Police Officer – Lateral or Academy Complete / Out of State Lateral

Applications are accepted exclusively through the City of Ventura Career Site: www.cityofventura.ca.gov/jobs . Submissions through other websites or methods will not be accepted. Applications and supplemental questionnaires will be accepted on a continuous basis . Applications will be reviewed weekly, and candidates are encouraged to apply early for immediate consideration. This recruitment is open until filled . Join Our Team Today: $10,000 Sign-On Bonus for Lateral Police Officers ! WHY JOIN THE VENTURA POLICE DEPARTMENT? Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits, including paid on-duty workouts 3 days on, 4 days off patrol schedule State-of-the-art training and equipment A supportive team environment with strong civic engagement Coastal community with endless opportunities for career growth and advancement About the Opportunity The City of Ventura is now accepting applications for lateral Police Officer opportunities, even if you are an out-of-state lateral officer. We are seeking experienced, dedicated, and service-minded law enforcement professionals who are committed to protecting and serving our vibrant coastal community. Known for its strong team culture and commitment to public safety, the Ventura Police Department offers an environment that values innovation, ongoing training, and teamwork. If you're looking to grow your law enforcement career in a supportive and forward-thinking agency, this is your opportunity. Police Officers work under general supervision and perform regular law enforcement, criminal investigation, crime prevention, and traffic control and enforcement duties. Police Officers may perform duties in specialty assignments such as motorcycle officer, K-9, major crimes investigations, special investigations, SWAT, and field tactical units. This position requires wearing a uniform and working rotating shifts, including evenings, weekends, and holidays, and is subject to call-back. POSITION CLASSIFICATIONS Police Officer – Lateral or Academy Complete (for California POST-certified applicants): This opportunity is available to individuals currently employed as peace officers in California or who have completed a California POST-certified Basic Academy. Applicants must meet all California POST requirements. For in-state CA POST-certified applicants. Police Officer Trainee – Lateral/Pre-POST Certification (for applicants without California POST certification): This option is for applicants who have completed a basic law enforcement academy equivalent to California POST standards. Out-of-state laterals must complete the California POST Basic Course Waiver process upon hire with the City of Ventura to obtain California POST certification. Applicants with prior California law enforcement employment must complete the Three-Year Requalification. Upon successful completion of California POST requirements and all department and state-mandated standards, lateral trainees will transition into a sworn Police Officer position. Those applicants meeting the criteria above who are hired will be paid to attend the 160-hour POST qualification/requalification course if that component is not yet fulfilled. The department will cover all costs for tuition, course materials, and any necessary hotel expenses during attendance. Pay Police Officer – Lateral or Academy Complete (for California POST certified applicants) – Step A $50.80 – Step E $61.75 Hourly DOQ Police Officer Trainee -Out of State Lateral/Pre-POST Certification (for non-California POST-certified applicants without POST certification) - $47.92 Hourly <b sty