Top 35 Police officer Jobs in Orange County

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
Deputy Sheriff Trainee
County of Orange —Orange County, CA
- $91,353.60 a year
- Weekends as needed
- High school
- High school diploma or GED
- Ability to lift 50 pounds
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
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 Academy Graduate
City of Santa Ana —Santa Ana, CA
- $110,052 - $133,776 a year
- Weekends as needed
- Spanish
- Military
- 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
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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 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 (Internal Recruitment)
City of Fountain Valley, CA —Fountain Valley, CA
- $43.17 an hour
- Part-time
- Pass drug screening
- High school diploma or GED
- 21 years or older
- Employee assistance program
- Opportunities for advancement
6d
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
Police Cadet
City of Fountain Valley, CA —Fountain Valley, CA
- $18.50 - $22.49 an hour
- Temporary
- 18 years or older
- Inventory control
- Pass drug screening
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
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 Signal Hill, CA —Signal Hill, CA
- $86,023.07 a year
- Overtime
- Background check
- Clean driving record
- Writing skills
- Paid holidays
- Disability insurance
6d
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
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 (Lateral)
City of Chino —Chino, CA
- $100,005 - $121,536 a year
- Weekends as needed
- Background check
- Heavy lifting
- Customer service
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
11d
Police Recruit (Academy Enrolled)
City of Tustin, CA —Tustin, CA
- $38.03 an hour
- Full-time
- Bachelor of Science
- Pass drug screening
- English
- Paid holidays
- Disability insurance
LEVEL 1 - Police Reserve Officer
City of Los Alamitos, CA —Los Alamitos, CA
- Part-time
- Writing skills
- High school diploma or GED
- Driver's License
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance

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Police Recruit

City of Irvine -
Irvine, CA

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Job Details

Full-time
$51.33 - $82.36 an hour

Benefits

Wellness program
Paid holidays
Disability insurance
Health insurance
Dental insurance
Flexible spending account
Vision insurance
Life insurance

Qualifications

High school diploma or GED
Driver's License

Full Job Description

Description

Police Recruits will start at $37.80 per hour.

Current Employees

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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 Recruit position would be an excellent opportunity.

As a Police Officer Recruit, you must complete a P.O.S.T. approved basic academy. After successful completion of a six-month P.O.S.T. academy, you will be promoted to the position of Police Officer.

Salary upon Academy Graduation:

Police Officer Salary
$51.33 - $82.36 Hourly

Your Impact:

Ensure a high level of community collaboration, strategic partnerships, and progressive problem solving.
Complete a 20-week Field Training Officer (FTO) program to prepare for patrol duties within designated areas of the city.
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.
Find additional information in the Police Recruit job description.

Minimum Qualifications:

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.

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 examination and conduct a 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.

Written Exam
Candidates will be offered the written exam online (proctored through CPS) or in-person at the station. In-person testing is offered on a monthly basis.

The City of Irvine’s written exam is not the POST exam and t-scores from other agencies are not accepted as a substitute.

If you have previously taken the City of Irvine’s written exam, you will be eligible to retest 3 months after the previous exam date. Feel free to check your previous exam date by logging in to www.governmentjobs.com.

2026 Calendar

Written Exam (CTC) - City Hall

Oral Interviews

PAT

5/7/2026 9:00 a.m.

5/28/2026

5/29/2026

7/9/2026 9:00 a.m.

7/23/2026

7/24/2026

9/10/2026 9:00 a.m.

9/24/2026

9/25/2026

11/5/2026 9:00 a.m.

11/19/2026

11/20/2026

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.

E-Verify

The City of Irvine participates in E-Verify. In compliance with federal law, all employees must provide verification of identity and employment authorization at the time of hire. For additional information, please review the E-Verify Participation and Right to Work notices.

Retirement
Full-time employees will be enrolled in the California Public Employees Retirement System (CalPERS), which is a defined benefit plan.

The City offers membership in the California Public Employees Retirement Systems (CalPERS). Retirement formula based on appointment date and membership status with CalPERS.

Candidates hired as new PERS members will be enrolled in a 2.0% at 62 formula while in the academy and enrolled in a 2.7% at 57 formula when hired as a Police Officer.

Retirement formulas will be confirmed with selected candidates prior to appointment.

Health Plan
The City currently offers medical, dental, and vision insurance coverage for employees and their dependents. In addition, the City provides life insurance and a disability plan for employees.

Leave Time
80 to 160 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. The City currently operates on a 36/44 hour work week schedule.

Benefits
Health and Wellness benefit $1000 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.

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police officer jobs in orange county

Police Recruit

Deputy Sheriff Trainee

Police Officer

Police Services Officer

Police Officer Academy Graduate

Sheriff's Community Services Officer

Police Recruit

POLICE RECRUIT

Police Recruit (Police Officer Recruit)

Police Recruit (Internal Recruitment)

Deputy Sheriff I (Orange County Sheriff's Regional Training Academy Graduates Only)

Police Cadet

Police Recruit

POLICE OFFICER

POLICE RECRUIT

Police Officer Lateral or Academy Graduate

Police Officer Lateral Transfer

Police Officer (Lateral)

Police Recruit (Academy Enrolled)

LEVEL 1 - Police Reserve Officer

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