Police Officer (Lateral)

Police Officer

The City of Paso Robles is offering an exciting opportunity to become a Police Officer. This recruitment is for lateral police officers. To be considered a lateral officer, candidates must meet all of the following conditions : be currently employed as a peace officer by a state police agency at the time of application, have at least two years of experience, including one year of patrol officer experience with a municipality, Sheriff's Office, or equivalent, and possess a California POST Basic Certificate or a Basic Course Waiver at the time of a conditional offer of employment to the position of police officer.

This recruitment offers a hiring incentive of up to $20,000, a housing assistance loan of up to $60,000, a moving allowance of up to $10,000, additional vacation leave, and vacation accrual rate enhancement.

About Paso Robles : Nestled in the heart of California's scenic Central Coast, Paso Roblesshort for El Paso de Robles, or "The Pass of the Oaks"offers a unique blend of small-town charm, natural beauty, and modern opportunity. Originally founded around its famous mineral hot springs and rich agricultural heritage, Paso Robles has grown into a dynamic and thriving community. The region enjoys a Mediterranean climate with warm, sunny days and cool evenings, ideal for both outdoor living and agricultural innovation. With its rolling hills, majestic oak trees, and panoramic vineyard views, Paso Robles provides a truly inspiring setting for work and life.

The Organization : The City of Paso Robles was incorporated in 1889 and operates under the Council-Manager form of government. The City is a full-service municipality, providing a wide range of essential public services directly to its residents. The governing body consists of a five-member City Council : the Mayor, elected at large by the voters of the City; and four Councilmembers elected by district. The City operates with a total annual budget of $145.7 million for fiscal year 2025-26 and employs 314.44 full-time equivalent positions across various departments.