Clerk Seapolice Unit 100%

06 March 2026
100%
Oberrieden

Job summary

The Kantonspolizei Zürich seeks a new team member for its Seepolizei.

Tasks

Conduct controls and monitoring tasks on Zürich's waters.
Assist in search, salvage, and environmental protection actions.
Document incidents and provide support during large events.

Skills

Requires a federal police certificate and several years of experience.
Strong team player with excellent communication skills.
Reliable, independent, and physically fit.

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About the job

The Zurich Cantonal Police, with its approximately 4000 employees, takes responsibility for safety in the canton. For our Seapolice in Oberrieden, we are looking to strengthen our team with a

Clerk Seapolice Unit 100%

Your area of responsibility

Controls, monitoring, and prevention tasks on the waters of the canton of Zurich – and in road traffic
Deployments in search, rescue, and water protection operations (planned or spontaneous, if necessary also nationwide)
Recording facts in case of accidents on and in waters
Writing reports and statements
Professional support of the frontline police, participation in basic police services, and deployments at major events (especially outside the shipping season)

Your profile

Federal specialist certificate as a police officer or certificate and several years of frontline experience as a police officer
Swiss citizenship
Enthusiasm for shipping, diving, fishing, and nature conservation
Team spirit as well as strong communication and cooperation skills
Reliable, independent, and flexible working style
Good swimming skills, solid physical fitness, and psychological resilience
Impeccable reputation

What you can look forward to

We offer you a varied and meaningful activity in a dynamic environment
Comprehensive training to become a seapolice officer (diving training, driving license for trucks and motorboats, handling of the latest technology, etc.)
Shift work (5-shift rotation with annual planning)
A small, well-coordinated team of five employees per group
Attractive employment conditions with a secure employer
The chance to make an impact in an exciting new challenge and shape the future together

Start date: From 01.06.2026 or by arrangement

Any questions? Further information about the position is provided by Felix Keller, Head of Seapolice Unit (058 648 97 78). Questions about the application process can be answered by Lukas Berli at personalgewinnung@kapo.zh.ch or 058 648 70 49.

Have we sparked your interest? Then we look forward to receiving your complete online application.