The Folsom Police Department has welcomed Officer Drew Romo as the newest addition to its team.
Romo, a Rocklin native, graduated from the Sacramento Police Academy in 2019. He began his law enforcement career with the Roseville Police Department before transitioning to a leadership role at Destiny Church, where he served as the Director of Men’s Discipleship. In 2024, he founded his own business, Drew Romo Ministries.
Romo holds an associate degree in criminal justice and enjoys spending time outdoors and with his family.
As the department continues to recruit officers to fill vacancies, it encourages those interested in a career in law enforcement to explore opportunities online at www.folsom.ca.us.
Read on below to learn the minimum qualifications for cadets, entry-level, and lateral applicants. Click here to learn more about their strength and agility testing and how to workout with a recruiter.
The Basics
- Entry-level candidates are currently in a POST Basic Academy, recently graduated from a POST approved Basic Academy, and/or are currently working as a peace officer for a recognized law enforcement agency, but who have not obtained a POST Basic Certificate.
- Lateral candidates are currently working for a recognized law enforcement agency, have successfully completed the probation period for that agency, and possess a State of California POST Basic Certificate.
Minimum Qualifications
- High school diploma or equivalent
- Currently enrolled in or completion of POST approved Basic Academy by hire date (entry-level candidates)
- Possess POST Basic Certificate (lateral candidates)
- 1+ year of law enforcement experience (lateral candidates)
- 21 years of age or older
- Possess a valid California driver license
The department’s community policing approach means that officers work in partnership with our community to solve problems and prevent crime. Our ideal candidates would:
- Be good communicators and be able to meet and deal with the public tactfully and effectively.
- Be able to analyze situations and adopt quick, effective, and reasonable courses of action.
- Have knowledge of police methods and procedures, criminal law, and criminal procedures.
See the detailed job description and qualifications to learn more about this position.
