Police Officer - Academy Graduate

Overview

The recruitment is open and continuous and may close at any time without notice. Interested candidates are encouraged to apply and submit all the required documents as soon as possible.

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The Vacaville Police Department is recruiting motivated and qualified candidates to serve as Vacaville Police Officers. The Vacaville Police Department is committed to delivering exceptional law enforcement services to our diverse and growing community. With over 175 full-time employees, including 116 sworn positions, we offer opportunities across Patrol, K-9, Investigations, Narcotics, Crime Suppression, Tactical Operations, Traffic Enforcement and Family Services. At the Vacaville Police Department, we are driven by integrity, professionalism, teamwork and strong connections with the community we serve.

Upon completion of our FTO program, Police Officers will patrol assigned areas of the City, investigate crimes against persons or property, make arrests and enforce traffic laws. Officers will also prepare detailed police reports, testify in court and perform other law enforcement duties to protect the community.

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• Police Officer – Academy Graduate: $107,078/year*
• Police Officer Salary (upon completion of FTO): $122,236 - $175,178/year*
• Includes 5.38% holiday pay and a $1,800 uniform allowance.

• Additional Compensation And Other Benefits
• Hiring Incentive - $20,000
• Holiday Pay - 5.38%
• Educational Incentive - 2.5% for Associate's Degree/5% for Bachelor's Degree
• Senior Officer Program - 2.5-12% (depends on qualifications)
• Bilingual Premium - 2.5%
• Clothing Allowance - $1,800/year
• Tuition Reimbursement - $2,200/year
• Graveyard Shift Differential - $520/month
• Take-home Vehicle Program
• Generous contributions to medical, dental, and vision plans
• Participation in the CalPERS Retirement System

To apply for this Police Officer Academy Graduate position, you must meet one of the following criteria:

• You are currently enrolled in a California P.O.S.T.
  
  -approved police academy and are expected to graduate no later than June 2026; or
• You have successfully graduated from a California P.O.S.T.
  
  -approved police academy within the last 3 years; or
• You are currently employed in a sworn capacity with a California law enforcement agency but have not yet completed probation.

Candidates who currently work for a California law enforcement agency and have passed probation should not apply for this recruitment. Please  to apply for Police Officer - Lateral.

The City of Vacaville is recruiting motivated and qualified candidates to serve as Vacaville Police Officers.

The Vacaville Police Department is committed to delivering exceptional law enforcement services to our diverse and growing community. With over 175 full-time employees, including 116 sworn positions, we offer opportunities across Patrol, K-9, Investigations, Narcotics, Crime Suppression, Tactical Operations, Traffic Enforcement and Family Services. At the Vacaville Police Department, we are driven by integrity, professionalism, teamwork and strong connections with the community we serve.

Education:

Successful completion of the Police Academy is required. An A.A./A.S. degree is desirable. Military service and relevant training may also be considered.

Experience:

Some public contact work experience is required. Community organization or law enforcement experience is desirable.

License Or Certificate
Successful completion of a California Basic Law Enforcement Academy (dated within the preceding three (3) years) or P.O.S.T. recertification course (dated within the preceding three (3) years) is required at the time of application.

Note:

Candidates currently enrolled in a California Basic Law Enforcement Academy, with an expected graduation no later than June 2026, are eligible to apply. Submittal of documentation is required. Possession of a valid California Class C driver's license and a satisfactory driving record are conditions of initial and continued employment.

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