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

City and County of San Francisco•San Francisco, CA

2d•Onsite

About The Position

San Francisco Police Officers perform a wide variety of essential duties to promote safety with respect. This is much more than a job; it is an opportunity to build a career of which you can be proud.

Requirements

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)).
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.
Applicants must possess and maintain a valid driver license to operate an automobile at the time of application and throughout the selection process.
Applicants must NOT have been convicted of a felony.
Applicants must NOT have been convicted of an offense involving domestic violence.
Applicants must NOT have been convicted of any misdemeanor that carries a penalty of prohibiting ownership, possession or control or a firearm.
Applicants must NOT have been restricted from employment with the City and County of San Francisco.
Must successfully complete a comprehensive background investigation.
Must successfully complete a twenty-six (26) week P.O.S.T. Basic Course Police Academy.
Must successfully complete a 16-week field training program on patrol with varying shifts.
Must complete a one year probationary period.

Nice To Haves

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

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.
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.
Performs related duties as required.