Police Officer (Laterals)

Job Summary

The City of Beverly Hills is offering $45,000 Signing Bonus for qualified lateral police officers. Lateral Police Officer must have a minimum of one year of satisfactory full-time employment as a sworn officer in a Municipal, County or State Police Department within the State of California. Possession of a valid California Basic P.O.S.T. certificate is required. Applicants who meet the minimum qualifications for Police Officer but do not possess one year of satisfactory full-time employment as a sworn officer in a Municipal, County or State Police Department within the State of California, will receive a $35,000 signing bonus.

Who We Are The City of Beverly Hills has a long-standing reputation for providing superior customer service to residents, businesses, and visitors. This characteristic, combined with outstanding staff in all departments, has been a hallmark of success for this high performance organization. The municipal government (approximately 1,000 full-time and part-time employees) provides the highest quality safety services, recreational, municipal services, and physical environment.

What We Do The Beverly Hills Police Department is responsible for safeguarding the lives and property of City residents. The department is a leader in early response times and its dedicated officers work with the community to keep neighborhoods problem-free. The BHPD values its reputation as an agency that earns the public's trust through efficient, impartial police service.

What We're Looking for The City of Beverly Hills Police Department is seeking highly motivated and qualified candidates for the position of Lateral Police Officer. The lateral Police Officer perform duties to protect life and property within the city. Maintains law and order and respond to emergency calls. May patrol the city enforcing the criminal and traffic laws of the city, state and nation. Performs background investigations, or perform training duties.

Distinguishing Characteristics This is the full working class in law enforcement. Incumbents appointed to this class will have related work experience and will possess law enforcement training. Initially, incumbents will be assigned to patrol and work under close supervision, performing the more routine duties assigned to positions in this class. However, as experience is gained, incumbents are expected to perform the full range of duties as assigned with increasing independence. Special assignments in police-related functions (within or outside of patrol) may be available to experienced incumbents, depending on the needs of the department. Appointment to a special assignment is at the discretion of the Police Chief. The Police Officer is distinguished from the Police Sergeant in that the latter serves as the first line supervisor and has responsibility for the development, coordination, and evaluation of sworn personnel that are part of a work shift, division, or bureau.

Salary and Benefits This position is represented by the Police Officers' Association and is covered by the negotiated terms and conditions of that Association's Memorandum of Understanding (MOU). This position is set to receive a 6% increase effective 07/01/2026. Additional details may be found in the POA MOU, a copy of which is located at

Selection Process All applicants must submit clear, concise and complete information regarding their qualifications for the position, including responses to all supplemental questions. Resumes alone will not be accepted in lieu of the application or supplemental application materials. The selection process may consist of the following components: Application Review, Assessment of Supplemental Questionnaire, Performance Exam, Oral Interviews, Eligibility List, Background Check, Proof of Education, EEO Statement, Disaster Service Workers, and Note.