Bay Area Police Officer Job Openings

OVERVIEW

Your journey with FPD starts with 3 to 4 weeks of in-house training. You will meet everybody, get used to our in-house systems, learn our Department policies, and become familiar with our report writing style, etc.

Then you’ll be assigned to a Field Training Officer (FTO) and will go through the Field Training program.

A typical Field Training Program spans 19 weeks. Based on your progress and performance, however, you can be recommended for an early check-out in as short as 10 weeks. The Probationary Period is 18 months.

PRIME SCHEDULE

4 work days, 4 days off, 11 hours per shift (1 hour paid on-duty workout)

SALARY

$10,378.86 – $12,618.39 monthly

BENEFIT HIGHLIGHTS

One hour paid on-duty workout each shift
On-site gym with treadmills, bikes, weights, and locker rooms
Outdoor basketball court and fitness area, plus access to on-site trainer
Towel and water
CalPERS retirement plan:
- PEPRA Member — 2.7% @ 57
- Classic Member – 3% @ 55
$2,350 monthly City contribution toward medical and dental; vision provided through Fremont Police Association (FPA)
$50K City-paid life insurance
104 hours of annual Holiday Pay
Paid Vacation starts at 120 hours annually, 360 hour maximum
$1,750 annual Uniform Allowance ($500 for first year)
Educational Incentive Pay, Specialist Pay, Longevity Pay, and opportunities for Overtime Pay

This position is represented by the FPA. Click to see the full benefit details.

LATERAL REQUIREMENTS

You must be currently employed as a Police Officer by a California law enforcement agency
You have successfully completed a POST-approved field training program.
You have a Class C California driver’s license at the time of appointment with satisfactory driving record.

RECRUITMENT PROCESS

Step 1 Apply

Submit your application at www.fremont.gov/cityjobs.

Step 2 Personal History Questionnaire

Step 3 Lieutenant’s Panel Interview

Step 4 Polygraph

Step 5 Background

Step 6 Executive Panel Interview with the Chief and Captains

Step 7 Conditional Job Offer

Final job offer is dependent on the Medical and Psychological evaluations.

Click to see the detailed recruitment process.

If you have a specific question about your application, we’re available on live chat from:

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