Police Officer (Lateral)

The City of Folsom is currently recruiting for Police Officers (Lateral). This position performs a variety of law enforcement and crime prevention work. Lateral candidates are the journey-level classification in the Police Officer class series. It is designed for applicants who are currently working for a recognized law enforcement agency, have successfully completed the probation period for that agency, and possess a State of California Basic POST Certificate.

The posted salary for this position is $84,851.67 - $107,487.55, which is comprised of base pay plus the guaranteed 6% Holiday Pay differential effective at time of hire. College degrees and POST certificates may additionally increase the educational/certification pay to a total maximum of 10%. The City offers excellent benefits, including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short- and long-term disability programs, CalPERS retirement and Social Security, and generous paid leaves, significantly contributing to the total compensation package. Folsom is the only city in the Sacramento-metropolitan area contributing to both CalPERS and Social Security retirement for Police Officers, paying the full employer-share of the CalPERS rate.

In addition to the benefit of working in a wonderful, supportive community, police officers also receive:

• On-duty workout time
• Bilingual pay
• FTO pay
• 4/10 or 3/12.5 work schedules
• Special assignments such as bicycle, K-9, investigations, motors, mounted, school resource, and SWAT

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Anchored in the foothills of the Sierra Nevada, the City of Folsom is known for its high quality of life, with safe and well-maintained neighborhoods, varied recreational opportunities, nationally-ranked schools, beautiful parks and trails, and abundant shopping and dining experiences. Home to two lakes and a river that provide a year-round mecca for recreational enthusiasts on land and water, Folsom provides access to world class sports, recreation, and cultural venues – and is a quick drive to Lake Tahoe and wine country. Ranked the 3rd Safest City in California (backgroundchecks.org, 2019), Folsom is a high-tech, forward-looking city, with firms ranging from small to large international corporations. Folsom is a full-service city, with its own water, wastewater, and solid waste utilities, along with police, fire, public works, planning, and parks, recreation, and library services. 

The City of Folsom’s Police Department, headed by the Chief of Police, is charged with maintaining public order, deterring law violations, protecting life and property, and apprehending criminal offenders. Additionally, the department is organizationally divided into three Divisions: Administrative Division, Operations Division, and Support Services Division. This organizational structure enables the department to effectively manage a broad spectrum of law enforcement services for the community.

To learn more about the City of Folsom’s Police Department, click here.

May include, but are not limited to the following:
 

• Patrol an assigned area on rotating shifts, in an automobile, other vehicle, or on foot for the prevention of crime and the enforcement of traffic laws and regulations; issue citations; perform security patrols, traffic control, investigations; administer first aid and request medical attention when necessary.
• Investigate crimes including felonies, misdemeanors, and City ordinances; conduct follow-up investigations of crimes committed during assigned shift; seek out and interview victims, witnesses, and suspects; search crime scenes for clues and evidence, collect, package, and preserve evidence.
• Handle emergency situations without assistance.
• Detect, pursue, apprehend and arrest or detain persons involved in crimes or misconduct; confront and arrest violent combative subjects; transport prisoners.
• Patrol City streets, parks, commercial, and residential areas to secure and protect property and to preserve the peace and enforce the law; participate in community crime prevention programs and activities.
• Perform crowd control, regulate vehicle flow at fires, parades, and other incidents or congested situations.
• Respond to hostage situations, barricaded subjects and other extremely hazardous situations; respond to natural and man-made disasters.
• Perform duties in conformance with Federal, State, County, and City laws, regulations, and ordinances.
• Attend and successfully complete required training including firearm qualification.
• Prepare a variety of written reports; operate a mobile data computer.
• Make public appearances and presentations at City Council and other civic organization meetings to actively develop and foster community partnerships; demonstrate leadership within the organization and community.
• Provide information and direction to the public.
• Make presentations at schools; plan and conduct field trips and police department tours for students.
• Appear and testify in court when subpoenaed.
• Perform other related duties as required.

Knowledge of: 

• Police methods and procedures including patrol, crime prevention, traffic control, investigation and identification techniques.
• Criminal law and criminal procedures with particular reference to the apprehension, arrest and custody of persons committing misdemeanors and felonies, including rules of evidence pertaining to the search and seizure and preservation of evidence.
• Offensive and defensive weapons nomenclature and theory.
• Basic self defense tactics.
• Interview techniques and public contact techniques.
• Modern office methods and techniques.

• Communicate effectively, orally and in writing.
• Write clear, concise and comprehensive reports using correct English and grammar.
• Read and understand department policies, instruction, laws and regulations.
• Interpret and apply laws and regulations.
• Learn standard broadcasting procedures of a police radio system.
• Gather and evaluate facts and evidence.
• Draw logical conclusions and make proper recommendations.
• Analyze situations and adopt quick, effective and reasonable courses of action.
• Qualify in the use of firearms.
• Learn the use and care of equipment.
• Meet the physical requirements established by the Department.
• Meet and deal with the public tactfully and effectively.
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work.
• Use computer and related software.
• Effectively problem solve and interact professionally with diverse community members.
• Exercise fairness in all pursuits regardless of a subject's race, ethnicity, nationality, gender, sexual orientation, religion or disability.

Education:
Equivalent to graduation from the twelfth (12) grade.
 
Experience:
Possession of a valid State of California Basic POST Certificate or equivalent which has been accepted by the State of California, and at least one year of recent, full-time sworn law enforcement experience in a recognized law enforcement agency.  
 
Other Requirements:
Must be 21 years of age or older by the filing deadline.
 
License Required:

• Must possess a valid California Class C driver's license or higher and have the ability to maintain insurability under the City's vehicle insurance policy.

**ATTACHMENTS REQUIRED WITH APPLICATION FOR LATERAL POLICE OFFICER**

All applicants must submit a completed application and required attachments. Missing required documents will be considered an incomplete application and may not move forward in the recruitment process.

1. Required: Resume, including a valid State of California POST Basic Certificate, and any other POST certificates.
2. Preferred: If applicable, please attach copies of the following:
   • Commendations for Police Work
   • Awards for Police Work
   • Certificates of Law Enforcement related training