Police Officer; Lateral​/Academy Graduate

Police Officer (Lateral and Academy Graduate)

This recruitment is a continuation of a previously posted bulletin; if you have applied for the position of Police Officer (Lateral/Academy Graduate) for the City of Menifee within the past 12 months, your application is still under consideration, and you do not need to reapply.

This recruitment is being held to establish an open eligible list to fill current and future Police Officer positions.

This recruitment will be open for a minimum of five (5) business days and will remain open on a continuous basis until 11:59 p.m. (PST) on the day the needs of the City are met. Application review for the first round of consideration will take place on Friday, November 21, 2025. Qualified applicants are encouraged to apply immediately.

The City of Menifee is a vibrant and rapidly growing municipality located in southwestern Riverside County, dedicated to enhancing the quality of life for its residents through innovative public service and strategic development. Under the leadership of the City Manager, Menifee operates through a dynamic organizational structure composed of fifteen (15) departments - Building & Safety, City Attorney, City Clerk, City Manager, Code Enforcement, Community Development, Community Services, Economic Development, Engineering, Finance, Fire Department, Human Resources, Information Technology, Police, and Public Works, each committed to supporting the city’s mission of responsive governance, sustainable growth, and public safety.

With a strong emphasis on infrastructure development, community engagement, and innovation, the City of Menifee continues to enhance the quality of life for its diverse and dynamic population.

The City of Menifee Police Department is a full-service law enforcement agency committed to protecting and serving the residents of Menifee with professionalism, integrity, and transparency. Established to meet the needs of a rapidly growing community, the department provides a wide range of services including patrol, traffic enforcement, criminal investigations, and community outreach programs. Guided by a strong sense of stewardship and a commitment to accountability, professionalism, respect, and consistency.

By fostering open communication and building strong partnerships with our residents, we work to strengthen community trust and support proactive, community-focused policing. Under the leadership of Chief Christopher Karrer, the Menifee Police Department strives to create a safe and connected community where people feel supported and secure.

The Police Officer will serve as a vital member of the department, working to protect the health, safety, and welfare of the community. The Police Officer will patrol assigned areas by vehicle, bike, motorcycle, or on foot to prevent crime, enforce federal, state, and local laws, and maintain public order. The Police Officer will conduct investigations into criminal activity, traffic accidents, and other incidents;

serve warrants and subpoenas; make arrests; gather and preserve evidence; and provide testimony in court. The Police Officer will respond to emergencies, administer first aid, and assist during medical calls. In addition, the Police Officer will engage with the community to build trust, identify concerns, and participate in programs such as school resource initiatives and crime prevention efforts. The Police Officer will also have opportunities for specialized assignments, including investigations, narcotics, traffic, canine, and task forces, offering both variety and professional growth.

The Police Officer will be responsible for, but not limited to, the following:

• Enforce federal, state, county, and city laws and ordinances.
• Patrol assigned areas by vehicle, bike, motorcycle, or on foot to prevent crime and maintain public order.
• Conduct preliminary and follow-up investigations of crimes, disturbances, accidents, and other incidents.
• Serve warrants and subpoenas; make arrests for criminal violations.
• Interview victims, witnesses, and suspects; gather, preserve, and document evidence.
• Testify and present evidence in court proceedings.
• Investigate suspicious persons, vehicles, and activities; perform crowd control during events, parades, or riots.
• Conduct traffic stops; issue warnings, citations, or make arrests; investigate vehicle accidents and direct traffic.
• Administer first aid and respond to medical…