Police Officer

This is an entry-level, non-sworn position in the Police Department. The Police Officer Recruit attends a designated California Commission on Peace Officer Standards and Training (P.O.S.T.) approved police academy to learn, train and successfully perform all activities related to the knowledge, skills and abilities required to perform in the capacity of a sworn City of Galt Police Officer.

• Attend and successfully complete the P.O.S.T. Basic Academy approved by the City of Galt.
• Successfully learn, both academic and physical (defensive tactics, firearm, driving, etc.) requirements of the position.
• Attend any other related training.
• Control traffic flow and enforce state laws and local municipal codes violations and traffic regulations.
• Perform investigative work.
• Participate in and provide support and assistance to special crime prevention and enforcement programs.

• Any combination of experience and training that would provide the required knowledge and abilities is qualifying.
• A typical way to obtain the required knowledge and abilities would be:
• Education: Equivalent to graduation from high school.
• License: Must possess a valid California class C driver's license and have a satisfactory driving record.
• Additional Requirements:
• Must be 21 years of age by time of appointment to sworn police officer position.
• Must be a citizen of the United States or a permanent resident alien who is eligible for and has applied for citizenship prior to applying for the position of Police Officer Recruit.
• Must successfully complete a background investigation, which shall include polygraph and psychological exams and a fingerprint clearance.
• Must be able to pass a physical examination, which includes a drug screen, administered by a City appointed physician.

Must be willing to work evening, night, weekend and holiday shifts, pass a detailed background investigation and work with exposure to difficult circumstances, including exposure to hazardous materials and all weather conditions.

Must maintain P.O.S.T. physical standards, including mobility and physical strength and stamina to respond to emergency situations and apprehend suspects, lift and move individuals or objects weighing to 100 pounds; ability to work in a standard office setting and to operate a motor vehicle; vision to maintain firearms qualification, to read printed materials and a computer screen, discern colors and work in a night setting; and hearing and speech to communicate before groups, in person and over the telephone and radio.