The Sacramento Police Department has embarked on a recruiting campaign designed to ensure the highest quality candidates can apply. Former policies included a mandate on formal education credits as well as a ban on visible tattoos; both restrictions have been amended. The college education requirement has been waived for applicants with applicable military service, and visible arm tattoos are now allowed in uniform.  

To launch the initiative #BeTheDifference, the Sacramento Police Department has released a recruiting video that can be seen here: https://youtu.be/xaRXwnndydg.

The Police Department is actively recruiting for numerous positions. These jobs include sworn police officers and professional staff:

·         Police Officer

·         Police Recruit

·         Community Service Officer

·         Dispatcher Recruit

·         Dispatcher

·         Forensic Investigator (CSI)

·         Public Safety Information Technology

·         Administrative Analyst

·         Cadets

·         Student Trainee

Most are career-oriented positions within the city and police department. The Community Service Officer (CSO), Cadet, and Student Trainee positions are designed to help students meet the requirements to enter the police academy. Other career offerings, such as Forensic Investigators and Dispatchers, are designed to kick-start rewarding careers with the department immediately.

In addition, the professional staff opportunities, such as Administrative Analysts and Public Safety Information Technologists (IT) are instrumental to the safety and security of the residents of the City of Sacramento.

The Sacramento Police Department is dedicated to finding quality candidates to work with the community to enhance the quality of life in our city. Those interested can visit the recruiting web page at www.joinsacpd.org or call 916-808-0880 7 days a week, 7 a.m. to 5 p.m.