Police Officer (Lateral or Pre-Service)
Apply NowCompany: City of San Bernardino, CA
Location: San Bernardino, CA 92404
Description:
Salary : $92,832.00 - $123,976.20 Annually
Location : San Bernardino, CA
Job Type: Full-Time
Job Number: 25-40751-03
Department: Police Department
Opening Date: 03/03/2025
Closing Date: 3/30/2025 11:59 PM Pacific
Job Summary
Are you a Law Enforcement Officer (Lateral Officer) or a Police Academy Graduate?
CONSIDER JOINING THE CITY OF SAN BERNARDINO'S POLICE FORCE!
About the Position:
Under general supervision accomplishes a variety of duties in the protection of life and property, to include law enforcement, crime prevention, investigation and public assistance. San Bernardino Police Officers enjoy a variety of different duty assignments and work experiences that may not be available at other agencies. With highly competitive pay, expanded career opportunities, and the chance for upward mobility, lateral officers find the San Bernardino Police Department to be a great choice. For Police Academy Graduates, San Bernardino offers the additional training and experience needed to start a career in law enforcement.
IMPORTANT:
Proof of California P.O.S.T. Basic Academy or Basic P.O.S.T Course Waiver completion must be attached to application
Physical Agility Test Date: Wednesday, April 16, 2025
If you are interested in a career in law enforcement but have NOTcompleted the California Peace Officer Standards and Training (P.O.S.T.) Basic Academy Course OR obtained a Basic P.O.S.T. Course Waiver you will need to apply for the Law Enforcement Trainee (LET) position.
About the City:
The City of San Bernardino is a community rich in history and cultural diversity. Influences of Native Americans, Mexican settlers, and Spanish missionaries can still be seen throughout the City today. From 1810 to the present, San Bernardino has been recognized for its scenic beauty and strategic location. Today, the City of San Bernardino serves as the county seat and is the largest city in the County of San Bernardino with a population of 222,203.
For more information about this position, please contact the
City of San Bernardino Human Resources Department at 909-384-5104.
Essential Duties & Responsibilities
Click here to view the Police Officer (Lateral or Pre-Service) job description.
Minimum Qualifications
Education, Training and Experience
Proof of California P.O.S.T. Basic Academy or Basic P.O.S.T Course Waiver completion must be attached to application
Licenses; Certificates; Special Requirements
Supplemental Information
CITY BENEFITS:
The City of San Bernardino offers a generous benefit package. Click the benefits tab above to access the Police Safety Benefit Flyer!
Application Process
Submit a completed job application and responses to the Supplemental Questionnaire, which fully describe the nature of your professional experience and qualifications. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of the application or supplemental application materials.
Examination Process
Eligible List
Successful candidates will be placed on an eligible list, and highly qualified candidates will be referred to the appointing authority for further consideration. Candidates advancing in the selection process will receive information/instructions via email only.
Pre-employment processmay include, but is not limited to:
Accommodation
The City of San Bernardino is committed to providing reasonable accommodations for qualified applicants with disabilities, whether physical or mental. If you require such accommodations during the assessment process, it is your responsibility to contact the Human Resources Department in writing before the recruitment closing date. For further details on how to request accommodation, please reach out to us at 909-384-5104 or email Stephanie Rivera at rivera_es@sbcity.org.
The San Bernardino Police Department is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to creating and maintaining a work environment that is free of all forms of discriminatory harassment, including sexual harassment and retaliation (Government Code 12940(k); 2 CCR 11023).
Click here to view the Police Department's Equal Employment Opportunity Utilization Report.
The City of San Bernardino reserves the right to modify the selection process as necessary to conform to administrative or business necessity.
For more information about this position, please contact the
City of San Bernardino Human Resources Department at 909-384-5104.
THE CITY OF SAN BERNARDINO IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
The City offers an attractive Police Safety Unit benefit package, that includes:
01
Do you possess a valid Driver's License?Possession of a valid Class "C" California Driver's License is required. For out of State applicants, a valid driver's license is required. A valid Class "C" California Driver's License must be obtained within (10) days of appointment.
02
Are you at least 21 years old?
03
Have you completed the California Peace Officer Standards and Training (P.O.S.T.) Basic Academy Course OR Have you completed a Basic P.O.S.T. Course Waiver.***If you answered "NO" to this question you are not eligible to be considered for this position. You are invited to submit a Law Enforcement Trainee (LET) application accepted on the 1st Monday of every month (excluding December). Call 909-384-5104 for more information.***
04
As part of the hiring process, you will be required to take and pass a physical agility assessment, oral board interviews, a thorough background investigation, a polygraph examination, a medical evaluation, and a psychological evaluation. Did you graduate from high school or do you have a GED?
05
APPLICANT'S ACKNOWLEDGMENT - NOTIFICATION VIA ELECTRONIC MAIL (E-MAIL): The City of San Bernardino Administrative Services Division uses e-mail to notify our applicants of important information relating to the status and processing of your application. Therefore, as an applicant, you are hereby advised of the following: 1. Ensure that the e-mail address and contact information you provide is current, secure, and readily accessible to you. Do not share e-mail addresses. Spam or other filters should be adjusted to accept e-mails from GovernmentJobs.com or SB_EMPLOYMENT@SBCITY.ORG. We will not be responsible in any way if you do not receive our e-mail notifications, i.e., for the non-delivery of e-mail or if you fail to check your e-mail inbox on a timely basis, etc. 2. Carefully read any notices that we send in a timely manner. Follow instructions, as applicable. We recommend that you print and keep a hard copy of our notices for your records. I acknowledge that I have read, understand, and agree to the above.
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Location : San Bernardino, CA
Job Type: Full-Time
Job Number: 25-40751-03
Department: Police Department
Opening Date: 03/03/2025
Closing Date: 3/30/2025 11:59 PM Pacific
Job Summary
Are you a Law Enforcement Officer (Lateral Officer) or a Police Academy Graduate?
CONSIDER JOINING THE CITY OF SAN BERNARDINO'S POLICE FORCE!
About the Position:
Under general supervision accomplishes a variety of duties in the protection of life and property, to include law enforcement, crime prevention, investigation and public assistance. San Bernardino Police Officers enjoy a variety of different duty assignments and work experiences that may not be available at other agencies. With highly competitive pay, expanded career opportunities, and the chance for upward mobility, lateral officers find the San Bernardino Police Department to be a great choice. For Police Academy Graduates, San Bernardino offers the additional training and experience needed to start a career in law enforcement.
IMPORTANT:
Proof of California P.O.S.T. Basic Academy or Basic P.O.S.T Course Waiver completion must be attached to application
Physical Agility Test Date: Wednesday, April 16, 2025
If you are interested in a career in law enforcement but have NOTcompleted the California Peace Officer Standards and Training (P.O.S.T.) Basic Academy Course OR obtained a Basic P.O.S.T. Course Waiver you will need to apply for the Law Enforcement Trainee (LET) position.
About the City:
The City of San Bernardino is a community rich in history and cultural diversity. Influences of Native Americans, Mexican settlers, and Spanish missionaries can still be seen throughout the City today. From 1810 to the present, San Bernardino has been recognized for its scenic beauty and strategic location. Today, the City of San Bernardino serves as the county seat and is the largest city in the County of San Bernardino with a population of 222,203.
For more information about this position, please contact the
City of San Bernardino Human Resources Department at 909-384-5104.
Essential Duties & Responsibilities
Click here to view the Police Officer (Lateral or Pre-Service) job description.
Minimum Qualifications
Education, Training and Experience
- A high school or G.E.D. equivalent
- Must be at least 21 years of age.
- Successful completion of the California Peace Officer Standards and Training (P.O.S.T.) Basic Academy Course or a Basic P.O.S.T. Course Waiver.
Proof of California P.O.S.T. Basic Academy or Basic P.O.S.T Course Waiver completion must be attached to application
Licenses; Certificates; Special Requirements
- Possession of a valid Class "C" California driver's license and the ability to maintain insurability under the City's vehicle insurance policy. For out-of-state applicants, a valid driver's license is required. A valid Class "C: California driver's license must be obtained within ten (10) days of appointment (CA Vehicle Code 12405c).
- Free of any felony convictions.
- A citizen of the United States or permanent resident alien who is eligible for and has applied for citizenship.
- Fingerprinted for purposes of search of local, state, and national fingerprint files to disclose any criminal record.
- Of good moral character, as determined by a thorough background investigation.
- Found to be free from any physical, emotional, or mental condition which might adversely affect the exercise of the powers of a peace officer.
Supplemental Information
CITY BENEFITS:
The City of San Bernardino offers a generous benefit package. Click the benefits tab above to access the Police Safety Benefit Flyer!
Application Process
Submit a completed job application and responses to the Supplemental Questionnaire, which fully describe the nature of your professional experience and qualifications. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of the application or supplemental application materials.
Examination Process
- Minimum qualifications
- Supplemental Questionnaire Review
- (Written/Oral/Performance) Examination
Eligible List
Successful candidates will be placed on an eligible list, and highly qualified candidates will be referred to the appointing authority for further consideration. Candidates advancing in the selection process will receive information/instructions via email only.
Pre-employment processmay include, but is not limited to:
- Application Review
- Personal History Statement and Pre-Background Interview Questionnaire Packets
- Oral Exam
- Background Investigation with the California Department of Justice (DOJ) and the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI)
- Background Investigation with Investigator
- Pre-employment Medical Exam, including drug test
- Psychological Evaluation
- Employment/Professional Reference Check
Accommodation
The City of San Bernardino is committed to providing reasonable accommodations for qualified applicants with disabilities, whether physical or mental. If you require such accommodations during the assessment process, it is your responsibility to contact the Human Resources Department in writing before the recruitment closing date. For further details on how to request accommodation, please reach out to us at 909-384-5104 or email Stephanie Rivera at rivera_es@sbcity.org.
The San Bernardino Police Department is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to creating and maintaining a work environment that is free of all forms of discriminatory harassment, including sexual harassment and retaliation (Government Code 12940(k); 2 CCR 11023).
Click here to view the Police Department's Equal Employment Opportunity Utilization Report.
The City of San Bernardino reserves the right to modify the selection process as necessary to conform to administrative or business necessity.
For more information about this position, please contact the
City of San Bernardino Human Resources Department at 909-384-5104.
THE CITY OF SAN BERNARDINO IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
The City offers an attractive Police Safety Unit benefit package, that includes:
01
Do you possess a valid Driver's License?Possession of a valid Class "C" California Driver's License is required. For out of State applicants, a valid driver's license is required. A valid Class "C" California Driver's License must be obtained within (10) days of appointment.
- Yes
- No
02
Are you at least 21 years old?
- Yes
- No
03
Have you completed the California Peace Officer Standards and Training (P.O.S.T.) Basic Academy Course OR Have you completed a Basic P.O.S.T. Course Waiver.***If you answered "NO" to this question you are not eligible to be considered for this position. You are invited to submit a Law Enforcement Trainee (LET) application accepted on the 1st Monday of every month (excluding December). Call 909-384-5104 for more information.***
- Yes
- No
04
As part of the hiring process, you will be required to take and pass a physical agility assessment, oral board interviews, a thorough background investigation, a polygraph examination, a medical evaluation, and a psychological evaluation. Did you graduate from high school or do you have a GED?
- Yes
- No
05
APPLICANT'S ACKNOWLEDGMENT - NOTIFICATION VIA ELECTRONIC MAIL (E-MAIL): The City of San Bernardino Administrative Services Division uses e-mail to notify our applicants of important information relating to the status and processing of your application. Therefore, as an applicant, you are hereby advised of the following: 1. Ensure that the e-mail address and contact information you provide is current, secure, and readily accessible to you. Do not share e-mail addresses. Spam or other filters should be adjusted to accept e-mails from GovernmentJobs.com or SB_EMPLOYMENT@SBCITY.ORG. We will not be responsible in any way if you do not receive our e-mail notifications, i.e., for the non-delivery of e-mail or if you fail to check your e-mail inbox on a timely basis, etc. 2. Carefully read any notices that we send in a timely manner. Follow instructions, as applicable. We recommend that you print and keep a hard copy of our notices for your records. I acknowledge that I have read, understand, and agree to the above.
- Yes
- No
Required Question