What are the responsibilities and job description for the Police Officer (Lateral or Pre-Service) position at City of San Bernardino?
Are you a Law Enforcement Officer (Lateral Officer) or a Police Academy Graduate?
WE INVITE YOU TO JOIN 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.
Required attachments will not be accepted after application submission.
Required attachments will not be accepted after application submission.
Physical Agility Test Date: Wednesday, May 14, 2025
If you are interested in a career in law enforcement but have NOT completed 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.
Click here to view the Police Officer (Lateral or Pre-Service) job description.
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.
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 (Download PDF reader) 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
Salary : $92,832 - $123,976
