Police Officer Trainee

Police Academy starts January 2026

Applications for the January 2026 Academy will be accepted until

August 3, 2025

Santa Rosa Public Safety Training Center-Windsor, CA

Want to enforce the law and work in partnership with the Community?
Become a Santa Rosa Police Officer!

Why Santa Rosa?
The Santa Rosa Police Department was formed in 1867 with three "Town Marshals" and currently employs 261 employees. The Police Department is part of the City of Santa Rosa organization. The dedicated staff of the Police Department are committed to providing exceptional public safety services and taking a leadership role in building community partnerships to make our city a better, safer place to live, work and play.

To be eligible to apply, you must meet the following minimum qualifications
:

• 21 years of age or older
• Graduated from a U.S. High School or passed the G.E.D. Test or California High School Proficiency Exam at time of application
• No felony convictions as an adult

Disqualifying Factors

If you have been unsuccessful in a previous background investigation process (including polygraph examination or psychological assessment) with the Santa Rosa Police Department, your application will be screened on a case-by-case basis to determine if you will proceed further in the selection process or whether there are factors supporting an immediate disqualification.

The City of Santa Rosa is committed to building a workforce reflective of our community and establishing a lasting culture of equity and belonging within our organization. Our collective talents and expertise contribute to high-quality public services that support a vibrant, resilient, inclusive City for our community and visitors. We celebrate a diverse workforce and welcome all qualified candidates to apply.

You are encouraged to talk with the Santa Rosa Police Department Recruiting staff for additional information or questions:

SRPD Recruiting Office

(707) 543-HIRE

Police Officer Trainees learn to enforce Federal, State and local laws and to respond to calls for the protection of life and property by attending a Police Academy.

After successfully completing the academy, candidates promote to Police Officer and begin field training. The job description and current base salary range for Police Officer is HERE

Police Officers enforce Federal, State and local laws and to respond to calls for the protection of life and property.

The following duties are considered essential .

• Patrol assigned area of the City in a car, on a motorcycle, or on foot;
• enforce local, State and Federal laws;
• respond to calls related to the protection of life and property, traffic incidents, and other required emergencies;
• prepare reports of arrests made, activities performed, and unusual incidents observed;
• conduct both preliminary and follow-up investigations of disturbances, criminal incidents, hazardous incidents, vehicle accidents, and deaths;
• make arrests;
• interrogate suspects and interview victims, complainants and witnesses;
• coordinate and conduct detailed investigations of violent crimes, child abuse, property crimes, vice, gaming, and narcotics violations;
• testify and present evidence in court;
• provide backup assistance for other officers and personnel;
• collect, preserve, and maintain evidence, found property, and property for safekeeping;
• assist and advise motorists and enforce traffic safety laws by issuing citations and warnings;
• search, fingerprint, and transport prisoners;
• respond to demonstrations, riots, hostage situations, barricaded subjects and other extremely hazardous situations;
• maintain contact with the public regarding potential law enforcement problems and preserve good relationships with the public;
• serve warrants and subpoenas;
• observe, monitor, direct, and control routine and unusual traffic conditions;
• check buildings for physical security;
• and administer first aid.

In addition to the duties listed in the Essential Duties Section, each employee in this classification may perform the following duties. Any single position may not be assigned all duties listed below, nor do the examples cover all duties which may be assigned.

• Perform undercover and surveillance activities;
• develop and…