Police Officer - New Recruit (Entry Level)

Police Officer — New Recruit (Entry-Level)Department:San Francisco Police Department (Q002) |Location:San Francisco, CA |Status:Full-time, Permanent Civil Service Quick FactsSalary Range:$115,778 – $147,472 Exam Type:Continuous |List Type:Entrance |Rule:Rule of the List Application Window:Open & ongoing Recruitment ID:X00018 Why Join SFPDCompetitive compensationwith step progression Comprehensive City & County benefits(see Employee Benefits Overview) Career growthacross patrol, investigations, and specialized assignments Serve a world-class citywith a highly respected department and strong community mission What You’ll DoProtect life and property through proactive patrol and rapid response Handle calls for service; provide first aid; resolve disputes Investigate crimes; collect evidence; interview witnesses; prepare clear reports Engage in community policing and support major city events Enforce traffic and municipal laws; testify in court as needed Minimum QualificationsEducation:U.S. high school diploma/GED/CHSPEorAA or higher from a U.S. accredited college/university Age:At least 20 to test and 21 by appointment Driver’s License:Valid license at application; California license by hire Background:No felony; no domestic-violence conviction; no misdemeanor prohibiting firearm ownership; not restricted from CCSF employment Hiring Process (Overview)Written Exam (Pass/Fail)— choose one: FrontLine National (NTN):Passing scores: Video 65, Writing 70, Reading 70 (each section must pass) POST PELLETB:Prior POST written within 2 years withT-score ≥ 42satisfies the requirement Degree Waiver:Bachelor’s degree or higher waives the written exam Next Steps Physical Ability Test (PAT):Measures strength, endurance, aerobic capacity, balance Oral Interview (OI):100% of exam score; evaluates motivation, community focus, problem-solving, and communication Eligible List:Successful candidates placed on a list (valid up to 24 months) Retest Window:If not passed, you may retest in90 days(PAT or OI) Helpful Waivers Recent POST Academy Graduates:Completed a CA POST Basic Academy within the last 2 years? Written & PAT are waived; you’ll take the Oral Interview to be placed on the eligible list. How to ApplyApply online:Click the “I’m Interested” button on the official posting and follow the instructions Questions?SFPD Recruitment Unit — 1245 3rd St, 5th Floor, San Francisco, CA 94158 |415-837-7270| Keywords (for job-board discoverability)Police Officer, New Recruit, Entry-Level, PELLETB, FrontLine National, Academy, Community Policing, San Francisco Police, SFPD Details subject to City & County of San Francisco rules and updates. See the hiring process and benefits links on the official posting for the most current information.

Created: 2026-03-05