POLICE OFFICER

The City of Visalia Police Department is recruiting for Police Officer. Please review the recruitment announcements: Police Officer (Academy Graduate) Police Officer (Lateral Police Officer) THE DEPARTMENT The City of Visalia Police Department has been established to preserve the public peace, prevent crime, detect and arrest violators of the law, protect life and property, and enforce criminal laws of the State of California and ordinances of the City of Visalia. THE POSITION Under direction, Police Officers perform a variety of basic law enforcement activities to prevent crime, maintain law and order, and identify and apprehend suspects. The majority of positions in this class are assigned to the patrol division, with others assigned to investigations, community and youth services, and administration. All may be called upon at any time to respond to a major crime scene or other law enforcement priority outside their regular assignment. Performs related responsibilities as required. THE IDEAL CANDIDATE The Visalia Police Department is seeking experienced law enforcement officers with a minimum one year of experience and currently in active status as a sworn peace officer (Lateral), with a California POST Certification OR candidates that have completed or are currently enrolled in a California Basic Police Academy (Academy Graduate). The ideal candidate will be an ethical, self-motivated professional with strong interpersonal and customer service skills. They will possess good listening and communication skills, work as a problem solver, demonstrate strong community involvement, and be committed to making the community a great place to live, work and play. EXPERIENCE AND EDUCATION Any equivalent combination of experience and education that could likely provide the required skills, knowledge and abilities would normally be obtained by: ACADEMY GRADUATE Graduation from high school or G.E.D. equivalent; Academy graduate or must be within 30 days of graduation from a California Basic P.O.S.T. Police Academy. Basic Academy certification elapses under the following circumstances: Three years break in service as a California Peace Officer/Level I Reserve Officer; Three years since Basic Academy graduation and employment as a California Peace Officer/Level I Reserve Officer has not occurred. (If this applies, a re-qualification course certificate is required.) Must be at least 21 years of age by time of appointment. Possession of, or ability to obtain, a valid California driver’s license by time of appointment. LATERAL Twelve months or more experience and active status as a sworn California Peace Officer; Possession of, or ability to, obtain a valid California Driver’s License by time of appointment. PHYSICAL STANDARDS Positions in this class lift and carry people and heavy objects, and are exposed to the weather. Click the job title below to review the job description: Police Officer SELECTION PROCESS A pplication and supplemental materials will be evaluated and applicants who appear to be most qualified will be invited to participate in a job related written examination and/or interview process. COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS The City of Visalia offers a competitive total compensation package that includes: $7,721 - $9,653 Monthly Longevity Pay for prior law enforcement experience up to 10% (2.5% @ 5, 10, 15, 20 years) POST Certificate Pay Specialty Assignment Pay CalPERS retirement program Longevity Pay Health, Dental and Vision Insurance Onsite City Health and Wellness Clinic (no out of pocket expenses) Paid Holidays, Vacation, Sick Leave and much more... Review the Benefits tab for more information. COMMUNITY OVERVIEW I f work-life balance is important to you, consider living in a thriving community that offers the most affordable housing in California with a typical commute time of less than 20 minutes. With a population of over 146,000, Visalia offers small town charm with metropolitan amenities. Visalia has a world class health care system, our own Sequoia Symphony Orchestra, a flourishing arts community, a minor league baseball team, a downtown convention center, and numerous fine dining establishments. As the Tulare County seat, Visalia is the principal retail center in the region, and home to several large industrial employers. Visalia has a vibrant downtown district, safe neighborhoods, excellent schools, institutions for higher learning, and low cost of living. The City has many community parks, organized team sports, a municipal golf co