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

City and County of San FranciscoSan Francisco, CA
Onsite

About The Position

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.

Requirements

  • Possess a California POST Basic Academy completion certificate issued within the last three (3) years
  • U.S. High School Graduate or have passed a G.E.D. or the California High School Proficiency Examination or have an AA or higher degree from an accredited college or university in the United States
  • At least 21 years of age by the time of appointment
  • Possess and maintain a valid driver license to operate an automobile at the time of application and throughout the selection process
  • Possession of a valid California Driver License is required prior to the date of hire
  • NOT have been convicted of a felony
  • NOT have been convicted of an offense involving domestic violence
  • NOT have been convicted of any misdemeanor that carries a penalty of prohibiting ownership, possession or control or a firearm
  • NOT be restricted from employment with the City and County of San Francisco
  • Applicants currently enrolled in a California POST Basic Academy are eligible to apply and participate in the selection process. However, applicants will remain under General Waiver until they graduate from the academy and submit proof of completion.
  • Submit a copy of your POST Basic Academy completion certificate that includes the date of graduation with your application.
  • Undergo a background investigation which includes verifying identity, education, employment history, criminal record, and credit history.
  • Falsifying one’s education, training, or work experience or attempted deception on the application may result in disqualification for this and future job opportunities with the City and County of San Francisco.

Responsibilities

  • 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
  • Fulfill other administrative duties when required

Benefits

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