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Entry-Level Police OfficerCity and County of San Francisco • Oakland, CA, United States
Entry-Level Police Officer

Entry-Level Police Officer

City and County of San Francisco • Oakland, CA, United States
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Position : Entry-Level Police Officer

Department : San Francisco Police Department (Q002) | 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 Consider Joining the SFPD?

  • Attractive compensation with opportunities for progression
  • Comprehensive benefits offered by the City & County (details available in the Employee Benefits Overview)
  • Opportunities for career advancement in patrol, investigations, and specialized units
  • Serve a vibrant city within a respected department committed to community service
  • Your Responsibilities

  • Safeguard life and property through proactive patrolling and rapid response to incidents
  • Address calls for service, provide first aid, and de-escalate conflicts
  • Investigate various crimes, gather evidence, conduct witness interviews, and write thorough reports
  • Participate in community policing initiatives and support major city events
  • Uphold traffic and municipal regulations; testify in court when required
  • Required Qualifications

  • Education : Must possess a U.S. high school diploma, GED, CHSPE, or an associate degree or higher from an accredited institution
  • Age : Must be 20 years old to take the test and 21 years old by appointment
  • Driver's License : Valid driver's license required at application; California license must be obtained before hire
  • Background : No felony convictions; no domestic violence convictions; no misdemeanors that disqualify from firearm ownership; must meet eligibility for employment with CCSF
  • Overview of the Hiring Process

    Written Exam (Pass / Fail) - select one option :

  • FrontLine National (NTN) : Minimum passing scores are Video 65, Writing 70, and Reading 70 (each section must be passed)
  • POST PELLETB : A passing score of T-score 42 from a written exam taken within the last 2 years meets this requirement
  • Degree Waiver : A bachelor's degree or higher waives the written exam requirement
  • Next Steps

  • Physical Ability Test (PAT) : Assessments will evaluate strength, endurance, aerobic capacity, and balance
  • Oral Interview (OI) : Determines exam score based on motivation, community focus, problem-solving, and communication skills
  • Eligible List : Successful candidates will be placed on an eligibility list valid for up to 24 months
  • Retesting Period : Candidates who do not pass may retest after 90 days for PAT or OI
  • Helpful Waivers

  • Recent POST Academy Graduates : Those who completed a CA POST Basic Academy within the last 2 years will have the written exam and PAT waived, needing only to take the Oral Interview to be eligible.
  • How to Apply

  • Apply online : Click the
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