San Diego Police Department

Mission

To maintain public safety by providing the highest quality police services to all of our communities.

Vision

The San Diego Police Department strives to advance the highest levels of public safety, trust, and professionalism by strengthening community partnership through fair and impartial policing while fostering employee enrichment and growth to ensure we remain America’s Finest police department.

Values

Human Life


Our efforts will be oriented toward the goal of protecting human life and ensuring everyone has the opportunity to thrive.

Integrity


Our actions will be guided by the highest level of virtue and ethical practice through open communication and transparency.

Partnerships


We will work collaboratively with our community to resolve challenges, protect individual rights, and promote prosperity.

Diversity


We embrace and appreciate the unique experiences and backgrounds that provide strength and unity to our organization.

Employee Enrichment


We will provide for the professional development and wellness of our employees through access to ongoing training and a robust employee wellness program. Through these commitments, we will continually advance the professional knowledge, personal growth and career longevity of our employees.

Compassion


We will strive to show genuine concern for one another in both our interactions with the community and within our organization. We recognize that the complexities of life compel us to do nothing less.

Innovation


We are committed to leading the law enforcement community through innovative practices in order to maintain our position at the forefront of policing.

Courageous Justice


We will be undeterred in our pursuit of fairness, peace, and a genuine well-being for all people.

Oct 01, 2026
Full time
$76,170 - $79,706 yearly
San Diego Police Department San Diego, CA
JOB INFORMATION JOIN THE SDPD TEAM TODAY!!! Please read through the entire bulletin for important information.   Veteran friendly employer!   You served our country and worked hard to earn your GI Bill benefits; it's time to let them work for you.  Not to worry, the San Diego Police Department (SDPD) honors your service and sacrifice.  In addition to great pay and benefits, SDPD is certified by the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) to train veterans and eligible persons under 38 U.S.C. 3675.   For which SDPD can certify candidates who are eligible to receive VA education benefits under the on-the job-training (OJT) program while employed by SDPD to attend a paid California POST approved Police Academy and up to a year after graduation while completing the field training program and SDPD probation period. Do you have a strong dedication to public service? If you do, a career with the San Diego Police Department may be for you!  A...
Oct 01, 2026
Full time
$85,405 - $93,725 yearly
San Diego Police Department San Diego, CA
JOB INFORMATION APPLICANTS ARE ENCOURAGED TO APPLY TO THE FOLLOWING RELATED RECRUITMENT(S): Police Officer II JOIN THE SDPD TEAM TODAY!!!   Please read through the entire bulletin for important information.   Veteran friendly employer!  You served our country and worked hard to earn your GI Bill benefits, it's time to let them work for you.  Not to worry, the San Diego Police Department (SDPD) honors your service and sacrifice.  In addition to great pay and benefits, SDPD is certified by the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) to train veterans and eligible persons under 38 U.S.C. 3675.  For which SDPD can certify candidates who are eligible to receive VA education benefits under the on-the job-training (OJT) program while employed by SDPD to attend a paid California POST approved Police Academy and up to a year after graduation while completing the field training program and SDPD probation period.   Do you have a strong...
Oct 01, 2026
Full time
$108,763 - $119,725 yearly
San Diego Police Department San Diego, CA
JOB INFORMATION APPLICANTS ARE ENCOURAGED TO APPLY TO THE FOLLOWING RELATED RECRUITMENT(S): Police Officer I JOIN THE SDPD TEAM TODAY!!!   Please read through the entire bulletin for important information.   Veteran friendly employer!  You served our country and worked hard to earn your GI Bill benefits, it's time to let them work for you.   Not to worry, the San Diego Police Department (SDPD) honors your service and sacrifice.  In addition to great pay and benefits, SDPD is certified by the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) to train veterans and eligible persons under 38 U.S.C. 3675.   For which SDPD can certify candidates who are eligible to receive VA education benefits under the on-the job-training (OJT) program while employed by SDPD to attend a paid California POST approved Police Academy and up to a year after graduation while completing the field training program and SDPD probation period.   Do you have a strong...
Oct 01, 2026
Full time
$63,398 - $76,440 yearly
San Diego Police Department San Diego, CA
JOB INFORMATION   See NOTES below for future wage increases and/or additional compensation opportunities. APPLICANTS ARE ENCOURAGED TO APPLY TO OTHER ACTIVE DISPATCHER RECRUITMENTS, AS VACANCIES MAY BE FILLED UTILIZING ANY CURRENT DISPATCHER ELIGIBLE LISTS ( DISPATCHER II AND  FIRE DISPATCHER ) .   YOU WILL BE REQUIRED TO PASS A COMPUTER-BASED PERFORMANCE TEST TO BE CONSIDERED FOR DISPATCHER I POSITIONS.     MULTI-TASKING SKILLS AND THE ABILITY TO MAKE QUICK DECISIONS ARE ESSENTIAL TO BE A SUCCESSFUL DISPATCHER.   FOR POSITIONS IN THE POLICE DEPARTMENT, SELECTED CANDIDATES WILL UNDERGO A COMPREHENSIVE CHARACTER AND BACKGROUND INVESTIGATION, INCLUDING A POLYGRAPH EXAMINATION AND FINGERPRINT CHECK PRIOR TO HIRE. FELONY CONVICTIONS, DOMESTIC VIOLENCE CONVICTIONS, OR USE OF ANY ILLEGAL DRUGS MAY BE DISQUALIFYING. FOR ADDITIONAL INFORMATION, REFER TO THE FOLLOWING LINK:    All Dispatcher I positions , under general...
Oct 01, 2026
Full time
$69,742 - $84,178 yearly
San Diego Police Department San Diego, CA
JOB INFORMATION See NOTES below for future wage increases and/or additional compensation opportunities.                                                *** THIS IS NOT AN ENTRY-LEVEL DISPATCHER POSITION *** APPLICANTS ARE ENCOURAGED TO APPLY TO OTHER DISPATCHER RECRUITMENTS, AS VACANCIES MAY BE FILLED UTILIZING ANY CURRENT DISPATCHER ELIGIBLE LISTS ( DISPATCHER I AND FIRE DISPATCHER ) . YOU WILL BE REQUIRED TO PASS A COMPUTER-BASED PERFORMANCE TEST TO BE CONSIDERED FOR DISPATCHER II POSITIONS.    MULTI-TASKING SKILLS AND THE ABILITY TO MAKE QUICK DECISIONS ARE ESSENTIAL TO BE A SUCCESSFUL DISPATCHER.    FOR POSITIONS IN THE POLICE DEPARTMENT, SELECTED CANDIDATES WILL UNDERGO A COMPREHENSIVE CHARACTER AND BACKGROUND INVESTIGATION, INCLUDING A POLYGRAPH EXAMINATION AND FINGERPRINT CHECK PRIOR TO HIRE. FELONY CONVICTIONS,...