Entry-Level Police Recruit — Academy Path

City of South San Francisco

South San Francisco (CA)

On-site

USD 60,000 - 75,000

Full time

14 days+
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Benefits offered by this job

CalPERS retirement
Attractive benefit package

Job summary

City of South San Francisco is seeking Police Recruit for a continuous entry-level recruitment to establish an eligible list for future vacancies. Recruits attend a POST-certified academy and may be appointed to a probationary Police Officer after training, with full career progression in public safety.

Ideal candidates demonstrate integrity, reliability, sound judgment, and community policing commitment, with the ability to work independently or in teams, adapt to technology, and handle

Qualifications

  • Must be at least 21 years old at hire.
  • No felony or domestic violence convictions.
  • Must meet standards of physical stature, endurance and agility.
  • U.S. citizenship or permanent resident eligible and applying for citizenship.
  • High school diploma or GED (community college education preferred).
  • Possession of, or ability to obtain, a valid California Driver’s License with acceptable driving record.
  • PELLETB written exam with T-score 48+ or an associate degree.
  • WSTB cert with 384+ and 1.5-mile run under 14 minutes, cert within 12 months.

Skills

Integrity
Reliability
Judgment
Community policing
Independence
Firearms handling

Education

High school diploma or GED
California Driver's License
Citizenship eligibility

Job description

City of South San Francisco is seeking Police Recruit for a continuous entry-level recruitment to establish an eligible list for future vacancies. Recruits attend a POST-certified academy and may be appointed to a probationary Police Officer after training, with full career progression in public safety.

Ideal candidates demonstrate integrity, reliability, sound judgment, and community policing commitment, with the ability to work independently or in teams, adapt to technology, and handle

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