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Job Opportunities Update:
We are excited to announce that we are now accepting applications for both entry-level and lateral officers. Our next testing opportunity will be offered in spring 2024. Please visit our website for more information and to submit your application. Thank you for considering a career with us, and we look forward to receiving your application.
The City of Caldwell is looking for individuals who are committed to serving the citizens of their community while maintaining the high standards of public trust, integrity, and professionalism. The Caldwell Police place a strong emphasis on Community Oriented Policing.
About the Team
Currently the Caldwell Police Department has 73 officers to serve a population of 59,996 (US Census Bureau V2020). We are looking for qualified candidates interested in a career in law enforcement. Caldwell Officers have the opportunity to grow and advance within the agency and serve our community with pride.
Positions
Some of the many opportunities Caldwell Police Officers have include:
Traffic/Motorcade Unit
Peer Support Team (CISM)
SWAT
Detectives (Persons or Property)
School Resource Officer (SRO)
K9 Unit (Drug and/or Apprehension)
Cell Phone Forensics
Honor Guard
Drone Operations
Undercover Operations
Current Listings
You can view current job opportunities on the City of Caldwell's Employment webpage.
To be considered for employment with the Caldwell Police Department, please complete and submit an application and release. Once complete, you can submit the application packet in person to human resources or email it to Human Resources humanresources@cityofcaldwell.org.
Pay and Benefits
Starting pay is $26.65 per hour; graduates of POST is $29.08, and officers with a Basic Certificate is $29.46 per hour. Basic certificate plus three or more years is $31.41 per hour. Basic certificate plus five or more years is $36.14 per hour.
Benefits include quarterly longevity pay, certificate pay for intermediate and advanced POST certificates, uniform allowance, paid vacation, ten paid holidays per year, medical, dental, vision, 401K match and life insurance.
Testing and Requirements
Testing for Patrol Officers consists of a written test, physical fitness test, polygraph, psychological exam, physical exam and a thorough background investigation.
Applicants for patrol will be administered a physical fitness test (PFT) and a written test of basic knowledge on the day of testing. The PFT complies with Idaho POLICE STANDARDS AND TRAINING (POST) fitness requirements.