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Job Description and Duties
Are you looking to join an agency that is making an impact in the lives of people with intellectual and developmental disabilities (I/DD)? Leverage your training and experience in helping our residents lead more independent, productive, and dignified lives.
Join the Office of Protective Services (OPS) at the Department of Developmental Services (Department) as a Police Officer and provide specialized law enforcement services at Porterville Developmental Center in Porterville, CA.
OPS is a POST-participating agency within the Department, and we are hiring multiple, highly motivated, and empathetic Police Officers to perform law enforcement activities necessary to ensure the safety and welfare of our residents, co-workers, visitors, and state property at the community facility.
Daily tasks include ensuring safe facility operations, patrolling grounds, crime prevention, first responder to incidents, custody duties, conducting investigations, and assisting with the control and transport of clients under security when required.
Working Conditions
Pursuant to California Government Code requirements, candidates must be residents of the State of California at the time of appointment. All commute expenses to the reporting location will be the responsibility of the selected candidate.
This position requires lawful authorization to work in the United States. The Department does not sponsor employment visas for this position.
Desirable QualificationsIn addition to evaluating each candidate's relative ability, as demonstrated by quality and breadth of experience, the following factors will provide the basis for competitively evaluating each candidate:
Candidates with the following desirable qualifications may be given priority in the selection process:
- Knowledge of the law enforcement Code of Ethics and the Code of Professional Conduct and Responsibility as it is applied to uniformed peace officers.
- Ability to interview a variety of victims and witnesses with varied physical, emotional, and mental disabilities and limited ability to communicate.
- Ability to remain calm and respond to situations or emergencies using sound judgment to adopt an effective course of action that ensures the protection of persons and property.
- Knowledge of applicable federal, State, and local laws, regulations, and rules as they apply to the criminal and administrative procedures that are within the scope of treatment and care of individuals with disabilities.
- Experience working in an environment with individuals who have intellectual or developmental disabilities with severe chronic behavioral or medical problems.
Career Fair
The California Department of Developmental Services (the Department) is excited to announce our upcoming Career Fair on April 7, 2026, from 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. at the Allenby Building, 1215 O Street, Sacramento, CA.
This event is an excellent opportunity for your students and alumni to explore rewarding careers in public service and make a meaningful impact on the lives of Californians with developmental and intellectual disabilities.
We are offering on-site interviews for qualified applicants for our assistant, pre-licensed, and standard Psychiatric Technician openings. To participate, students simply need to complete the exam and apply on CalCareers prior to the event.
As a State of California employer, the Department offers great benefits such as a CalPERS pension, job security, and a variety of career development opportunities.
In addition:
- We are happy to come to your class virtually or in-person to present our career opportunities and help students navigate the state application process
Students and alumni can register for the career fair at https://forms.office.com/g/tXwcxsg98H.
Thank you for supporting your current and past students in connecting with meaningful career opportunities, we look forward to partnering with you.
Please let us know if you have any questions!
outreach@dds.ca.gov
Pay: $77,544.00 - $92,628.00 per year
Work Location: In person
Salary : $77,544 - $92,628