Police Officer (Lateral)

Salary: $111,559.00 - $149,484.00 Annually
Location : 1000 San Pablo Avenue, Albany, CA
Job Type: Full-Time
Job Number: 00260
Department: Police
Opening Date: 04/24/2026

Description
Police Officer (Lateral)
Incentive Program for Lateral Candidates:

• 80 hours of vacation time for Police Officers that successfully complete FTO.

Description:
Positions in this class areoccupied by sworn personnel pursuant to California Penal Code §830.1 who are responsible for protecting persons and property; enforcing state and local laws and ordinances; and maintaining order. The duties require initiative, resourcefulness, the ability to analyze situations and in emergencies to adopt a quick, effective, and responsible course of action. The work involves frequent contact with the public and the ability to deal with persons in tense situations where relations may be strained.
Examples of Duties

Management reserves the right to add, modify, change, or rescind the work assignments of different positions and to make reasonable accommodations so that qualified employees can perform the essential functions of the job. Click HERE for our full job description.

• Ensures active community policing pursuant to codified department policy and strategies.
• Patrols an assigned area by car, motorcycle, bicycle, or on foot; observes, investigates, and reports suspicious and hazardous conditions; apprehends and arrests law violators.
• Responds to routine and emergency calls for protection of persons and property, and for the enforcement of city ordinances, state laws, and federal laws.
• Investigates crimes, accidents, deaths, and disturbances; gathers evidence; interviews, questions, and takes statements from complainants, suspects, and witnesses; completes reports.
• Takes charge of juveniles and delinquents and works on cases involving unfit homes and crimes committed against or by juveniles; handles missing persons cases; works with community organizations and governmental agencies in delinquencies and in delinquency control programs.
• Searches, transports, and assists in the booking of prisoners.
• Participates in specialty units including hostage negotiation teams, tactical response team, and other related police specialty units.
• Completes and submits reports and documentation of work performed.
• Organizes community outreach events; Speaks before business, school, civic and special groups, as necessary.
• Participates in continuous training to enhance law enforcement skills including defensive driving skills, apprehension and arrest techniques, investigative skills, and general law enforcement skills.
• Answers questions from the public concerning local and State laws, procedures, and activities of the department.
• Serves as Field Training Officer, as assigned; trains new recruits and lateral police officers; documents trainee progress and prepares evaluations.
• Performs related duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

• Be currently employed as a police/peace officer in the State of California; and have satisfactorily completed, in another jurisdiction, a probation period for a peace officer classification
• Possess a high school diploma or equivalent with related college work
• Possess a valid California Class C Driver's license with a satisfactory driving record

Selection Process

All completed applications will be reviewed. Based on the information in the application documents, the most qualified applicants will be invited for further examination. Applicants meeting the minimum qualifications are not guaranteed advancement through any subsequent phase of the examination.
Tentative Application Deadline*:

• First Review of Applications: May 15, 2026
• Second Review of Applications: June 5, 2026

*Posting may close as soon as position is filled.
1. Application: a completed application includes the following:

• Attach a current California POST Basic Certificate.

2. Chief's Interview (In-Person)
After all applications have been reviewed, the most qualified candidates will be invited to participate in an interview with the Chief of Police and Lieutenants from the Albany Police Department. Candidates that pass the interview will go through a full background investigation.

3. Background Investigation
A thorough investigation of personal history, including but not limited to work history, education, military, arrest record, etc., will be conducted on candidates certified to the Police Department. A polygraph is a part of the background examination.

4. Job Offer
Candidates may be provided with a conditional job offer. After receiving a conditional offer of employment, candidates must successfully complete a required psychological examination and medical examination prior to appointment.
The City of Albany is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against race, color, gender, gender identity, religion, national origin, age, sex origin or disability. In accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, should special accommodations be necessary at any stage of the selection process, please contact the Human Resources Department at (510) 528-5715 a minimum of five days prior to the examination.
Salary

• Up to top salary $196,571*
  • This salary range includes incentives for POST certificates, college degree, longevity pay and night shift differential, bilingual and holiday overtime.

Retirement

• CalPERS Classic Sworn: 3% @ 55 benefit formula
• CalPERS PEPRA Sworn: 2.7% @ 57 benefit formula

Health Insurance

• The City offers a choice of medical plans through the CalPERS Medical Program. The City aligns its contribution rates with CalPERS Kaiser Region 1 premium.
• Employees who have minimum essential medical coverage through another source may elect to waive enrollment in the City's medical plan and elect the alternative benefit. Employees will receive elective paid leave that is cashed out each quarter.

Dental, Orthodontia, Life Insurance, and Disability

• 100% Employer-paid dental insurance through Delta Dental
• Supplemental Orthodontia reimbursement plan
• 100% Employer-paid Life/AD&D insurance in the amount of $50,000

Other Optional Benefits

• Vision Insurance (VSP) - with competitive rates
• Section 457 deferred compensation program, administered through MissionSquare
• Payroll Roth IRA plan, administered through MissionSquare
• Section 125 flexible spending benefits plan for health care and dependent care expenses
• Disability plan through PORAC (Sworn Only)
• Supplemental Life/AD&D Insurance Buy-Up Plan

Leave

• Vacation Leave: 11 days per year (increases with years of service)
• Holiday pay: 13 days per year
• Sick Leave: 12 days per year

Incentives & Pay

• Education
• POST
• Bilingual Pay
• Night Shift Differential
• Longevity Pay
• Uniform Allowance ($1,200 annually)
• Special Assignment Pay (Sworn Only)
• Acting Pay (Sworn Only)
• TRT Pay (Sworn Only)
• Safety Equipment Allowance (Sworn Only)

Additional Benefits

• Free on-site fitness gym
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Retirement Health Savings Plan (employee contributions)

For more information, visit our or page.
01

Applicants for the Police Officer position must meet minimum standards. The following questions relate to the standards that the Albany Police Department has adopted as prima facie disqualification for public safety applicants. I understand that any material misstatement of fact or significant admission during the application or background process shall be disqualifying, including inconsistent statements made during the initial background interview (Personal History Statement) or polygraph examination or discrepancies between this background investigation and other investigations conducted by other law enforcement agencies.

• Yes
• No

02

Were you referred by an Albany Police Department member, if so list name and job title?
03

During the time you are filling out this application, are you legally authorized to work in the United States under federal law?

• Yes
• No

04

Do you possess a high school diploma or equivalent?

• Yes
• No

05

Have you been involved in two (2) or more chargeable collisions within the past three (3) years prior to the date of application?

• Yes
• No

06

Have you been convicted of driving under the influence of alcohol and/or drugs within four (4) years prior to application date, or any two (2) convictions for driving under the influence of alcohol and/or drugs?

• Yes
• No

07

Do you have any felony convictions?

• Yes
• No

08

Do you have any misdemeanor or convictions? Having a misdemeanor conviction will not automatically disqualify you from continuing in the selection process. Each case will be given individual consideration based on job relatedness.

• Yes
• No

09

If you have a misdemeanor conviction, please provide the following information: 1) Description of conviction(s); 2) Date of convictions; 3) State where conviction(s) occurred; 4) Charges(s); and 5) Penalty/Disposition. If no conviction, write "N/A".
10

Have you been academically dismissed from any P.O.S.T. certified basic law enforcement academy wherein no demonstrated effort has been made to improve in the deficient areas, except: subsequent successful completion of another P.O.S.T. basic law enforcement academy shall rescind this requirement?If "No," please enter "No"If "Yes," please provide details.
11

Have you ever had an administrative conviction of any act while employed as a peace officer (including military police officers) involving lying, falsification of any official report or document, or theft? If "No," please enter "No"If "Yes," please provide details.
12

As an adult, have you used any of the following drugs within the past three (3) years: Hallucinogens, Psilocybin (Mushrooms), LSD, MDMA (Ecstasy), Cocaine, Methamphetamine, Heroin?

• Yes
• No

13

Do you understand that during the course of the hiring process any drug test that detects illegal drugs will be considered an automatic disqualifier?

• Yes
• No

14

Are there any issues or incidents which occurred during your current and/or previous employment that you think might impact the City of Albany's decision to hire you?
15

Why do you want to leave your most recent law enforcement agency?
16

I certify that, by clicking "YES", the answers I have provided on this Supplemental Questionnaire are true and accurate. If it is determined that the answers I have provided are not true and accurate it would disqualify me from participation in the recruitment process, and if hired, could result in termination of employment.

• Yes
• No

Required Question

Salary: $111,559.00 - $149,484.00 Annually
Location : 1000 San Pablo Avenue, Albany, CA
Job Type: Full-Time
Job Number: 00260
Department: Police
Opening Date: 04/24/2026

Description
Police Officer (Lateral)
Incentive Program for Lateral Candidates:

• 80 hours of vacation time for Police Officers that successfully complete FTO.

Description:
Positions in this class areoccupied by sworn personnel pursuant to California Penal Code §830.1 who are responsible for protecting persons and property; enforcing state and local laws and ordinances; and maintaining order. The duties require initiative, resourcefulness, the ability to analyze situations and in emergencies to adopt a quick, effective, and responsible course of action. The work involves frequent contact with the public and the ability to deal with persons in tense situations where relations may be strained.
Examples of Duties

Management reserves the right to add, modify, change, or rescind the work assignments of different positions and to make reasonable accommodations so that qualified employees can perform the essential functions of the job. Click HERE for our full job description.

• Ensures active community policing pursuant to codified department policy and strategies.
• Patrols an assigned area by car, motorcycle, bicycle, or on foot; observes, investigates, and reports suspicious and hazardous conditions; apprehends and arrests law violators.
• Responds to routine and emergency calls for protection of persons and property, and for the enforcement of city ordinances, state laws, and federal laws.
• Investigates crimes, accidents, deaths, and disturbances; gathers evidence; interviews, questions, and takes statements from complainants, suspects, and witnesses; completes reports.
• Takes charge of juveniles and delinquents and works on cases involving unfit homes and crimes committed against or by juveniles; handles missing persons cases; works with community organizations and governmental agencies in delinquencies and in delinquency control programs.
• Searches, transports, and assists in the booking of prisoners.
• Participates in specialty units including hostage negotiation teams, tactical response team, and other related police specialty units.
• Completes and submits reports and documentation of work performed.
• Organizes community outreach events; Speaks before business, school, civic and special groups, as necessary.
• Participates in continuous training to enhance law enforcement skills including defensive driving skills, apprehension and arrest techniques, investigative skills, and general law enforcement skills.
• Answers questions from the public concerning local and State laws, procedures, and activities of the department.
• Serves as Field Training Officer, as assigned; trains new recruits and lateral police officers; documents trainee progress and prepares evaluations.
• Performs related duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

• Be currently employed as a police/peace officer in the State of California; and have satisfactorily completed, in another jurisdiction, a probation period for a peace officer classification
• Possess a high school diploma or equivalent with related college work
• Possess a valid California Class C Driver's license with a satisfactory driving record

Selection Process

All completed applications will be reviewed. Based on the information in the application documents, the most qualified applicants will be invited for further examination. Applicants meeting the minimum qualifications are not guaranteed advancement through any subsequent phase of the examination.
Tentative Application Deadline*:

• First Review of Applications: May 15, 2026
• Second Review of Applications: June 5, 2026

*Posting may close as soon as position is filled.
1. Application: a completed application includes the following:

• Attach a current California POST Basic Certificate.

2. Chief's Interview (In-Person)
After all applications have been reviewed, the most qualified candidates will be invited to participate in an interview with the Chief of Police and Lieutenants from the Albany Police Department. Candidates that pass the interview will go through a full background investigation.

3. Background Investigation
A thorough investigation of personal history, including but not limited to work history, education, military, arrest record, etc., will be conducted on candidates certified to the Police Department. A polygraph is a part of the background examination.

4. Job Offer
Candidates may be provided with a conditional job offer. After receiving a conditional offer of employment, candidates must successfully complete a required psychological examination and medical examination prior to appointment.
The City of Albany is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against race, color, gender, gender identity, religion, national origin, age, sex origin or disability. In accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, should special accommodations be necessary at any stage of the selection process, please contact the Human Resources Department at (510) 528-5715 a minimum of five days prior to the examination.
Salary

• Up to top salary $196,571*
  • This salary range includes incentives for POST certificates, college degree, longevity pay and night shift differential, bilingual and holiday overtime.

Retirement

• CalPERS Classic Sworn: 3% @ 55 benefit formula
• CalPERS PEPRA Sworn: 2.7% @ 57 benefit formula

Health Insurance

• The City offers a choice of medical plans through the CalPERS Medical Program. The City aligns its contribution rates with CalPERS Kaiser Region 1 premium.
• Employees who have minimum essential medical coverage through another source may elect to waive enrollment in the City's medical plan and elect the alternative benefit. Employees will receive elective paid leave that is cashed out each quarter.

Dental, Orthodontia, Life Insurance, and Disability

• 100% Employer-paid dental insurance through Delta Dental
• Supplemental Orthodontia reimbursement plan
• 100% Employer-paid Life/AD&D insurance in the amount of $50,000

Other Optional Benefits

• Vision Insurance (VSP) - with competitive rates
• Section 457 deferred compensation program, administered through MissionSquare
• Payroll Roth IRA plan, administered through MissionSquare
• Section 125 flexible spending benefits plan for health care and dependent care expenses
• Disability plan through PORAC (Sworn Only)
• Supplemental Life/AD&D Insurance Buy-Up Plan

Leave

• Vacation Leave: 11 days per year (increases with years of service)
• Holiday pay: 13 days per year
• Sick Leave: 12 days per year

Incentives & Pay

• Education
• POST
• Bilingual Pay
• Night Shift Differential
• Longevity Pay
• Uniform Allowance ($1,200 annually)
• Special Assignment Pay (Sworn Only)
• Acting Pay (Sworn Only)
• TRT Pay (Sworn Only)
• Safety Equipment Allowance (Sworn Only)

Additional Benefits

• Free on-site fitness gym
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Retirement Health Savings Plan (employee contributions)

For more information, visit our or page.
01

Applicants for the Police Officer position must meet minimum standards. The following questions relate to the standards that the Albany Police Department has adopted as prima facie disqualification for public safety applicants. I understand that any material misstatement of fact or significant admission during the application or background process shall be disqualifying, including inconsistent statements made during the initial background interview (Personal History Statement) or polygraph examination or discrepancies between this background investigation and other investigations conducted by other law enforcement agencies.

• Yes
• No

02

Were you referred by an Albany Police Department member, if so list name and job title?
03

During the time you are filling out this application, are you legally authorized to work in the United States under federal law?

• Yes
• No

04

Do you possess a high school diploma or equivalent?

• Yes
• No

05

Have you been involved in two (2) or more chargeable collisions within the past three (3) years prior to the date of application?

• Yes
• No

06

Have you been convicted of driving under the influence of alcohol and/or drugs within four (4) years prior to application date, or any two (2) convictions for driving under the influence of alcohol and/or drugs?

• Yes
• No

07

Do you have any felony convictions?

• Yes
• No

08

Do you have any misdemeanor or convictions? Having a misdemeanor conviction will not automatically disqualify you from continuing in the selection process. Each case will be given individual consideration based on job relatedness.

• Yes
• No

09

If you have a misdemeanor conviction, please provide the following information: 1) Description of conviction(s); 2) Date of convictions; 3) State where conviction(s) occurred; 4) Charges(s); and 5) Penalty/Disposition. If no conviction, write "N/A".
10

Have you been academically dismissed from any P.O.S.T. certified basic law enforcement academy wherein no demonstrated effort has been made to improve in the deficient areas, except: subsequent successful completion of another P.O.S.T. basic law enforcement academy shall rescind this requirement?If "No," please enter "No"If "Yes," please provide details.
11

Have you ever had an administrative conviction of any act while employed as a peace officer (including military police officers) involving lying, falsification of any official report or document, or theft? If "No," please enter "No"If "Yes," please provide details.
12

As an adult, have you used any of the following drugs within the past three (3) years: Hallucinogens, Psilocybin (Mushrooms), LSD, MDMA (Ecstasy), Cocaine, Methamphetamine, Heroin?

• Yes
• No

13

Do you understand that during the course of the hiring process any drug test that detects illegal drugs will be considered an automatic disqualifier?

• Yes
• No

14

Are there any issues or incidents which occurred during your current and/or previous employment that you think might impact the City of Albany's decision to hire you?
15

Why do you want to leave your most recent law enforcement agency?
16

I certify that, by clicking "YES", the answers I have provided on this Supplemental Questionnaire are true and accurate. If it is determined that the answers I have provided are not true and accurate it would disqualify me from participation in the recruitment process, and if hired, could result in termination of employment.

• Yes
• No

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