Top 120 Law enforcement Jobs in Orange County Ca

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
Private investigator
USA Express Legal & Investigative Service Inc. —Santa Ana, CA
- $25 an hour
- Urgently hiring
- Entry level
Quick Apply
Investigative Assistant I/II
City of Cypress, CA —Cypress, CA
- $21.90 - $27.90 an hour
- Clean driving record
- Mid-level
- High school diploma or GED
Animal Services Officer
City of Laguna Beach, CA —Laguna Beach, CA
- $64,336 - $90,546 a year
- Full-time
- Clean driving record
- Pass drug screening
- Mid-level
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
WIM Investigator II, AmSec WIM
Amazon.com Services LLC —Irvine, CA
- $74,400 - $130,100 a year
- Full-time
- Mid-level
- Psychology
- Mentoring
- AD&D insurance
- Health insurance
District Attorney Investigator
County of Orange —Orange County, CA
- $127,774.40 - $172,723.20 a year
- Online Application
- Writing skills
- Organizational skills
- Fingerprint clearance
- Paid holidays
- Health insurance
Border Patrol Agent - Entry Level
Customs and Border Protection —California
- $51,632 - $92,912 a year
- Urgently hiring
- Bachelor's degree
- Military encouraged
- 1 year
- Dental insurance
- 401(k)
Special Agent, $40,000 Recruitment Incentive
The United States Secret Service —California
- $48,854 - $118,204 a year
- Full-time
- Pass drug screening
- Mid-level
- Driver's License
Special Agent - $40,000 Recruitment Incentive
United States Secret Service —California
- $47,562 - $115,079 a year
- Full-time
- Background check
- Pass drug screening
- Driver's License
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
Special Agent: National Security, Criminal, & Intelligence Background
Federal Bureau of Investigation —California
- $103,236 - $133,200 a year
- Full-time
- Mid-level
- Bachelor's degree
- Travel
13d
Air Interdiction Agent
Customs and Border Protection —California
- $88,509 - $163,996 a year
- Full-time
- Military
- Mid-level
- Travel
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
Border Patrol Agent - Entry Level
Customs and Border Protection —California
- $51,632 - $92,912 a year
- Urgently hiring
- Bachelor's degree
- Military encouraged
- 1 year
- Dental insurance
- 401(k)
August 19th - U.S. Customs and Border Protection Virtual Career Expo
U.S. Customs and Border Protection —California
- $51,632 - $124,717 a year
- Full-time
- Background check
- Military
- US work authorization
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
12d
Border Patrol Agent - Experienced
Customs and Border Protection —Irvine, CA
- $65,545 - $124,717 a year
- Urgently hiring
- Military
- Mid-level
- Driving
- 401(k)
Border Patrol Agent - Experienced
Customs and Border Protection —Mission Viejo, CA
- $65,545 - $124,717 a year
- Urgently hiring
- Military
- Mid-level
- Driving
- 401(k)
Tax Investigation Caller - Full-time
Tax Relief Advocates —Irvine, CA
- $19 an hour
- Full-time
- Google Workspace
- Typing
- Communication skills
- Opportunities for advancement
Quick Apply
Border Patrol Agent - Entry Level
Customs and Border Protection —Mission Viejo, CA
- $51,632 - $92,912 a year
- Urgently hiring
- Bachelor's degree
- Military encouraged
- 1 year
- Dental insurance
- 401(k)
Border Patrol Agent - Entry Level
Customs and Border Protection —San Clemente, CA
- $51,632 - $92,912 a year
- Urgently hiring
- Bachelor's degree
- Military encouraged
- 1 year
- Dental insurance
- 401(k)
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
11d
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

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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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Investigative Assistant I/II

Animal Services Officer

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District Attorney Investigator

Border Patrol Agent - Entry Level

Special Agent, $40,000 Recruitment Incentive

Special Agent - $40,000 Recruitment Incentive

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Air Interdiction Agent

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