The City of Calistoga has full-time employment opportunities for Police Sergeant. Under general supervision, plans, schedules, assigns, and reviews the work of patrol staff on an assigned shift; performs the full range of field and office work in connection with patrol, traffic, investigative, and training programs; assists in the preparation of cases and testifies in court; serves in specialized departmental roles; learns and assists with administrative functions for the department; fosters cooperative working relationships with other City departments, outside agencies, and the public served. This position also answers routine and emergency calls for protection of life and property and the enforcement of City, County, State and Federal laws, codes, and ordinances. This position will assist in the response and management of emergency or planned events, including natural disasters, fires, parades, and crowd control.

Review of applications

Open Until Filled

Benefits:
CalPERS retirement formula of 2.0% @ 55 for Classic II Members or 2.0% @ 57 for new members (PEPRA) subject to the California Public Employees’ Pension Reform Act of 2013.
PERS – Employee pays employee contribution.
The City contributes 5% to a 457 plan on base salary to Classic II and PEPRA qualified members
Member of Social Security with Employee paying employee portion.
80 hours Vacation Leave per year, increasing after year 3.
96 hours Sick Leave per year.
13 paid holidays.
Medical/Dental Plans (Employee pays 10% of premiums).
Education incentive for P.O.S.T. Certificates from 2.5% to 5% of base salary.
Bilingual differential 5% of base salary upon successful completion of testing.
Graveyard differential pay at 6% of base salary.

REQUIREMENTS:

Education:
Equivalent to an Associate’s degree in police science, criminal justice, or a related field.

Experience:
Five years’ experience as a sworn law enforcement officer.
Supervisor experience desirable.

Licenses or Certificates:
Possession of a valid California Driver’s License.
Possession of an Intermediate Certificate issued by the California State Commission on Peace Officer Standards and Training (P.O.S.T.).
Possession of, or ability to obtain, a Supervisory Certificate issued by the California State Commission on Peace Officer Standards and Training (P.O.S.T.) within twenty-four (24) months of appointment.