Top 48 Police officer Jobs in Tustin, Ca

Police Recruit (Police Officer Recruit)
City of Santa Ana —Santa Ana, CA
- $87,492 - $106,368 a year
- Weekends as needed
- Spanish
- Military
- English
Police Recruit
City of Irvine —Irvine, CA
- $51.33 - $82.36 an hour
- Full-time
- Background check
- High school diploma or GED
- Driver's License
- Wellness program
- Paid holidays
Police Officer
University of California, Irvine —Irvine, CA
- $48.26 - $60.68 an hour
- Weekends as needed
- Background check
- Microsoft Excel
- Customer service
- Health insurance
- Retirement plan
Part-Time Police Cadet
City of Irvine —Irvine, CA
- $26.92 - $37.16 an hour
- Part-time
- Background check
- Writing skills
- Basic math
2d
Police Recruit
City of Tustin, CA —Tustin, CA
- $38.03 an hour
- Full-time
- Bachelor of Science
- Pass drug screening
- English
- Paid holidays
- Disability insurance
Police Officer Recruit
City of Laguna Beach, CA —Laguna Beach, CA
- $97,357 - $136,944 a year
- Online Application
- Clean driving record
- Pass drug screening
- High school diploma or GED
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
6d
Police Services Officer
City of Fountain Valley, CA —Fountain Valley, CA
- $25.00 - $30.39 an hour
- Part-time
- Mid-level
- High school diploma or GED
- US work authorization
- Paid sick time
Police Officer
Rio Hondo College —Whittier, CA
- $7,194.63 - $9,204.39 a month
- Online Application
- Writing skills
- Basic math
- English
Sheriff's Community Services Officer
County of Orange —Orange County, CA
- $58,115.20 - $78,291.20 a year
- Weekends as needed
- Background check
- Mid-level
- Ability to climb stairs
Police Recruit
City of Chino —Chino, CA
- $6,261.75 - $10,128.00 a month
- Online Application
- Background check
- Heavy lifting
- Pass drug screening
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
POLICE RECRUIT
City of Huntington Beach, CA —Huntington Beach, CA
- $5,735.60 - $136,440.00 a month
- Online Application
- Writing skills
- Pass drug screening
- Residential
- AD&D insurance
- Paid holidays
Police Communications Officer I (Dispatcher Academy Enrolled/Graduate)
City of Tustin, CA —Tustin, CA
- $70,948.80 - $95,492.80 a year
- 12 hour shift
- Bachelor of Science
- Pass drug screening
- High school diploma or GED
- Paid holidays
- Disability insurance
Police Officer Academy Graduate
City of Santa Ana —Santa Ana, CA
- $110,052 - $133,776 a year
- Weekends as needed
- Spanish
- Military
- English
POLICE OFFICER
City of Huntington Beach, CA —Huntington Beach, CA
- $8,335.60 - $10,325.47 a month
- Online Application
- Pass drug screening
- Mid-level
- Residential
- AD&D insurance
- Paid holidays
POLICE RECRUIT
City of Long Beach, CA —Long Beach, CA
- $42.25 an hour
- Choose your own hours
- Spanish
- Writing skills
- High school diploma or GED
- Free parking
- Paid parental leave
Deputy Sheriff I (Orange County Sheriff's Regional Training Academy Graduates Only)
County of Orange —Orange County, CA
- $96,324.80 - $138,216.00 a year
- Weekends as needed
- High school
- High school diploma or GED
- Ability to lift 50 pounds
Part Time Police Cadet
City of Anaheim, CA —Anaheim, CA
- $24.75 - $27.00 an hour
- Part-time
- Background check
- 18 years or older
- Writing skills
- Paid training
4d
Police Officer Lateral Transfer
City of Santa Ana —Santa Ana, CA
- $110,052 - $133,776 a year
- Weekends as needed
- Spanish
- English
- Mid-level
Police Officer (Academy Graduate/Lateral Entry)
City of Coronado, CA —Orange, CA
- $101,364.12 - $135,837.26 a year
- Full-time
- Background check
- Pass drug screening
- Driving
- AD&D insurance
- Paid holidays
Police Officer Lateral or Academy Graduate
City of Irvine —Irvine, CA
- $106,766.40 - $171,308.80 a year
- Full-time
- Bilingual
- Background check
- Mid-level

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Police Recruit (Police Officer Recruit)

City of Santa Ana -
Santa Ana, CA

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Job Details

Full-time
$87,492 - $106,368 a year

Qualifications

English

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Description

The City of Santa Ana is looking for individuals who are results-oriented, possess great attitude, demonstrate creativity and innovation, work efficiently, show a record of success and have a passion for public service. Having highly talented employees provides the best service to the community.

Police Recruits are non-sworn (civilian) employees who attend a police academy to prepare for a career in law enforcement. Upon successful completion of this training, they are sworn in as Police Officers at a salary of $8,818.00 - $10,719.00** per month, plus benefits and salary incentives, some of which are listed below:

Incentive Pay

Specialty Pay

Career Development Pay:

* Level 1: 5% * Level 2: 10% * Level 3: 15%

Advanced Post: 2%

Shift Differential: 5%

Field Training Officer, Detective/Investigator, Motor Officer: 2.5%

Bilingual: $535.95 or $267.98 depending on the level of fluency

K9 Officer, Helicopter Pilot: 5%

For more information on incentive pay, please see Articles IV, V & VI of the Santa Ana Police Officers Association (POA) Memorandum of Understanding.

Police Officers are key participants in a partnership with the City and community to identify and resolve crime problems affecting the quality of life of all residents. This community support and the diversity of cultures in Santa Ana make it an exciting and demanding place to work.

CHARACTERISTICS OF SUCCESSFUL PERFORMERS:
Successful officers are characterized by the ability to make sound decisions which are based on fact, not emotion, quickly and repeatedly throughout the day. They demonstrate a strong sense of fairness and the ability to apply both the spirit and letter of the law within legal parameters of discretion. They embrace the principles of Community Oriented Policing by exhibiting a genuine concern for the safety of the community and the quality of life of its citizens, successful Police Officers are alert and ready to take action. They enjoy both working alone and as an integral part of a team effort. Ideal candidates are proficient in writing reports and handling paperwork and willingly work varying shifts, weekends and holidays.

Essential Functions Include But Are Not Limited To

Please refer to this link to see a comprehensive list of job functions:
Essential Functions

Minimum Qualifications

To be further considered, all applicants must meet all requirements defined by P.O.S.T. in addition to those set forth by our agency. One year of work experience in any field, A.A. or B.A. degree, and/or military experience is highly desirable. Please refer to this link for a list of requirements: Requirements

Please refer to this link to see a list of Santa Ana Police Department's Hiring Guidelines: Hiring Guidelines*

Bilingual fluency is not required at this time. Applicants interested in receiving bilingual pay upon completion of the academy must be fluent in both English and any one of the following languages: Spanish, Vietnamese, Samoan, Hmong, Korean, or Cambodian.

NOTE: If you have failed the written examination or oral interview examination, you must wait at least three months to reapply. Individuals who have failed the psychological evaluation or Chief's file review must wait one year before reapplying.

Selection Process

All applicants are required to complete and submit a City application form online, as well as complete the supplemental questionnaire. Please note that resumes will not be accepted in lieu of an online application. To apply, click on the "Apply" link located at the top of this page. New users must create an account first. Click on this link for instructions on how to set up your account and apply for the first time: Online Employment Application Guide.

NOTE: THE APPLICATION FORM MUST BE COMPLETED IN ITS ENTIRETY. WORK HISTORY MUST GO BACK AT LEAST 10 YEARS (IF APPLICABLE). PAY SPECIAL ATTENTION TO THE 'REASON FOR LEAVING' FIELDS, AND 'DATES OF EMPLOYMENT (YEAR)' FIELDS. ANY APPLICATION WITH ONE OR MORE UNANSWERED FIELDS WILL BE CONSIDERED INCOMPLETE.

If you pass the initial application, supplemental questionnaire, and background screenings, and possess the most pertinent qualifications, in order to be placed on the eligible list, you must pass each of the following components (except the bilingual fluency exam):

Please note, all dates listed below are subject to change depending on organizational needs.

1. FRONTLINE NATIONAL EXAMINATION: (qualifying) includes multiple-choice video simulations and computer administered test in which candidates must complete the following three test components: a video-based human relations test, report writing, and reading comprehension. The examination is administered by the National Testing Network. PLEASE DO NOT TAKE THE FRONTLINE EXAM UNTIL YOU RECEIVE AN E-MAIL STATING THAT YOU MEET THE MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS. Candidates need a score of 60% or higher on the Video Section, and an overall score of 70% or higher to pass this examination.

The City of Santa Ana is now accepting PELLETB scores from other agencies. The PELLETB exam must have been completed within one year of application date in order for scores to be used in lieu of the Frontline National Examination. The minimal acceptable score is 46.

The next three selection components (Physical Agility Exam, Oral Interview Examination and Background Orientation) are all consolidated in one full day of testing.

2. PHYSICAL AGILITY EXAM: (qualifying) will evaluate each applicant's physical strength, agility and endurance in the following timed components:

1.5 MILE RUN The 1.5 mile run must be completed within 14 minutes to pass the City of Santa Ana physical agility test.
500 YARD RUN Run 500 yards
SOLID FENCE CLIMB Run 5 yards to a 6-foot solid fence, climb over fence, and continue running another 25 yards
CHAIN LINK FENCE Run 5 yards to a 6-foot chain link fence, climb over fence, and continue running another 25 yards
OBSTACLE COURSE/AGILITY RUN Run a 99-yard obstacle course consisting of several sharp turns, a number of curb-height obstacles, and a 34-inch high obstacle
BODY DRAG Lift and drag 165 pound lifelike dummy 32 feet

***Some components may be waived

Each of the above events are timed. Candidate's performance times are converted to points and summed. Candidates must successfully complete the 1.5 mile run AND accumulate a minimum total score of 384 points in the remaining five events to pass the physical agility test.

Tentative 2026 PAT Dates: 01/10/26, 01/13/26, 02/07/26, 02/10/26, 03/10/26, 03/14/26, 04/25/26, 04/28/26, 05/16/26, 05/19/26, 06/13/26, 06/16/26, 07/11/26, 07/14/26, 08/08/26, 08/11/26, 09/12/26, 09/15/26, 10/10/26, 10/13/26, 11/14/26, 11/17/26, 12/12/26, 12/15/26

3. BACKGROUND ORIENTATION: (qualifying) prepare personal statement, receive background packet, meet with background investigator.

4. ORAL INTERVIEW EXAMINATION: (weight of 100%) will evaluate experience, training and personal qualifications for the position. Candidates need a score of 70% or higher to pass this examination.

NOTE: Prior to appointment, candidates will undergo a thorough background investigation, polygraph examination, a psychological examination, and a medical examination to determine minimum acceptable qualifications as established by Government Code 1031 Section (f) and POST Commission Regulation 1954.

Applicants must pass every component of the selection process in order to be further considered. Those who are successful in steps 1 - 4 above will be placed on an eligible list and will be considered for appointment as vacancies occur.

The City of Santa Ana is an equal opportunity employer. If you consider yourself a person with a disability, you may contact us regarding providing reasonable accommodation.

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