Entry-Level Police Officer - San Francisco Police Department (Q002)

About the role

Join a highly respected Police Department and serve the citizens 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 the Tenderloin, whether we’re on foot patrol, horseback, in squad cars, responding to emergencies, or leading classes on public safety, we’d love to work with you in keeping our community safe.

Responsibilities

• Prepares for work; receives instruction from platoon commander regarding assignment (beat) and/or specific patrol targets during daily line-up; inspects patrol car, equipment and weapons to ensure proper operation.
• Patrols the district on foot or in patrol car; operates Mobile Video Terminal computer in patrol car; operates radio; detects criminal activity; and communicates with the public.
• Responds to call for service; resolves disputes; admonishes individuals; responds to accidents; and provides emergency first-aid.
• Counsels and educates the public; conducts investigations; conducts a preliminary investigation at the scene of a crime; searches area for suspects or evidence; interviews suspects, witnesses and victims; obtains case numbers; and obtains background information from dispatch or the computer.
• Promotes community policing; speaks to merchants regarding potential problems in the area; explains to citizens laws, ordinances, and their rights in resolving disputes; speaks to citizens in sector while on patrol; attends community meetings; and participates in community-based programs.
• Makes arrests and/or detains suspects.
• Pursues suspects; chases suspects; sets up perimeters; and communicates with partner to coordinate chase.
• Enforces traffic and parking violations.
• Writes reports; keeps records; draws accident scene diagrams; competes forms and maintains logs.
• Interacts with superiors, peers, and other department personnel.
• Prepares and participates in planned events; stands and directs traffic at accident scenes, demonstrations, or planned events; controls crowds; cooperates with other city and state agencies to secure area at planned event or crime scene.
• Prepares for and attends court; reviews reports and other related documents; testifies in court; meets with the Assistant District Attorney to discuss cases.

Qualifications

• Education: Applicants must be a United States High School Graduate, or have passed a G.E.D. or the California High School Proficiency Examination, or have attained a two-year, four-year, or advanced degree from an accredited college or university in accordance with (Government Code 1031(e)).
• Age: Applicants must be at least 20 years old when they take the examination and at least 21 years of age by the time of appointment.
• Driver’s License: Applicants must possess and maintain a valid driver license to operate an automobile at the time of application and throughout the selection process.
• Judicial Record: Applicants must NOT have been:
• Convicted of a felony;
• Convicted of an offense involving domestic violence;
• Convicted of any misdemeanor that carries a penalty of prohibiting ownership, possession or control or a firearm;
• Restricted from employment with the City and County of San Francisco.

Desired Qualifications

Experience in the United States Military
Proficiency in a second language relevant to San Francisco communities

Verification of Minimum Qualifications

This process includes verifying:

• Identity
• Education
• Employment history
• Criminal record
• Credit history

Selection Procedures

https://www.joinsfpd.com/hiring-process

Selection Process Steps

• Submit Application
• Written Examination (PELLETB or NTN)
• Physical Agility Test
• Oral Interview
• Background Investigation
• Police Academy
• Field Training Officer (FTO) Program, 16 weeks
• One (1) year probation

Written Exam (Pass/Fail)

• Option A) FrontLine National Law Enforcement Examination administered by the National Testing Network (NTN)
• Option B) California PELLETB Exam

Physical Ability Test (Pass/Fail)

• The PAT will assess physical abilities needed to perform essential police officer tasks and successfully complete academy training through four events. The physical abilities include: muscular strength, muscular endurance, aerobic capacity, equilibrium, and abilities involving all-out effort.

Oral Interview (100%)

• The OI will assess community involvement, interest and motivation, interpersonal skills, problem-solving, oral communication skills, and abilities not tested by other examination components. The OI score will be used to place applicants on the eligible list.

No-Show Policy

Applicants who do not appear for their scheduled examination date without prior notification will be marked as a “no show.” Applicants who do not attend the examination on their rescheduled date will be removed from the selection process.

Additional Information

• Eligible List and Certification Rule
• Candidates who pass all test components (i.e., Written Exam, Physical Ability Test, and Oral Interview) will have their names added to the eligible list. Candidate names will remain on the list for a maximum period of 12 months. Candidates on the eligible list will remain under General Waiver until they pass the background investigation process.
• Terms of Announcement and Appeal Rights