Police Sergeant

Salary : $144,564.00 - $175,704.00 Annually
Location : 300 L Street; Antioch, CA
Job Type: Full-time, Regular
Job Number: 28000-26/02
Department: Police Department
Opening Date: 02/06/2026
Closing Date: 3/6/2026 11:59 PM Pacific

Description
The City of Antioch is a full-service municipal agency serving a population of more than 114,000 residents. The Police Department is authorized a sworn staff of 115 officers and 35 non-sworn employees, which includes Dispatchers, Community Services Officers and Administrative Support staff. The department is comprised of 3 divisions. (1) Field Services Division (Patrol, Traffic, SWAT, K9 and Community Services Officers), (2) Support Services Division (Investigations, Crime Analysis, CSI, Property/Evidence, Records, Dispatch and Animal Services), (3) Compliance and Professional Standards Division (Internal Affairs, Training, Community Engagement, Community Liaison Officer and Statistical Policy Analyst).

Our Police Department is located in downtown Antioch, near the Marina, in a 67,000 square foot facility. It features an indoor firing range, weight training/exercise room, and community meeting room that also serves as the city's primary Emergency Operations Center when necessary. Officers may work in a variety of assignments including Patrol, Traffic, Community Engagement Unit, Investigations, SWAT, Hostage Negotiation, Field Training, and K-9. Assignments for our non-sworn staff varies as well, with assignments in Administration, Secured Records, Crime Analysis, Dispatch and Investigations. Community Services Officers can also be assigned to Evidence, Custody, Training, CSI, and the Front Counter. Most of Antioch's training is conducted in-house. Officers with special expertise may apply for and become instructors. These officers provide training in the areas of first aid, defensive tactics, firearms, emergency vehicle operation, tactical communications, cultural awareness and much more.

SALARY & BENEFIT INFORMATION:

Month Salary DOQ/E $12,047 - $14,642 | Collective Bargaining Representation: Antioch Police Sworn Management Association | Benefits

• Benefits: Cafeteria Plan (City of Antioch pays 100% of Kaiser rate, up to family tier)
• Retirement: CalPERS Classic Members 3% @ 50, PEPRA Members 2.7% @ 57
• 457 Deferred Compensation Option
• Life Insurance

THE PROCESS-APPLY NOW: This position is open until March 6, 2026!
RESUMES MUST BE ATTACHED TO YOUR APPLICATION BUT WILL NOT REPLACE THE REQUIRED INFORMATION ON YOUR APPLICATION. IF YOUR RESUME IS NOT ATTACHED OR YOUR APPLICATION IS INCOMPLETE, YOUR APPLICATION MAY BE DISQUALIFIED.
Candidate screening will be continuous through March 6, 2026, and finalists will be invited to an interview/assessment center process scheduled for March 19, 2026.

SUPPLEMENTAL REQUIREMENTS:
All Police Sergeant Applicants will be asked to complete a reading assignment and a list of supplemental questions.

This is a confidential search process. If you have any questions regarding this position, contact recruitment consultant, Joseph Kreins at 707-333-6858.
SUMMARY DESCRIPTION
Under general direction, to have responsible charge of patrol and law enforcement operations on an assigned shift; to perform responsible technical duties in a specialized field of law enforcement; and to do related work as required.
Examples of Duties

The following duties are typical for this classification. Incumbents may not perform all of the listed duties and/or may be required to perform additional or different duties from those set forth below to address business needs and changing business practices.

1. Supervises a patrol, traffic or investigative shift; conduct daily shift briefings.
2. Directs and supervises subordinate personnel; evaluate staffing needs of assigned shift.
3. As directed, performs administrative investigations.
4. Supervise and participate in: investigating crimes, accidents, deaths and disturbances; gathering evidence; interviewing, questioning and taking statements from complainants, suspects and witnesses; completing case reports.
5. Supervises or gathers evidence at the scene of crimes and traffic accidents.
6. Apprehends violators; issues citations; conducts special studies.
7. Performs criminal identification work, including analyzing physical evidence.
8. Appears in court to present evidence and testimony.
9. May be assigned to evidence, training, investigations, or other administrative assignments.
10. Supervises the City jail, including identifying maintenance issues, and security of prisoners.
11. Patrols in a radio car; responds to and supervises higher priority calls; coordinates with allied agencies.
12. Reviews and corrects police reports; monitors police report activity and completion.
13. Prepares reports and recognizes maintenance needs in the police facility or equipment.
14. As directed, conduct inspections.
15. Performs duties as assigned in preparation for the defense of the City in civil actions.
16. Perform related duties as required.

ACCOUNTABILITY
Employee is accountable to a higher-ranking employee, most typically a Lieutenant, for the effective supervision of subordinates and operation of assigned police functions within departmental policies and guidelines. Employees are expected to have a level of knowledge and ability in police work that will permit the handling of both routine and unusual situations.

The employee is responsible for complying with all City safety requirements and practices. Additionally, the employee is responsible for ensuring that any direct reports also comply with all City safety requirements and practices.
Typical Qualifications

QUALIFICATIONS
The following generally describes the knowledge and ability required to enter the job and/or be learned within a short period of time in order to successfully perform the assigned duties.

KNOWLEDGE OF:

• Basic law enforcement theory, principles, and practices and their application to a wide variety of services and programs.
• Principles and techniques of traffic control.
• Basic interviewing methods and principles.
• Principles, practices, and safe work methods used in collecting, processing, logging, storing, and safeguarding evidence, property, and materials including hazardous materials.
• Pertinent federal, state, and local laws, codes, and regulations and department rules, policies, and procedures.
• Self-defense principles and practices.
• Safe work methods and safety regulations pertaining to the work including officer safety standards and safe driving principles and practices.
• Modern office procedures, methods, and equipment including computers.
• Computer applications such as word processing, spreadsheet, and database applications.
• Automated law enforcement information systems and procedures.
• Public and agency desk procedures and methods for providing services and information including those related to collecting, maintaining, and releasing information, files, and documents.
• Law enforcement record keeping and records management principles, procedures, techniques, and equipment.
• Research and report writing techniques.
• Methods and techniques used in customer service and public relations.
• Principles of business letter writing and basic report preparation.
• English usage, spelling, grammar, and punctuation.
• Geographic features and locations within the area served.
• Standard broadcasting procedures of a police radio system.
• Principles of supervision, training, and performance evaluation.

ABILITY TO:

• Become competent in a specialized field of law enforcement, as assigned by administrative personnel.
• Observe accurately and remember names, faces, numbers, incidents and places.
• Use and care for firearms.
• Think and act quickly in emergencies, and to judge situations and people accurately.
• Operate a police radio and keyboard terminals.
• Understand and interpret laws and regulations.
• Perform specific assignments with minimal oral or written directions.
• Prepare clear, concise and comprehensive written reports.
• Deal courteously and effectively with the general public and departmental employees.
• Meet standards of adequate physical stature, endurance, and agility.
• Demonstrate practical knowledge of good understanding of human relations.
• Schedule, organize and supervise the work of subordinates.
• Interpret and apply laws and regulations.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE GUIDELINES;

(The following are typical qualifications necessary for entry into the classification) Any combination of experience and training that would likely provide the required knowledge and abilities is qualifying. A typical way to obtain the knowledge and abilities would be:

Education/Training:

1. Graduation from high school or equivalent and
2. Any combination of education/experience equivalent to graduation from a two-year college, with preference given to Administration of Justice or a related field.

Experience:

1. At least four years' experience as a Police Officer, two of which shall be with the Antioch Police Department for internal candidates. In the event it is determined that an open recruitment is required, four years of experience is required for external candidates. The City and APOA will meet and discuss.

License or Certificate:

1. A valid California Motor Vehicle Operator's License and a satisfactory driving record are a condition of hire.
2. A satisfactory driving record is one absent of misdemeanor convictions or multiple infraction convictions.
3. Loss of a driver's license and/or an unsatisfactory driving record may result in employee discipline, up to and including termination.
4. Possession of a POST Intermediate certificate.
5. Possession of a POST Supervisory certificate within three (3) years of appointment.

Disqualifying Criteria:
Criminal Record:
Sergeants shall not have been convicted of any felony. A misdemeanor conviction may result in applicant disqualification and employee disciplinary action, up to and including termination. A complete background investigation will be conducted.
Administrative Action:
Applicants may be ineligible to apply and/or a promotion may not be made by the Chief of Police if the applicant has sustained discipline for serious misconduct. This would include but may not be limited to prior discipline for excessive force, dishonesty, and misconduct related to the individual's integrity and ethical decision making.
Any applicant that is the subject of a pending investigation involving serious misconduct will not be promoted until the investigation is complete and/or disciplinary process completed.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORKING ENVIRONMENT
The conditions herein are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential job functions.

Environment:
Work is performed primarily in a field and office setting; travel from site to site; may have extensive periods of sitting in patrol vehicle; exposure to inclement weather conditions; some exposure to fumes, airborne particles, and toxic or caustic chemicals; some exposure to moving mechanical parts; extensive public contact; the noise level in the work environment is usually moderate but may be very loud due to sirens, etc.; may be required to work evenings, weekends and holidays.
Physical and Mental Condition:
Primary functions require sufficient physical ability and mobility to work in an office and field setting; Normal hearing acuity; proportional weight to height; sound physical, mental and emotional health; normal color vision and visual functions, including no abnormalities or diseases which adversely affect the performance of duty, and visual acuity of not less than 20/40 vision in each eye without correction and corrected to not less than 20/20 in each eye; absence of a history of psychosis or psychoneurosis or other disabling defects. Must be able to perform the essential functions of the job. External candidates must complete physical, psychological and medical examinations.
Supplemental Information

In accordance with applicable federal, state and local law, the City of Antioch provides equal opportunities for applicants and employees, regardless of race, gender expression, age, pregnancy, religion, creed, color, national origin, ancestry, physical or mental handicap, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, sex or any other protected class or status. The City of Antioch does not show partiality or grant any special status to any applicant, employee or group of employees unless otherwise required by law. The City of Antioch will recruit and hire only those individuals who demonstrate a commitment to service and who possess the traits and characteristics that reflect personal integrity and high ethical standards.

EEO/ADA: The City of Antioch is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) and Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) compliant employer, committed to providing equal employment opportunity to all employees and applicants. If you have a disability and require accommodations in the testing process, please contact Human Resources at 925-779-7020 or HR@antiochca.gov prior to the final filing date.
BENEFITS:
• HEALTH AND WELFARE - Cafeteria Plan is provided with a City contribution for the purchase of health, dental, vision, life insurance, and the employee assistance program. A cash payment option in lieu of benefits is available.
• LIFE INSURANCE
• RETIREMENT - California Public Employees' Retirement System (CalPERS): 3% @ 50 formula for classic members or 2.7% @ 57 formula for PEPRA members
• SOCIAL SECURITY - The City participates in the Medicare portion only
• HOLIDAYS - 14 days per year
• VACATION - 11 to 25 days per year depending upon length of service
• SICK LEAVE - Accrue 12 days per year
• DEFERRED COMPENSATION PLAN - City offers a 457 Plan
• MEDICAL-AFTER-RETIREMENT ACCOUNT (MARA)
• EDUCATIONAL INCENTIVE PLAN
$800 per year reimbursement for books, tuition and mileage.
2.5%/month for Intermediate Post Certificate/AA Degree

5%/month for Advanced Post Certificate/BA/BS Degree.
• UNIFORM ALLOWANCE - $960/year (Increases $20/year for duration of agreement)
• BILINGUAL PAY - $100/month
• SENIOR OFFICER PAY - Percentage based on months of service as a Sworn Peace Officer in State of California.

2.5% of base monthly pay beginning the 108-167 month

5.0% of base monthly pay beginning the 168-227 month

7.0% of base monthly pay beginning the 228 month
• SHIFT DIFFERENTIAL - 2-1/2% for Swing and 5% for Graveyard
01

Applicant Acknowledgment: I understand the following: I MUST complete each section of the job application in full (i.e., reason for leaving). Incomplete applications will NOT be accepted. I must enter work history for the past ten (10) years and include any other pertinent experience, education, and training I possess. A resume will be accepted; however, it will not be accepted in lieu of a fully completed application.

• Yes
• No

02

Applicant Acknowledgment: I understand the following: I MUST attach my resume at the time of application submission but understand that a resume will not replace the required completion of my application and WILL NOT REPLACE THE REQUIRED INFORMATION ON YOUR APPLICATION. I understand that IF MY RESUME IS NOT ATTACHED OR MY APPLICATION IS INCOMPLETE, MY APPLICATION MAY BE DISQUALIFIED.

• Yes
• No

03

Supplemental Question Requirement: As part of the Police Sergeant recruitment process, all applicants are required to submit written responses to the supplemental questions listed below. Failure to attach and upload your response to the supplemental questions with your Antioch Job Application will be considered a withdrawal from the recruitment process.Please utilize the following format guidelines:• Each response (to the three questions) may be no longer than two pages (per question).• Responses must be typed in Calibri 11-point font, single spaced, with 1" margins on all sides.• Include your name on the upper right-hand corner of each page.• Number each page 1 of 1 or 1 of 2.• List the Question Number on each Page - Question #1, Question #2, etc.Police Sergeant Supplemental Questions:1. Describe how your education, training, and experience have helped you to prepare for the role of Police Sergeant. Clearly articulate how this information exemplifies your readiness to assume the organizational leadership and supervisory responsibilities of this position.2. Describe a significant contribution you have made to your current organization. How did it improve or benefit your department or the community? What lessons did you learn from the experience and how has it helped you prepare for the role of Police Sergeant.3. What steps should the City of Antioch and the Antioch Police Department take to rebuild and maintain trust with the community? What should they do to enhance community outreach and community engagement in Antioch?

• Yes
• No

04

Applicant Acknowledgement: I understand that the interview/assessment center process will include a reading assignment and a list of supplemental questions.

• Yes
• No

05

Do you possess a valid California driver's license?

• Yes
• No

06

Do you have college level course work or any combination of education/experience equivalent to graduation from a two-year college in Administration of Justice or a related field

• Yes
• No

07

Please indicate years of experience as a Police Officer.

• No experience
• 1 Year Experience
• 2 Years Experience
• 3 Years Experience
• 4 Years Experience
• 5 or More Years of Experience

08

Do you possess a POST Intermediate certificate.

• Yes
• No

09

Applicant Acknowledgement: I understand that I must possess a POST Supervisory certificate within three (3) years of appointment.

• Yes
• No

10

Applicant Acknowledgment: Sergeants shall not have been convicted of any felony. A misdemeanor conviction may result in applicant disqualification and employee disciplinary action, up to and including termination. A complete background investigation will be conducted.

• Yes
• No

11

Applicant Acknowledgement: Applicants may be ineligible to apply and/or a promotion may not be made by the Chief of Police if the applicant has sustained discipline for serious misconduct. This would include but may not be limited to prior discipline for excessive force, dishonesty, and misconduct related to the individual's integrity and ethical decision making. Any applicant that is the subject of a pending investigation involving serious misconduct will not be promoted until the investigation is complete and/or disciplinary process completed.

• Yes
• No

12

Applicant Acknowledgement: I fully recognize that under California law, individuals must clearly demonstrate their personal, medical, and psychological fitness to serve in the position of a peace officer.

• Yes
• No

13

Applicant Acknowledgment: I understand the City of Antioch is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) and Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) compliant employer, committed to providing equal employment opportunity to all employees and applicants. The City of Antioch prohibits discrimination and harassment of any kind. We are committed to the principle of equal employment opportunity for all employees and to providing employees with a work environment free of discrimination and harassment. All employment decisions at the City of Antioch are based on business needs, job requirements, and individual qualifications, without regard to race, color, age, religion or belief, gender, sexual orientation, ability, family or parental status, or any other status protected by state and federal law. We do not tolerate discrimination or harassment based on any of these characteristics.

• Yes
• No

Required Question