Mountain View

Police Officer (Lateral) (20520040)

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Law Enforcement
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South Bay
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Continuous
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$137,592.00-$167,084.00 Annually
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None


Please review the special instructions before applying for this job opportunity.


Location

1000 Villa Street Mountain View, 94041

Description

Please click on the Job PDF below to view the full job announcement.

Special Instructions

Are You Ready? Apply.

Submit your application and upload a copy of your POST Basic Certificate online at GovernmentJobs.com or to the Human Resources Department; Fax: (650) 962-8505 or Email: humanresources@mountainview.gov. This recruitment is open continuously with a first review date of August 7, 2024. Qualified candidates are encouraged to apply early! Based on the application screening and subsequent Pre-employment History Questionnaire (PHQ), those candidates with the most relevant qualifications will be invited to an oral board panel (weighted 100 percent). A select number of finalists will be invited to a Chief's interview. Depending on the number of applications, this process may be altered. 

 

Fine Print.

The $5,000 new hire bonus is reserved for new hires; current City of Mountain View employees are not eligible. Bonus is paid in two payments; $2,500 in your first paycheck and $2,500 following successful completion of the probationary period.

Candidates with a disability who may require special assistance in any phase of the application or testing process should advise the Human Resources Division upon submittal of application. The City of Mountain View is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE). The Mountain View Police Department is accredited by the Commission on Accreditation for law enforcement agencies.

Candidates must successfully pass a medical exam, psychological screening, and an extensive background investigation conducted under POST guidelines, including polygraph testing and a Department of Justice (DOJ) and Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) fingerprint check, prior to employment. A conviction history will not necessarily disqualify an applicant from appointment; however, failure to disclose a conviction will result in disqualification or termination. 

NOTE: The provisions of this bulletin do not constitute an expressed or implied contract, and any provisions contained in this bulletin may be modified or revoked without notice.

 

Attention City of Mountain View employees: This position qualifies under the Referral Incentive Program. A Referral Incentive Form must be submitted prior to the applicant’s initial interview to qualify for the incentive. For questions, see Administrative Instruction 3-27 and call Human Resources for more information.

Recruitment Contact

Contact phone: 
(650)903-6309