City And County Of San Francisco
Police Officer - New Recruit (Entry Level)
City And County Of San Francisco, Aptos, California, us, 95001
Police Officer New Recruit (Entry-Level)
Department: San Francisco Police Department (Q002) | Location: San Francisco, CA | Status: Full-time, Permanent Civil Service Quick Facts
* Salary 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 SFPD
* Competitive compensation with step progression
* Comprehensive City & County benefits (see Employee Benefits Overview)
* Career growth across patrol, investigations, and specialized assignments
* Serve a world-class city with a highly respected department and strong community mission
What Youll Do
* Protect 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 Qualifications
* Education: U.S. high school diploma/GED/CHSPE or AA or higher from a U.S. accredited college/university
* Age: At least 20 to test and 21 by appointment
* Drivers 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 with T-score 42 satisfies the requirement
* Degree Waiver: Bachelors 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 in 90 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; youll take the Oral Interview to be placed on the eligible list.
How to Apply
* Apply online: Click the Im Interested button on the official posting and follow the instructions
* Questions? SFPD Recruitment Unit 1245 3rd St, 5th Floor, San Francisco, CA 94158 |
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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.
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Department: San Francisco Police Department (Q002) | Location: San Francisco, CA | Status: Full-time, Permanent Civil Service Quick Facts
* Salary 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 SFPD
* Competitive compensation with step progression
* Comprehensive City & County benefits (see Employee Benefits Overview)
* Career growth across patrol, investigations, and specialized assignments
* Serve a world-class city with a highly respected department and strong community mission
What Youll Do
* Protect 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 Qualifications
* Education: U.S. high school diploma/GED/CHSPE or AA or higher from a U.S. accredited college/university
* Age: At least 20 to test and 21 by appointment
* Drivers 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 with T-score 42 satisfies the requirement
* Degree Waiver: Bachelors 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 in 90 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; youll take the Oral Interview to be placed on the eligible list.
How to Apply
* Apply online: Click the Im Interested button on the official posting and follow the instructions
* Questions? SFPD Recruitment Unit 1245 3rd St, 5th Floor, San Francisco, CA 94158 |
|
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.
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