Reserve Officers are appointed at any of three different levels:

• Level III
  • Duties: Limited support duties including traffic control, security at parades and sporting events, prisoner and evidence transportation, parking enforcement, and other duties that are not likely to result in physical arrests.
  • Training: Level III Module (162 hours) + Field Training (hours to be determined)


• Level II
  • Duties: In addition to the duties specified for Level III, may conduct general law enforcement duties while under the supervision of a full time peace officer or Level I reserve officer. This can entail serving as a backup or performing general police duties as the "primary" officer under the supervision as specified above. This is the level at which most reserve officers serve
  • Training: Level III & Level II Modules (386 hours) + Field Training (216) plus 24 hours update training every 2 years (minimum)


• Level I
  • Duties: Same as regular, full-time paid police officer.
  • Training: Regular Basic Course (Police Academy - 664 hours) + Field Training (480 hours) plus 24 hours update training every 2 years (minimum)

• Physical Agility
• Oral Board
• Background Investigation Includes:
  • drug screen
  • polygraph examination
  • psychological examination
  • medical examination
  • Chief of Police interview/appointment

The Police Department provides uniform and safety gear including:

• Uniform:
  • 1 pair uniform trousers
  • 1 long sleeve and 1 short sleeve shirt
  • 1 "tuffy" jacket
  • 1 class "A" police cap
  • rain gear
  • utility uniform
  • plus annual replacement on an "as needed" basis


• Safety Equipment:
  • Leather gear
  • firearm
  • ballistic vest
  • baton
  • handcuffs
  • flashlight
  • O.C. spray (after training)

• A positive attitude, and desire to be part of an outstanding team of men and women who have found they can make a difference.

• A commitment to meet the challenges necessary to become a member of a professional family whose goal is to make Livermore a safe and enjoyable place to work and live and play.