Police Officer

POSITION INFORMATION

THIS POSTING IS TO FILL CURRENT VACANCIES AND CREATE AN ELIGIBILITY LIST FOR POLICE OFFICERS.

Sworn staff have the option of contributing the unused health insurance balance to a 457 or taxable cash of unused balance (up to $766/month).

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- About Lathrop Police Department

Recruitment Incentives for Sworn Classifications

• Local Housing Assistance for Sworn Staff
• This is a limited funding benefit

The job flyer with additional details can be viewed by accessing the following link:

City of Lathrop Police Officer Job Flyer

The City of Lathrop Police Department was established in June 2022. The Department consists of 48 sworn positions and is supported by a team of Community Service Officers, Records Unit, Property and Evidence Unit, as well as administrative and budget support staff. Dispatch services are contracted with the City of Ripon.

• Lathrop Police Department Transition Page
• Police Operations Division
• Police Support Division

The City is looking for experienced Police Officers to fill a current vacancy. Newly hired Police Officers will be enthusiastic and compassionate individuals committed to community policing and dedicated to addressing the needs of the community. Under general supervision, performs law enforcement and crime prevention tasks and duties related to the protection of public health, safety, and welfare; patrols an assigned area to ensure the enforcement of all applicable federal, state, and local laws;

performs investigative work; and performs additional related duties as assigned.

A Successful Police Officer Candidate Will Be An Enthusiastic And Compassionate Individual Dedicated To Addressing The Needs Of The Community For Which They Serve. Other Key Characteristics Of An Ideal Candidate Will Include The Following Knowledge, Skills, Abilities, And Characteristics:

• A strong desire and willingness to learn and grow as a Police Officer
• Excellent interpersonal skills
• The ability to make sound decisions
• Emotional intelligence
• The ability to establish rapport and trust with community members, other Police Officers, command staff, and civilian staff
• Cultural sensitivity
• A common-sense approach when approaching unique situations
• Situational awareness

City of Lathrop Police Officer
- Job Description

Education and Experience

Any combination of training and experience that would provide the required knowledge, skills, and abilities is qualifying. A typical way to obtain the required qualifications would be graduation from high school or equivalent and successful completion of a Peace Officer Standards and Training (P.O.S.T.) certified Police Academy. College-level coursework and specialized training in law enforcement, criminal justice, or a related field are highly desirable.

Must be at least 21 years of age; must successfully complete a comprehensive P.O.S.T. background investigation, physical examination, drug testing, and psychological evaluation; must be legally authorized to work in the United States by federal law at the time of appointment and meet all California State Minimum Selection Standards set forth by P.O.S.T. and California law.

• Possession of a valid California P.O.S.T. Basic Certificate or valid California P.O.S.T Basic Course Waiver at the time of application.
• Possession of, or ability to obtain, a valid CPR certification.
• Possession of a valid California Driver's License, Class C or higher, prior to the date of appointment.

A completed employment application is required. Resumes and attachments are not accepted in lieu of a completed employment application. A reference on the application to "see resume" is not acceptable.

The City of Lathrop is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. It is the policy of the City to provide employment opportunity for all qualified persons. All applicants will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, ancestry, medical condition, genetic information, or denial of medical and family care leave, or any other non-job-related factor.

The City of Lathrop is committed to providing reasonable accommodation to applicants as required by the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and the Fair Employment and Housing Act (FEHA). Qualified individuals with disabilities who need a reasonable accommodation during the application, examination or selection process may contact Human Resources at  at least five days prior to the scheduled date or deadline.

The City of Lathrop offers a comprehensive benefits package including health, dental, vision and life insurance.

• CalPERS Public Safety Tier 2.7% at 57 Public Employees Retirement System (PERS) retirement benefit.
  • Employee contribution is 14.50%