Salary : $90,888.00 - $110,484.00 Annually
Location : Police Department 425 N. Irwin Street, Hanford, CA 93230, CA
Job Type: Full Time
Job Number: 26/27-02
Department: Police
Division: Operations
Opening Date: 07/13/2026
Closing Date: 7/28/2026 4:00 PM Pacific
DESCRIPTION To organize, assign and review the work of assigned staff engaged in sworn police work; to perform duties requiring specialized knowledge; and to provide administrative support to assigned supervisor.
This is the advanced journey level in the Police Officer series. Positions at this level are distinguished from other classes within the series by the level of responsibility assumed, complexity of duties assigned, independence of action taken, by the amount of time spent performing the duties, and by the nature of the public contact made. Employees perform the most difficult and responsible types of duties assigned to classes within this series, including providing technical and functional supervision over assigned personnel and perform liaison and partnership functions with various school and community groups. Employees at this level are required to be fully trained in all procedures related to assigned areas of responsibility.
EXAMPLE OF ESSENTIAL DUTIESDuties may include, but are not limited to, the following:
Plan, prioritize, and review the work of staff assigned to a variety of patrol or school resource officer functions.
Develop schedules and methods to accomplish assignments ensuring work is completed in a timely and efficient manner.
Participate in evaluating the activities of staff, recommending improvements and modifications.
Provide and coordinate staff training; work with employees to correct deficiencies.
Act as liaison with various school and community groups; develop positive relationships with students, faculty, and community members.
Patrol an assigned area and perform law enforcement duties including traffic enforcement, arrest and detention of suspected criminals, and conduct investigations.
Assume the responsibilities of a Police Sergeant when assigned or in the Sergeant's absence.
Build and maintain positive working relationships with co-workers, other City employees and the public using principles of good customer service.
Foster an environment that embraces diversity, integrity, trust, and respect.
Be an integral team player, which involves flexibility, cooperation, and communication.
Perform related duties as assigned.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONSKnowledge of:
Principles and practices of technical and functional supervision and training.
Principles and practices of law enforcement, traffic control, and community policing.
Pertinent Federal, State and local laws, regulations and ordinances; and department policies and procedures.
Ability to:
Provide technical and functional supervision over assigned staff; effectively train staff.
Perform the work of a sworn police officer, including patrol, investigation, and traffic control.
On a continuous basis, know and understand all aspects of the job; intermittently analyze work papers, reports and special projects; remember accounts given by witnesses; identify crime suspects; interpret and apply the law to field situations; observe while conducting surveillance; problem solve crime situations; and explain law to the public.
On an intermittent basis, sit at desk or in patrol vehicle; walk and stand during patrol activities; bend, squat and keel during inspection of crime scene or conducting building searches; climb stairs and/or ladders; twist while making arrests; perform simple and power grasping, pushing, pulling and fine manipulation. Continuously wear a vest of up to 10 pounds and a gun belt of approximately 20 pounds; and intermittently carry weight of 100 pounds or less.
Maintain calm, rational, and professional demeanor during high levels of stress or critical incidents.
Use and care for firearms and wear body armor.
Operate police vehicle in both emergency and non-emergency situations.
Establish and maintain positive working relationships with members of the community; perform public relations work for the department and the City.
Analyze situations accurately and adopt an effective course of action.
Use sound judgment in recognizing scope of authority; exercise sound judgment in a variety of emergency situations.
Operate and use modern office equipment including computers and applicable software.
Maintain regular attendance and adhere to prescribed work schedule to conduct job responsibilities.
Utilize appropriate safety procedures and practices for assigned duties.
Communicate effectively orally and in writing.
Relate effectively with people of varied academic, cultural, and socio-economic backgrounds using tact, diplomacy, and courtesy.
Establish and maintain effective, cooperative and collaborative working relationships with others.
Experience and Education
Any combination of experience and education that would provide the required knowledge and abilities is qualifying. A typical way to obtain the required knowledge and abilities would be:
Experience
Two years of responsible journey experience similar to Police Officer with the City of Hanford.
Education:
Equivalent to the completion of the twelfth grade supplemented by accredited college course work in public safety or law enforcement.
License and Certificate
Possession of, or ability to obtain, an appropriate, valid California driver's license.
Possession of a Peace Officer Standards and Training (POST) Basic certificate.
Ability to pass an extensive background investigation including medical and psychological exams.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATIONThe application screening will include a competitive review of relevant education, training, and work experience, followed by a written exam and/or an interview before an Oral Board to identify the most qualified candidates. Meeting the minimum qualifications does not guarantee an interview, and the screening committee's decision is final. Candidates considered eligible for appointment will be placed on the City's Certified Eligibility List. Applicants will receive written notification of the results of all phases of the recruitment process leading to the creation of the Eligibility List, if applicable.
EMPLOYEE BENEFITS:
- Public Employees' Retirement System: The City provides the PERS retirement program, 3% @ 55 for Classic Members and 2.7% @ 57 for New Members.
- Alternative Work Schedule: 3/12 plus an 8-hour plan for most patrol positions.
- Holiday Pay: 56 hours per year with an additional 56 hours added to a holiday-in-lieu bank.
- Vacation: Starts at 88 hours per year and up to 160 hours per year based on time of service.
- Sick Leave: 96 hours per year with unlimited accumulation. At retirement, Classic Members may apply unused sick leave toward retirement benefits.
- Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance: Three medical plans to choose from to meet your family or financial needs. The City pays 60% of the total premium cost of all regular and probationary employees and their dependents.
- Hanford Employee Care Connection (City-sponsored clinic) is free and available to all insured full-time employees and covered dependents. Medical care offering same-day appointments, little to no co-pays, and comprehensive health care.
- City paid life insurance policy of $50,000.
- Tuition Reimbursement: A tuition reimbursement plan is available for work-related studies up to $5,000 per fiscal year.
- Bilingual Pay: 5% for eligible employees.
- Uniform Allowance: $1,200.00 a year
- Longevity Pay is provided to employees upon completion of ten, fifteen, and twenty years of California Peace Officer Standard and Training (POST) qualified sworn peace officer full-time employment.
Years of Service
Percentage of Base Rate of Pay
After the completion of 10 years
5%
After the completion of 15 years
An additional 2.5% for a total of 7.5%
After the completion of 20 years
An additional 2.5% for a total of 10% - POST Certificate Incentive Pay: 5% for Intermediate and 2.5% for Advanced POST Certificate.
- 457 Deferred Compensation Plan: Matched employer contributions up to $75.00 per pay period.
- Take-home vehicle for sworn employees residing within 25 miles of the Hanford Police Department.
