Police Officer (Lateral)

About the role

The Pasadena Police Department is seeking dedicated and ambitious individuals to join our team. Lateral Police Officers hired by the City receive a lump sum payment of $2,500 upon successful completion of one month of work, with subsequent incentive pays of $2,500 after six months and $3,000 upon completing the probationary period. Additionally, lateral officers receive an initial bank of forty (40) hours of sick leave.

Responsibilities

• Enforce laws and maintain public order
• Investigate crimes and gather evidence
• Provide emergency response services
• Interact with the public and handle complaints
• Participate in community policing initiatives

Requirements

• Current non-probationary California peace officer with a Basic POST certificate
• High school diploma or equivalent
• Physical and ethical capacity to perform the duties of a Police Officer
• Strong interest in serving the community of Pasadena

Qualifications

• Demonstrated honesty and high moral character
• Moral and physical courage to enforce the law
• Analytical skills to evaluate sensitive and dangerous situations
• Reading comprehension to understand departmental policies
• Strong oral and written communication skills
• Respectful community policing behavior
• Flexible and adaptable to frequent change
• Service-oriented and motivated to serve the community

Benefits

• Lump sum payments upon completion of one month, six months, and probationary period
• Initial bank of 40 hours of sick leave
• Comprehensive health insurance plans
• Paid leave, including holidays, sick leave, and vacation leave
• Retirement benefits through CalPERS
• Deferred compensation plan

Schedule

Shift and overtime work will be required.

Pay

Compensation details are provided in the Benefits section.

Special Requirements

• Class C California Driver’s License
• Vision requirements
• No conviction of felonies, certain misdemeanors, or offenses reflecting lack of character
• No bias against race, ethnicity, gender, nationality, religion, disability, or sexual orientation

Application Instructions

To apply, please indicate your eligibility for the job and attach your California Basic POST certificate as an attachment.

Contact Information

For more information, visit the Pasadena Police Department website or contact the recruitment booth.