Sworn Job Openings

Entry Level Police Officer

We have resumed hiring! Thank you for your interest in serving San Francisco, please read below for the next steps to begin your application process.

To apply please follow the 2-step process:

  1. Apply with the City and County of San Francisco. (Entry Level (Q-2) Police Officer)
  2. Go to National Testing Network, choose law enforcement, and register to take the San Francisco Police Department written exam.

Scroll down to view more information regarding benefits and salary as well as a recruitment video hosted on our Vimeo.

*As part of this process, you will need to establish an account with NTN. A fee is required to take the written examination. Candidates with demonstrated financial hardship may submit a request to have the fee waived prior to test registration. See “Candidate FAQ #26” on the NTN website to learn more on how to apply for a fee waiver.

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Salary and Benefits

Salary and Benefits

Application Process

General Information and Qualifications
Application and Selection Procedures
Physical Ability Test
Oral Examination
Background Investigations
Basic Academy

Programs

Lateral Entry Program
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