• Patrol City in radio-equipped car; answer calls for the protection of life and property, and the enforcement of City, County, and State laws; may conduct both preliminary and follow-up investigations of disturbances, property crimes against persons, and other criminal incidents.
• Make arrests as necessary; interview victims, complainants, and witnesses; interrogate arresting and/or follow-up investigations of offenses.
• Prepare reports on arrest, traffic violation of laws; warn drivers against unlawful practices, issue citations, and make arrests as necessary.
• Check buildings for physical security, report traffic hazards to the proper authority, i.e., inoperative street lamps.
• Arrest, search, fingerprint, photograph, book, and transport prisoners.
• Direct traffic at special events, fire and other emergency or congested situations.
• Maintain contact with citizens regarding potential law enforcement problems and preserve good relationships with the general public.
• Serve warrants and subpoenas, file complaints, and perform other work related to the processing of misdemeanor and felony complaints.
• Assist in the performance of special investigative and crime prevention duties as required.
• Respond to medical emergencies and administer first aid as necessary.
• Attend meetings, seminars, and training sessions as assigned.
• Enforce traffic laws, warn drivers against unlawful practices, issue citations, and make arrests as necessary.
• Act as Field Training Officer for Police Officer trainees when required.

SELECTION PROCESS

All application materials will be thoroughly reviewed and those applicants whose background and experience most closely match the needs of the Police Department will be invited to an oral interview. Those candidates scoring 70% and above on the oral exam will be placed on an eligibility list. Upon establishment of the eligibility list, those invited to begin the background process must immediately turn in the PHS statement. You can find the PHS at: POST PHS Statement

An extensive background investigation covering prior employment, personal references, financial history, driving record, criminal history, controlled substance use/abuse, and personal character will be conducted. Successful completion of a medical examination, drug screen test, and psychological evaluation conducted by City designated doctors, and polygraph exam will be required prior to appointment.

COMPENSATION & BENEFITS

The Lateral Police Officer offers a highly competitive salary with an attractive and competitive benefit package as outlined below. The starting salary for this position will be based on the competitive labor market and the successful candidate's qualifications, experience, and salary history.

• 3% Negotiated Salary Increase effective 7/1/26
• 3% at 55 PERS retirement (Classic Members) and 2.7% at 57 PERS retirement (New Member)
• $1,500 a month for medical allowance.
• 96 hours - 160 hours vacation based on years of service
• 120 holiday hours and 40 floating holiday hours
• Educational Incentive Pay
• Certificate Pay
• Longevity Pay
• Special Duty Pay
• Bilingual Pay
• 96 sick hours per year (may bring up to 200 hours of sick leave from current employer)
• $75,000 life insurance on employee and $10,000 on dependents
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

REASONABLE ACCOMMODATION

The City of Claremont is committed to providing reasonable accommodation to applicants as required by the Americans with Disability Act (ADA) and Fair Employment and Housing Act (FEHA). Individuals with qualified disabilities who need reasonable accommodation during the selection process or in the performance of their duties must specify the accommodations needed, in writing, at the time when the employment application is submitted.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

The City of Claremont is an Equal Opportunity Employer, committed to supporting Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion initiatives to build and sustain an environment that values diversity, welcomes opportunities to engage and understand others, and fosters a sense of belonging.