Job Description
Police Officer — New Recruit (Entry-Level)Department: San Francisco Police Department (Q002) | Location: San Francisco, CA | Status: Full-time, Permanent Civil Service
Application Window: Open & ongoingRecruitment ID: X00018Serve a world-class city with a highly respected department and strong community missionEngage in community policing and support major city eventsEnforce traffic and municipal laws; testify in court as neededS. high school diploma/GED/CHSPE or AA or higher from a U.Valid license at application; California license by hireno 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 examPhysical Ability Test (PAT): Measures strength, endurance, aerobic capacity, balanceevaluates motivation, community focus, problem-solving, and communicationRetest 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 | JoinSFPD@sfgov.Police Officer, New Recruit, Entry-Level, PELLETB, FrontLine National, Academy, Community Policing, San Francisco Police, SFPDSee the hiring process and benefits links on the official posting for the most current information.
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Job Details
Posted Date:
March 10, 2026
Job Type:
194
Location:
Soquel, California, 95073, United States
Company:
City and County of San Francisco
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