About this opportunity
City of Palo Alto lists this Police Officer (All Levels) opportunity in palo alto, California. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
Police Officer Position
We are seeking team members from all backgrounds who welcome a challenge, and who will uphold our mission statement, "To proudly protect and serve the public with respect and integrity." We offer great pay and benefits, ample opportunities for specialty assignments and advancement, outstanding training, and the privilege to serve the community of Palo Alto.
Ideal Candidate
The ideal candidate for the Police Officer position is a community-focused professional who embraces a collaborative approach to law enforcement. Candidates will have a sense of service, dedication, and commitment to providing quality customer service. We are seeking individuals with strong ethics and a commitment to integrity. In addition to these attributes, the ideal candidate is a critical thinker, will communicate effectively, and will demonstrate sound judgement under pressure.
Minimum Qualifications
Sufficient education, training and/or work experience to demonstrate possession of the following knowledge, skills, and abilities which would typically be acquired through:
Minimum of 21 years of age.
A combination of education or experience equivalent to two years of college preferred.
Salary Range
Police Officer Trainee: $128,668.80 Annually
Police Officer Academy Graduate: $134,388.80 - $173,700.80 Annually
Police Officer Lateral: $134,388.80 - $173,700.80 Annually
*Placement within this range is dependent upon the qualifications.
The City of Palo Alto is an Equal Opportunity Employer. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, the City will provide reasonable accommodation to qualified individuals with disabilities and encourages both prospective and current employees to discuss potential accommodations with the employer.
Worksite address
palo alto, CA, 94301, US
Who can apply
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