Police Officer Lateral
Salary: $8,240.27 – $10,209.33 Monthly
Job Type: Regular, Full – Time
Opening Date: 07/10/2025
Position Summary: You will perform vital law enforcement and crime prevention work for the City of Downey, including patrolling assigned areas, conducting criminal investigations, and enforcing traffic regulations. This role requires responsive, community-focused policing to safeguard property and protect the lives of our residents.
Key Benefits & Incentives: We offer an aggressive $25,000 lateral hiring incentive, full sick leave/vacation carry-over options, and a highly desirable “3/12” work schedule. Additional perks include generous City-paid medical insurance, tuition reimbursement up to Cal State rates, and robust CalPERS retirement formulas.
Police Officer Recruit
Salary: $8,240.27 – $10,209.33 Monthly
Job Type: Regular, Full – Time
Opening Date: 07/01/2026
Position Summary: This non-sworn training position sponsors you through a comprehensive 4-to-6-month California POST Certified Basic Academy. You will master criminal law, investigation techniques, and physical fitness to prepare for immediate placement consideration as a sworn, full-time Downey Police Officer upon graduation.
Key Benefits & Incentives: Earn a competitive full-time salary while attending the academy with all training, equipment, and sponsorship completely covered by the City of Downey. Upon graduation and transition to a sworn officer, you will unlock the department’s full benefits suite, including a “3/12” work schedule, premium medical coverage, and specialized career paths.
Police Officer: Academy Trained/Current Enrollee
Salary: $8,240.27 – $10,209.33 Monthly
Job Type: Regular, Full-Time
Opening Date: 07/01/2026
Position Summary Perform responsive law enforcement and crime prevention duties for the Downey community, including local area patrols, emergency response, and detailed criminal investigations. This role focuses on active traffic enforcement, executing warrants, and providing immediate public assistance to preserve law and order.
Key Benefits & Incentives Starting pay begins at the competitive “A” step of the department’s salary range for academy-trained applicants. Candidates can immediately maximize their earnings with substantial education incentives, adding an extra 7% for an Associate’s degree or up to 10.5% for a Bachelor’s degree or advanced P.O.S.T. certification.