Police Recruit: Launch Your Public Safety Career

City of San Jose; San Jose (CA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

City of San Jose is seeking Police Recruit candidates for the SJPD October 2027 Academy. This entry-level position targets applicants without California POST training and outlines a structured selection process including written and physical exams, an oral board interview, background checks, and a 26-week academy.

Salary wages are based on the City of San Jose contract hourly rate during the academy. Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the U.S., possess a high school diploma or GED,

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• 40 semester credits or 60 quarter credits required.
• Translated foreign credits acceptable.
• Veteran benefit substitute allowed for minimum college credits.

Education

U.S. high school diploma or GED

40 semester credits or 60 quarter credits

College credits earned outside U.S. must be translated

Military veterans substitution four years active duty in U.S.

Job description

City of San Jose is seeking Police Recruit candidates for the SJPD October 2027 Academy. This entry-level position targets applicants without California POST training and outlines a structured selection process including written and physical exams, an oral board interview, background checks, and a 26-week academy.

Salary wages are based on the City of San Jose contract hourly rate during the academy. Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the U.S., possess a high school diploma or GED,