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training time at the range
officer apprehending a criminal
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Trainee/Academy/Non-Lateral/Lateral

Up to $127,310.52 base salary, 
PLUS multiple incentives and stipends


(6/21/25 - 3.5% cost of living adjustment)

  • Incentive and stipends include:

    • educational​

    • longevity

    • holiday

    • shift differential

    • special assignment

    • stand by/on call

    • call out

    • uniform allowance

    • ...and more

 

  • Specialized assignments/ancillary duties include:

    • School Resource Officer​

    • K-9

    • SWAT

    • Traffic Officer

    • Criminal Detective

    • Youth Services Detective

    • Mobile Field Force

    • Honor Guard

    • ...and more

 

  • Expedited hiring for lateral applicants

  • Strong community support

  • Family friendly agency

  • One of the safest cities in CA

  • Workout on duty program

  • Take home vehicle for specialized assignments

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JOIN OUR TEAM

Curious to know how we compare to your current position?

City of Benicia HR staff will help you do a salary & benefit comparison.   Call 707-746-4766​

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