Academy Graduate Police Officer - San Francisco Police Department (Q002)

Join a highly respected Police Department and serve the residents and visitors of one of the most beautiful cities in the country. San Francisco is a world-class city with a world-class police team. From Fisherman’s Wharf to Golden Gate Park and from Nob Hill to China Town, whether we’re on foot patrol, or in squad cars, responding to emergencies or leading classes on public safety, we’d love to work with you in keeping our community safe. 

The San Francisco Police Department is seeking POST Academy Graduates who have completed a certified California POST Basic Academy within the last three (3) years.  San Francisco Police Officers perform a wide variety of duties to promote public safety and security, prevent crime and enforce the law.  Police officers perform a number of essential functions.  For example, they patrol districts to prevent and detect crime; respond to calls for assistance; conduct criminal investigations; interact with the community to build cooperation and support; pursue and arrest suspects; enforce traffic and parking laws; write reports and maintain records; work with superiors, peers, and others as a team; prepare for and participate in planned events; prepare for court and give testimony; and fulfill other administrative duties when required.  This is much more than a job; it is an opportunity to build a career of which you can be proud.