Lateral Police Officer - San Francisco Police Department (Q002) C00418

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Application Opening: June 22, 2026 to Continuous

Compensation Range: https://www.sanfranciscopolice.org/your-sfpd/careers/sworn-job-openings/salary-and-benefits

Recruitment ID: C00418

The San Francisco Police Department is seeking Peace Officers with valid POST certification to join a highly respected police department and serve the citizens of one of the most beautiful cities in the country.  San Francisco Police Officers perform a wide variety of duties to promote public safety and security, prevent crime and enforce the law.  Police officers perform a number of essential functions.  For example, they patrol districts to prevent and detect crime; respond to calls for assistance; conduct criminal investigations; interact with the community to build cooperation and support; pursue and arrest suspects; enforce traffic and parking laws; write reports and maintain records; work with superiors, peers, and others as a team; prepare for and participate in planned events; prepare for court and give testimony; and fulfill other administrative duties when required.  This is much more than a job; it is an opportunity to build a career of which you can be proud.

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