Salary : $99,932.76 - $124,735.20 Annually
Location : Visalia, CA
Job Type: Regular Full-Time
Job Number: 00015
Department: POLICE
Opening Date: 11/02/2026
Closing Date: 11/13/2026 5:00 PM Pacific
Description *****The Police Department is establishing an eligibility list for the position of Police Agent. Applicants must be currently employed with the Visalia Police Department.***** The Police Department is establishing an eligibility list for the position of Police Agent.
Applicants must be currently employed with the Visalia Police Department. The list will be used to fill future vacancies throughout calendar year 2027 unless there are not enough names for consideration. Applicants must meet eligibility requirements and provide appropriate supporting documents.
Examples of Duties POLICE AGENTUnder direction, serves on special high-priority assignments, works with other City Departments for planning and problem solving, and works with assigned staff to address quality of life issues within assigned districts; supervises officers in the absence of a Sergeant. May be called upon at any time to respond to a major crime scene or other law enforcement priority outside regular assignment. Performs related responsibilities as required.
Qualifications / Requirements EXPERIENCE AND EDUCATIONPolice Agent Minimum Requirements:- Two (2) years of sworn municipal law enforcement experience, of which, the last one (1) year has been with the Visalia Police Department as a full-time sworn Police Officer.
- Requires possession of the POST Basic Professional Certificate.
- Not on probationary status.
Proof of requirements must be attached to your application. Additional Information Tentative Written Exam:Wednesday, December 9, 2026
VECC
PHYSICAL STANDARDSMust maintain P.O.S.T. physical standards, including mobility and physical strength and stamina to respond to emergency situations and apprehend suspects, lift and push or pull individuals or objects weighing up to 25 pounds and perform the essential functions of the job; ability to work in a standard office setting and to operate a motor vehicle.
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by personnel assigned to this classification and is not necessarily an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required.
FLSA: Non-Exempt
Employee Benefits & Employment InformationBargaining Unit: Employees in this class are represented by the Visalia Police Officers Association (Group B bargaining unit). This bargaining unit may establish and collect dues for their members' independent from the City of Visalia. Those that elect to join may be required to pay dues per the provisions in the MOU.
Salary Policies: The salary range for the job is stated on the job announcement. Candidates are normally hired at the minimum of the salary range. Salary increases are given based upon employee work performance, up to a maximum of 5% per fiscal year.
Longevity Pay: Association members are eligible for longevity pay based on complete years of full-time service with the City of Visalia as a percentage of base wages at the following intervals: 2.5% at 5+ years, 10+ years, 15+ years, and 20+ years. Prior full-time law enforcement officer experience may be counted toward years of service in determining longevity pay.
Police Incentives: Assignments are available in specialized units, including Traffic Bureau, K-9, Investigations/Detectives, Youth Services/Juvenile Officer, SWAT, Field Training Program, Bomb Squad, Special Enforcement (Gang Detail/Narcotics), Range Master, and HOPE Team and offer incentives in the amount outlined in the Group Memorandum of Understanding. Employees shall not receive more than two specialty pays concurrently, regardless of number of categories for which they qualify.
Bilingual pay of $1,300.00 per year, pro-rated each pay period, is available to those who qualify.
Members of Group B are eligible for up to 5% for POST Certificate Pay: 3% for maintaining their Intermediate POST Certificate and an additional 2% for maintaining their Advanced POST Certificate.
Officers in patrol and other designated assignments are furnished with a take home car provided they reside within Visalia's urban boundaries.
Uniforms and Uniform Maintenance: Group "B" members receive an annual uniform allowance of $1,100 for the provision and maintenance of appropriate uniforms and equipment. They are responsible for acquiring, cleaning, and replacing uniforms as necessary. The uniform allowance is calculated and paid bi-weekly as part of regular payroll.
Stand-by pay allowance of $1,000 annually is provided for "on-call" availability with regard to court-related duties. Other On-Call/Call-Back/Standby Compensation is outlined in the MOU.
The Visalia Police Department currently operates under a hybrid model of either a 4/10 or a 3/12.5 shift schedule.
Holidays: Regular full-time City employees receive eleven (11) paid holidays. In lieu of the holidays, shift employees receive 4 hours of compensatory time off and 4 hours of regular pay in the pay period the holiday falls.
Vacation: Regular full-time employees earn 10 days per year. After 2 years, employees are eligible for 11 days; after 4 years, 14 days; after 9 years, 17 days; and after 16 years, 20 days of vacation per year. Employees are eligible for vacation usage after six (6) months of service. The waiting period is waived for employees hired as qualified lateral Police Officers. Employees hired from another governmental agency may be entitled to receive years-of-service credit for their vacation accrual rate for such previous employment and applies only to the government agency the employee was employed with immediately prior to employment with the City of Visalia.
Sick Leave: Regular full-time employees earn 96 hours of sick leave per year, accrued on a pay period basis. Employees are eligible for sick leave usage after three (3) months of service.
Annual Sick Leave Buy Back: For employees covered under the Sick Leave I provision of the policy, the City will automatically cash out all sick leave hours over 480 hours at 40% of the employee's base rate of pay.
Health Insurance: The City provides employee health insurance which includes medical, dental, and vision care. Employee contribution rates are determined by employee's bargaining unit and plan selected. Health benefits are also available for an employee's dependents for an additional contribution rate. Eligibility for health insurance benefits begins on the first of the month after the date of hire. Contribution rates are reviewed for adjustment annually.
Life Insurance: The City pays the premium for a life insurance and accidental death or dismemberment policy of $30,000. A supplemental life insurance policy may be purchased and paid through payroll deduction. Eligibility for life insurance benefits begins on the first of the month after the date of hire.
Retirement: The City of Visalia is a member of the California Public Employees Retirement System (CalPERS). Police Officers are covered under the public safety 2.7% @ 57 plan. (Employees with previous CalPERS qualifying service (Classic employees) may fall under the 3% @ 55 plan.) Each pay period, the employee pays an employee contribution at the CalPERS established rate. The City pays an employer contribution towards the retirement benefit and employees are responsible for contributing 3% of the employer contribution in addition to the required employee contribution.
Social Security/FICA: City employees are not subject to regular Social Security (FICA) deductions. However, Federal law requires that the Medicare portion of the FICA is deducted.
Section 125: The City offers a voluntary Section 125 program whereby tax-free contributions are put into a trust account and are available for withdrawal with documentation of an unreimbursed healthcare or dependent care expense (i.e. premium, dependent care, medical care).
Long Term Disability: Regular full-time City employees are eligible for disability insurance (up to 2/3 of their salary) in the event they are disabled for more than ninety (90) days. LTD premium cost is paid by the employee.
Worker's Compensation: Salary continuance is provided up to one year for Safety employees who sustain an occupational injury or contract occupational illnesses. Regular Worker's Compensation disability benefits are paid thereafter in accordance with Worker's Compensation laws.
Other Benefits: The City also offers additional benefits such as an employee assistance program (EAP), a pre-tax deferred compensation plan, education assistance up to $2,500 per fiscal year, as well as an Onsite City-sponsored clinic staffed by clinicians 6 days per week available to all full-time employees and covered dependents. Services include general medical care and health and wellness coaching. No deductibles, co-pays, or out-of-pocket expenses.
As a potential applicant, you are about to participate in a series of events collectively called the employment process. Because the goal of the employment process is to obtain the most qualified candidates to fill City positions, examinations are administered to qualified applicants. These examinations are conducted in a variety of ways (written, oral, practical, and/or performance), yet they share a common purpose - to test applicants based upon the knowledge, skills and abilities required to perform the duties and responsibilities of the job.
The employment process occurs in several stages which are described below:
Application: Perspective employees must submit a City of Visalia application and other documents required as outlined in the announcement by the closing time specified on the final filing date. Final filing dates and times are listed on the front of each announcement. Separate original applications must be submitted for each recruitment/position applied for.
Examination: Applicants will be evaluated and applicants who clearly appear to be more qualified in terms of knowledge, skills, and abilities will be invited to take an examination or combination of examinations. Written, practical, oral, and/or performance examination scores, or a pre-determined combined examination score, will determine standing on the eligible list.
Exam Accommodations: If you are most qualified for the job, but need reasonable accommodations to take the exam, contact the Human Resources Division at least five (5) days prior to the exam. We want to work with you to design a fair and effective means by which you can demonstrate your ability to perform the essential functions of this job. Be prepared to furnish proof of the need for accommodation. Such proof should normally be a signed statement on letterhead by a professional who is qualified to make a diagnosis.
Eligible lists: Eligible lists contain names, in descending order of score, of applicants who have obtained passing scores. Eligible lists are maintained for no less than six (6) months and no more than one year unless otherwise determined by Human Resources. The City retains the authority to reestablish an eligible list for a specific job opening when deemed necessary. Separate eligible lists are established for each recruitment.
Selection: A departmental interview is conducted with the top candidates from the eligible list. The number of candidates interviewed depends on the number of vacancies.
Background Review: Depending on the position, prospective employees will be subject to clearing a background investigation which may include, but is not limited to, a reference check, credit check, criminal history review, social security verification, DMV record check, polygraph, and psychological evaluation.
Post Offer Medical Examination: Prior to starting work, all prospective employees are required to take a drug/alcohol screening administered by the City's medical provider and/or pass a medical examination. Candidates are cautioned not to quit or give notice to present employers until the medical examination has been completed and passed.
Probationary Period: Persons hired or promoted into the classification of Police Officer shall serve an eighteen (18) month probationary period. An employee may be terminated without recourse for any reason and at any time during the probationary period.
Immigration Law: Prior to employment, applicants will be required to provide proof of U.S. citizenship, alien registration, or authorization to work in the United States at time of appointment, and complete an I-9 form. Failure to do so within three (3) days from date of hire may be cause for termination. Once hired, failure to maintain authorization to work in the United States may be cause for termination of employment.
Driver's License: Some City positions may require possession of a valid California Driver's License. Employees may also be required to submit a DMV printout with proof of automobile insurance as some positions may require the use of your vehicle on the job. Additionally, employees may be required to drive City vehicles or equipment.
Non-Smoking Policy: A non-smoking ordinance adopted by the City provides a smoke-free environment.
Drug-Free Workplace: The City is a drug-free workplace and has adopted a comprehensive substance abuse policy.
Discrimination and Anti-Harassment Policy: A zero-tolerance discrimination and anti-harassment policy adopted by the City provides employees and volunteers with a professional work environment in which they are not exposed to harassment and illegal discrimination of any kind.
The provisions of this announcement do not constitute an expressed or implied contract. Any provisions contained in the announcement may be modified or revoked without notice.01
Do you have two (2) years of sworn municipal law enforcement experience,
