Pension Officer Jobs (NOW HIRING)

Salary : $100,536.00 - $134,094.00 Annually
Location : Orange Police Dept - 1107 N. Batavia, Orange, CA
Job Type: Full Time Safety
Job Number: 01726
Department: Police Department
Opening Date: 08/07/2026
JOIN THE CITY OF ORANGE POLICE DEPARTMENT AS A POLICE OFFICER!
TESTING DATE: FRIDAY MORNING, SEPTEMBER 18, 2026
CANDIDATES WHO PASS THE APPLICATION SCREENING WILL BE INVITED TO THE PHYSICAL ABILITY TEST ON THIS DATE.
$10,000 HIRING INCENTIVE (LATERAL CANDIDATES ONLY)
$5,000 upon hire
$5,000 upon successful completion of probation
APPLICATION AND SELECTION PROCESS:
The City of Orange is looking for dedicated individuals who want to make a difference in the community they serve by becoming a member of one of the best Police Departments in Orange County. Successful candidates will demonstrate a desire for a career as a Police Officer through their education and experience. Those candidates who, based on their application, best meet the needs of the City will be contacted for participation in the selection process which will include, but may not be limited to, the following: Physical Ability Test (scored as a pass/fail - see below for details) and an in-person appraisal interview (100% of a candidate's score in the selection process).
PHYSICAL ABILITY TEST COMPONENTS:

• Obstacle Course (Foot Pursuit): 99-yards in length. Involves various turns, balance beams, and a hurdle.
• 2 Six-foot Walls: Climb over one solid concrete wall and one chain-linked wall.
• Dummy Drag: Lift, drag, and pull a 165 lbs. dummy for 35 ft.
• 500-Yard Run: Timed completion of the distance.

POLICE OFFICER SALARY AND BENEFITS:
The salary for Police Officer is $8,134 - $10,849 per month, plus very generous benefits and salary incentives.
Retirement Benefits
An employee who is a Classic member of CalPERS or a current member of another California public retirement system who is hired on or after January 1, 2013, will be enrolled in the CalPERS 3.0% @ age 50 benefit formula with one year final compensation. Employees contribute 12.0% of salary on a pre-tax basis as their full share of their member contribution. Employees do not pay into Social Security.
Effective January 1, 2013, newly hired sworn employees who are new CalPERS members, as defined by the Public Employees' Pension Reform Act of 2013 (PEPRA), will be enrolled in the CalPERS 2.7% at age 57 defined benefit plan with three year final compensation, in accordance with Public Employees' Pension Reform Act of 2013 (PEPRA). New members will be required to pay half of normal retirement costs of pension reportable salary as their full share of their member contribution.
Salary Incentives
Officers assigned as the following receive:
Motor Officers- receive additional 6.5% pay per month
Detectives- receive additional 7.5% pay per month
Canine Handlers- receive additional 6.5% pay per month
Corporals in Patrol- receive additional 10.0% pay per month
Driving Under Influence (DUI) Team- receive additional 5.0% per month
Homeless Engagement and Resource Team (HEART)- receive additional 5.0% per month
Bike Team- receive additional 5.0% per month
Crime Scene Investigators- receive additional $250 per month
Drug Recognition Expert- receive additional $250 per month
Field Training Officers- receive up to $475 per month
SWAT and Crisis Negotiation Team (CNT)- receive up to $200 per month
Shift Differential- receive additional 2% pay per month
Educational Incentive Program- receive the following incentives per month for college degree/units and P.O.S.T. Certificates.

• Bachelor's Degree - $450 per month
• Master's Degree (in an area related to Law Enforcement, Public Administration, or Management from an accredited university, as approved by the City Manager or a duly authorized designee) - $700 per month
• POST Intermediate Certificate - $200 per month
• POST Advanced Certificate - $250 per month

Senior Officer Pay- Officers not in special assignments with over 6 years of service with the Orange Police Department receive additional 5% of base salary per month.
Longevity/Retention Pay- Officers with over 10 years of sworn service receive $200 per month, officers with over 15 years of sworn service receive $300 per month, officers with over 20 years of sworn service receive $400 per month, and officers with over 25 years of sworn service receive $500 per month.
Bilingual Pay- If qualified, officers may receive $300 per month.
Other Benefits
Orange Police Officers work a 3/12 schedule for Patrol Officers and a 4/10 schedule for all special assignments. Employees receive 105 hours per year of holiday accrual, and 80 hours of vacation for the first 4 years of service. Vacation accrual increases to 120 hours upon 5 years of service, and increases to a maximum of 220 hours after 30 years of service. The City also pays court standby pay. In addition to retirement, the City offers an optional Deferred Compensation Plan.
For complete Police Officer benefits information contained in the City of Orange Police Officers Association Memorandum of Understanding (MOU), click here.
Automatic Disqualifiers
Prior to submitting an application, please read the to determine if you meet the minimum requirements for the position.
Examples of Duties
Enforces city, county and state laws; patrols assigned areas; responds to calls for protection of life and property; conducts preliminary investigations of matters involving possible violations of law; investigates criminal cases; directs and controls traffic flow; stops violators; warns against unlawful practices, issues citations, testifies in court; prepares and submits reports; inspects business premises; investigates suspicious persons and circumstances; gives information and directions to the public; reviews case records and reports; collects and identifies evidence; apprehends and arrests criminal law violators; enforces parking regulations; attends training assignments and target practice; performs other related duties as required.
Typical Qualifications
Lateral Police Officer Requirements
1. Graduation from high school or equivalent.
2. Candidates must be a graduate of a California certified POST Basic Police Academy and possess and maintain Basic POST Certificate. A physical ability test is required if graduation from Police Academy occurred more than 6 months ago.
3. Must be currently employed as a sworn Peace Officer with a minimum of one year of full-time experience as a sworn Peace Officer.
4. Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States.
5. Possession of a valid California driver license with good driving record.
6. All personnel hired by the Orange Police Department shall be a permanent and full-time resident of the State of California and reside no further than one hundred (100) road miles from Police Headquarters.
Academy-Trained Police Officer Requirements
1. Successful completion of a California certified P.O.S.T. Basic Police Academy or current enrollment in an Academy.
2. Graduation from high school or equivalent.
3. Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States.
4. At least 20 years of age at time of application and at least 21 years of age at time of appointment.
5. Possession of a valid California driver license with good driving record.
6. All personnel hired by the Orange Police Department shall be a permanent and full-time resident of the State of California and reside no further than one hundred (100) road miles from Police Headquarters.
Supplemental Information
Employees must meet standards of physical stature, endurance, and agility established by the City. Tasks involve frequent driving, walking and standing, and occasional running; frequent light lifting and occasional lifting of heavy objects or persons; employee must have the physical ability to apprehend and restrain subjects and to defend one's self from attack. Tasks involve the operation of vehicles, firearms, and other equipment in which manipulative skills and hand-eye coordination are important ingredients of safe and productive operations. Tasks may require exposure to extreme heat or cold, extreme weather conditions, strong odors and/or smoke, dust, or pollen. Tasks require visual, color, depth, and sound perception as well as oral communications ability.
BENEFITS FOR CITY OF ORANGE POLICE ASSOCIATION (SWORN)
The City of Orange provides a generous array of benefits to employees in addition to maintaining competitive salaries.
The following is a partial list of benefits:
Salary Range. Salary ranges are composed of seven (7) steps, each approximately five percent (5%) apart, with the exception of the last step, which is approximately two percent (2%) apart. Advancements through the steps are generally made yearly and based on performance.
If in the Police Academy, the salary is $6,245.00 per month. Upon successful completion of the Police Academy salary increases to Police Officer - Entry Level Salary.
Salary Incentives.
Officers assigned as the following receive:
Motor Officers - additional 6.5% pay per month
Detectives - additional 7.5% pay per month
Canine Handlers - receive 6.5% pay per month
Corporals - receive 10.0% pay per month
Driving Under Influence (DUI) Team- additional 5.0% per month
Homeless Engagement and Resource Team (HEART)- additional 5.0% per month
Bike Team- additional 5.0% per month
Crime Scene Investigators - receive $250 per month
Drug Recognition Expert- additional $250 per month
Field Training Officers - receive up to $475 per month
SWAT and Crisis Negotiation Team (CNT) - receive up to $200 per month
Shift Differential - 2% shift differential
Educational Incentive Program - Officers receive the following incentives per month for college degree/units and POST Certificates.

• POST Intermediate Certificate and 60-89 semester units receive $300 per month
• POST Advanced Certificate and 90 semester units or more receive $370 per month
• POST Advanced Certificate and Associate's Degree receives $400 per month
• POST Advanced Certificate and Bachelor's Degree receive $700 per month
• POST Advanced Certificate and Master's Degree receive $950 per month

Senior Officer Pay - Officers not in special assignments with over 6 years service receive 5% pay/month
Longevity/Retention Incentive Pay - Officers with over 10 years of service receive $200 per month, officers with over 15 years of service receive $300 per month, officers with over 20 years of service receive $400 per month, and officers with over 25 years of service receive $500 per month
Bilingual Pay - if qualified, officers may receive $300 per month
Retirement Benefits. Retirement benefits are provided by the California Public Employees' Retirement System (CalPERS), including the City's contribution toward the Fourth Level Survivor's Benefit.
Effective January 1, 2013, newly hired sworn employees who are "New" CalPERS Members, as defined by the Public Employees' Pension Reform Act of 2013 ("PEPRA"), will be enrolled in the CalPERS 2.7% @ age 57 defined benefit plan with three year final compensation, in accordance with Public Employees' Pension Reform Act of 2013 (PEPRA). New Members shall contribute half of normal cost of retirement as determined by CalPERS from their pensionable compensation, on a pre-tax basis, as set forth in California Government Code Section 7522.30.
An employee who is a "Classic" Member of CalPERS or a current member of another California public retirement system who is hired on or after January 1, 2013, will be enrolled in the CalPERS 3.0% @ age 50 benefit formula with one year final compensation. Employees contribute 12.00% of salary on a pre-tax basis as their full share of their member contribution. Employees do not pay into Social Security.
PORAC Retiree Medical Trust. Employees pay $50 per pay period towards the PORAC Retiree Medical Trust and after ten (10) years are eligible for partial reimbursement of medical insurance premiums upon retirement.
Cafeteria Benefits Plan. The City pays $2,120 per month (Family), which can be applied towards CalPERS medical, dental, vision, health care reimbursement, and/or dependent care reimbursement. Under certain criteria, employees may elect to opt out of the City's medical plan altogether and receive $400 per month.
Life Insurance. The City provides a term life insurance policy of $50,000.
Vacation. Police employees earn 80 hours of vacation during the first year of service, and an increasing accrual annually up to 220 hours per year after 30 years of service. The City also provides an annual unused vacation payout plan.
Holidays. Employees receive 115 hours of holiday accrual each year to be taken as time off or converted to cash.
Sick Leave. Sick leave is accrued at a rate of 96 hours per year. Employees are eligible to convert unused sick leave to vacation on an annual basis. A partial payment (up to 50%) for accumulated unused sick leave is available to City employees who retire from the City.
Other Benefits. Employees work a "3/12.5" alternate work schedule or "4/10" alternate work schedule, dependent upon assignment. An Employee Assistance Program, Tuition Reimbursement (up to $1,500/fiscal year), Trip Reduction Program incentives, optional Deferred Compensat