Police Officer- Lateral & Academy Graduate

Overview

YOU MUST BE A POST ACADEMY GRADUATE, CURRENT, OR QUALIFYING FORMER POLICE OFFICER TO APPLY FOR THIS POSITION.

The Fairfield Police Department serves a diverse community and exists to improve the quality of life in Fairfield. The department is committed to working with our community members to solve problems together. Police Officers are expected to perform a wide variety of sworn peace officer duties involving the protection of life and property; to maintain order and preserve peace; to provide assistance to the public;

to perform law enforcement and crime prevention work; respond to emergency and non-emergency situations; arrest violators of the law; to conduct investigations and perform other related duties.

Spanish-speaking candidates are encouraged to apply.

This position is represented by the Fairfield Police Officers’ Association (FPOA) and offers an excellent benefits package, including various incentives and retirement provisions described below.

• Hiring Incentive - $20,000
• Participation in the CalPERS Retirement System
• Holiday Payout – 40 hours per year
• Personal Leave – 12 hours per year (increases to 16 hours in July 2024)
• Educational Incentives
  • 2.0% for POST Intermediate Certificate
  • 3.5% for POST Advanced Certificate
  • 2.5% for Associate's Degree
  • 5.0% for Bachelor's Degree
• Longevity Incentive up to 7.5%
• Matching city contribution to retirement plans and other retirement health savings options
• City contribution to 457 deferred compensation plan
• City contribution to Retirement Health Savings Plan
• Bilingual Pay for qualifying languages
• Uniform Allowance - $1,250/year
• Initial uniforms and equipment provided upon hire
• Tuition Reimbursement - $6,000/year
• Night shift differential for FTOs
• Take-home vehicle program for eligible employees
• Medical, dental and vision plans
• Options to cash out portions of unused accrued vacation and sick leave
• Indoor range and training facilities, gym, and related resources

Note:

The maximum posted salary includes all incentives (except hiring bonus) plus proficiency pay.

On a continuous basis, perform duties of a sworn Police Officer, with extensive public contact in high-stress situations. May be exposed to abuse, dangerous individuals, and inclement weather. Must be able to work nights, weekends, and a 12-hour rotating shift, subject to callouts.

Ability to sit, walk, stand, bend, kneel, run, climb stairs, and perform other activities related to field work. Wear a utility belt and police equipment. May lift or move heavy objects and work in varying conditions. Vision and hearing requirements must be met as per POST guidelines.

Experience:

None required, though some law enforcement experience is preferred.

Education:

An Associate's degree from an accredited college or university in criminal justice, psychology, business administration, public administration, or related field, or 60 semester units from an accredited college or university is required at time of appointment. Appointment occurs after graduation from a POST-certified police academy. College credits earned while attending the academy may apply toward the 60-semester-unit requirement. Candidates may be credited with 36 semester credits for 4 years of active duty in the U.S. Armed Services.

• Licenses/Certificates:
  Valid Class C California Driver's License; valid POST Basic Police Academy Certificate dated within 3 years OR current enrollment in a California POST Police Academy (must be attached to application).
• Other Requirements:
  Must be at least 21 years old, able to possess a firearm, free of felony or serious misdemeanor convictions, and legally eligible for employment in the United States.

Lateral Police Officer: A minimum of one year of full-time peace officer experience with a POST-approved agency is required. Education requirements mirror the standard Police Officer role. Lateral hires may receive college credit for prior service and active duty in the U.S. Armed Services as applicable.

For the complete job description, please view the Government Jobs listing. This position requires a thorough background investigation, polygraph, and a pre-employment medical exam for final candidates.

Based on information provided in the application, the most qualified applicants will be invited for further examinations. Meeting minimum qualifications does not guarantee advancement. The selection process may include application screening, written or practical exams, and oral interviews, or any combination. This position is open until filled.

The City of Fairfield is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to creating a work environment in which all individuals are treated with respect and professionalism.