Federal Police Officer (Uniformed Division) $50,000 Recruitment Incentive
Security officer job in Coronado, CA
NOTE: This position must be performed in Washington, DC so relocation to Washington, DC will be required.
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At their core, those who join the Secret Service are courageous, intelligent, strong and determined. A diverse team capable of balancing our investigative mission and fulfilling our protective legacy. Proven to be worthy of trust and confidence. Be tomorrow's Secret Service.
Duties
During the course of their careers, Uniformed Division Officers carry out assignments in protection. Duties include:
Providing protection for The White House Complex, The Vice President's Residence, The Main Treasury Building and Annex, and foreign diplomatic missions and embassies in the Washington, D.C. area.
Traveling in support of the Presidential, Vice Presidential, and foreign heads of state/government missions.
Enforcing mandated protective responsibilities as described under Title 18, United States Code, Section 3056A.
Requirements
U.S. citizenship is required.
Possess a current valid U.S. driver's license.
Be at least age 20 and less than age 37 at the time you receive a conditional offer of employment, unless you have previous service in a Federal Civilian Law Enforcement position covered by special law enforcement or firefighter retirement provisions, including early or mandatory retirement. Applicants with veteran's preference must receive a conditional offer of employment prior to reaching age 40 to continue in the application process.
Carry and use a firearm. Maintaining firearm proficiency is also mandatory.
Possess uncorrected visual acuity of no worse than 20/100 binocular. Possess corrected visual acuity of 20/20 or better in each eye.
Hearing loss, as measured by an audiometer, must not exceed 25 decibels (A.S.A. or equivalent I.S.O.) in either ear in the 500, 1000, and 2000 Hz ranges. xevrcyc Applicants must be able to hear the whispered voice at 15 feet with each ear without the use of a hearing aid.
Submit to a drug test prior to your appointment and random drug testing while you occupy the position.
Complete 12 weeks of intensive training at the Federal Law Enforcement Training Center (FLETC) in Glynco, GA or Artesia, NM and 17 weeks of specialized training at the James J. Rowley Training Center in Laurel, MD.
Certify that you have registered with the Selective Service System or are exempt from having to do so, if you are a male applicant born after December 31, 1959.
Police Officer - New Recruit (Entry Level)
Security officer job in Campo, CA
Police Officer - New Recruit (Entry-Level)
Department: San Francisco Police Department (Q002) | Location: San Francisco, CA | 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 Join SFPD
Competitive compensation with step progression
Comprehensive City & County benefits (see Employee Benefits Overview)
Career growth across patrol, investigations, and specialized assignments
Serve a world-class city with a highly respected department and strong community mission
What You'll Do
Protect life and property through proactive patrol and rapid response
Handle calls for service; provide first aid; resolve disputes
Investigate crimes; collect evidence; interview witnesses; prepare clear reports
Engage in community policing and support major city events
Enforce traffic and municipal laws; testify in court as needed
Minimum Qualifications
Education: U.S. high school diploma/GED/CHSPE or AA or higher from a U.S. accredited college/university
Age: At least 20 to test and 21 by appointment
Driver's License: Valid license at application; California license by hire
Background: No felony; no domestic-violence conviction; no misdemeanor prohibiting firearm ownership; not restricted from CCSF employment
Hiring Process (Overview)
Written Exam (Pass/Fail) - choose one:
FrontLine National (NTN): Passing scores: Video 65, Writing 70, Reading 70 (each section must pass)
POST PELLETB: Prior POST written within 2 years with T-score ≥ 42 satisfies the requirement
Degree Waiver: Bachelor's degree or higher waives the written exam
Next Steps
Physical Ability Test (PAT): Measures strength, endurance, aerobic capacity, balance
Oral Interview (OI): 100% of exam score; evaluates motivation, community focus, problem-solving, and communication
Eligible List: Successful candidates placed on a list (valid up to 24 months)
Retest Window: If not passed, you may retest in 90 days (PAT or OI)
Helpful Waivers
Recent POST Academy Graduates: Completed a CA POST Basic Academy within the last 2 years? Written & PAT are waived; you'll take the Oral Interview to be placed on the eligible list.
How to Apply
Apply online: Click the "I'm Interested" button on the official posting and follow the instructions
Questions? SFPD Recruitment Unit - 1245 3rd St, 5th Floor, San Francisco, CA 94158 | ************ | ******************
Keywords (for job-board discoverability)
Police Officer, New Recruit, Entry-Level, PELLETB, FrontLine National, Academy, Community Policing, San Francisco Police, SFPD
Details subject to City & County of San Francisco rules and updates. See the hiring process and benefits links on the official posting for the most current information.
College Police Officer
Security officer job in Chula Vista, CA
Southwestern Community College District (SWCCD) is committed to meeting the educational goals of its students in an inclusive environment that promotes intellectual growth and develops human potential. We are the leader in equitable education that transforms the lives of students and communities.
SWCCD employees are collegial and collaborative. They demonstrate the highest degree of professionalism, integrity and respect when interacting with students, colleagues, leadership and members of the Jaguar community. Our employees actively honor and respect diversity to foster a safe and welcoming community where all are inspired to participate and realize a sense of belonging.
Incumbents exhibit an equity-minded focus, responsiveness, and sensitivity to and understanding of the diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, gender identity, sexual orientation, and ethnic backgrounds of community college students, and employees, including those with physical or learning disabilities, and successfully foster and support an inclusive educational and employment environment.
Description
SUMMARY DESCRIPTION
Under the direction of the Chief Safety Officer and with work direction from an assigned Sergeant, College Police and Safety patrol the campuses of Southwestern College to provide for the safety and security of persons and property; ensure enforcement of the California Penal Code, Vehicle Code, and all other applicable statutes, codes, and District policies.
Qualifications
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE
Any combination equivalent to: graduation from high school
AND
Currently enrolled in a California POST Basic Academy (verification of enrollment required) with at least 50% completion of total courses of instruction for academy curriculum,INCLUDINGacademic and fitness that meets or exceed POST standards; POST Basic Academy must be completed within six months of employment.
DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS
Academy Graduate: Completion of a CA POST approved academy; ORpossession of a current California POST Academy certificate (copy of certificate required) dated within three (3) years;ORPOST re-certification dated within the last three (3) years.
OR
Lateral Entry:Currently employed as a full time paid sworn peace officer in the State of California with a law enforcement agency with at least one (1) year of continuous full-time law enforcement experience at the time of application.
LICENSES AND OTHER REQUIREMENTS
* Possession of a valid POST Basic certificate, or ability to obtain within one year of completing the POST Basic Academy.
* Upon hire, successful completion of Government Code section 1031 requirements and psychological, medical and background investigation.
* Certification in the use of various lethal and non-lethal weapons.
* Possession of, or ability to obtain within the first year of employment, appropriate, valid first aid and CPR certification including certification in Automated External Defibrillator.
* Valid California driver's license and a safe driving record.
* Completion of P.C. 832 and 832.2 training.
* Successful completion of the Southwestern College Police Department Field Training Program within the first year of employment.
* Must satisfactorily pass a pre-employment physical examination if selected for position.
Upon entry into the background investigation, the successful applicant must be able to provide proof of eligibility to work in the United States. It is the sole responsibility of the applicant to ensure that all application materials are received by the deadline date. A separate, complete application packet is required for each position for which you are applying for.
* One year of experience is equal to 12 months of experience at 40 hours per week. Applicable part-time experience will be converted to the full-time equivalent for purposes of meeting the experience requirement.
* If specifically referenced (i.e. degree 'or equivalent'), related experience that is above the minimum requirement may be substituted for education on a year for year basis.
* Applicants with foreign degrees from colleges or universities outside of the United States must have their coursework evaluated by a professional association that is a member of the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services(NACES). A copy of the evaluation must be submitted with online application.
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KNOWLEDGE AND ABILITIES
Knowledge of:
* Pertinent Federal, State, and local laws, codes, and regulations including applicable sections of state Education Code, Government, Vehicle, Penal, and Safety Codes, and juvenile law.
* Rules of evidence pertaining to search, seizure, and preservation.
* Police methods and procedures including patrol, crime prevention, traffic control, investigation, and identification procedures and techniques.
* Applicable court procedures.
* Techniques and applications of self defense and proper use of force.
* Operational characteristics of police equipment, vehicles, and tools including firearms.
* Methods and techniques used in interviewing witnesses, victims, or suspects.
* Principles and applications of public relations.
* English usage, spelling, grammar, and punctuation.
* Record-keeping and report writing techniques.
* Interpersonal skills using tact, patience and courtesy.
Ability to:
* Learn the geography of the local area.
* Learn standard broadcasting procedures of a police radio system.
* Perform a wide range of law enforcement assignments.
* Think clearly and behave appropriately in emergency situations.
* Judge situations/people accurately.
* Use and care for firearms and other specialized police equipment and vehicles.
* Operate equipment including emergency alarm systems, two-way radio, camera, typewriter, computer, and copier.
* Conduct a variety of criminal and special investigations.
* Accurately observe and remember names, faces, numbers, incidents, and places.
* Use discretion in handling difficult persons.
* Control violent people and affect arrests.
* Prepare clear and concise reports and routine correspondence.
* Work independently in the absence of supervision.
* Communicate tactfully and effectively with students and the public.
* Understand and correct emergency alarm systems.
* Observe legal and defensive driving practices.
* Understand and work within scope of authority.
* Remain alert at all times.
* Maintain high ethical standards and behavior.
* Work with and exhibit sensitivity to and understanding of the diverse racial, ethnic, disabled, sexual orientation, and cultural populations of community college students.
* Communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing.
* Establish and maintain effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work.
JOB DESCRIPTION: College Police Officer
Duties
ESSENTIAL DUTIES
* Patrol on- and off- campus sites, including but not limited to buildings, classrooms, restrooms, and parking lots by foot, cart, or vehicle in order to maintain security and order; inspect, identify, document, and follow-up on unusual conditions, potential hazards, and security risks; report presence of unauthorized persons on grounds or in District buildings; act upon observations made.
* Investigate reports of criminal activity; interview and take appropriate action to assist crime victims; interview witnesses; collect physical evidence; photograph crime scenes and evidence.
* Record and document incidents in patrol log; prepare reports related to observed violations including use-of-force reports, arrest reports, criminal citations, notices to appear, warrantless arrest reports, and property evidence reports.
* Respond to calls for service; provide security escort for students, staff or visitors as needed; assist persons with vehicles in parking lot.
* Patrol campus parking lots and streets; check for vehicle permits and improper parking; conduct traffic stops; issue citations for non-compliance with parking regulations; ensure the safe movement of vehicles in the parking areas; ensure parking lots and roadway are clearly marked.
* Answer telephones at station; respond to inquires and provide information to visitors, students and staff.
* Participate in crime prevention work; prepare and deliver presentations on campus safety to students, faculty, staff, and the public.
* Appear in court as a witness or as arresting officer as required.
Supplemental Information
SALARY SCHEDULE:CSEA - Classified Bargaining Unit
PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORKING ENVIRONMENT
This is a non-telecommuting position.
Police Officer (Lateral/P.O.S.T. Certified)
Security officer job in San Diego, CA
Safety and security is coordinated by University Police, through a force of 40 sworn police officers and 57 non-sworn support employees. Our police officers are graduates of a California Peace Officers Standards Training Academy with full arrest powers throughout the state. They undergo continued training to upgrade their skills as well as first aid and CPR requirements.
University Police officers are armed. They conduct foot, vehicular and bicycle patrols on campus and in the adjacent community 24 hours a day, year-round. Officers are responsible for reporting and investigating crimes and traffic accidents, enforcing state laws and local ordinances, responding to medical emergencies and all other incidents requiring police assistance.
The Division of Business and Financial Affairs (BFA) celebrates diverse backgrounds and perspectives. We understand representation is essential to our success, which is why we strive to recruit and retain highly-skilled, compassionate leaders. By prioritizing listening and learning, engaging in critical conversations, and thoughtfully considering the needs of our different populations, we are creating a culture of belonging. As a division, we aim to offer opportunities for advancement and foster an inclusive environment, so all are valued and empowered to thrive.
For more information regarding the University Police, click here.
Education and Experience
This classification is reserved for entry-level sworn officers who have graduated from a certified P.O.S.T. academy and obtained the Basic Course Certificate. Duties at this level require a working knowledge of law enforcement methods and procedures, criminal codes and laws, and investigating techniques and procedures. The Police Officer performs general patrol and operational police duties and may assist in investigations or as a member on special teams or task forces. Incumbents may receive specialized on-the-job training to perform these specialized functions.
Key Qualifications
* Graduation from a certified P.O.S.T. academy
* Working knowledge of current law enforcement methods and procedures
* Working knowledge of current criminal codes and laws
* Effective interpersonal skills to resolve a wide variety of sensitive situations
* Effective oral and written communication skills, including writing clear and comprehensive reports
* Demonstrated ability to think and act effectively in emergency and sensitive situations
Licenses/Certifications Required
* Possess a valid Class C California Driver's License.
* Basic POST Certificate required.
* For new San Diego State University Police Officers, employment is contingent upon successful completion of the hiring process including medical and psychological examination, a thorough background investigation including a DOJ fingerprint check and pre-employment drug testing.
Compensation and Benefits
San Diego State University offers competitive compensation and a comprehensive benefits package designed to support your well-being and professional growth.
Compensation:
Step placement will be determined based on relevant qualifications and professional experience, in alignment with the department's budget and equity guidelines.
* Initial step placement is not expected to exceed Step 22 ($9,468) for highly qualified candidates.
* CSU Classification Salary Range: $6,418 - $9,468 per month (Step 5 - Step 22).
Full Benefits Package Includes:
* Generous Time Off: 15 paid holidays, vacation, and sick leave.
* Retirement: CalPERS pension plan with retiree healthcare, and reciprocal agreements with other California public retirement systems, including the UC.
* Health Coverage: Medical, dental, and vision options at low or no cost.
* Education Support: CSU tuition fee waiver for employees and eligible dependents.
* Optional Offerings: FlexCash, life and disability insurance, legal and pet plans.
* Campus & Community: Access to the library, campus events, employee groups, and volunteer and social activities.
Our benefits are a significant part of total compensation. Learn more at the SDSU Benefits Overview.
SDSU Values
At SDSU, our diversity gives us power and benefits every single member of our community. Consistent with California law and federal civil rights laws, SDSU provides equal opportunity for all in education and employment. We encourage all members of our community to purposefully learn from one another through open and respectful dialogue and responsible engagement. We strongly preserve the right to free expression and encourage difficult conversations that help lead to improved individual and community learning and cohesion.
Principles of Community
At San Diego State University, we are a community of diverse individuals who have and represent many perspectives, beliefs, and identities. This diversity lends our community strength, and we commit to creating and sustaining an inclusive and intellectually vibrant environment that benefits all members of our university.
SDSU's Principles of Community is an aspirational statement that is intended to evolve over time. The statement reflects the ideals we are encouraged to uphold in our interactions with one another.
Equal Opportunity and Excellence in Education and Employment
All university programs and activities are open and available to all regardless of race, sex, color, ethnicity or national origin. Consistent with California law and federal civil rights laws, San Diego State University (SDSU) provides equal opportunity in education and employment without unlawful discrimination or preferential treatment based on race, sex, color, ethnicity, or national origin. Our commitment to equal opportunity means ensuring that every student and employee has access to the resources and support they need to thrive and succeed in a university environment and in their communities. SDSU complies with Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act, the California Equity in Higher Education Act, California's Proposition 209 (Art. I, Section 31 of the California Constitution), other applicable state and federal anti-discrimination laws, and CSU's Nondiscrimination Policy. We prohibit discriminatory preferential treatment, segregation based on race or any other protected status, and all forms of discrimination, harassment, and retaliation in all university programs, policies, and practices.
SDSU is a diverse community of individuals who represent many perspectives, beliefs and identities, committed to fostering an inclusive, respectful, and intellectually vibrant environment. We cultivate a culture of open dialogue, mutual respect, and belonging to support educational excellence and student success. Through academic programs, student organizations and activities, faculty initiatives, and community partnerships, we encourage meaningful engagement with diverse perspectives. As a higher education institution, we are dedicated to advancing knowledge and empowering individuals to reach their full potential by prioritizing inclusive curriculum development, faculty and staff training, student mentorship, and comprehensive support programs. At SDSU, excellence is built on merit, talent, diversity, accessibility, and equal opportunity for all.
Supplemental Information
Applications will be reviewed on an as needed basis.
The person holding this position is considered a 'mandated reporter' under the California Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Act and is required to comply with the requirements set forth in CSU Executive Order 1083 as a condition of employment.
San Diego State University is not a sponsoring agency for staff or management positions (e.g., H-1B visa). Applicants must currently be authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis. Offers of employment are contingent upon the presentation of documents that demonstrate a person's identity and authorization to work in the United States, which are consistent with the provisions of the Immigration Reform and Control Act.
A background check (including a criminal records check) must be completed satisfactorily and is required for employment. SDSU will make a conditional offer of employment, which may be rescinded if the background check reveals disqualifying information, and/or it is discovered that the candidate knowingly withheld or falsified information. Failure to satisfactorily complete the background check may affect the continued employment of a current SDSU employee who was conditionally offered the position.
SDSU is a smoke-free campus. For more information, please click here.
Reasonable accommodations will be provided for qualified applicants with disabilities who request an accommodation by contacting Michelle Puentes at ******************.
Advertised: Oct 06 2025 Pacific Daylight Time
Applications close:
Lead Police Officer (Desk/Patrol Sergeant)
Security officer job in San Diego, CA
You will perform duties as a Lead Police Officer to Field Training Officers and police officers, and assists the Watch Commander in carrying out responsibilities of supervising the patrol shift, which provides 24-hour law enforcement services.
You will instruct Field Training Officers, trainees, and police officers in specific officer tasks and techniques, and provide written instructions, reference materials and supplies to assist in the instruction given.
You will provide technical advice and guidance to police officers on the enforcement of laws, rules, and regulations.
You will inspect the overall physical security of the areas, evaluate situations and conditions, identify deficiencies, and recommend or take appropriate corrective actions.
You will distribute and balance the workload and rotations of Field Training Officers and police officers, assure work is finished by the end of the shift, and ensure police officers perform the work according to department guidelines.
You will assist in the planning and directing of watch activities for assigned areas. Prepare absentee reports and watch schedules/lists for the following day.
You will ensure that all two-day radio communications fall under DoD, DoN, USMC and Federal Communication Commission Rules Policy and Procedures.
You will monitor call received, ensuring appropriate number of police vehicles are dispatched to crime/incident scene.
Requirements Conditions of Employment
Must be a US Citizen. Must be determined suitable for federal employment. Must participate in the direct deposit pay program. Males born after 12-31-59 must be registered for Selective Service.
New employees to the Department of the Navy will be required to successfully pass the E-Verify employment verification check. To learn more about E-Verify, including your rights and responsibilities, visit e-verify.gov
Generally, current federal employees applying for GS jobs must serve at least one year at the next lower grade level. This requirement is called time-in-grade. Time-in-grade requirements must be met by the closing date of this announcement.
Within the Department of Defense (DoD), the appointment of retired military members within 180 days immediately following retirement date to a civilian position is subject to the provisions of 5 United States Code 3326.
You will be required to successfully complete a pre-appointment physical examination.
You will be required to obtain and maintain a current valid United States driver's license
Successful completion of a pre-employment drug test (including marijuana) is required. A tentative offer of employment will be rescinded if you fail to report to the drug test appointment or pass the test. You will be subject to random testing.
This is a Mission Essential position. You will be required to ensure organization or facility continuity of operations and/or completion of tasks that are considered essential to the mission designated by a local or command decision.
This position is covered by the Domestic Violence Misdemeanor Amendment (30 Sep 96) of the Gun Control Act (Lautenberg Amendment) of 1968. You will be required to sign a DD-Form-2760, Qualification to possess firearms or ammunition.
You will be required to obtain and maintain an interim and/or final security clearance prior to entrance on duty. Failure to obtain and maintain the required level of clearance may result in the withdrawal of a job offer or removal.
You must meet the qualifications and be certified to carry a firearm. You will need to maintain firearm proficiency.
Must meet medical standards for police officers in the DoD 6055.05M and NMCPHC-TM-OM 6260. Required to wear a uniform and maintain appearance and grooming standards per Marine Corps Orders/policies.
This position is subject to work an uncommon tour, including nights, weekends, and holidays to meet mission requirements. Overtime or night differential pay and/or unusual duty hours may be required. This position requires rotating shift work.
Must be able to use all police equipment, certify in the use of radar detection and alcohol detection equipment, field sobriety tests, expandable/collapsible baton and obtain certifications to accomplish the duties of a law enforcement officer.
Qualifications
GS-09: Your resume must demonstrate at least one year of Specialized experience at or equivalent to the GS-08 grade level or pay band in the Federal service or equivalent experience in the private or public sector that provided knowledge of a body of basic laws and regulations, law enforcement operations, practices and techniques and involved responsibility for maintaining order and protecting life and property. Specialized experience for this position is assisting in the planning and directing of watch activities, preparing absentee reports and watch schedules/lists; deploying police officers on motorized, bicycle, or walking patrols; directing police officers at fixed posts; controlling vehicle and personnel access to the installation; instructing field training officers; monitoring and maintaining criminal activity statistics; receiving reports, maintaining desk journals and ensuring accuracy of paperwork submitted.
GS-08: Your resume must demonstrate at least one year of specialized experience at or equivalent to the GS-07 grade level or pay band in the Federal service or equivalent experience in the private or public sector that provided knowledge of a body of basic laws and regulations, law enforcement operations, practices and techniques and involved responsibility for maintaining order and protecting life and property. Specialized experience for this position is assisting in controlling the desk area, deploying police officers on motorized, bicycle or walking patrols, directing police officers at fixed posts and controlling vehicle and personnel access in the installation.
Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., professional, philanthropic, religious, spiritual, community, student, social). Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge, and skills and can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment.Education
No substitution of education or training may be made for the required specialized experience at the GS-06 level or above.
Police Officer (Recruit Level)
Security officer job in San Diego, CA
JOB INFORMATION
JOIN THE SDPD TEAM TODAY!!! See NOTE(S) below for future wage increases and/or additional compensation opportunities. Please read through the entire bulletin for important information. Do you have a strong dedication to public service? If you do, a career with the San Diego Police Department may be for you!
A career with the San Diego Police Department offers excitement, rapid growth opportunities, work-life-balance, and the chance to make a positive impact in your community. As one of the nation's leaders in Community Oriented Policing, we strongly value the partnerships we have built with the diverse communities of San Diego and are looking for Officers that will uphold that tradition. Throughout your career with SDPD, you'll have the chance to follow many paths in over 70 different positions, including: Detective, SWAT, New Technologies, K9 Handler, Beach Patrol and Motor Officer, among others. SDPD offers a competitive base salary, great benefits, and many additional pay opportunities.
The following skills and desirable attributes exemplify what we look for in a Police Officer (Recruit Level): Integrity; leadership skills; excellent judgment under pressure; ability to maintain sufficient level of fitness to safely perform as a law enforcement professional; the ability to be aware of, control, and express emotions appropriately, and to handle interpersonal relationships judiciously and empathetically; ability to maintain confidence in uncertain situations; excellent judgment and ability to act under pressure; ability to thrive in diverse populations.
A San Diego Police Officer:
Contributes to the team effort of maintaining a presence in the community that helps to deter crime and provide support to citizens
Collaborates in building strong relationships with community members, upholding best practices of Community Oriented Policing
Acts as a police presence at major public events to ensure public safety
Identifies potential criminal activity or other hazardous situations and takes proper actions to protect citizens and property
Helps to secure crime scenes and process evidence
Responds to calls for service; Observes violations; makes arrests and citations when necessary
Conducts criminal investigations by gathering evidence and interviewing victims and witnesses
Documents observations and actions by radioing information; completing reports
Fulfills court orders by testifying in court regarding criminal investigations and citations
Maintains safe traffic conditions by monitoring and directing traffic; enforces laws and ordinances; investigates collisions; reports unsafe streets and facilities
Police Officers (Recruit Level) attend the Police Academy classroom lectures on subjects including criminal law, laws of arrest, traffic laws, juvenile law, principles of law enforcement, rules of evidence, rules of search and seizure, patrol theory and methods, and report writing; observe demonstrations on arrest and control methods and the care and use of firearms; participate in physical conditioning and self-defense exercises; practice the use of firearms; and take examinations.
NOTES:
Employees in job classifications represented by the San Diego Police Officers Association (SDPOA) are scheduled to receive a 5% general wage increase effective 7/1/23.
Eligible benefitted employees originally hired on or after July 10, 2021, will be automatically enrolled in the San Diego City Employees Retirement System (SDCERS).
Police Officers (Recruit Level) must complete the Regional Academy Training and receive a Basic P.O.S.T. Certificate within ONE year of hire.
After completing the Police Academy, Police Officers (Recruit Level) are promoted to Police Officer I and assigned to the Field Training Unit for a minimum of four months.
Police Officer I employees may work a 4 day/10-hour, rotating shift work schedule, depending on assignment.
After one year, Police Officer I employees receive a $900 annual uniform allowance.
Bilingual pay (3.5% of base pay) is provided to qualified officers, if skills are required.
Additional add on pays may be available if you meet the requirements.
State Standards:
In accordance with P.O.S.T Standards, candidates must be free of any felony convictions. Candidates will be screened by the San Diego Police Department and are subject to immediate disqualification if any of the following are found during the background investigative process: domestic violence conviction(s), or if you are a registered sex offender; for additional information refer to the following link: P.O.S.T. Disqualifiers (Download PDF reader).
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS
You must meet the following requirement on the date you apply, unless otherwise indicated.
AGE: 20 years of age on the date you apply; 21 years by date of Academy graduation.
CITIZENSHIP: Be legally authorized to work in the United States under federal law.
NOTE:
Candidates screened by the San Diego Police Department must present proof of legal right to work in the United States when they submit their Background Investigation Questionnaire.
EDUCATION: You must meet ONE of the following options:
Graduation from a public high school located within the United States.
Graduation from an accredited nonpublic high school located within the United States.
Graduation from a United States Department of Defense high school.
Passage of the General Education Development (G.E.D.) test or passage of the California High School Proficiency Examination.
Possession of a two-year, four-year or advanced degree from an accredited college or university (accreditation must be from an institutional accrediting body recognized by the Department of Education of the United States of America).
NOTES:
Candidates screened by the San Diego Police Department must present proof of education when they submit their Background Investigation Questionnaire.
College and/or university degree equivalency reports are not accepted to meet the education minimum requirements for this recruitment.
LICENSE: A valid California Class C Driver License is required at the time of hire.
REQUIRED DOCUMENTS (MUST SUBMIT WITH APPLICATION):
Associate degree (or higher) diploma and/or transcripts showing degree conference, if used to waive the written test.
California P.O.S.T. approved Police Academy Peace Officer's course certificate, if used to waive the written test.
California P.O.S.T. basic Peace Officer certificate, if used to waive the written test.
Letter from the organization that administered the California P.O.S.T. entry-level law enforcement test battery (Pellet-B), if used to waive the written test. The letter must indicate candidates name, date of exam and T-scores for the reading, writing and overall sections.
Required documents should be attached electronically to your application. If you are unable to attach at the time of application submittal, you must submit them as soon as possible via fax: **************; or to the Employment Information Center: City of San Diego Personnel Department, 1200 Third Avenue - Suite 300, San Diego, CA 92101. Include your name and the title of the position for which you are applying.
SCREENING PROCESS
The screening process will consist of the following components:
1. APPLICATION REVIEW: Please ensure all information is complete and accurate as the responses you provide on the supplemental questions will be reviewed using an automated evaluation system. If you are successful in this initial screening process, your application will be reviewed for applicable education, experience, and/or training to ensure all minimum requirements have been met.
2. WRITTEN TEST: IF YOU MEET THE MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS AND YOUR APPLICATION IS APPROVED, you will be scheduled for the written examination date you select on the supplemental questions of your application. The email confirmation notice that you will receive a day or two after your application is approved will grant you admission to the examination date you select.
The written test consists of multiple-choice questions that measure general aptitudes needed to be a Police Officer. A Study Guide with test taking tips and sample questions is available in the following link: STUDY GUIDE (Download PDF reader). No prior law enforcement knowledge is necessary to pass the test.
NOTE:
If you live more than 100 miles from Downtown San Diego please select a written exam date in the supplemental questions of your application that is denoted as "Out Of Town Process". Doing so will enable you to take the written test on Friday, and if you are successful on the written test, you will be given the opportunity to take the Physical Abilities Test on the same day and the Pre-Investigative Questionnaire the following morning. *This two-day process is available only when taking the Police Officer (Recruit Level) exam at NTC on a Friday in the CITY OF SAN DIEGO. Your address will be verified to ensure that you live more than 100 miles from Downtown San Diego.
The test includes the following factors:
Section I:
Reading Comprehension: Ability to read, comprehend, and interpret factual or technical materials in a variety of written formats.
Section II:
Checking Ability: Ability to detect similarities and differences between groups of items such as words or numbers.
Map Reading/Directional Situations: Ability to correctly follow a series of written directions (north, south, east, west) or movements (left, right) within a general area; ability to locate destinations and follow/determine appropriate routes using a map and/or map index.
Decision Making: Ability to identify and comprehend critical elements of a situation and choose courses of action based on general policies and guidelines.
Section III:
Written Communication: Ability to correctly apply fundamentals of English grammar, spelling, punctuation, sentence structure, written expression, and vocabulary.
There are three pass points for this examination. You must pass Section I, Section III AND Sections I, II, and III combined to pass the written test. THIS IS A (PASS/FAIL) TEST; you are not ranked based upon your score.
Written Test Waiver: Request a waiver on your application supplemental question responses, if you:
Have passed the current customized and validated City of San Diego written test within the last two (2) years.
Were previously hired by the City of San Diego as a Police Officer (Recruit Level) within the last two (2) years.
Have taken the California P.O.S.T. Pellet-B test within the last six (6) months and acquired T-scores of 42 in the reading, writing and overall test sections.
Possess an associate degree (or higher) from an accredited college or university (accreditation must be from an institutional accrediting body recognized by the Department of Education of the United States of America).
Have graduated from a California P.O.S.T. approved Police Academy with a Peace Officer's Course Certificate.
Possess a California P.O.S.T. basic Peace Officer's certificate.
If your waiver request is approved, your application will bypass the written test selection process and be moved to the performance test selection process. You will be scheduled and notified of your performance test date.
NOTE:
If your waiver request is not approved you will be notified and scheduled for the written test based on your responses to the supplemental questions on your application.
Re-Examination Eligibility: If you fail the written test, you may reapply immediately, but you will need to request a written test date that is at least ONE MONTH after your most recent TEST DATE.
3. PERFORMANCE TEST: The performance test is pass/fail examination which consists of 5 different events based on the California P.O.S.T. Work Sample Test Battery and measures a variety of physical abilities necessary in police work. The test requires candidates to: a. Complete a 99 yard Obstacle Course consisting of several sharp turns, a number of curb height obstacles, and a 34 inch high obstacle that must be vaulted; b. Jump, step and/or climb over 6-foot fence(s); c. Partially lift and drag a 150 pound "simulated victim"; and d. Complete a 500 yard run. Test information will be given to candidates prior to their scheduled test date. NOTE: Requests for waivers will be considered on a case-by-case basis based on your responses to the supplemental questions on your application.
Candidates who pass the written test and performance test will be placed on a list which will be used to fill position vacancies during the next two years. For each vacancy, only those candidates with the most appropriate qualifications will be contacted by the hiring department for an interview.
NOTE:
Do not reapply until your name expires from the Police Officer (Recruit Level) eligibility list.
SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION
Individuals who are placed on the eligible list and are being evaluated by the Police Department for employment, must successfully pass the following prior to hire:
PRE-INVESTIGATIVE QUESTIONNAIRE: On the day of the performance test, candidates will also complete a Pre-Investigative Questionnaire.
PERSONAL HISTORY STATEMENT: Candidates will be required to complete and submit a Personal History Statement to the Police Department. Information regarding this step of the process will be provided to candidates at a later date.
MEDICAL EXAMINATION: A City medical examination including drug screening and documentation of medical history that meets City of San Diego and/or P.O.S.T. guidelines will be conducted following a conditional offer of employment. Medical conditions must enable the applicant to perform the essential duties of the position. The City of San Diego is committed to a drug and alcohol-free work place.
VISION/HEARING REQUIREMENTS: Vision requirements vary depending upon the corrective measures employed.
1. If you wear eyeglasses or hard (non-orthokeratology) contact lenses, your uncorrected vision may be no worse than 20/70 both eyes together. Uncorrected vision worse than 20/20, but not worse than 20/70, must be corrected to 20/20 both eyes together.
NOTE:
Hard contact lenses also include semi-soft, semi-rigid, semi-permeable, gas permeable, and similar lenses.
2. If you wear soft contact lenses and your vision is corrected to 20/20 both eyes together, there is no minimum uncorrected visual acuity requirement.
To qualify under this provision, you will be asked to present satisfactory medical evidence from your private optometrist or ophthalmologist documenting that you have been a successful wearer of soft contact lenses for six months prior to the medical examination given by the City of San Diego. Such documentation must also indicate if you have any medical contraindications to wearing soft contact lenses. We will request this information from you following the medical examination given by the City.
You will also be required, as a condition of your employment, to sign a pre-employment agreement obligating you to wear soft contact lenses at all times while on duty, except when otherwise authorized by the San Diego Police Department. Your use of soft contact lenses will be subject to verification by the City of San Diego and to such medical eye examinations as necessary in the judgment of the City.
3. (a) If you have undergone any type of refractive vision surgery (or "touch up" surgery) such as Laser-Assisted In Situ Keratomileusis (LASIK), radial keratotomy (RK) or photorefractive keratectomy (PRK) prior to being medically considered for a Police Officer (Recruit Level) or Police Officer position, you must be substantially free of vision problems including, but not limited to: impaired vision at night or under dim lighting conditions; sensitivity to glare; starbursts experienced around light sources such as street lights or headlights; hazing or blurring of vision; eye irritation and pain; progressive regression of visual acuity; and/or daily changes in visual acuity. Your vision must be 20/20 both eyes together. If it is not, it must be corrected to 20/20 both eyes together in accordance with the requirements in No. 1 or 2 above.
To qualify under this provision, you will be asked to submit the results of a recent eye examination from your private ophthalmologist documenting the status of your vision. We will request this information from you following the medical examination given by the City.
(b) If you have undergone any type of refractive vision surgery (or "touch up" surgery) within six months of being medically considered for a Police Officer (Recruit Level) or Police Officer position, you may be hired on a "conditional" basis.
To qualify under this provision, you must successfully complete a City provided vision examination prior to hire and six months from the date of your last vision surgery or "touch up" surgery. You must be substantially free of the vision problems outlined in paragraph 3 (a) above. Your vision must be 20/20 both eyes together. If it is not, it must be corrected to 20/20 both eyes together in accordance with the requirements in No. 1 or 2 above.
4. In all cases, you need to have binocular vision (vision in both eyes), normal visual fields, normal binocular fusion, and freedom from other visual conditions that would interfere with your ability to perform the full range of duties of a Police Officer (Recruit Level) or Police Officer with the San Diego Police Department.
5. In all cases, you need an acceptable level of color vision. This is determined at the time of the medical examination given by the City using standardized color vision tests.
For hearing requirements, the City of San Diego uses the California Peace Officer Standards and Training Commission's guidelines for Police Officer (Recruit Level) applicants. These guidelines require pure tone threshold testing for each ear separately at 500, 1000, 2000, 3000, 4000, and 6000 Hz. For acoustical reasons, audiograms must be done without hearing aids in place.
An additional examination by a medical specialist will be required if the screening audiogram is considered "abnormal" or there is a history of ear-related symptoms. In general, an audiogram is considered to be abnormal if thresholds exceed 25 dB. In these cases, the examining physician must determine 1) whether the hearing loss is functionally relevant to the safe performance of patrol duties, and 2) whether the candidate needs to be evaluated by a hearing specialist to assess treatment options and/or prognosis.
Candidates with hearing aids: Candidates who wish to be tested with their hearing aids will be administered a test to assess speech comprehension ability in noise and quiet. Both tests will be administered by sound field methods rather than headphones. An aided audiogram will be reviewed to evaluate sound detection ability.
Prior to testing, the candidate must attest that he/she has worn the aids regularly for at least one month. In addition, all records from the audiologist who dispensed the hearing aids must be provided, including documentation of the fitting program and other hearing aid settings, which are used on a regular basis by the individual.
As a condition of employment, candidates who wear hearing aids will be required to sign a pre-employment agreement obligating them to wear their hearing aids when assigned to field duty or other hearing critical tasks.
NOTE:
Any evaluation by a hearing specialist, including additional audiogram testing, will be at the applicant's expense.
PRE-EMPLOYMENT REQUIREMENTS: Employment offers are conditional pending the results of all screening processes that are applicable to this position, which may include the following: confirmation of citizenship or legal right to work in the United States; completion of a pre-employment medical review and exam (which may include drug and alcohol testing); reference checks; and fingerprinting. Fingerprints will be submitted to the Federal Bureau of Investigation and the California Department of Justice for a conviction record report. Certain positions may require additional screening processes, which may include a polygraph examination and/or background investigation. All of these processes must be successfully completed before employment begins. A positive test for alcohol or illegal drugs, including marijuana, or inadequately explained prescription drugs, or misrepresentation, falsification, or omission of pertinent facts in any step of the screening or selection process, may be cause for disqualification or termination of employment. Nothing in this job posting constitutes an express or implied contract for employment with the City of San Diego. Candidates must notify the Personnel Department of any change in their name, mailing address, email address, or phone number, otherwise they may miss employment opportunities.
Police Officer
Security officer job in San Diego, CA
You will interpret and enforce state and federal laws, directives, rules, and regulations.
You will detect and investigate unusual situations/conditions and take required action to resolve various incidents/situations and requests additional support, if necessary.
You will perform a full range of force protection, anti -terrorism and sentry duties at installations or activities with significant operational assets, unrestricted access points, and large populations.
RequirementsConditions of Employment
Must be a US Citizen.
Must be determined suitable for federal employment.
Must participate in the direct deposit pay program.
New employees to the Department of the Navy will be required to successfully pass the E -Verify employment verification check. To learn more about E -Verify, including your rights and responsibilities, visit e -verify.gov
Generally, current federal employees applying for GS jobs must serve at least one year at the next lower grade level. This requirement is called time -in -grade. Time -in -grade requirements must be met by the closing date of this announcement.
Within the Department of Defense (DoD), the appointment of retired military members within 180 days immediately following retirement date to a civilian position is subject to the provisions of 5 United States Code 3326.
Males born after 12 -31 -59 must be registered for Selective Service.
Per the preliminary nationwide injunction on E.O. 14043, COVID -19 vaccinations will not be implemented or enforced. For more information on vaccine status and workplace safety protocol requirements see Additional Information below.
You will be required to successfully complete a pre -appointment physical examination.
You will be required to obtain and maintain a current valid United States driver's license
Successful completion of a pre -employment drug test (including marijuana) is required. A tentative offer of employment will be rescinded if you fail to report to the drug test appointment or pass the test. You will be subject to random testing.
This is a Mission Essential position. You will be required to ensure organization or facility continuity of operations and/or completion of tasks that are considered essential to the mission designated by a local or command decision.
This position is covered by the Domestic Violence Misdemeanor Amendment (30 Sep 96) of the Gun Control Act (Lautenberg Amendment) of 1968. You will be required to sign a DD -Form -2760, Qualification to possess firearms or ammunition.
Within the Department of Defense (DoD), the appointment of retired military members within 180 days immediately following retirement date to a civilian position is subject to the provisions of 5 United States Code 3326.
This is a bargaining unit position.
You will be required to obtain and maintain a current CPR certification and utilize a portable heart defibrillator where available.
You will be required to obtain and maintain an interim and/or final security clearance prior to entrance on duty. Failure to obtain and maintain the required level of clearance may result in the withdrawal of a job offer or removal.
You must meet the qualifications and be certified to carry a firearm. You will need to maintain firearm proficiency.
Qualifications
In order to qualify for this position, your resume must provide sufficient experience and/or education, knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform the duties of the specific position for which you are being considered. Your resume is the key means we have for evaluating your skills, knowledge, and abilities as they relate to this position. Therefore, we encourage you to be clear and specific when describing your experience.
For GS -07: Your resume must demonstrate at least one year of specialized experience at or equivalent to the GS -06 grade level or pay band in the Federal service or equivalent experience in the private or public sector. Specialized experience must demonstrate the following: 1) Performing investigations regarding unusual situations and/or violations of the law; 2) Conducting checkpoints/roadblocks at various locations to reduce criminal activity; 3) Inspecting packages/personal belongings when admitting personnel into controlled areas; and 4) Responding to emergency calls for service while adhering to state and federal laws. NOTE: This information must be supported in your resume.
For GS -06: Your resume must demonstrate at least one year of specialized experience at or equivalent to the GS -05 grade level or pay band in the Federal service or equivalent experience in the private or public sector. Specialized experience must demonstrate the following: 1) Issuing citations for violations of the law; 2) Preparing reports and orders for dissemination to other law enforcement officials; and 3) Protecting property, equipment, data, or materials; and 4) Arresting and detaining citizens who are in violation of the law. NOTE: This information must be supported in your resume.
For GS -05: Your resume must demonstrate at least one year of specialized experience at or equivalent to the GS -04 grade level or pay band in the Federal service or equivalent experience in the private or public sector. Specialized experience must demonstrate the following: 1) Applying knowledge of law enforcement procedures, regulations, and operations to perform routine, recurring kinds of fixed post assignments; 2) Preparing police reports concerning incidents and actions taken; 3) Responding to emergency calls for service while adhering to state and federal laws; and 4) Patrolling areas to detect, deter, and defend against threats. NOTE: This information must be supported in your resume.
Additional qualification information can be found from the following Office of Personnel Management website:https://www.opm.gov/policy -data -oversight/classification -qualifications/general -schedule -qualification -standards/0000/police -series -0083/
Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., professional, philanthropic, religious, spiritual, community, student, social). Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge, and skills and can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment.
Education
For GS -05: Successful completion of 4 full years of study leading to a bachelor's degree in Police Science or a comparable degree program related to the work of the position OR have a combination of experience and education as described above which, when combined, is equivalent to 100% of the qualification requirement.
Benefits
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Police Officer - Sycuan Tribal Police Department
Security officer job in El Cajon, CA
Job Purpose: Protects and serves residents, visitors, and employees on the Sycuan Indian Reservation Job Duties and Responsibilities: (Note: Duties and responsibilities may be added, deleted, or changed at the sole discretion of Sycuan Management at any time)
Protects reservation residents, visitors, employees and property by patrolling the reservation, responding to service calls and alarms (fire, burglary, panic), traffic collisions, and criminal activity in progress; enforcing federal and state criminal codes and tribal ordinances; assisting injured and sick individuals; assisting motorists; securing buildings and property; escorting money and persons as needed; and assisting other agencies as requested. - 60%
Conducts preliminary investigations by responding to calls of criminal activity and accidents; documenting facts and observations according to established procedures, interviewing victims, suspects and witnesses, generating investigative reports; maintaining crime scenes as needed; and directing traffic when appropriate. - 30%
Serves the community by proactively policing reservation, building rapport with residents, visitors and employees; developing crime prevention strategies for recommendation to the Tribal Police Chief; initiating crime prevention activities; and participating in efforts to educate the general public in crime deterrence and prevention strategies. - 10%
Job Specifications:
Education and Experience:
Essential:
U.S. Citizen or a permanent resident alien applied and eligible for citizenship
Minimum 21 years of age at time of application
California drivers license in good standing
No felony convictions
No misdemeanor convictions which would restrict ability to carry a firearm
High School Diploma or G.E.D.
California P.O.S.T. Basic Academy Certificate
Desirable:
Work experience with an accredited California law enforcement agency
College coursework in criminal justice
Skills and Knowledge:
Essential:
Ability to demonstrate self-restraint in challenging and/or difficult situations
Ability to effectively communicate with a diverse population
Ability to analyze options and choose appropriate course of action
Excellent English written composition skills
Ability to gather data and information and prepare accurate written reports
Working knowledge of investigative techniques and evidence preservation
Ability to accept constructive criticism
Ability to maintain professionalism and composure
Ability to understand and follow verbal directives and written directions
Word processing skills
Ability to successfully complete an annual physical agilities test
Desirable:
Bilingual - English/Spanish
Supervisory/Managerial Accountability:
Direct: None
Indirect: None
Police Officer (Lateral/Academy Graduate)
Security officer job in El Cajon, CA
Additional Information For the full job description, please visit our website: Police Officer Please email ************** for a readable PDF Benefits Sheet. 01 In order to better evaluate your background, responses to this supplemental questionnaire are required in addition to your online application. The information you provide will be used to determine your eligibility to continue in the selection process. Resumes in lieu of this questionnaire will not be accepted. All work experience that is described in your response must also be included in the "Work Experience" section of your online application. In addition, copies of certifications, coursework and/or degrees must be attached to this application. I acknowledge receipt of this information.
* Yes
* No
02
Do you possess a current valid California Driver's License with a safe driving record?
* Class A
* Class B
* Class C
* No California Driver's License
03
Have you taken any college level courses in police science, administration of justice or a related field?
* Yes
* No
04
Do you possess a high school diploma, GED Certificate or a California High School Proficiency Certificate?
* Yes
* No
05
The Basic Certificate is awarded to currently full-time peace officers of a POST-participating agency who have satisfactorily completed the prerequisite Basic Course requirement and the employing agency's probationary period. Do you possess a valid California P.O.S.T. Basic Certificate or a California P.O.S.T. Basic Course Waiver Certificate? If yes, you must attach a copy of your certificate.
* Yes
* No
06
If you are currently enrolled in a Police Academy, you must attach a letter of good standing from the Academy.
* Yes
* No
07
If you are applying as a Police Academy graduate, you must attach a copy of your graduation certificate.
* Yes
* No
08
I acknowledge that I must undergo a polygraph examination, fingerprinting (DOJ/FBI), and thorough background investigation conducted by the Police Department prior to my appointment.
* Yes
* No
09
REFERRAL: Were you referred by an active City of El Cajon Employee? If yes, please write their full name. If no, please type "N/A" in the response.
10
REFERRAL: In what type of setting were you referred?
* Military Recruiting Event
* City Employee
* Recruiting Fair
* Friend
* Family Member
* Radio Advertisement
* City/PD Instagram
* City/PD Linkedin
* City/PD Facebook
* News Segment
* Community Event
* Other
11
I am applying as:
* Lateral Sworn Police Officer
* Police Academy Graduate
* Current Police Academy Student
* Out of State Lateral Police Officer
Required Question
Employer City of El Cajon
Address 200 Civic Center Way
El Cajon, California, 92020
Phone ************
Website **********************
Reserve Police Officer (Hourly) 2025-2026
Security officer job in Oceanside, CA
Under general supervision, perform a wide variety of peace officer duties involving the protection of life and property, enforcement of laws and ordinances, emergency preparedness, crime prevention and suppression, and providing information and assistance to students and the public utilizing an equity-minded and trauma-informed approach; may provide investigative or training support, as assigned; and perform related duties as assigned.
Police Temporary Assignment California Oceanside, Cardiff, and/or Carlsbad
MiraCosta College is building a pool of reserve police officers. Assignments are part-time/on call/as needed, with working hours anytime between 7 a.m. and 11 p.m., Monday through Friday, and 7 a.m. to 5 p.m. on Saturdays at any district facility.
Please note: This is a contract position.
Applications are valid through June 30, 2026, at which time they will expire. A new posting for this pool will be posted on July 1, 2026, and those still interested will need to reapply at that time.
RESIDENCY REQUIREMENT:
MiraCosta College Board Policy 7800: Employee Residency requires all classified staff, administrators, and temporary/hourly short-term employees to maintain and permanently reside in a principal place of residence in the state of California that is within two-hundred (200) road miles from the employee's regularly assigned district worksite. The purpose of the policy is to promote efficiency and continuity throughout all campus administrative functions, provide students with high quality assistance and accessibility to all academic and campus services, ensure that students receive an engaging education, and respond to emerging student needs.
The District may consider an individual request to temporarily reside outside of the State of California or outside the 200-mile limit on a case-by-case basis, not to exceed twelve consecutive months.
Police Officer (Academy Graduate)
Security officer job in Escondido, CA
Testing Dates: Physical Agility/PIQ: Saturday, February 21, 2026 Oral Interviews: Monday, March 2, 2026 If you want to join a hardworking team that shares a commitment to provide top-quality municipal services in a prime North County location, consider a career with the City of Escondido. We have an opening for the position of Police Officer (Academy Graduate) in our Police Department. For a complete listing of job duties and qualifications, please refer to the corresponding , which can be obtained from the Human Resources Department or downloaded from the City's website. Check out the Escondido Police Department here.
Under general supervision, patrols a beat or sector; enforces laws and ordinances and makes arrests; protects life and property and performs the necessary related tasks to fulfill these objectives; performs related duties as required.
The following duties are typical for this classification. Incumbents may not perform all of the listed duties and/or may be required to perform additional or different duties from those set forth below to address business needs and changing business practices.
Patrols assigned areas by car, bike, motorcycle or on foot.
Answers calls for assistance, including investigation of crimes, deaths; accidents and injuries; Conducts initial and follow-up investigations.
Enforces, controls and directs traffic when appropriate.
Stops drivers who are operating vehicles in violation of the law and enforces traffic violations; warns drivers against illegal practices.
Performs arrests for all criminal violations of law.
Testifies in court in connection with the prosecution of offenders.
Serves warrants and subpoenas.
Administers first aid in emergency cases.
Answers complaints on such problems as domestic disturbances, obnoxious animals, health code and local ordinance violations.
Investigates suspicious circumstances.
Takes custody of stolen, lost or found property and evidence.
Performs crowd control, parade or riot work.
Takes crime prevention measures and assists in controlling problems of juvenile delinquency; Performs detective work in criminal investigation and identification work.
Transports prisoners to be booked at county jail.
Furnishes information and directions to the public.
Submits complete written reports on all cases investigated.
Participates in required training courses and programs.
Supervision may be exercised over non-sworn positions.
Provides vacation and temporary relief as assigned.
QUALIFICATIONS
Knowledge of:
The principles, methods, materials, equipment, and techniques of peace officers.
Crime scene procedures.
Recent developments, current literature, and sources of information on peace officers.
State and federal statutes and case law covering contraband, drugs, and the use of physical evidence in court, the rules of criminal procedures concerning time limits, discovery, evidence, and expert witnesses.
Police Department policies, procedures, rules, regulations and unit functions.
Occupational hazards and standard safety precautions.
Office procedures, methods, and equipment including computers and applicable software applications.
Customer service principles and techniques.
English usage, spelling, grammar and punctuation.
Ability to:
Prepare clear and concise police reports.
Interpret, apply, and make decisions in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local policies, laws, and regulations.
Analyze emergency situations and adopt quick, reasonable and effective courses of action.
Respond to requests and inquiries from the general public.
Lift and move objects of moderate to heavy weight.
Maintain a calm and professional demeanor at all times.
Participate in the high level of customer service to internal and external customers.
Operate office equipment including computers and supporting word processing software applications.
Demonstrate an awareness and appreciation of the cultural diversity of the community.
Communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing.
Establish and Maintain effective working relationships with other employees, staff, vendors and the public.
Type and/or enter data at 30 net words per minute.
General Standards:
Fingerprinted and a search made of local, state and national fingerprint files to disclose any criminal record.
Not convicted of a felony by any State or Federal Government of a crime including imprisonment in a Federal or State prison.
Good moral character as determined by a polygraph examination and a thorough background investigation as prescribed in Specification #1, Personal History Statement.
Successfully complete requirements of medical and psychological evaluation.
Authorized to work in the United States.
Must not be less than 21 years of age at time of appointment.
Academy Graduate
Education/Experience:
High school graduate or equivalent. Must have graduated from a POST Certified California Police Academy within the past three years, or must currently be attending a California POST Certified Standard Length Police Academy. Must be within six months of graduation if attending an extended format academy. Per POST Commission Regulation 1008 (DOC), requalification of Regular Basic Course (RBC) training (POST Requalification Course) is required if:
Not employed in a position that requires the RBC within three years of successful course completion, or
RBC was successfully completed and there subsequently was a three year or longer break in service from a position that requires the RBC.
Written test may be waived.
License or Certificate:
Possession of a valid Class C California driver's license at time of appointment.
POST REGULATIONS
The following are requirements according to POST regulations:
SPECIFICATION #1
Personal History Statement:
This requirement supplements Section 1002 of the POST Commission Regulations. A personal history investigation must be conducted of each recruit employed pursuant to Part 4 of Title 4, Chapter 1 of the California Penal Code. The purpose of the personal history investigation is to find examples of any character traits in the applicant's life which might prevent the applicant from becoming a successful peace officer.
SPECIFICATION #2
Physical Examination:
This requirement supplements Section 1002 (b) (1) of the POST regulations. In order to render proper service to the community, California Peace Officers must be mentally alert, physically sound and free from any physical defect or mental or emotional instability which might adversely affect their performance of duty. The peace officer's safety record and the safety and lives of others may be endangered if the peace officer lacks these qualities. This shall include psychological testing to determine emotional stability.
Vision and Hearing: The hiring authority shall establish minimum standards for hearing, color vision and visual acuity. The following is required: HEARING - must pass a hearing test which will consist of a whisper test of each ear. Candidates must be able to hear and repeat the whispered word(s) at a distance of not less than 15 feet, uncorrected. COLOR VISION - must pass a color vision test which will consist of an Ishihara color plates test. Candidates must properly identify 12 color plates in the series. VISUAL ACUITY - must possess visual acuity corrected not to exceed 20/20 in each eye. It is important that officers possess good eyesight to be able to properly identify victims, suspects and for their safety and the safety of others during the course of their duty. Eyesight shall not exceed 20/100 in each eye, uncorrected.
Waiver: The hiring authority may waive visual acuity not to exceed 20/200 correctable to 20/20, based on outstanding achievements and potential to the department, and provided an examination by an ophthalmologist reports the eyes are free from disease with no indication of an accelerated progression toward further decreased visual acuity.
Porta-Clinic Examination: The majority of a police officer's duty is driving at night. This examination determines glare recovery from lights, depth perception and reaction time - all important in the safe operation of an automobile.
Performance Test - Test of Strength and Agility: During the course of an officer's duties, they are called upon at times to effectively take persons into custody who are combatant and force has to be used. If officers are not in good physical condition, they are in danger as well as others. The applicant must be in good physical condition and display strength and agility before employment. Appointees shall be required to maintain good physical condition and display strength and agility to continue their employment status with the City.
Testing Dates:
Physical Agility/PIQ: Saturday, February 21, 2026
Oral Interviews: Monday, March 2, 2026
CONTENTS OF AGILITY TEST
The physical agility examination will take each candidate approximately 1/2 hour. There are five separate events in this test, which are simulations of actual tasks that a Police Officer would be required to perform. These events are as follows:
1. OBSTACLE COURSE - This event simulates a short-distance foot pursuit such as might occur in the parking lot of an office complex. It requires you to make frequent changes in direction while running as fast as you can. You will have 25 seconds for this event.
2. BODY DRAG - This test simulates dragging someone who is physically incapacitated. The dummy, which weighs 165 pounds, must be dragged a distance of 32 feet within 28 seconds.
3. WOOD FENCE CLIMB - This event will test your ability to climb a six foot high wood wall. You are to run up to the fence, scale the fence, and continue running to the finish line. You will have 14 seconds to complete this event.
4. CHAIN FENCE CLIMB - This event will test your ability to climb a six foot high chain link fence. You are to run up to the fence, scale the fence, and continue running to the finish line. You will have 13 seconds to complete this event.
5. 500 YARD RUN - This event simulates a foot pursuit and requires that you run 500 yards without stopping. You will have 110 seconds to complete this event.
NOTE: For a complete listing of job duties and qualifications, please refer to the corresponding job description, which can be obtained from the Human Resources Department or downloaded from the City's web site. The City of Escondido is committed to a drug and alcohol free workplace. All applicants will be subject to fingerprint investigation before a conditional offer of employment is extended. A pre-employment medical examination will be conducted following a conditional offer of employment for all positions. Safety sensitive positions will include a pre-employment drug screen. Positions subject to the Department of Transportation (DOT) regulations will be subject to DOT pre-employment drug testing and random drug and alcohol testing.
SELECTION PROCEDURE
Applications will be screened and the most qualified candidates will be invited to appear for testing. All positions require the ability to read, write and speak English. Types of tests may include written and/or oral examination, physical agility, practical exam or other appropriate job-related selection process. When testing is completed, candidates will be ranked on an eligibility list in the order of their test score. Selection for appointments is made from names certified on the eligibility list.
All appointments are subject to the successful completion of background investigation including LIVESCAN fingerprinting, and will be required to submit verification of the legal right to work in the United States. Qualification by a medical examination will be required at the time of appointment. After appointment, classified employees must satisfactorily complete a probationary period to be eligible for regular status. In accordance with the Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986, all new employees must produce proof of eligibility to work in the United States within the first three days of their employment. The City of Escondido participates in E-Verify.
The Loyalty Oath will be administered to all new employees on their first day of hire. New employees hired into positions that require a driver's license must provide proof of a valid California Driver's License of the appropriate class level on their first day of employment.
Additional information regarding the essential functions and physical, environmental and communication demands of the position may be obtained from the Human Resources Department. If you require reasonable accommodation in the testing process, such as an alternate means of testing, you must contact the Human Resources Department by the final filing date to complete a Request for Reasonable Accommodation form. The provisions of this bulletin do not constitute an express or implied contract. Any provision contained in this bulletin may be modified or revoked without notice.
Note: Pursuant to California Civil Code section 1786.53, the City of Escondido shall provide to all job candidates a copy of any records of arrest, indictment, conviction, civil judicial action, tax lien or outstanding judgment which was obtained in the course of conducting an evaluation for employment, assignment, and/or promotion. A copy of this information, if received by the City, will be given to candidates within seven days of the City's receipt.
VETERANS' PREFERENCE
Eligible individuals are those who meet the following criteria:
* Served in the U.S. armed forces
* Received an honorable discharge
* Did not retire from military service
* Seeking employment with the City of Escondido for the first time.
Guard and Reserve active duty for training purposes does not qualify for veterans' preference. Proof of eligibility (copy of DD-214) must be submitted at time of application, or later if the promulgation of the eligibility list will not be delayed. Veterans' preference credit will only be applied to eligible applicants who attained a passing grade (total score exclusive of credit) on the final open examination.
ABOUT OUR CITY
The City of Escondido is a prominent agricultural, commercial hub and residential center of North San Diego County. Located a short 30-minute drive from the beach, the mountains or downtown San Diego, Escondido residents enjoy the pleasure of a rural lifestyle with all the benefits of suburban living. Escondido is a diverse, vibrant community with many amenities. The city offers attractive homes in a wide range of prices, two lakes, several parks, a sports center, golf courses, restaurants, wineries, shopping centers, a variety of art galleries, entertainment venues, and a state of the art hospital. Established in 1888, the city's rich past brings charm and stability to the community; yet integrated with Escondido's treasured heritage is a progressive future, bright and brimming with promise.
EOE The City of Escondido does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, disability, sex, age, national origin, or sexual orientation. We will attempt to reasonably accommodate applicants with disabilities upon request.
Tribal Police Officer
Security officer job in Valley Center, CA
Job Details Valley Center, CA Full Time $30.00 - $32.00 HourlyDescription
Under the general supervision of the Director of Public Safety Tribal Police, performs a variety of administrative and professional work in assuring compliance with Tribal, State and Federal Law. This is an armed position. Ensure the safety of the community and its assets of the SPBMI Reservation, and to interact with local law enforcement agencies as delegated by the Tribal Chief of Police.
Principal Duties and Responsibilities
Enforce ordinances and resolutions of the San Pasqual Band of Mission Indians Tribal Government as directed. Enforce applicable Federal statutes. Enforece all California criminal codes.
Deliver and serve legal papers as requested by the Tribal Court or Tribal Council.
Investigate alleged violations of ordinances and resolutions of the San Pasqual Band of Mission Indians Tribal Government.
Complete reports for all incidents that occur and prepare appropriate documentation for the Tribal Court System. State Court System. Federal Court system.
Report individuals in violation of ordinances and resolutions of the General Council.
Patrol 24 hours, seven days per week, with on call shifts.
Perform discretionary and sometimes policymaking functions as a Tribal Official in performing the above listed and to be assigned responsibilities.
Maintain the security and safety on and in the surrounding areas of the San Pasqual Reservation.
Perform various tasks associated with foot patrol, self-defense actions, and search activities.
Write reports and comprehend written instructions.
Use tact and diplomacy when encountering the public.
Stand for long periods of time.
Adhere to verbal instructions.
Responsible for the proper execution of assigned duties.
Other duties as assigned.
Note: Nothing in this job description restricts management's right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities for this position at any time.
Qualifications
Qualifications & Skills
REQUIRED EDUCATION / CERTIFICATIONS:
High School Diploma or GED
Valid CA. Drivers License
Completion of either a California P.O.S.T. certified basic academy or the National Indian Police Academy.
Must pass a National Security Position (SF86) background investigation and drug testing.
EXPERIENCE / QUALIFICATIONS / SKILLS
Minimum of two years of law enforcement experience, military or Tribal Public Safety experience required
Knowledge of Public Law 280 and relevant Federal laws.
Police Officer (Academy Graduate/Lateral Entry)
Security officer job in Coronado, CA
of Police Officer "To provide superior public safety services to enhance the quality of life for the community". - Police Department Mission Statement Why work for the City of Coronado? You have a meaningful career with a public agency that values its employees in a community that supports its Police Officers and the work they do to keep Coronado safe. Professionalism, Integrity, Teamwork, and Respect, are the values at the core of our agency. We utilize our philosophy of community-oriented policing to foster relationships and find solutions for problems in our community.
The Coronado Police Department offers amazing benefits and a variety of career opportunities to further enhance your skills. Specialty sworn positions include Investigations, Regional Task Forces, and the Traffic Unit. In addition, the Department is staffed by an outstanding support network of Administrative Staff, Police Service Officers, Police Dispatchers, Evidence Technicians, and Records Office Specialists. Our Police Officers protect life and property, promote and preserve peace through citizen cooperation, enforce municipal, state, and federal laws, and deliver police-related services.
The following are pay incentives that are available for those who are eligible:
* Lateral Police Officer Bonus: $20,000
* Police Academy Graduate Bonus: $10,000
* Referral Bonus of $2,000 for referring a successful lateral police officer
For full details of the eligibility requirements and bonus installments, click the following link: Police Recruitment Bonus Pilot Program
Coronado Police Officers perform general police work in the presentation of crime and the enforcement of law and order. Officers perform traffic enforcement control and carry special assignments in specialized phases of police and emergency work. Incumbents generally drive a police vehicle in carrying out duties but may be assigned to special details as needs arise. Police officers may be called upon to establish order in extreme conditions and in conditions of emergency.
The ideal candidate will be a community service-oriented individual with excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with an ability to exercise a high degree of discretion, trust, and confidence in performing skilled police work. The ideal candidate will also possess a strong ability to exercise considerable judgment and initiative to partner with the community to identify and resolve issues of concern and maintain peace, safety, and order.
Lateral Entry:
Lateral applicants must meet one of the following three requirements:
* Possession of a California Basic P.O.S.T. Certificate and have been employed as a sworn full-time Peace Officer in the state of California within two years from the date of the offer of employment;
* Successfully complete the P.O.S.T. requalification course if more than two years have passed since employed as a sworn full-time Peace Officer in the state of California;
* Out-of-state lateral applicants must possess a California P.O.S.T. Basic Course Waiver and have been employed as a sworn full-time Peace Officer within two years from the date of the offer of employment;
Academy Graduates:
Applicants must be in the final phase of an Accredited P.O.S.T. Academy at the time of application. Candidates must have successfully completed the academy and possess an Academy P.O.S.T. Certificate prior to an offer of employment.
To view the full job description, click the following link: Police Officer
Candidate Selection Process
Application Review:
Copies of any CA P.O.S.T. certificates, P.O.S.T. Waivers, or Academy Graduation Certificates MUST be attached to your application for consideration. Applications will be reviewed on the basis of relevant education, training, and experience. Applicants who meet the minimum qualifications will be required to submit a Personal History Statement (PHS) and other required forms for review.
Examination Process:
Applicants considered most qualified after the application review process will be invited to participate in the next phase of the process, which will consist of an oral panel interview (pass/fail). Candidates must obtain a score of 100% in all components of the examination in order to pass and be placed on the eligibility list.
Candidate Selection Process:
Select candidates will be subject to successful completion of a polygraph examination and a thorough law enforcement background check conducted by a licensed background investigator prior to the final interview.
Final Interview:
The final candidates will be invited to a final interview with the Chief of Police and if successful, will be issued a conditional offer subject to the successful completion of a psychological examination and a medical exam, including a drug screen.
Additional Information:
All candidates who successfully obtain a 100% in the exam process will be placed on an eligibility list for a period of at least six months. The City of Coronado participates in E-Verify, and all new employees are required to submit verification of legal right to work in the United States. The City of Coronado is an equal opportunity employer (EOE). Individuals with disabilities who will require a reasonable accommodation in order to participate in any portion of the examination process may voluntarily request the accommodation from the City five working days prior to the requested accommodation. Documentation of the need for the accommodation may be required upon receipt of the request.
The person holding this position is considered a 'mandated reporter' under the California Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Act and is required to comply with the requirements set forth in the City's Child Abuse and Neglect Training and Reporting policy as a condition of employment. A copy of the policy is provided upon request and at the time of pre-employment.
THE CORONADO COMMUNITY:
Rich in history, natural beauty, and a charming ocean village atmosphere, Coronado is most deserving of its royal "nickname" - The Crown City.
Surrounded by the Pacific Ocean, Glorietta Bay, and San Diego Bay, this picturesque seaside resort destination is linked to the Southern California coastline and the city of San Diego by the graceful and stately San Diego - Coronado Bridge, and to the south by a narrow strip of land known as the Silver Strand.
This uniquely enchanting city which measures 13.5 square miles, is home to some of the world's most pristine beaches, 18 public parks, an 18-hole golf course, tennis courts, a public pool, and recreation facilities, as well as dedicated bicycle paths.
This vibrant, thriving community welcomes more than 2 million visitors annually to soak up the sun and the sand while enjoying the lush surroundings and village appeal of Coronado. With 15 hotels, including amongst them three world-class resorts, 1,900 hotel rooms, and many highly acclaimed restaurants, this island community has a resident and Navy population of approximately 23,000 as well as a flourishing tourist population. Coronado is also home to Naval Air Station North Island, Coronado (NASNI) Naval Amphibious Base Coronado (NAB), and Silver Strand Training Complex, Coronado, supported by nearly 20,000 military and civilian personnel.
WHAT CORONADO HAS TO OFFER:
* A rich benefit package contributes to the total compensation value. Benefits include voluntary retirement savings/deferred compensation, tuition reimbursement, group term life and short-term and long-term disability coverage, an employee assistance program, and more.
* The Retirement Benefit Formula for Classic CalPERS hired prior to January 1, 2013, is Members is 3% at 50. The current employee contribution rate is 10.5%.
* The Retirement Benefit Formula for PEPRA CalPERS Members, hired after January 1, 2013, is 2.7% at 57. The current employee contribution rate is 13%.
* The City provides Term Life and Accidental Death & Dismemberment (AD&D) insurance in an amount equal to a one-time annual salary or $50,000, whichever is greater, at no cost to the employee.
* The City provides short- and long-term disability insurance equal to 66 2/3% of income. Employees that earn over the maximum benefit of $5,000/month available under the long-term disability plan, have the option to purchase enhanced long-term disability insurance.
* Valuable experience and engaged leadership in a supportive community environment.
* Education incentive is cumulative. P.O.S.T. certification incentive pay is available to Police Officers; Intermediate P.O.S.T. - 5% of base pay; Advanced P.O.S.T - 5% of base pay.
* $2000 Tuition Reimbursement and $1200 of Uniform allowance.
* Access to community pool and gym.
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Police Officer (Lateral/P.O.S.T. Certified)
Security officer job in San Diego, CA
The Police Officer is a sworn officer responsible for ensuring the protection and safety of California State University (CSU) students, faculty, staff, property, and visitors. Incumbents must successfully complete a certified Peace Officer Standards and Training (P.O.S.T.) program and are licensed to carry firearms. Police Officers perform a broad range of law enforcement and public safety duties, including patrolling campus, maintaining order, protecting individuals and property, conducting investigations, gathering evidence, making arrests, and preparing detailed reports. Officers may also be assigned specialized duties to address the unique public safety needs of the campus community.
Responsibilities:
Patrol campus areas to ensure the safety of students, employees, and visitors.
Enforce federal, state, and local laws, as well as campus regulations.
Maintain order and provide crowd control during campus events.
Protect life and property through proactive policing and timely response to incidents.
Conduct investigations, collect and preserve evidence, and prepare clear, accurate reports.
Make arrests and safely manage sensitive or potentially dangerous situations with sound judgment.
Build and maintain effective working relationships with students, staff, faculty, community members, and partner agencies.
Carry out specialized assignments such as range instruction, canine handling, field training, defensive tactics instruction, bicycle or motorcycle patrol, evidence collection, or participation in critical response teams.
Why Join Us:
Serve in a role with a direct impact on the safety and well-being of a vibrant campus community.
Gain diverse law enforcement experience in patrol, investigations, and specialized assignments.
Work alongside a dedicated team committed to professional growth, service, and community engagement.
Receive comprehensive training and support to meet the physical, mental, and professional demands of the job.
Contribute to a safe learning and working environment where students, faculty, staff, and the public can thrive.
Position Information
Full-time, benefits eligible, permanent/probationary position.
Position is designated non-exempt under FLSA and is eligible for overtime compensation.
Standard SDSU Police Department work hours follow a 24/7 operational schedule, with officers assigned to varying shifts based on operational needs.
The individual hired into this role will work on campus at SDSU in San Diego.
Department Summary
Safety and security is coordinated by University Police, through a force of 40 sworn police officers and 57 non-sworn support employees. Our police officers are graduates of a California Peace Officers Standards Training Academy with full arrest powers throughout the state. They undergo continued training to upgrade their skills as well as first aid and CPR requirements.
University Police officers are armed. They conduct foot, vehicular and bicycle patrols on campus and in the adjacent community 24 hours a day, year-round. Officers are responsible for reporting and investigating crimes and traffic accidents, enforcing state laws and local ordinances, responding to medical emergencies and all other incidents requiring police assistance.
The Division of Business and Financial Affairs (BFA) celebrates diverse backgrounds and perspectives. We understand representation is essential to our success, which is why we strive to recruit and retain highly-skilled, compassionate leaders. By prioritizing listening and learning, engaging in critical conversations, and thoughtfully considering the needs of our different populations, we are creating a culture of belonging. As a division, we aim to offer opportunities for advancement and foster an inclusive environment, so all are valued and empowered to thrive.
For more information regarding the University Police, click here.
Education and Experience
This classification is reserved for entry-level sworn officers who have graduated from a certified P.O.S.T. academy and obtained the Basic Course Certificate. Duties at this level require a working knowledge of law enforcement methods and procedures, criminal codes and laws, and investigating techniques and procedures. The Police Officer performs general patrol and operational police duties and may assist in investigations or as a member on special teams or task forces. Incumbents may receive specialized on-the-job training to perform these specialized functions.
Key Qualifications
Graduation from a certified P.O.S.T. academy
Working knowledge of current law enforcement methods and procedures
Working knowledge of current criminal codes and laws
Effective interpersonal skills to resolve a wide variety of sensitive situations
Effective oral and written communication skills, including writing clear and comprehensive reports
Demonstrated ability to think and act effectively in emergency and sensitive situations
Licenses/Certifications Required
Possess a valid Class C California Driver's License.
Basic POST Certificate required.
For new San Diego State University Police Officers, employment is contingent upon successful completion of the hiring process including medical and psychological examination, a thorough background investigation including a DOJ fingerprint check and pre-employment drug testing.
Compensation and Benefits
San Diego State University offers competitive compensation and a comprehensive benefits package designed to support your well-being and professional growth.
Compensation:
Step placement will be determined based on relevant qualifications and professional experience, in alignment with the department's budget and equity guidelines.
Initial step placement is not expected to exceed Step 22 ($9,468) for highly qualified candidates.
CSU Classification Salary Range: $6,418 - $9,468 per month (Step 5 - Step 22).
Full Benefits Package Includes:
Generous Time Off: 15 paid holidays, vacation, and sick leave.
Retirement: CalPERS pension plan with retiree healthcare, and reciprocal agreements with other California public retirement systems, including the UC.
Health Coverage: Medical, dental, and vision options at low or no cost.
Education Support: CSU tuition fee waiver for employees and eligible dependents.
Optional Offerings: FlexCash, life and disability insurance, legal and pet plans.
Campus & Community: Access to the library, campus events, employee groups, and volunteer and social activities.
Our benefits are a significant part of total compensation. Learn more at the SDSU Benefits Overview.
SDSU Values
At SDSU, our diversity gives us power and benefits every single member of our community. Consistent with California law and federal civil rights laws, SDSU provides equal opportunity for all in education and employment. We encourage all members of our community to purposefully learn from one another through open and respectful dialogue and responsible engagement. We strongly preserve the right to free expression and encourage difficult conversations that help lead to improved individual and community learning and cohesion.
Principles of Community
At San Diego State University, we are a community of diverse individuals who have and represent many perspectives, beliefs, and identities. This diversity lends our community strength, and we commit to creating and sustaining an inclusive and intellectually vibrant environment that benefits all members of our university.
SDSU's Principles of Community is an aspirational statement that is intended to evolve over time. The statement reflects the ideals we are encouraged to uphold in our interactions with one another.
Equal Opportunity and Excellence in Education and Employment
All university programs and activities are open and available to all regardless of race, sex, color, ethnicity or national origin. Consistent with California law and federal civil rights laws, San Diego State University (SDSU) provides equal opportunity in education and employment without unlawful discrimination or preferential treatment based on race, sex, color, ethnicity, or national origin. Our commitment to equal opportunity means ensuring that every student and employee has access to the resources and support they need to thrive and succeed in a university environment and in their communities. SDSU complies with Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act, the California Equity in Higher Education Act, California's Proposition 209 (Art. I, Section 31 of the California Constitution), other applicable state and federal anti-discrimination laws, and CSU's Nondiscrimination Policy. We prohibit discriminatory preferential treatment, segregation based on race or any other protected status, and all forms of discrimination, harassment, and retaliation in all university programs, policies, and practices.
SDSU is a diverse community of individuals who represent many perspectives, beliefs and identities, committed to fostering an inclusive, respectful, and intellectually vibrant environment. We cultivate a culture of open dialogue, mutual respect, and belonging to support educational excellence and student success. Through academic programs, student organizations and activities, faculty initiatives, and community partnerships, we encourage meaningful engagement with diverse perspectives. As a higher education institution, we are dedicated to advancing knowledge and empowering individuals to reach their full potential by prioritizing inclusive curriculum development, faculty and staff training, student mentorship, and comprehensive support programs. At SDSU, excellence is built on merit, talent, diversity, accessibility, and equal opportunity for all.
Supplemental Information
Applications will be reviewed on an as needed basis.
The person holding this position is considered a ‘mandated reporter' under the California Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Act and is required to comply with the requirements set forth in CSU Executive Order 1083 as a condition of employment.
San Diego State University is not a sponsoring agency for staff or management positions (e.g., H-1B visa). Applicants must currently be authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis. Offers of employment are contingent upon the presentation of documents that demonstrate a person's identity and authorization to work in the United States, which are consistent with the provisions of the Immigration Reform and Control Act.
A background check (including a criminal records check) must be completed satisfactorily and is required for employment. SDSU will make a conditional offer of employment, which may be rescinded if the background check reveals disqualifying information, and/or it is discovered that the candidate knowingly withheld or falsified information. Failure to satisfactorily complete the background check may affect the continued employment of a current SDSU employee who was conditionally offered the position.
SDSU is a smoke-free campus. For more information, please click here.
Reasonable accommodations will be provided for qualified applicants with disabilities who request an accommodation by contacting Michelle Puentes at ******************.
Police Officer I
Security officer job in San Diego, CA
JOB INFORMATION
JOIN THE SDPD TEAM TODAY!!! See NOTE(S) below for future wage increases and/or additional compensation opportunities. Please read through the entire bulletin for important information. Do you have a strong dedication to public service? If you do, a career with the San Diego Police Department may be for you!
A career with the San Diego Police Department offers excitement, rapid growth opportunities, work-life-balance, and the chance to make a positive impact in your community. As one of the nation's leaders in Community Oriented Policing, we strongly value the partnerships we have built with the diverse communities of San Diego and are looking for Officers that will uphold that tradition. Throughout your career with SDPD, you'll have the chance to follow many paths in over 70 different positions, including: Detective, SWAT, New Technologies, K9 Handler, Beach Patrol and Motor Officer, among others. SDPD offers a competitive base salary, great benefits, and many additional pay opportunities.
The following skills and desirable attributes exemplify what we look for in a Police Officer I: Integrity; leadership skills; excellent judgment under pressure; ability to maintain sufficient level of fitness to safely perform as a law enforcement professional; the ability to be aware of, control, and express emotions appropriately, and to handle interpersonal relationships judiciously and empathetically; ability to maintain confidence in uncertain situations; excellent judgment and ability to act under pressure; ability to thrive in diverse populations.
A San Diego Police Officer:
Contributes to the team effort of maintaining a presence in the community that helps to deter crime and provide support to citizens
Collaborates in building strong relationships with community members, upholding best practices of Community Oriented Policing
Acts as a police presence at major public events to ensure public safety
Identifies potential criminal activity or other hazardous situations and takes proper actions to protect citizens and property
Helps to secure crime scenes and process evidence
Responds to calls for service; Observes violations; makes arrests and citations when necessary
Conducts criminal investigations by gathering evidence and interviewing victims and witnesses
Documents observations and actions by radioing information; completing reports
Fulfills court orders by testifying in court regarding criminal investigations and citations
Maintains safe traffic conditions by monitoring and directing traffic; enforces laws and ordinances; investigates collisions; reports unsafe streets and facilities
Police officer I is not an entry-level position. If you have not graduated from a California P.O.S.T. academy or do not have prior peace officer experience within the last one year, you must apply for Police Officer (Recruit Level).
Police Officer I positions are designed for recent California P.O.S.T. approved Police Academy graduates and persons that possess current California Basic P.O.S.T. certificates. Police Officer I positions work under immediate supervision in a training program to perform increasingly responsible law enforcement and crime prevention duties; respond to emergency calls for police assistance; patrol an assigned area to enforce laws; investigate suspicious conditions, traffic accidents, and complaints; make arrests; question witnesses and suspects; issue citations; prepare evidence and testify in court; fingerprint, photograph, book, supervise, and transport prisoners; report unsafe or hazardous conditions; answer inquiries from the public; and perform other duties as assigned.
NOTES:
Employees in job classifications represented by the San Diego Police Officers Association (SDPOA) are scheduled to receive a 5% general wage increase effective 7/1/23.
Eligible benefitted employees originally hired on or after July 10, 2021, will be automatically enrolled in the San Diego City Employees Retirement System (SDCERS).
Police Officer I employees must complete the Regional Academy Training and receive a Basic P.O.S.T. Certificate within ONE year of hire.
Police Officer I employees may work a 4 day/10-hour, rotating shift work schedule, depending on assignment.
After one year, Police Officer I employees receive a $900 annual uniform allowance.
Bilingual pay (3.5% of base pay) is provided to qualified officers, if skills are required.
Additional add on pays may be available if you meet the requirements.
Initially, Police Officer I employees may either be assigned to the Field Training Program right away or they may be required to attend the Regional Police Academy.
State Standards:
In accordance with P.O.S.T Standards, candidates must be free of any felony convictions. Candidates will be screened by the San Diego Police Department and are subject to immediate disqualification if any of the following are found during the background investigative process: domestic violence conviction(s), or if you are a registered sex offender; for additional information refer to the following link: P.O.S.T. Disqualifiers (Download PDF reader).
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS
You must meet the following requirements on the date you apply, unless otherwise indicated.
AGE: 21 years of age at time of hire.
CITIZENSHIP: Be legally authorized to work in the United States under federal law.
NOTE:
Candidates screened by the San Diego Police Department must present proof of legal right to work in the United States when they submit their Background Investigation Questionnaire.
EDUCATION: You must meet ONE of the following options:
Graduation from a High School located within the United States or a United States territory.
Passage of the California High School Proficiency Examination (C.H.S.P.E.) or General Education Development (G.E.D.) with scores that meet the California standard established by the American Council on Education.
Possession of a two or four-year degree from an accredited college or university. (Accreditation must be from an institutional accrediting body which has been recognized by the Council on Postsecondary Accreditation.)
NOTE:
Candidates screened by the Police Department must present proof of education when they submit their Background Investigation Questionnaire.
POST CERTIFICATE/EXPERIENCE: You must meet ONE of the following options:
Graduation from a California P.O.S.T. approved Police Academy with a Basic Peace Officers Course Certificate dated within the last one year.
Possession of a California Basic P.O.S.T. Certificate dated within the last one year.
Possession of a California P.O.S.T. Basic Course Waiver letter dated within the last one year.
Full-time employment as a paid sworn Peace Officer with a city Police, county sheriff, state or federal law enforcement agency performing correction duties, patrol functions, or traffic enforcement WITHIN THE LAST ONE YEAR. Time served in a training capacity as a recruit/trainee as part of the Police Academy does NOT qualify for the experience requirement. Applicants meeting the experience requirement as specified above who lack the California P.O.S.T. Certificate may apply. If hired, attendance at a PAID Regional San Diego Police Academy is required to satisfy California state certification requirements. This certification is necessary to work as a Police Officer for the City of San Diego.
NOTES:
Applicants currently attending a California P.O.S.T. certified standard length Police Academy or extended format Police Academy may apply. You must be within six months of graduation and provide a letter of good standing from your Training Officer.
Applicants with certificates over one year old may qualify if they also submit a P.O.S.T. requalification certificate dated within the last one year; Or apply for Police Officer (Recruit Level) and waive the written test.
Applicants who do not meet the California P.O.S.T. certificate or experience requirement as specified above may apply for Police Officer (Recruit Level).
LICENSE: A valid California Class C Driver License is required at the time of hire.
REQUIRED DOCUMENTS (MUST SUBMIT WITH APPLICATION):
California Basic Peace Officers Course Certificate, if utilized to meet the minimum requirements.
California Basic P.O.S.T. Certificate, if utilized to meet the minimum requirements.
California Basic P.O.S.T. Requalification Certificate, if utilized to meet the minimum requirements.
California P.O.S.T. Basic Course Waiver letter, if utilized to meet the minimum requirements.
Proof of enrollment in a California P.O.S.T. approved Police Academy, if utilized to meet the minimum requirements. NOTE: On letter head, confirming enrollment, graduation date and the applicant's good standing in the class.
Required documents should be attached electronically to your application. If you are unable to attach at the time of application submittal, you must submit them as soon as possible via fax: **************; or to the Employment Information Center: City of San Diego Personnel Department, 1200 Third Avenue - Suite 300, San Diego, CA 92101. Include your name and the title of the position for which you are applying.
SCREENING PROCESS
The screening process will consist of the following components:
1. APPLICATION REVIEW: Please ensure all information is complete and accurate as the responses you provide on the supplemental questions will be reviewed using an automated evaluation system. If you are successful in this initial screening process, your application will be reviewed for applicable education, experience, and/or training to ensure all minimum requirements have been met.
2. PERFORMANCE TEST: The performance test is pass/fail examination which consists of 5 different events based on the California P.O.S.T. Work Sample Test Battery and measures a variety of physical abilities necessary in police work. The test requires candidates to: a. Complete a 99 yard Obstacle Course consisting of several sharp turns, a number of curb height obstacles, and a 34 inch high obstacle that must be vaulted; b. Jump, step and/or climb over 6-foot fence(s); c. Partially lift and drag a 150 pound "simulated victim"; and d. Complete a 500 yard run. Test information will be given to candidates prior to their scheduled test date.
3. PERFORMANCE TEST WAIVER: You may be eligible to waive the performance test if one of the following applies to you:
You are currently employed as a Police Officer (Recruit Level) with the San Diego Police Department.
You have been employed, WITHIN THE LAST YEAR, as a full-time Peace Officer AND possess a California Basic Peace Officers Course Certificate; OR California Basic P.O.S.T. Certificate; OR California Basic P.O.S.T. Requalification Certificate; OR California P.O.S.T. Basic Course Waiver letter dated within the last ONE (1) year.
You have passed the Performance test within the last TWO (2) years.
If your application and request for a waiver is approved, you will bypass this step and be placed on the eligible list. NOTE: Requests for waivers will be considered on a case-by-case basis based on your responses to the supplemental questions on your application.
Candidates who pass the performance test (or are approved for a waiver) will be placed on a list which will be used to fill position vacancies during the next one year. For each vacancy, only those candidates with the most appropriate qualifications will be contacted by the hiring department for an interview.
SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION
Individuals who are placed on the eligible list and are being evaluated by the Police Department for employment, must successfully pass the following prior to hire:
FIREARM PROFICIENCY TEST: This pass/fail test is conducted with a Police Department approved handgun and involves firing at a silhouette target from 3, 7, 10, and 15 yard lines with both strong and weak hands. A minimum score of 255 out of 300 or 85% is required to pass.
VISION/HEARING REQUIREMENTS: Vision requirements vary depending upon the corrective measures utilized.
1. If you wear eyeglasses or hard (non-orthokeratology) contact lenses, your uncorrected vision may be no worse than 20/70 both eyes together. Uncorrected vision worse than 20/20, but not worse than 20/70, must be corrected to 20/20 both eyes together.
NOTE:
Hard contact lenses also include semi-soft, semi-rigid, semi-permeable, gas permeable, and similar lenses.
2. If you wear soft contact lenses and your vision is corrected to 20/20 both eyes together, there is no minimum uncorrected visual acuity requirement.
To qualify under this provision, you will be asked to present satisfactory medical evidence from your private optometrist or ophthalmologist documenting that you have been a successful wearer of soft contact lenses for six months prior to the medical examination given by the City of San Diego. Such documentation must also indicate if you have any medical contraindications to wearing soft contact lenses. We will request this information from you following the medical examination given by the City.
You will also be required, as a condition of your employment, to sign a pre-employment agreement obligating you to wear soft contact lenses at all times while on duty, except when otherwise authorized by the San Diego Police Department. Your use of soft contact lenses will be subject to verification by the City of San Diego and to such medical eye examinations as necessary in the judgment of the City.
3. (a) If you have undergone any type of refractive vision surgery (or "touch up" surgery) such as Laser-Assisted In Situ Keratomileusis (LASIK), radial keratotomy (RK) or photorefractive keratectomy (PRK) prior to being medically considered for a Police Officer (Recruit Level) or Police Officer position, you must be substantially free of vision problems including, but not limited to: impaired vision at night or under dim lighting conditions; sensitivity to glare; starbursts experienced around light sources such as street lights or headlights; hazing or blurring of vision; eye irritation and pain; progressive regression of visual acuity; and/or daily changes in visual acuity. Your vision must be 20/20 both eyes together. If it is not, it must be corrected in accordance with the requirements in No. 1 or 2 above.
To qualify under this provision, you will be asked to submit the results of a recent eye examination from your private ophthalmologist documenting the status of your vision. We will request this information from you following the medical examination given by the City.
(b) If you have undergone any type of refractive vision surgery (or "touch up" surgery) within six months of being medically considered for a Police Officer (Recruit Level) or Police Officer position, you may be hired on a "conditional" basis.
To qualify under this provision, you must successfully complete a City provided vision examination prior to hire until and six months from the date of your last vision surgery or "touch up" surgery. You must be substantially free of the vision problems outlined in paragraph 3 (a) above. Your vision must be 20/20 both eyes together. If it is not, it must be corrected in accordance with the requirements in No. 1 or 2 above.
4. In all cases, you need to have binocular vision (vision in both eyes), normal visual fields, normal binocular fusion, and freedom from other visual conditions that would interfere with your ability to perform the full range of duties of a Police Officer (Recruit Level) or Police Officer with the San Diego Police Department.
5. In all cases, you need an acceptable level of color vision. This is determined at the time of the medical examination given by the City using standardized color vision tests.
For hearing requirements, the City of San Diego uses the California Peace Officer Standards and Training Commission's guidelines for Police Officer (Recruit Level) applicants. These guidelines require pure tone threshold testing for each ear separately at 500, 1000, 2000, 3000, 4000, and 6000 Hz. For acoustical reasons, audiograms must be done without hearing aids in place.
An additional examination by a medical specialist will be required if the screening audiogram is considered "abnormal" or there is a history of ear-related symptoms. In general, an audiogram is considered to be abnormal if thresholds exceed 25 dB. In these cases, the examining physician must determine 1) whether the hearing loss is functionally relevant to the safe performance of patrol duties, and 2) whether the candidate needs to be evaluated by a hearing specialist to assess treatment options and/or prognosis.
Candidates with hearing aids: Candidates who wish to be tested with their hearing aids will be administered a test to assess speech comprehension ability in noise and quiet. Both tests will be administered by sound field methods rather than headphones. An aided audiogram will be reviewed to evaluate sound detection ability.
Prior to testing, the candidate must attest that he/she has worn the aids regularly for at least one month. In addition, all records from the audiologist who dispensed the hearing aids must be provided, including documentation of the fitting program and other hearing aid settings, which are used on a regular basis by the individual.
As a condition of employment, candidates who wear hearing aids will be required to sign a pre-employment agreement obligating them to wear their hearing aids when assigned to field duty or other hearing critical tasks.
NOTE:
Any evaluation by a hearing specialist, including additional audiogram testing, will be at the applicant's expense.
PRE-EMPLOYMENT REQUIREMENTS: Employment offers are conditional pending the results of all screening processes that are applicable to this position, which may include the following: confirmation of citizenship or legal right to work in the United States; completion of a pre-employment medical review and exam (which may include drug and alcohol testing); reference checks; and fingerprinting. Fingerprints will be submitted to the Federal Bureau of Investigation and the California Department of Justice for a conviction record report. Certain positions may require additional screening processes, which may include a polygraph examination and/or background investigation. All of these processes must be successfully completed before employment begins. A positive test for alcohol or illegal drugs, including marijuana, or inadequately explained prescription drugs, or misrepresentation, falsification, or omission of pertinent facts in any step of the screening or selection process, may be cause for disqualification or termination of employment. Nothing in this job posting constitutes an express or implied contract for employment with the City of San Diego. Candidates must notify the Personnel Department of any change in their name, mailing address, email address, or phone number, otherwise they may miss employment opportunities.
Police Officer II
Security officer job in San Diego, CA
A San Diego Police Officer:
Contributes to the team effort of maintaining a presence in the community that helps to deter crime and provide support to citizens
Collaborates in building strong relationships with community members, upholding best practices of Community Oriented Policing
Acts as a police presence at major public events to ensure public safety
Identifies potential criminal activity or other hazardous situations and takes proper actions to protect citizens and property
Helps to secure crime scenes and process evidence
Responds to calls for service; Observes violations; makes arrests and citations when necessary
Conducts criminal investigations by gathering evidence and interviewing victims and witnesses
Documents observations and actions by radioing information; completing reports
Fulfills court orders by testifying in court regarding criminal investigations and citations
Maintains safe traffic conditions by monitoring and directing traffic; enforces laws and ordinances; investigates collisions; reports unsafe streets and facilities
Police Officer II positions work under general supervision to patrol an assigned area in the enforcement of law and order and prevention of crime; respond to emergencies as directed by radio and telephone; investigate unusual or suspicious conditions, traffic accidents, and complaints; make arrests, guard prisoners, and question witnesses and suspects; issue citations; prepare evidence and testify in court; fingerprint, photograph, book, supervise, and transport prisoners; prepare reports on investigations, offenses, arrests and activities; serve criminal and civil papers; answer inquiries from the public; and perform other duties as assigned.
NOTES:
Eligible benefitted employees originally hired on or after July 10, 2021, will be automatically enrolled in the San Diego City Employees Retirement System (SDCERS).
Police Officer II employees must complete the Regional Academy Training and receive a Basic P.O.S.T. Certificate within ONE year of hire.
Police Officer II employees may work a 4 day/10-hour, rotating shift work schedule, depending on assignment.
After one year, Police Officer II employees receive a $900 annual uniform allowance.
Bilingual pay (3.5% of base pay) is provided to qualified officers, if skills are required.
Additional add on pays may be available if you meet the requirements.
Initially, Police Officer II employees will be assigned to the Patrol Division.
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS
You must meet the following requirements on the date you apply, unless otherwise indicated.
AGE: 21 years of age at time of hire.
CITIZENSHIP: Be legally authorized to work in the United States under federal law.
NOTE:
Candidates screened by the San Diego Police Department must present proof of legal right to work in the United States when they submit their Background Investigation Questionnaire.
EXPERIENCE: Two years of full-time paid experience as a sworn peace officer with a city police, county sheriff, state or federal law enforcement agency performing correction duties, patrol functions, or traffic enforcement. Experience must include service with a law enforcement agency WITHIN THE LAST ONE YEAR. Time served in a training capacity as a recruit/trainee as part of a Police Academy does NOT qualify for the experience requirement.
EDUCATION: You must also meet ONE of the following options:
Graduation from a High School located within the United States or a United States territory AND successful completion of a minimum of 30 semester/45 quarter college-level units.
Passage of the California High School Proficiency Examination (C.H.S.P.E.) or General Education Development (G.E.D.) with scores that meet the California standard established by the American Council on Education AND successful completion of a minimum of 30 semester/45 quarter college-level units.
Possession of a two or four-year degree from an accredited college or university located within the United States or a United States territory. (Accreditation must be from an institutional accrediting body which has been recognized by the Council on Postsecondary Accreditation).
NOTES:
Applicants who lack the required college-level units may substitute additional qualifying experience for some or all of the education lacked, according to the following formula:2.5 semester/3.75 quarter college units = 1 month of experience.
Candidates screened by the Police Department must present proof of education when they submit their Background Investigation Questionnaire.
POST CERTIFICATE: You must meet ONE of the following options:
Graduation from a California P.O.S.T. approved Police Academy with a Basic Peace Officers Course Certificate.
Possession of a California Basic P.O.S.T. Certificate.
Possession of a California P.O.S.T. Basic Course Waiver letter dated within the last one year.
LICENSE: A valid California Class C Driver License is required at the time of hire.
REQUIRED DOCUMENTS (MUST SUBMIT WITH APPLICATION):
California Basic Peace Officers Course Certificate, if utilized to meet the minimum requirements.
California Basic P.O.S.T. Certificate, if utilized to meet the minimum requirements.
California P.O.S.T. Basic Course Waiver letter, if utilized to meet the minimum requirements. The letter needs to be dated within the last year.
Reserve Police Officer (Hourly) 2025-2026
Security officer job in Carlsbad, CA
Under general supervision, perform a wide variety of peace officer duties involving the protection of life and property, enforcement of laws and ordinances, emergency preparedness, crime prevention and suppression, and providing information and assistance to students and the public utilizing an equity-minded and trauma-informed approach; may provide investigative or training support, as assigned; and perform related duties as assigned.
Police Temporary Assignment California Oceanside, Cardiff, and/or Carlsbad
MiraCosta College is building a pool of reserve police officers. Assignments are part-time/on call/as needed, with working hours anytime between 7 a.m. and 11 p.m., Monday through Friday, and 7 a.m. to 5 p.m. on Saturdays at any district facility.
Please note: This is a contract position.
Applications are valid through June 30, 2026, at which time they will expire. A new posting for this pool will be posted on July 1, 2026, and those still interested will need to reapply at that time.
RESIDENCY REQUIREMENT:
MiraCosta College Board Policy 7800: Employee Residency requires all classified staff, administrators, and temporary/hourly short-term employees to maintain and permanently reside in a principal place of residence in the state of California that is within two-hundred (200) road miles from the employee's regularly assigned district worksite. The purpose of the policy is to promote efficiency and continuity throughout all campus administrative functions, provide students with high quality assistance and accessibility to all academic and campus services, ensure that students receive an engaging education, and respond to emerging student needs.
The District may consider an individual request to temporarily reside outside of the State of California or outside the 200-mile limit on a case-by-case basis, not to exceed twelve consecutive months.
Experienced Police Officer (Lateral)
Security officer job in Escondido, CA
Testing Dates: Physical Agility/PIQ: Saturday, February 21, 2026 Oral Interviews: Monday, March 2, 2026 If you want to join a hardworking team that shares a commitment to provide top-quality municipal services in a prime North County location, consider a career with the City of Escondido. We have an opening for the position of an Experienced Police Officer (Lateral) in our Police Department. For a complete listing of job duties and qualifications, please refer to the corresponding , which can be obtained from the Human Resources Department or downloaded from the City's website. Check out the Escondido Police Department here.
Under general supervision, patrols a beat or sector; enforces laws and ordinances and makes arrests; protects life and property and performs the necessary related tasks to fulfill these objectives; performs related duties as required.
The following duties are typical for this classification. Incumbents may not perform all of the listed duties and/or may be required to perform additional or different duties from those set forth below to address business needs and changing business practices.
Patrols assigned areas by car, bike, motorcycle or on foot.
Answers calls for assistance, including investigation of crimes, deaths; accidents and injuries; Conducts initial and follow-up investigations.
Enforces, controls and directs traffic when appropriate.
Stops drivers who are operating vehicles in violation of the law and enforces traffic violations; warns drivers against illegal practices.
Performs arrests for all criminal violations of law.
Testifies in court in connection with the prosecution of offenders.
Serves warrants and subpoenas.
Administers first aid in emergency cases.
Answers complaints on such problems as domestic disturbances, obnoxious animals, health code and local ordinance violations.
Investigates suspicious circumstances.
Takes custody of stolen, lost or found property and evidence.
Performs crowd control, parade or riot work.
Takes crime prevention measures and assists in controlling problems of juvenile delinquency; Performs detective work in criminal investigation and identification work.
Transports prisoners to be booked at county jail.
Furnishes information and directions to the public.
Submits complete written reports on all cases investigated.
Participates in required training courses and programs.
Supervision may be exercised over non-sworn positions.
Provides vacation and temporary relief as assigned.
QUALIFICATIONS
Knowledge of:
The principles, methods, materials, equipment, and techniques of peace officers.
Crime scene procedures.
Recent developments, current literature, and sources of information on peace officers.
State and federal statutes and case law covering contraband, drugs, and the use of physical evidence in court, the rules of criminal procedures concerning time limits, discovery, evidence, and expert witnesses.
Police Department policies, procedures, rules, regulations and unit functions.
Occupational hazards and standard safety precautions.
Office procedures, methods, and equipment including computers and applicable software applications.
Customer service principles and techniques.
English usage, spelling, grammar and punctuation.
Ability to:
Prepare clear and concise police reports.
Interpret, apply, and make decisions in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local policies, laws, and regulations.
Analyze emergency situations and adopt quick, reasonable and effective courses of action.
Respond to requests and inquiries from the general public.
Lift and move objects of moderate to heavy weight.
Maintain a calm and professional demeanor at all times.
Participate in the high level of customer service to internal and external customers.
Operate office equipment including computers and supporting word processing software applications.
Demonstrate an awareness and appreciation of the cultural diversity of the community.
Communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing.
Establish and Maintain effective working relationships with other employees, staff, vendors and the public.
Type and/or enter data at 30 net words per minute.
General Standards:
Fingerprinted and a search made of local, state and national fingerprint files to disclose any criminal record.
Not convicted of a felony by any State or Federal Government of a crime including imprisonment in a Federal or State prison.
Good moral character as determined by a polygraph examination and a thorough background investigation as prescribed in Specification #1, Personal History Statement.
Successfully complete requirements of medical and psychological evaluation.
Authorized to work in the United States.
Must not be less than 21 years of age at time of appointment.
Lateral Entry
Education/Experience:
High school graduate or equivalent. Must have one year (full-time equivalent) of experience with a California Enforcement Department and possess a Basic POST Certificate. Per POST Commission Regulation 1008 (DOC), requalification of Regular Basic Course (RBC) training (POST Requalification Course) is required if:
Not employed in a position that requires the RBC within three years of successful course completion, or
RBC was successfully completed and there subsequently was a three year or longer break in service from a position that requires the RBC.
The three year period will be determined from last date of employment as a California Peace Officer, or from date of last completion of a basic course, or from date of last issuance of a basic course waiver by POST, whichever date is most recent.
Written test may be waived.
License or Certificate:
Possession of a valid Class C California driver's license at time of appointment.
POST REGULATIONS
The following are requirements according to POST regulations:
SPECIFICATION #1
Personal History Statement:
This requirement supplements Section 1002 of the POST Commission Regulations. A personal history investigation must be conducted of each recruit employed pursuant to Part 4 of Title 4, Chapter 1 of the California Penal Code. The purpose of the personal history investigation is to find examples of any character traits in the applicant's life which might prevent the applicant from becoming a successful peace officer.
SPECIFICATION #2
Physical Examination:
This requirement supplements Section 1002 (b) (1) of the POST regulations. In order to render proper service to the community, California Peace Officers must be mentally alert, physically sound and free from any physical defect or mental or emotional instability which might adversely affect their performance of duty. The peace officer's safety record and the safety and lives of others may be endangered if the peace officer lacks these qualities. This shall include psychological testing to determine emotional stability.
Vision and Hearing: The hiring authority shall establish minimum standards for hearing, color vision and visual acuity. The following is required: HEARING - must pass a hearing test which will consist of a whisper test of each ear. Candidates must be able to hear and repeat the whispered word(s) at a distance of not less than 15 feet, uncorrected. COLOR VISION - must pass a color vision test which will consist of an Ishihara color plates test. Candidates must properly identify 12 color plates in the series. VISUAL ACUITY - must possess visual acuity corrected not to exceed 20/20 in each eye. It is important that officers possess good eyesight to be able to properly identify victims, suspects and for their safety and the safety of others during the course of their duty. Eyesight shall not exceed 20/100 in each eye, uncorrected.
Waiver: The hiring authority may waive visual acuity not to exceed 20/200 correctable to 20/20, based on outstanding achievements and potential to the department, and provided an examination by an ophthalmologist reports the eyes are free from disease with no indication of an accelerated progression toward further decreased visual acuity.
Porta-Clinic Examination: The majority of a police officer's duty is driving at night. This examination determines glare recovery from lights, depth perception and reaction time - all important in the safe operation of an automobile.
Performance Test - Test of Strength and Agility: During the course of an officer's duties, they are called upon at times to effectively take persons into custody who are combatant and force has to be used. If officers are not in good physical condition, they are in danger as well as others. The applicant must be in good physical condition and display strength and agility before employment. Appointees shall be required to maintain good physical condition and display strength and agility to continue their employment status with the City.
Testing Dates:
Physical Agility/PIQ: Saturday, February 21, 2026
Oral Interviews: Monday, March 2, 2026
CONTENTS OF AGILITY TEST
The physical agility examination will take each candidate approximately 1/2 hour. There are five separate events in this test, which are simulations of actual tasks that a Police Officer would be required to perform. These events are as follows:
1. OBSTACLE COURSE - This event simulates a short-distance foot pursuit such as might occur in the parking lot of an office complex. It requires you to make frequent changes in direction while running as fast as you can. You will have 25 seconds for this event.
2. BODY DRAG - This test simulates dragging someone who is physically incapacitated. The dummy, which weighs 165 pounds, must be dragged a distance of 32 feet within 28 seconds.
3. WOOD FENCE CLIMB - This event will test your ability to climb a six foot high wood wall. You are to run up to the fence, scale the fence, and continue running to the finish line. You will have 14 seconds to complete this event.
4. CHAIN FENCE CLIMB - This event will test your ability to climb a six foot high chain link fence. You are to run up to the fence, scale the fence, and continue running to the finish line. You will have 13 seconds to complete this event.
5. 500 YARD RUN - This event simulates a foot pursuit and requires that you run 500 yards without stopping. You will have 110 seconds to complete this event.
NOTE: For a complete listing of job duties and qualifications, please refer to the corresponding job description, which can be obtained from the Human Resources Department or downloaded from the City's web site. The City of Escondido is committed to a drug and alcohol free workplace. All applicants will be subject to fingerprint investigation before a conditional offer of employment is extended. A pre-employment medical examination will be conducted following a conditional offer of employment for all positions. Safety sensitive positions will include a pre-employment drug screen. Positions subject to the Department of Transportation (DOT) regulations will be subject to DOT pre-employment drug testing and random drug and alcohol testing.
SELECTION PROCEDURE
Applications will be screened and the most qualified candidates will be invited to appear for testing. All positions require the ability to read, write and speak English. Types of tests may include written and/or oral examination, physical agility, practical exam or other appropriate job-related selection process. When testing is completed, candidates will be ranked on an eligibility list in the order of their test score. Selection for appointments is made from names certified on the eligibility list.
All appointments are subject to the successful completion of background investigation including LIVESCAN fingerprinting, and will be required to submit verification of the legal right to work in the United States. Qualification by a medical examination will be required at the time of appointment. After appointment, classified employees must satisfactorily complete a probationary period to be eligible for regular status. In accordance with the Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986, all new employees must produce proof of eligibility to work in the United States within the first three days of their employment. The City of Escondido participates in E-Verify.
The Loyalty Oath will be administered to all new employees on their first day of hire. New employees hired into positions that require a driver's license must provide proof of a valid California Driver's License of the appropriate class level on their first day of employment.
Additional information regarding the essential functions and physical, environmental and communication demands of the position may be obtained from the Human Resources Department. If you require reasonable accommodation in the testing process, such as an alternate means of testing, you must contact the Human Resources Department by the final filing date to complete a Request for Reasonable Accommodation form. The provisions of this bulletin do not constitute an express or implied contract. Any provision contained in this bulletin may be modified or revoked without notice.
Note: Pursuant to California Civil Code section 1786.53, the City of Escondido shall provide to all job candidates a copy of any records of arrest, indictment, conviction, civil judicial action, tax lien or outstanding judgment which was obtained in the course of conducting an evaluation for employment, assignment, and/or promotion. A copy of this information, if received by the City, will be given to candidates within seven days of the City's receipt.
VETERANS' PREFERENCE
Eligible individuals are those who meet the following criteria:
* Served in the U.S. armed forces
* Received an honorable discharge
* Did not retire from military service
* Seeking employment with the City of Escondido for the first time.
Guard and Reserve active duty for training purposes does not qualify for veterans' preference. Proof of eligibility (copy of DD-214) must be submitted at time of application, or later if the promulgation of the eligibility list will not be delayed. Veterans' preference credit will only be applied to eligible applicants who attained a passing grade (total score exclusive of credit) on the final open examination.
ABOUT OUR CITY
The City of Escondido is a prominent agricultural, commercial hub and residential center of North San Diego County. Located a short 30-minute drive from the beach, the mountains or downtown San Diego, Escondido residents enjoy the pleasure of a rural lifestyle with all the benefits of suburban living. Escondido is a diverse, vibrant community with many amenities. The city offers attractive homes in a wide range of prices, two lakes, several parks, a sports center, golf courses, restaurants, wineries, shopping centers, a variety of art galleries, entertainment venues, and a state of the art hospital. Established in 1888, the city's rich past brings charm and stability to the community; yet integrated with Escondido's treasured heritage is a progressive future, bright and brimming with promise.
EOE The City of Escondido does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, disability, sex, age, national origin, or sexual orientation. We will attempt to reasonably accommodate applicants with disabilities upon request.
Police Officer Cadet
Security officer job in San Diego, CA
The Cadet is a non-sworn officer in a trainee capacity. Incumbents attend a Peace Officer Standards and Training (P.O.S.T.) certified academy to develop the minimum qualifications necessary to assume a position as a sworn police officer. Upon successful completion of the required P.O.S.T. training within the required timeframe and the discretion of management, the Police Officer Cadet will be appointed to the classification of Police Officer on a probationary basis.
Responsibilities:
Attend training in criminal and civil law, codified and case law.
Develop skills in report writing, physical fitness, firearms, arrest/control, and de-escalation techniques.
Learn and apply community policing strategies.
Assist police officers under close supervision.
Why join us:
Receive comprehensive P.O.S.T.-certified training in law enforcement, report writing, physical fitness, firearms, and community policing.
Gain hands-on experience under the guidance of experienced University Police officers.
Make a meaningful impact by contributing to campus safety and community service.
Join us in upholding a safe and secure campus, where students, faculty, staff, and the community can learn, work, and thrive.
Position Information
This recruitment will be used to establish a pool of candidates for current and future full-time (1.0 time-base), police cadet appointments.
This position is designated non-exempt under FLSA and is eligible for overtime compensation.
The selection process for Police Cadet positions include, application, written exam (PELLET B) or College degree, interview, background investigation, medical evaluation and psychological evaluation.
The individual hired into this role will work on campus at SDSU in San Diego.
Department Summary
Safety and security is coordinated by University Police, through a force of 40 sworn police officers and 57 non-sworn support employees. Our police officers are graduates of a California Peace Officers Standards Training Academy with full arrest powers throughout the state. They undergo continued training to upgrade their skills as well as first aid and CPR requirements.
University Police officers are armed. They conduct foot, vehicular and bicycle patrols on campus and in the adjacent community 24 hours a day, year-round. Officers are responsible for reporting and investigating crimes and traffic accidents, enforcing state laws and local ordinances, responding to medical emergencies and all other incidents requiring police assistance.
The Division of Business and Financial Affairs (BFA) celebrates diverse backgrounds and perspectives. We understand representation is essential to our success, which is why we strive to recruit and retain highly-skilled, compassionate leaders. By prioritizing listening and learning, engaging in critical conversations, and thoughtfully considering the needs of our different populations, we are creating a culture of belonging. As a division, we aim to offer opportunities for advancement and foster an inclusive environment, so all are valued and empowered to thrive.
For more information regarding the University Police, click here.
Education and Experience
High school diploma or equivalent and eligibility to attend a certified P.O.S.T. basic training academy.
Key Qualifications
Ability to qualify for and satisfactorily meet the ongoing standards of the basic P.O.S.T. academy training.
Mental capacity, physical agility and learning potential to perform all aspects of P.O.S.T. training and police work.
Licenses/Certifications Required
Valid California Driver's License or have the ability to obtain one within 10 days of hire.
Compensation and Benefits
San Diego State University offers competitive compensation and a comprehensive benefits package designed to support your well-being and professional growth.
Compensation:
Salary is based on your experience, education, and qualifications, within the department's budget and equity guidelines.
CSU Classification Salary Range: $3,934-$6,418/month; hiring salary not expected to exceed $6,418/month.
Full Benefits Package Includes:
Generous Time Off: 15 paid holidays, vacation, and sick leave.
Retirement: CalPERS pension plan with retiree healthcare, and reciprocal agreements with other California public retirement systems, including the University of California system.
Health Coverage: Medical, dental, and vision options at low or no cost.
Education Support: CSU tuition fee waiver for employees and eligible dependents.
Optional Offerings: FlexCash, life and disability insurance, legal and pet plans.
Campus & Community: Access to the library, campus events, employee groups, and volunteer and social activities.
Our benefits are a significant part of total compensation. Learn more at the SDSU Benefits Overview.
SDSU Values
At SDSU, our diversity gives us power and benefits every single member of our community. Consistent with California law and federal civil rights laws, SDSU provides equal opportunity for all in education and employment. We encourage all members of our community to purposefully learn from one another through open and respectful dialogue and responsible engagement. We strongly preserve the right to free expression and encourage difficult conversations that help lead to improved individual and community learning and cohesion.
Principles of Community
At San Diego State University, we are a community of diverse individuals who have and represent many perspectives, beliefs, and identities. This diversity lends our community strength, and we commit to creating and sustaining an inclusive and intellectually vibrant environment that benefits all members of our university.
SDSU's Principles of Community is an aspirational statement that is intended to evolve over time. The statement reflects the ideals we are encouraged to uphold in our interactions with one another.
Equal Opportunity and Excellence in Education and Employment
All university programs and activities are open and available to all regardless of race, sex, color, ethnicity or national origin. Consistent with California law and federal civil rights laws, San Diego State University (SDSU) provides equal opportunity in education and employment without unlawful discrimination or preferential treatment based on race, sex, color, ethnicity, or national origin. Our commitment to equal opportunity means ensuring that every student and employee has access to the resources and support they need to thrive and succeed in a university environment and in their communities. SDSU complies with Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act, the California Equity in Higher Education Act, California's Proposition 209 (Art. I, Section 31 of the California Constitution), other applicable state and federal anti-discrimination laws, and CSU's Nondiscrimination Policy. We prohibit discriminatory preferential treatment, segregation based on race or any other protected status, and all forms of discrimination, harassment, and retaliation in all university programs, policies, and practices.
SDSU is a diverse community of individuals who represent many perspectives, beliefs and identities, committed to fostering an inclusive, respectful, and intellectually vibrant environment. We cultivate a culture of open dialogue, mutual respect, and belonging to support educational excellence and student success. Through academic programs, student organizations and activities, faculty initiatives, and community partnerships, we encourage meaningful engagement with diverse perspectives. As a higher education institution, we are dedicated to advancing knowledge and empowering individuals to reach their full potential by prioritizing inclusive curriculum development, faculty and staff training, student mentorship, and comprehensive support programs. At SDSU, excellence is built on merit, talent, diversity, accessibility, and equal opportunity for all.
Supplemental Information
Applications will be reviewed on an as needed basis.
The person holding this position is considered a ‘mandated reporter' under the California Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Act and is required to comply with the requirements set forth in CSU Executive Order 1083 as a condition of employment.
San Diego State University is not a sponsoring agency for staff or management positions (e.g., H-1B visa). Applicants must currently be authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis. Offers of employment are contingent upon the presentation of documents that demonstrate a person's identity and authorization to work in the United States, which are consistent with the provisions of the Immigration Reform and Control Act.
A background check (including a criminal records check) must be completed satisfactorily and is required for employment. SDSU will make a conditional offer of employment, which may be rescinded if the background check reveals disqualifying information, and/or it is discovered that the candidate knowingly withheld or falsified information. Failure to satisfactorily complete the background check may affect the continued employment of a current SDSU employee who was conditionally offered the position.
SDSU is a smoke-free campus. For more information, please click here.
Reasonable accommodations will be provided for qualified applicants with disabilities who request an accommodation by contacting Michelle Puentes at ******************.
Police Officer (Recruit Level)
Security officer job in San Diego, CA
JOB INFORMATION
JOIN THE SDPD TEAM TODAY!!! See NOTE(S) below for future wage increases and/or additional compensation opportunities. Please read through the entire bulletin for important information. Do you have a strong dedication to public service? If you do, a career with the San Diego Police Department may be for you!
A career with the San Diego Police Department offers excitement, rapid growth opportunities, work-life-balance, and the chance to make a positive impact in your community. As one of the nation's leaders in Community Oriented Policing, we strongly value the partnerships we have built with the diverse communities of San Diego and are looking for Officers that will uphold that tradition. Throughout your career with SDPD, you'll have the chance to follow many paths in over 70 different positions, including: Detective, SWAT, New Technologies, K9 Handler, Beach Patrol and Motor Officer, among others. SDPD offers a competitive base salary, great benefits, and many additional pay opportunities.
The following skills and desirable attributes exemplify what we look for in a Police Officer (Recruit Level): Integrity; leadership skills; excellent judgment under pressure; ability to maintain sufficient level of fitness to safely perform as a law enforcement professional; the ability to be aware of, control, and express emotions appropriately, and to handle interpersonal relationships judiciously and empathetically; ability to maintain confidence in uncertain situations; excellent judgment and ability to act under pressure; ability to thrive in diverse populations.
A San Diego Police Officer:
Contributes to the team effort of maintaining a presence in the community that helps to deter crime and provide support to citizens
Collaborates in building strong relationships with community members, upholding best practices of Community Oriented Policing
Acts as a police presence at major public events to ensure public safety
Identifies potential criminal activity or other hazardous situations and takes proper actions to protect citizens and property
Helps to secure crime scenes and process evidence
Responds to calls for service; Observes violations; makes arrests and citations when necessary
Conducts criminal investigations by gathering evidence and interviewing victims and witnesses
Documents observations and actions by radioing information; completing reports
Fulfills court orders by testifying in court regarding criminal investigations and citations
Maintains safe traffic conditions by monitoring and directing traffic; enforces laws and ordinances; investigates collisions; reports unsafe streets and facilities
Police Officers (Recruit Level) attend the Police Academy classroom lectures on subjects including criminal law, laws of arrest, traffic laws, juvenile law, principles of law enforcement, rules of evidence, rules of search and seizure, patrol theory and methods, and report writing; observe demonstrations on arrest and control methods and the care and use of firearms; participate in physical conditioning and self-defense exercises; practice the use of firearms; and take examinations.
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Employees in job classifications represented by the San Diego Police Officers Association (SDPOA) are scheduled to receive a 5% general wage increase effective 7/1/23.
Eligible benefitted employees originally hired on or after July 10, 2021, will be automatically enrolled in the San Diego City Employees Retirement System (SDCERS).
Police Officers (Recruit Level) must complete the Regional Academy Training and receive a Basic P.O.S.T. Certificate within ONE year of hire.
After completing the Police Academy, Police Officers (Recruit Level) are promoted to Police Officer I and assigned to the Field Training Unit for a minimum of four months.
Police Officer I employees may work a 4 day/10-hour, rotating shift work schedule, depending on assignment.
After one year, Police Officer I employees receive a $900 annual uniform allowance.
Bilingual pay (3.5% of base pay) is provided to qualified officers, if skills are required.
Additional add on pays may be available if you meet the requirements.
State Standards:
In accordance with P.O.S.T Standards, candidates must be free of any felony convictions. Candidates will be screened by the San Diego Police Department and are subject to immediate disqualification if any of the following are found during the background investigative process: domestic violence conviction(s), or if you are a registered sex offender; for additional information refer to the following link: P.O.S.T. Disqualifiers (Download PDF reader).
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS
You must meet the following requirement on the date you apply, unless otherwise indicated.
AGE: 20 years of age on the date you apply; 21 years by date of Academy graduation.
CITIZENSHIP: Be legally authorized to work in the United States under federal law.
NOTE:
Candidates screened by the San Diego Police Department must present proof of legal right to work in the United States when they submit their Background Investigation Questionnaire.
EDUCATION: You must meet ONE of the following options:
Graduation from a public high school located within the United States.
Graduation from an accredited nonpublic high school located within the United States.
Graduation from a United States Department of Defense high school.
Passage of the General Education Development (G.E.D.) test or passage of the California High School Proficiency Examination.
Possession of a two-year, four-year or advanced degree from an accredited college or university (accreditation must be from an institutional accrediting body recognized by the Department of Education of the United States of America).
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Candidates screened by the San Diego Police Department must present proof of education when they submit their Background Investigation Questionnaire.
College and/or university degree equivalency reports are not accepted to meet the education minimum requirements for this recruitment.
LICENSE: A valid California Class C Driver License is required at the time of hire.
REQUIRED DOCUMENTS (MUST SUBMIT WITH APPLICATION):
Associate degree (or higher) diploma and/or transcripts showing degree conference, if used to waive the written test.
California P.O.S.T. approved Police Academy Peace Officer's course certificate, if used to waive the written test.
California P.O.S.T. basic Peace Officer certificate, if used to waive the written test.
Letter from the organization that administered the California P.O.S.T. entry-level law enforcement test battery (Pellet-B), if used to waive the written test. The letter must indicate candidates name, date of exam and T-scores for the reading, writing and overall sections.
Required documents should be attached electronically to your application. If you are unable to attach at the time of application submittal, you must submit them as soon as possible via fax: **************; or to the Employment Information Center: City of San Diego Personnel Department, 1200 Third Avenue - Suite 300, San Diego, CA 92101. Include your name and the title of the position for which you are applying.
SCREENING PROCESS
The screening process will consist of the following components:
1. APPLICATION REVIEW: Please ensure all information is complete and accurate as the responses you provide on the supplemental questions will be reviewed using an automated evaluation system. If you are successful in this initial screening process, your application will be reviewed for applicable education, experience, and/or training to ensure all minimum requirements have been met.
2. WRITTEN TEST: IF YOU MEET THE MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS AND YOUR APPLICATION IS APPROVED, you will be scheduled for the written examination date you select on the supplemental questions of your application. The email confirmation notice that you will receive a day or two after your application is approved will grant you admission to the examination date you select.
The written test consists of multiple-choice questions that measure general aptitudes needed to be a Police Officer. A Study Guide with test taking tips and sample questions is available in the following link: STUDY GUIDE (Download PDF reader). No prior law enforcement knowledge is necessary to pass the test.
NOTE:
If you live more than 100 miles from Downtown San Diego please select a written exam date in the supplemental questions of your application that is denoted as "Out Of Town Process". Doing so will enable you to take the written test on Friday, and if you are successful on the written test, you will be given the opportunity to take the Physical Abilities Test on the same day and the Pre-Investigative Questionnaire the following morning. *This two-day process is available only when taking the Police Officer (Recruit Level) exam at NTC on a Friday in the CITY OF SAN DIEGO. Your address will be verified to ensure that you live more than 100 miles from Downtown San Diego.
The test includes the following factors:
Section I:
Reading Comprehension: Ability to read, comprehend, and interpret factual or technical materials in a variety of written formats.
Section II:
Checking Ability: Ability to detect similarities and differences between groups of items such as words or numbers.
Map Reading/Directional Situations: Ability to correctly follow a series of written directions (north, south, east, west) or movements (left, right) within a general area; ability to locate destinations and follow/determine appropriate routes using a map and/or map index.
Decision Making: Ability to identify and comprehend critical elements of a situation and choose courses of action based on general policies and guidelines.
Section III:
Written Communication: Ability to correctly apply fundamentals of English grammar, spelling, punctuation, sentence structure, written expression, and vocabulary.
There are three pass points for this examination. You must pass Section I, Section III AND Sections I, II, and III combined to pass the written test. THIS IS A (PASS/FAIL) TEST; you are not ranked based upon your score.
Written Test Waiver: Request a waiver on your application supplemental question responses, if you:
Have passed the current customized and validated City of San Diego written test within the last two (2) years.
Were previously hired by the City of San Diego as a Police Officer (Recruit Level) within the last two (2) years.
Have taken the California P.O.S.T. Pellet-B test within the last six (6) months and acquired T-scores of 42 in the reading, writing and overall test sections.
Possess an associate degree (or higher) from an accredited college or university (accreditation must be from an institutional accrediting body recognized by the Department of Education of the United States of America).
Have graduated from a California P.O.S.T. approved Police Academy with a Peace Officer's Course Certificate.
Possess a California P.O.S.T. basic Peace Officer's certificate.
If your waiver request is approved, your application will bypass the written test selection process and be moved to the performance test selection process. You will be scheduled and notified of your performance test date.
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If your waiver request is not approved you will be notified and scheduled for the written test based on your responses to the supplemental questions on your application.
Re-Examination Eligibility: If you fail the written test, you may reapply immediately, but you will need to request a written test date that is at least ONE MONTH after your most recent TEST DATE.
3. PERFORMANCE TEST: The performance test is pass/fail examination which consists of 5 different events based on the California P.O.S.T. Work Sample Test Battery and measures a variety of physical abilities necessary in police work. The test requires candidates to: a. Complete a 99 yard Obstacle Course consisting of several sharp turns, a number of curb height obstacles, and a 34 inch high obstacle that must be vaulted; b. Jump, step and/or climb over 6-foot fence(s); c. Partially lift and drag a 150 pound "simulated victim"; and d. Complete a 500 yard run. Test information will be given to candidates prior to their scheduled test date. NOTE: Requests for waivers will be considered on a case-by-case basis based on your responses to the supplemental questions on your application.
Candidates who pass the written test and performance test will be placed on a list which will be used to fill position vacancies during the next two years. For each vacancy, only those candidates with the most appropriate qualifications will be contacted by the hiring department for an interview.
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Do not reapply until your name expires from the Police Officer (Recruit Level) eligibility list.
SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION
Individuals who are placed on the eligible list and are being evaluated by the Police Department for employment, must successfully pass the following prior to hire:
PRE-INVESTIGATIVE QUESTIONNAIRE: On the day of the performance test, candidates will also complete a Pre-Investigative Questionnaire.
PERSONAL HISTORY STATEMENT: Candidates will be required to complete and submit a Personal History Statement to the Police Department. Information regarding this step of the process will be provided to candidates at a later date.
MEDICAL EXAMINATION: A City medical examination including drug screening and documentation of medical history that meets City of San Diego and/or P.O.S.T. guidelines will be conducted following a conditional offer of employment. Medical conditions must enable the applicant to perform the essential duties of the position. The City of San Diego is committed to a drug and alcohol-free work place.
VISION/HEARING REQUIREMENTS: Vision requirements vary depending upon the corrective measures employed.
1. If you wear eyeglasses or hard (non-orthokeratology) contact lenses, your uncorrected vision may be no worse than 20/70 both eyes together. Uncorrected vision worse than 20/20, but not worse than 20/70, must be corrected to 20/20 both eyes together.
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Hard contact lenses also include semi-soft, semi-rigid, semi-permeable, gas permeable, and similar lenses.
2. If you wear soft contact lenses and your vision is corrected to 20/20 both eyes together, there is no minimum uncorrected visual acuity requirement.
To qualify under this provision, you will be asked to present satisfactory medical evidence from your private optometrist or ophthalmologist documenting that you have been a successful wearer of soft contact lenses for six months prior to the medical examination given by the City of San Diego. Such documentation must also indicate if you have any medical contraindications to wearing soft contact lenses. We will request this information from you following the medical examination given by the City.
You will also be required, as a condition of your employment, to sign a pre-employment agreement obligating you to wear soft contact lenses at all times while on duty, except when otherwise authorized by the San Diego Police Department. Your use of soft contact lenses will be subject to verification by the City of San Diego and to such medical eye examinations as necessary in the judgment of the City.
3. (a) If you have undergone any type of refractive vision surgery (or "touch up" surgery) such as Laser-Assisted In Situ Keratomileusis (LASIK), radial keratotomy (RK) or photorefractive keratectomy (PRK) prior to being medically considered for a Police Officer (Recruit Level) or Police Officer position, you must be substantially free of vision problems including, but not limited to: impaired vision at night or under dim lighting conditions; sensitivity to glare; starbursts experienced around light sources such as street lights or headlights; hazing or blurring of vision; eye irritation and pain; progressive regression of visual acuity; and/or daily changes in visual acuity. Your vision must be 20/20 both eyes together. If it is not, it must be corrected to 20/20 both eyes together in accordance with the requirements in No. 1 or 2 above.
To qualify under this provision, you will be asked to submit the results of a recent eye examination from your private ophthalmologist documenting the status of your vision. We will request this information from you following the medical examination given by the City.
(b) If you have undergone any type of refractive vision surgery (or "touch up" surgery) within six months of being medically considered for a Police Officer (Recruit Level) or Police Officer position, you may be hired on a "conditional" basis.
To qualify under this provision, you must successfully complete a City provided vision examination prior to hire and six months from the date of your last vision surgery or "touch up" surgery. You must be substantially free of the vision problems outlined in paragraph 3 (a) above. Your vision must be 20/20 both eyes together. If it is not, it must be corrected to 20/20 both eyes together in accordance with the requirements in No. 1 or 2 above.
4. In all cases, you need to have binocular vision (vision in both eyes), normal visual fields, normal binocular fusion, and freedom from other visual conditions that would interfere with your ability to perform the full range of duties of a Police Officer (Recruit Level) or Police Officer with the San Diego Police Department.
5. In all cases, you need an acceptable level of color vision. This is determined at the time of the medical examination given by the City using standardized color vision tests.
For hearing requirements, the City of San Diego uses the California Peace Officer Standards and Training Commission's guidelines for Police Officer (Recruit Level) applicants. These guidelines require pure tone threshold testing for each ear separately at 500, 1000, 2000, 3000, 4000, and 6000 Hz. For acoustical reasons, audiograms must be done without hearing aids in place.
An additional examination by a medical specialist will be required if the screening audiogram is considered "abnormal" or there is a history of ear-related symptoms. In general, an audiogram is considered to be abnormal if thresholds exceed 25 dB. In these cases, the examining physician must determine 1) whether the hearing loss is functionally relevant to the safe performance of patrol duties, and 2) whether the candidate needs to be evaluated by a hearing specialist to assess treatment options and/or prognosis.
Candidates with hearing aids: Candidates who wish to be tested with their hearing aids will be administered a test to assess speech comprehension ability in noise and quiet. Both tests will be administered by sound field methods rather than headphones. An aided audiogram will be reviewed to evaluate sound detection ability.
Prior to testing, the candidate must attest that he/she has worn the aids regularly for at least one month. In addition, all records from the audiologist who dispensed the hearing aids must be provided, including documentation of the fitting program and other hearing aid settings, which are used on a regular basis by the individual.
As a condition of employment, candidates who wear hearing aids will be required to sign a pre-employment agreement obligating them to wear their hearing aids when assigned to field duty or other hearing critical tasks.
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Any evaluation by a hearing specialist, including additional audiogram testing, will be at the applicant's expense.
PRE-EMPLOYMENT REQUIREMENTS: Employment offers are conditional pending the results of all screening processes that are applicable to this position, which may include the following: confirmation of citizenship or legal right to work in the United States; completion of a pre-employment medical review and exam (which may include drug and alcohol testing); reference checks; confirmation of full COVID-19 vaccination; and fingerprinting. Fingerprints will be submitted to the Federal Bureau of Investigation and the California Department of Justice for a conviction record report. Certain positions may require additional screening processes, which may include a polygraph examination and/or background investigation. All of these processes must be successfully completed before employment begins. A positive test for alcohol or illegal drugs, including marijuana, or inadequately explained prescription drugs, or misrepresentation, falsification, or omission of pertinent facts in any step of the screening or selection process, may be cause for disqualification or termination of employment. Nothing in this job posting constitutes an express or implied contract for employment with the City of San Diego. Candidates must notify the Personnel Department of any change in their name, mailing address, email address, or phone number, otherwise they may miss employment opportunities.
COVID-19 VACCINATION: You must be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 before your start date.
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Fully vaccinated means a person has received, at least 14 days prior, either the second dose in a two-dose COVID-19 vaccine series or a single-dose COVID-19 vaccine, or otherwise meets the criteria for full vaccination against COVID-19 as stated in applicable public health guidance, orders, or law. Acceptable COVID-19 vaccines must either be approved by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) or authorized for emergency use by the FDA or the World Health Organization.
Candidates who receive a conditional job offer will be required to provide proof of their full COVID-19 vaccination.
Employees and candidates with a disability or medical condition that makes it medically inadvisable for them to receive a COVID-19 vaccine, as verified by their healthcare provider, or those with a sincerely held religious belief, observance, or practice that prevents them from receiving a COVID-19 vaccine, may request reasonable accommodation and exemption from the COVID-19 vaccination requirement. Candidates who receive a conditional job offer and wish to make a request for accommodation will be provided with more information. The City will review requests for medical or religious accommodation on a case-by-case basis in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, and the California Fair Employment and Housing Act. A candidates start date may be adjusted to allow for the accommodation process.