Oakland Police Department OPD

The City of Oakland is an equal-opportunity employer that values workforce diversity, inclusion, and equity. Oakland has a long history of activism around issues of justice and equity. Both oppression and this resistance to oppression have shaped the city’s historical roots and the lives of its residents to this day.

As public servants in one of the most diverse cities in the nation, we strive to develop employees who understand the harm and impacts of systemic inequity to create lasting, meaningful outcomes for everyone. Oakland strives to establish an environment that embraces the richness of culture, community, and individualism of employees.

 

Martin Rivera

Jun 27, 2025
Full time
$7,284 monthly
Oakland Police Department OPD Oakland, CA, USA
The Position The City of Oakland is an equal-opportunity employer that values workforce diversity, inclusion, and equity. Oakland has a long history of activism around issues of justice and equity. Both oppression and this resistance to oppression have shaped the city’s historical roots and the lives of its residents to this day. As public servants in one of the most diverse cities in the nation, we strive to develop employees who understand the harm and impacts of systemic inequity to create lasting,  meaningful outcomes for everyone. Oakland strives to establish an environment that embraces the richness of culture, community, and individualism of employees.       Exam Number:  23-PS169-10/OCT 194B The Oakland Police Department is hiring Police Officer Trainees. The ideal candidate will have the education and experience that demonstrate personal motivation, interest in others, and the ability to deal effectively and fairly with...
Jun 27, 2025
Full time
$107,307 yearly
Oakland Police Department OPD Oakland, CA, USA
The City of Oakland is accepting applications for an exciting opportunity in the Oakland Police Department's Communications Division.  Come and join a wonderful team of professionals dedicated to serving the citizens of Oakland. Start an exciting career and become a 9-1-1 Dispatcher!   Police Communications Dispatchers receive approximately one year of on-the-job training and must attend a POST-certified basic dispatcher course. During training, working hours and days off vary. Dispatchers may work any of the three shifts in a 24-hour period; may be required to work a schedule with rotating days off; often work weekends, holidays, and overtime as required by emergencies or Departmental needs. This is a public contact position. We are looking for someone who:  possess the ability to act promptly, logically, and decisively. can communicate clearly. is able to read, comprehend and retain information. will maintain a calm and professional demeanor...
Jun 27, 2025
Full time
$107,307 yearly
Oakland Police Department OPD Oakland, CA, USA
Are you an  experienced  Police Dispatcher ? The City of Oakland is accepting applications to join the Oakland Police Department Communications Division. Come and join a wonderful team of professionals dedicated to serving the citizens of Oakland. Continue your dispatch career with the City of Oakland!   During training, working hours and days off vary. Dispatchers may work any of the three shifts in a 24-hour period; may be required to work a schedule with rotating days off; often work weekends, holidays, and overtime as required by emergencies or Departmental needs. This is a public contact position. We are looking for someone who:  possesses the ability to act promptly, logically, and decisively; can communicate clearly; is able to read, comprehend and retain information; will maintain a calm and professional demeanor even under stressful situations; has the ability to adapt to changing situations; is able to multi-task; is...