Police Officer (All Levels)

We are seeking team members from all backgrounds who welcome a challenge, and who will uphold our mission statement, “To proudly protect and serve the public with respect and integrity.”  We offer great pay and benefits, ample opportunities for specialty assignments and advancement, outstanding training, and the privilege to serve the community of Palo Alto.

For complete recruitment brochure, details, and department information, click here.

Ideal Candidate
The ideal candidate for the Police Officer position is a community-focused professional who embraces a collaborative approach to law enforcement. Candidates will have a sense of service, dedication, and commitment to providing quality customer service. We are seeking individuals with strong ethics and a commitment to integrity. In addition to these attributes, the ideal candidate is a critical thinker, will communicate effectively, and will demonstrate sound judgement under pressure.

Sufficient education, training and/or work experience to demonstrate possession of the following knowledge, skills, and abilities which would typically be acquired through:

• Minimum of 21 years of age.

• A combination of education or experience equivalent to two years of college preferred.

Find a dedicated website sharing minimum qualifications for the range of roles available: Police Officer Trainee, Police Officer Academy Graduate, and Police Officer Lateral here.

Salary Range

• Police Officer Trainee: $124,300.80 Annually

• Police Officer Academy Graduate: $129,854.40 - $167,814.40 Annually

• Police Officer Lateral: $129,854.40 - $167,814.40 Annually

*Placement within this range is dependent upon the qualifications.