Community-Engaged Police Officer II

Military, Veterans and Diverse Job Seekers; San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

SDCERS enrollment

Uniform allowance

Bilingual pay (3.5%)

Job summary

San Diego Police Department is seeking Police Officer II to patrol an assigned area, enforce laws, and prevent crime while responding to emergencies and calls for service. The role includes investigation, evidence handling, and potential court testimony to support investigations.

Applicants must meet age, citizenship, and education requirements, with a California POST certificate or waiver highly regarded. The position offers opportunities for advancement and specialized assignments within the

Qualifications

• Two years of full-time paid experience as a sworn peace officer.
• Experience must include service within the last year.
• Education options include HS diploma with units, GED with units, or college degree (US).
• California POST certificates or waivers may be required.

Responsibilities

• Patrol assigned area to enforce laws and deter crime; respond to emergencies.
• Investigate unusual or suspicious conditions, traffic accidents, and complaints.
• Make arrests, issue citations, secure evidence, and testify in court.

Skills

Experience as sworn officer

Emergency response

Education

US High School diploma with 30 semester/45 quarter units

GED with 30 semester/45 quarter units

Two/Four-year US degree

Job description

San Diego Police Department is seeking Police Officer II to patrol an assigned area, enforce laws, and prevent crime while responding to emergencies and calls for service. The role includes investigation, evidence handling, and potential court testimony to support investigations.

Applicants must meet age, citizenship, and education requirements, with a California POST certificate or waiver highly regarded. The position offers opportunities for advancement and specialized assignments within the