Police Officer Lateral or Academy Graduate

City of Irvine
Irvine, California United States  View Map
Posted: Oct 08, 2024
  • Salary: $94,952.00 - $130,707.20 Annually USD
  • Full Time
  • Job Description

    **You must be POST certified or have previous experience as a California Peace Officer to be considered as a Police Officer Lateral**
    At the City of Irvine, we strive to make a difference within a progressive, forward-thinking organization in an environment that embraces diversity, creativity, and respect. If you are interested in a career in law enforcement as part of a world class agency, the Police Officer position would be an excellent opportunity.

    Expedited Process: a s a Lateral or an Academy Graduate applicant, the written examination and physical agility test is waived.

    Out-of-State laterals will be evaluated on a case-by-case basis, but are required, at a minimum, to complete the California POST Waiver course within the last 3 years."

    The Irvine Police Department's geographic policing model ensures a high level of community collaboration, strategic partnerships, and progressive problem solving. As a Police Officer, you will patrol designated areas of the City and respond to calls or complaints while taking necessary action.

    Incentive Pay

    Specialty Pay

    Shift Differential

    * Swing 2% * Graveyard 4%

    SWAT, CNT, DRE, MAIT, EMT, Drone Team, and Mounted Unit 1.5%

    Bilingual 2%

    Field Training Officer 6%

    Intermediate POST 5%

    Detective, SRO, Traffic, and DARE 6%

    Advanced POST 15.5% (Combined with Intermediate)

    K9 Unit 7.2%
    Annual Health and Wellness Benefit $1,000 Annual Equipment Reimbursement $300
    Our Impact:Investigate crime against persons or property, make arrests, and enforce traffic regulations.Write police reports, testify in court, and perform other related law enforcement duties.Interface closely with all segments of the community.Maintain knowledge of local ordinances and state laws, regulations, and City procedures.Complete a Field Training Officer (FTO) program to prepare for patrol duties within designated areas of the City.Find additional information in the Police Officer job description.
    Minimum Qualifications:
    You must be POST certified* or have previous experience as a California Peace Officer to be considered for this position.High school diploma or equivalent, completion of 60 college level units or an AA degree and or any combination of education and experience that provides equivalent knowledge, skills and abilities.Legally authorized to work in the United States.Requires possession of, or the ability to obtain, a valid California driver license.

    *Please attach a copy of your P.O.S.T. certificate if you are not currently working for a California law enforcement agency.

    All applicants must be able to pass the Public Safety background check process.
    The City
    Irvine is recognized as one of America's Best Places to Live, according to Money Magazine . The City of Irvine has the distinction of being one of the safest cities in the United States with a population of more than 100,000, based upon FBI statistics on violent crime.

    Your Team
    The Public Safety Department is a full-service public safety agency that provides several special program areas including Emergency Management, Crime Prevention, DARE, School Resource Officer, K-9s, Traffic Enforcement, Commercial Vehicle Enforcement, General Investigation, Crime Scene Investigation, Special Investigation (vice & narcotics), and the Special Weapons and Tactics Team (SWAT). Irvine is committed to a full community-oriented policing concept that interfaces closely with all segments of the community.

    The Process
    The selection process will include an expedited oral examination process, and background investigation prior to appointment. All applicants must be able to pass the Public Safety background check process. This includes, but is not limited to, the review of legal documents, police and driving records, credit profile, motor vehicle insurance, vehicle operation, prior employment records, and performance reviews. Information about the public safety background process may be found at our Police Department Employment page.

    This recruitment may establish an eligibility list to fill future positions in similar and/or lower classifications within the organization. This is a continuous recruitment and interested applicants should submit their application as soon as possible. This recruitment may close at any time without notice.

    2024/2025 Calendar

    Oral Interviews*
    8/15/24 9/19/2024 10/24/2024 11/21/2024 12/19/2024 1/23/2025 2/27/2025 3/27/2025 4/24/2025 5/22/2025 6/26/2025 7/24/2025 8/28/2025 9/25/2025 10/23/2025 11/19/2025 12/17/2025
    *Oral Interview dates are subject to change. *

    Equal Opportunity Employer
    The City of Irvine is an Equal Opportunity Employer and provides reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities. We encourage you to inform Human Resources at least two business days prior to the first phase of the selection process if you have a disability that may require an accommodation.

    Retirement
    The City offers membership in the California Public Employees Retirement Systems (CalPERS). Retirement formula based on appointment date and membership status with CalPERS.
    2.7% at 57 for new CalPERS Safety members; 3% at 50 for existing CalPERS or CalPERS reciprocal agency member with less than a six-month break in service.

    Retirement formulas will be confirmed with selected candidates prior to appointment.
    Health Plan
    The City currently offers medical, dental, andvision insurance coverage for employees and their dependents. In addition, the City provides life insurance and a disability plan for employees.

    Leave Time
    80 to 120 hours of annual vacation accrual, depending on years of service; 12 paid holidays per year; 96 hours of sick leave per year; and 120 hours of annual personal leave.

    Benefits
    Health, Wellness and Equipment benefit $1,300 per year; Flexible Spending Account that allows pre-tax dollars to pay for eligible medical and dependent care expenses; and a City Wellness program that includes on-site fitness centers.

    Police Professional Achievement Program
    Intermediate (POST) certificate: 5% over and above the base salary
    Advanced (POST) certificate: an additional 10% over and above the base salary and Intermediate (POST)certificate
    SLI, advanced supervisory and leadership program certificate: 2%

    Police Officer Special Assignment pay
    Investigation -6%, Traffic - 6%, SWAT - 1.5%, Mounted Unit - 1.5%, Emergency Medical Techinicians - 1.5%, Major Accident Investigation Team (MAIT) - 1.5%, Drone Operation Team - 1.5%, Drug Recognition Experts (DRE) - 1.5%, Community Police Academy - 1.5%, Alpha Shift Differential - 4%, Delta Shift Differential - 2%, Youth Service - 6%, Field Training Officer - 6%, Canine 7.2% and $150/month

    Closing Date/Time: Continuous
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  • ABOUT THE COMPANY

    • City of Irvine
    • City of Irvine

    The City of Irvine was incorporated on December 28, 1971, under the general laws of the State of California. We operate under a charter law form of government which was adopted in 1975, meaning we have a City Council-City Manager form of government. The City Manager is appointed by the City Council to function as the chief administrator of the City. City Council sets the policy directions for the City, and the City Manager is charged with implementing those directions. Additionally, the City Manager keeps the Council informed of City operations, prepares the annual budget, oversees special programs, and coordinates the various department activities.

    Irvine is one of the nation's largest planned urban communities and encompasses over 66 square miles and has a current population of more than 310,000. We contract for fire and medical services with the County of Orange, and have three independent districts: library, educational and utility services.

    Other government services include: animal control; building and safety regulation and inspection; general administrative services; planning and zoning; police; public facility/capital improvement construction; recreation and cultural programs; refuse collection and recycling; street lighting; street maintenance; landscape maintenance and transportation management.

     

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