Lateral / certified officer · Posted Oct 1, 2026

Peace Officer II. (Sergeant - Permanent /Full-time) - Canyon Springs Community Facility

Developmental Services, Department of
Pay
$6,723/mo
Closes
ContinuousContinuous
Bonus
None stated
Laterals
Not stated

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The sentences our figures come from.The Department now offers an entrance salary rate of $6,723 for the Peace Officer II classification.$6,723.00 - $8,452.00 per Month$6,723.00 - $8,452.00 per MonthCompletion of the Peace Officers Standards and Training (POST) Basic Academy is required (Please attach certificate to application).Pursuant to California Government Code requirements, candidates must be residents of the State of California at the time of appointment.# of Positions: 1

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Job Posting | CalCareers Meta Tags — Preview, Edit and Generate Job Posting: Sergeant Department of Developmental Services - Canyon Springs Community State Facility JC-516654 - Sergeant PEACE OFFICER II, DEVELOPMENTA $6,723.00 - $8,452.00 per Month New to State candidates will be hired into the minimum salary of the classification or minimum of alternate range when applicable. Final Filing Date: Until Filled Job Description and Duties The Department of Developmental Services (Department) is recruiting for a Peace Officer II (PO II) position within the Protective Services Branch (PSB) at Canyon Springs Community Facility (CSCF). As a sworn peace officer under the authority of the California Penal Code Section 830.38, the PO II performs a range of duties expected of a first-line supervisor; including but not limited to: detecting or verifying suspected multiple violations of laws, rules, regulations and facility policies, enforcing and maintaining law and order at a DC/CF; plans, organizes, and directs the overall security policies and programs necessary for the protection of persons and property. PO II’s supervise PO I response to calls for service, alarms, emergent situations, investigations, and reports. The PO II is responsible for overseeing the activities of the PO Is, who are responsible for the daily tasks associated with the facility operation. The PO II is responsible for staffing and ensuring that training requirements are met in accordance with Department mandates and the Commission on Peace Officer Standards and Training (POST). The PO II prepares written investigative reports, reviews all written PO I investigative reports, maintains record control systems, identifies personnel issues and equipment needs, establishes office protocols as required, and reports all serious or unusual situations. Perform program or policy development and interpretation duties. The PO II may perform other duties as required by their supervisor. The Department now offers an entrance salary rate of $6,723 for the Peace Officer II classification . Effective July 1, 2025, State employees are subject to a salary reduction of two percent in exchange for 3.5 hours per month of the Personal Leave. You will find additional information about the job in the Duty Statement . Working Conditions Pursuant to California Government Code requirements, candidates must be residents of the State of California at the time of appointment. This position requires lawful authorization to work in the United States. The Department does not sponsor employment visas for this position. Minimum Requirements You will find the Minimum Requirements in the Class Specification. PEACE OFFICER II, DEVELOPMENTA Additional Documents Job Application Package Checklist Duty Statement Position Details Job Code #: JC-516654 Position #(s): 472-190-1955-002 Working Title: Sergeant Classification: PEACE OFFICER II, DEVELOPMENTA $6,723.00 - $8,452.00 New to State candidates will be hired into the minimum salary of the classification or minimum of alternate range when applicable. # of Positions: 1 Work Location: Riverside County Telework: In Office Job Type: Permanent, Full Time Department Information Department of Developmental Services is a California state agency providing services and support to over 450,000 individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities (I/DD), including cerebral palsy, intellectual disability, autism, epilepsy, and related conditions. Canyon Springs is located in Cathedral City, Riverside County, 110 miles southeast of Los Angeles in the Coachella Valley. Recreation/cultural attractions include golf, tennis, desert preserves, parks, rock climbing, hiking, biking, museums, art galleries, and theater. Next door is well-known city of Palm Springs. Although known as a winter resort area, increasing numbers are making the Coachella Valley their year-round home. There are schools and shopping nearby. Facility Website: Canyon Springs : CA Department of Developmental Services Department Website: http://www.dds.ca.gov Special Requirements The Protective Services Branch (PSB) is a Law Enforcement Agency. After the background check clears, the applicant will be appointed to the position. This background check includes interviews of employment and personal references; FBI, California DOJ fingerprint clearances, and DMV clearance(s). The selected applicant must complete a notarized waiver for access to their personal records. Completion of the Peace Officers Standards and Training (POST) Basic Academy is required (Please attach certificate to application) . And current California driver’s license is required. This is a sworn Peace Officer position pursuant to California Penal Code section 830.38. Successful candidates will undergo a complete background investigation, in accordance with the Commission on POST requirements. All appointments are subject to pre-employment physical and fingerprint clearance. If you have not taken an examination you must take and pass the Peace Officer II examination located at: https://calcareers.ca.gov/CalHrPublic/Exams/ExamBulletin.aspx?ExamControlId=1961 Application Instructions Dates printed on Mobile Bar Codes, such as the Quick Response (QR) Codes available at the USPS, are not considered Postmark dates for the purpose of determining timely filing of an application. Final Filing Date: Until Filled Who May Apply Individuals who are currently in the classification, eligible for lateral transfer, eligible for reinstatement, have list or LEAP eligibility, are in the process of obtaining list eligibility, or have SROA and/or Surplus eligibility (please attach your letter, if available). SROA and Surplus candidates are given priority; therefore, individuals with other eligibility may be considered in the event no SROA or Surplus candidates apply. Applications will be screened and only the most qualified applicants will be selected to move forward in the selection process. Applicants must meet t

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