Entry-Level Police Officer - San Francisco Police ...

Company DescriptionJoin a highly respected Police Department and serve the citizens of one of the most beautiful cities in the country. San Francisco is a world-class city with a world-class police team. From Fisherman’s Wharf to Golden Gate Park and from Nob Hill to the Tenderloin, whether we’re on foot patrol, horseback, or in squad cars, responding to emergencies or leading classes on public safety, we’d love to work with you in keeping our community safe.Application Opening: November 1, 2022 to ContinuousRecruitment ID: X00018Job DescriptionHere’s a Golden Opportunity, Become a San Francisco Police Officer!San Francisco Police Officers perform a wide variety of essential duties to promote safety with respect. This is much more than a job; it is an opportunity to build a career of which you can be proud.Essential Duties:Prepares for work; receives instruction from platoon commander regarding assignment (beat) and/or specific patrol targets during daily line-up; inspects patrol car, equipment and weapons to ensure proper operation.Patrols the district on foot or in patrol car; operates Mobile Video Terminal computer in patrol car; operates radio; detects criminal activity; and communicates with the public.Responds to call for service; resolves disputes; admonishes individuals; responds to accidents; and provides emergency first-aid.Conducts investigations; conducts a preliminary investigation at the scene of a crime; searches area for suspects or evidence; interviews suspects, witnesses and victims; obtains case numbers; and obtains background information from dispatch or the computer.Promotes community policing; speaks to merchants regarding potential problems in the area; explains to citizens laws, ordinances, and their rights in resolving disputes; speaks to citizens in sector while on patrol; attends community meetings; and participates in community-based programs.Makes arrests and/or detains suspects.Pursues suspects; chases suspects; sets up perimeters; and communicates with partner to coordinate chase.Enforces traffic and parking violations.Writes reports; keeps records; draws accident scene diagrams; competes forms and maintains teracts with superiors, peers, and other department personnel.Prepares and participates in planned events; stands and directs traffic at accident scenes, demonstrations, or planned events; controls crowds; cooperates with other city and state agencies to secure area at planned event or crime scene.Prepares for and attends court; reviews reports and other related documents; testifies in court; meets with the Assistant District Attorney to discuss cases.Performs related duties as required.QualificationsMINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS (please note that the following eligibility Requirements will be verified during Background Investigation)Education: Applicants must be a United States High School Graduate, or have passed a G.E.D. or the California High School Proficiency Examination, or have an AA or higher degree from a United States accredited college or university.Age: Applicants must be at least 20 years old when they take the examination and at least 21 years of age by the time of appointment. (Civil Service Rule 210.10)Driver’s License: Applicants must possess and maintain a valid driver license to operate an automobile at the time of application and throughout the selection process. Possession of a valid California Driver License is required prior to the date of hire.Judicial Record: Applicants must NOT have been:Convicted of a felony;Convicted of an offense involving domestic violence;Convicted of any misdemeanor that carries a penalty of prohibiting ownership, possession or control or a firearm; orRestricted from employment with the City and County of San Francisco.DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS (the stated desirable qualifications may be considered at the end of the selection process when candidates are referred for hiring).Experience in the United States MilitaryProficiency in a second language relevant to San Francisco communitiesApplicants may be required to submit verification of qualifying education and experience at any point during the recruitment and selection process.Note: Falsifying one’s education, training, or work experience or attempted deception on the application may result in disqualification for this and future job opportunities with the City and County of San Francisco.SELECTION PROCEDURES:Written Exam (Pass/Fail)For this recruitment, applicants may use either the a) FrontLine National Law Enforcement Examination administered by the National Testing Network (NTN) or the b) California POST PELLETB Exam. Either exam is pass/fail with the minimum scores posted below.a) FrontLine National Law Enforcement Examination (NTN)To register visit: are three components to the FrontLine National exam: a video-based human relations test, a reading ability test, and a written language ability test. The passing scores are:Video: 65Writing: 70Reading: 70b) Post Entry Level Law Enforcement Test Battery (PELLETB)The PELLETB exam developed by the California Commission on Peace Officer Standards and Training (POST) measures reading comprehension and writing abilities.Physical Ability Test (Pass/Fail)The PAT will assess physical abilities needed to perform essential police officer tasks and successfully complete academy training through four events.Oral Interview (100%)The OI will assess community involvement, interest and motivation, interpersonal skills, problem solving, oral communication skills and abilities not tested by other examination components.HOW TO APPLYApplications for City and County of San Francisco jobs are only accepted through an online process. Click on the "I’m Interested" button on the top or bottom of this page. Follow instructions on the screen to begin the application process.For questions about the academy and selection process, you may contact theSan Francisco Police Department Recruitment Unit1245 3rd Street, 5th Floor, San Francisco, CA 94158Phone: #J-18808-Ljbffr

Created: 2025-09-17