Police Officer - Lateral

Town of Los Gatos
Police Officer - Lateral

The Town of Los Gatos is actively recruiting Police Officer - Lateral. Under general supervision of an experienced training officer, this position immediately begins the field-training program. Upon successful completion of training, Police Officers work under a Community Policing philosophy and will be assigned to areas answering calls for the protection of life and property and the enforcement of State and local laws. Police Officers conduct investigations of crimes and arrest suspects; investigate traffic accidents and enforce traffic laws; present evidence in court and interview complainants.

 The successful Police Officer(Lateral) candidate will possess the knowledge, skills and abilities to:

Application and Selection Process: If you are interested in this exciting opportunity,  Apply immediately, as this announcement may close without notice. Please submit your application on-line at www.losgatosca.gov.  Application screening will be conducted by Human Resources to identify applicants with experience, education, and training that best match the position. Reference checks and verification of applicant history will be conducted before a job offer is made. *This classification is represented by the Police Officers Association and is subject to agency shop fees.
 The information contained within this announcement may be modified or revoked without notice and does not constitute either an expressed or implied contract.

The Town of Los Gatos is an Equal Opportunity and does not discriminate against qualified employees or applicants because of race, color, religion, medical, physical or mental disability, or any other basis protected by law. Qualified individuals with a disability will receive reasonable accommodation, as required by the California Family Rights Act (CFRA), and federal laws including the Americans with Disabilities Act and Section 504, during any phase of the selection process, providing such request is made to Human Resources at least five working days in advance. Medical disability verification may be required prior to accommodation. Under federal law, all job applicants must prove authorization to work in the United States at the time of job offer.