Police Officer

We are seeking a highly skilled and dedicated Police Officer to join our team at the City of Montclair. As a Police Officer, you will be responsible for maintaining public safety, enforcing laws, and providing exceptional service to our community.

• Prevent crimes and enforce laws to ensure public safety
• Investigate complaints and apprehend criminals and suspects
• Protect the innocent, help the distressed, and safeguard public rights
• Assume responsibilities and perform duties related to the work, as required

Police Officers work a Monday - Thursday 10-hour schedule or Friday - Sunday 12.5 hour schedule.

• Must be currently enrolled in, or hold a certificate of completion from a POST-certified Basic Academy, or currently employed as a Police Officer with a California law enforcement agency and possess a California POST Basic Certificate

• A copy of your POST or Academy Certificate must be uploaded to your application
• POST PHYSICAL AGILITY: Candidates who are currently enrolled in a POST academy, or have graduated from a POST academy within six months are exempt from taking the agility
• ORAL INTERVIEW: Successful candidates will be required to participate in a standard in-person panel interview

• Full-time employees are currently covered by the California Public Employees' Retirement System
• The City contributes to medical, dental, and vision health plans for the employee with family coverage available
• A term life insurance policy is paid by the City, as well as a long-term disability plan
• An educational subsidy is available upon completion of one-year probation