Job Information WATSONVILLE POLICE DEPARTMENT 215 UNION STREET WATSONVILLE, CALIFORNIA 95076 831-768-3361 https://www.cityofwatsonville.org/197/Police Updated: July 16, 2024 Job Classification: Police Officer The Watsonville Police Department is currently building an ongoing list for Police Officer position. Candidates must first submit an application through the City of Watsonville website found here: https://www.cityofwatsonville.org/jobs.aspx?uniqueid=100&communityjobs=false&jobid=20 This position requires the National Testing Network Front Line National exam and a physical agility exam. The physical agility can be taken either through the National Testing Network or through your local academy facility. Please submit your NTN scores through your candidate account, and attach your physical agility scores with your application. Salary Information: While enrolled in the Academy: $7,888.61. monthly Academy Graduate/Lateral Police Officer: $94,663.40-$126,858.42 annually Benefits Information: • Intermediate POST certificate or AA/AS: 2.5% differential pay • Advanced POST certificate or BA/BS: 5% differential pay • Masters degree: 7.5% differential pay • Spanish Bilingual Pay: 5% differential pay • Graveyard shift pay differential: 5% differential pay • Specialized assignment compensation • Uniform Allowance: $1,200 per year • Tuition reimbursement $2,000 per year • Participation in CalPERS retirement • 80 to 160 hours of vacation per year • 12 paid holidays per year • 15 paid sick leave days per year • $50,000 Life Insurance • Longevity Pay 2% at 10 years and 4.5% at 20 years • Health, Dental and Vision Plan Coverage Candidate Contact Information: Javier Ayala Sergeant 831-768-3361 javier.ayala@watsonville.gov Department Information: We are a small but fast-paced agency that is looking to hire motivated individuals who are ready to make a difference. Our department is known for its leadership, teamwork, and camaraderie. The Watsonville Police Department is dedicated to its community in preventing, reducing and suppressing crime, while building relationships within the community. The City of Watsonville is a diverse agriculture community with more than 55,000 residents. We are a department with 73 highly motivated and committed police officers. We take pride in our work by focusing on our community needs. Our department offers a variety of assignments to help you become a well-rounded officer while offering room for growth. Some of those assignments include patrol, motorcycle unit, investigations, gang task force, and special response team. Apply now, if you are ready to begin a career that not only offers you a second family with continuous support and guidance but also a rewarding profession. City Information: Watsonville/Santa Cruz County/ Agriculture community on the central coast. Population: 55,000 Job Requirements Age: Must be 21 years of age at time of application (no maximum age limit) Citizenship Required: SB960- Effective January 1, 2023: Must be legally authorized to work in the United States under Federal law but you do not have to be U.S. citizen or applying for citizenship. High School Grad / GED: High School Diploma or GED equivalency; higher education preferred Driver's License: Valid CALIFORNIA Driver's License and a safe driving record Ability to Read/Speak English: Ability to write clear and comprehensive reports and communicate effectively orally Vision: Vision correctible to 20/30 in each eye. Normal color acuity; non-restricted peripheral vision