Police Officer; Lateral or Pre-Service

Overview

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!

San Bernardino is located in Southern California's Inland Empire. It is the county seat and largest city in the region, home to more than 222,000 residents. The city offers diverse culture, access to major transit corridors, natural beauty, and a range of housing and lifestyle options. Public service careers are supported by a strong sense of community and purpose.

Accomplishes a variety of duties in the protection of life and property, including law enforcement, crime prevention, investigation and public assistance. Officers may have different duty assignments and work experiences. The department offers competitive pay, expanded career opportunities, and upward mobility. For Police Academy Graduates, additional training and experience are provided to start a career in law enforcement.

Proof of California P.O.S.T. Basic Academy or Basic P.O.S.T. Course Waiver completion must be attached to the application. Required attachments will not be accepted after submission.

Date:
Wednesday, November 19, 2025.

If you have not completed the California P.O.S.T. Basic Academy or obtained a Basic P.O.S.T. Course Waiver, you may apply for the Law Enforcement Trainee (Police Officer Trainee) position. to apply.

to view the Police Officer (Lateral or Pre-Service) job description.

• A high school diploma or GED equivalent
• Must be at least 21 years of age
• Successful completion of the California P.O.S.T. Basic Academy Course or a Basic P.O.S.T. Course Waiver

• Valid Class C California driver’s license and ability to maintain insurability; out-of-state applicants require a valid driver’s license. A Class C license must be obtained within ten (10) days of appointment (CA Vehicle Code 12405c)
• Free of felony convictions
• U.S. citizen or permanent resident alien eligible for citizenship
• Fingerprinted for criminal history checks
• Of good moral character as determined by a background investigation
• Free from physical, emotional, or mental conditions that might affect duties

Regularly required to use hands and fingers, reach, stand, walk, sit, climb or balance, stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl, and lift up to 100 pounds. Specific vision abilities include close, distance, color, peripheral, depth perception, and focus.

May work outdoors or in an office environment. Noises level varies by assignment. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable performance of essential functions.

• Current applicable federal, state and municipal laws and ordinances
• Departmental rules and regulations
• Principles and practices of municipal police administration
• Police requirements and limitations of authority
• Laws governing custody, search and seizure, evidence admissibility, and court procedures
• Basic computer operations and mathematics
• Correct English usage

• Read and understand policies, rules, regulations, laws and law enforcement literature
• Learn use and care of firearms
• Remember names, faces, facts and details
• Write legibly and type on a computer
• Read and comprehend at the twelfth grade level
• Write clear, accurate reports; analyze situations and take appropriate action
• Operate an automobile skillfully; communicate effectively
• Perform various clerical duties and follow instructions
• Demonstrate good judgment, character, poise and emotional stability
• Interact respectfully and establish effective relationships

This recruitment will close on Sunday, November 2, 2025, at 11:59 pm.

• Application Review
• Physical Agility Test
• Personal History Statement and Background Questionnaire
• Oral Exam
• Background Investigation (DOJ and FBI)
• Employment/Professional Reference Check
• Pre-employment Medical and Psychological exams

The City participates in the E-Verify program to verify identity and employment eligibility as required by federal law. Information from Form I-9 will be provided to DHS and SSA.

The City is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. Reasonable accommodations are provided under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). For accommodations, contact the Human Resources Department.

This bulletin is informational and does not constitute a contract. The City reserves the right to modify or withdraw contents at any time. The San Bernardino Police Department is an equal opportunity employer.

For questions regarding this recruitment, contact Stephanie Rivera at . Additional information is available ity.org.