POLICE OFFICERS - Entry Level

Police Officer — New Recruit (Entry-Level) Department:San Francisco Police Department (Q002) |Location:San Francisco, CA |Status:Full-time, Permanent Civil ServiceApplication Window:Open & ongoing Recruitment ID:X00018 Serve a world-class citywith a highly respected department and strong community mission Engage in community policing and support major city events Enforce traffic and municipal laws; testify in court as needed S. high school diploma/GED/CHSPEorAA or higher from a U.Valid license at application; California license by hire no domestic-violence conviction; no misdemeanor prohibiting firearm ownership; Hiring Process (Overview) Video 65, Writing 70, Reading 70 (each section must pass) Bachelor’s degree or higher waives the written exam Physical Ability Test (PAT):Measures strength, endurance, aerobic capacity, balance evaluates motivation, community focus, problem-solving, and communication Retest Window:If not passed, you may retest in 90 days(PAT or OI) Recent POST Academy Graduates:Written & PAT are waived; Apply online:SFPD Recruitment Unit — 1245 3rd St, 5th Floor, San Francisco, CA 94158 | 415-837-7270 | Officer, New Recruit, Entry-Level, PELLETB, FrontLine National, Academy, Community Policing, San Francisco Police, SFPD See the hiring process and benefits links on the official posting for the most current information.

Created: 2026-03-05