the privilege to serve the community of Palo Alto.
Responsibilities
- Community-focused professional who embraces a collaborative approach to law enforcement
- Sense of service, dedication, and commitment to providing quality customer service
- Strong ethics and a commitment to integrity
- Critical thinker
- Effective communicator
- Demonstrate sound judgement under pressure
Requirements
The ideal candidate must possess the following:
- Sufficient education, training and/or work experience to demonstrate possession of the following knowledge, skills, and abilities which would typically be acquired through: Minimum of 21 years of age.
- A combination of education or experience equivalent to two years of college preferred.
Qualifications
Salary Range:
- Policemans Trainee: $124,300.80 Annually
- Policeman Academy Graduate: $129,854.40 - $167,814.40 Annually
- Policeman Lateral: $129,854.40 - $167,814.40 Annually
The City of Palo Alto is an Equal Opportunity Employer. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, the City will provide reasonable accommodation to qualified individuals with disabilities and encourages both prospective and current employees to discuss potential accommodations with the employer.
See our Benefits at a Glance Booklet for more details.
Learn more about our Memorandum of Agreements (MOAs) between the City and its bargaining units, by clicking HERE.
Benefits
Find a dedicated website sharing minimum qualifications for the range of roles available: Police Officer Trainee, Police Officer Academy Graduate, and Police Officer Lateral here.
Pay
Policeman Trainee: $124,300.80 Annually
Policeman Academy Graduate: $129,854.40 - $167,814.40 Annually
Policeman Lateral: $129,854.40 - $167,814.40 Annually
Schedule
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Skills
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Benefits
Find a dedicated website sharing minimum qualifications for the range of roles available: Police Officer Trainee, Police Officer Academy Graduate, and Police Officer Lateral here.
Application Instructions
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