Employment Benefits

Benefits for Sworn Police Officers

Employment benefits for sworn Police Officers are listed below. For additional information, see .

  • Comprehensive medical, dental and vision insurance for employees and dependents.
  • 10 days of vacation and 12 days of sick leave a year, including 20 days paid maternity, paternity or adoption leave. Vacation accrual rate increases after 3 years of service.
  • 13 paid holidays and 1 personal holiday a year.
  • Annual uniform allowance. In addition, all safety equipment is initially provided to newly hired police officers.
  • POST Certificate Bonus up to $450/month.
  • Special Assignment Bonus $100/month per assignment.
  • Employee and dependent education Fee Waiver Program - earn a degree!
  • CalPERS Retirement Program 2.5% at 57 (3% at 50 for classic members) paid by Department.
  • Health Care Reimbursement Account (HCRA).
  • CalPERS Home Loan Program.
  • Workers Compensation Plan.

Non-Sworn Employment Opportunities

UPD also has several classifications of non-sworn positions, including Police Dispatcher and Parking Enforcement Officer. For information regarding employment benefits, visit Human Resources Benefit Summary.

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