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Are you interested in gaining valuable work experience in the field of law enforcement? The San Mateo County Sheriff's Office is now accepting applications for the 2025 Sheriff's Summer Internship Program!

The Summer Internship Program will run for 12 weeks from June 9 to August 29, 2025. The Sheriff’s Office is searching for up to 20 Summer Interns to perform a variety of administrative functions throughout the following divisions of our office:

• Corrections
• Court Security & Transportation
• Criminal Records
• Emergency Services
• Fiscal / Accounting
• Forensic Lab
• Patrol
• Property & Evidence
• Sheriff’s Activities League
• Technical Services
• Training

Interns will work a maximum of 20 hours per week. Work schedules will fall during the standard work week -- Monday through Friday, between the hours of 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. There may be room for scheduling flexibility to be further discussed during the placement portion of the hiring process.

IMPORTANT NOTE: Candidates selected to fill these internship positions must submit to a thorough pre-employment background investigation prior to receiving a final offer of employment.

Examples Of Duties:

• Support assigned unit/division in its operations
• Answer telephones
• Proofread reports and flyers
• Prepare correspondence and materials for meetings and presentations   
• Enter, analyze, and monitor data
• Maintain office supply inventory
• Scan and file documents
• Develop and prepare forms, records, reports, spreadsheets, and schedules

Qualifications:

To apply, the following criteria must be met:

• A high school diploma or equivalent educational certification is required.
• Applicants should possess the legal right to work in the United States.
• Successful completion of a comprehensive background investigation is required for employment.
• Interns assigned to roles in the Forensic Lab, Correctional Facilities, or working with youth must participate in a medical clearance process prior to hire.

Ideal Candidates will possess:

• Strong computer skills (Microsoft Office experience preferred)
• Excellent organizational skills and keen attention to detail
• Strong customer service and teamwork skills
• Ability to adapt to rapidly changing priorities  
• Excellent oral and written communication skills   
• Ability to maintain confidentiality
• Desire to learn and share knowledge with others

Strong preference will be given to candidates actively pursuing an education or career in law enforcement or a related field.

Application/Examination:

If you are interested in being considered for this Internship, please submit the following items in Word or PDF format via email.

1. Resume
2. Cover Letter that covers the following topics:
   1. Why you are interested in a Summer Internship with the San Mateo County Sheriff’s Office
   2. Why you are the ideal candidate for this position
   3. Your current or anticipated course of study and/or your work experience that aligns with a career in law enforcement
   4. Which division of the Sheriff’s Office you would prefer to work in and why
3. A copy of your high school diploma or equivalent educational certification 

Please include the words "Sheriff's Office - Summer Intern 2025" in the subject line of the email submission. Please send the required materials via email to:

Dorothy Brandt, Management Analyst - Sheriff's Office

Email: dhalley@smcgov.org

Application materials will be reviewed as they are received, and well-qualified candidates will be contacted by the Sheriff's Office for an interview. Applicants who meet the minimum qualifications are not guaranteed advancement through any subsequent phase of the examination.

Apply immediately. Application materials will be accepted until the positions are filled. This posting is open on a continuous basis and selections may be made at any time within the process.

NOTE: Application materials are only accepted via e-mail. Materials sent via regular mail and/or fax will not be accepted. Submittals that do not include all required elements (Resume, Cover Letter, and Proof of Education) will not be considered.

The City of Woodland Police Department is looking for candidates who possess a current California POST Basic Academy Certificate or are currently enrolled in a California POST basic police academy.  Police Officer positions with the City of Woodland are filled from an eligibility list.  A description of the position, duties, and qualifications is available from the City Human Resources Office or online at www.cityofwoodland.org/employment.

ABOUT THE POLICE DEPARTMENT

The Woodland Police Department is staffed with 71 sworn officers, 18 professional employees, and 8 part-time temporary professional employees. Our staffing is expected to expand in size as the City grows. The Department is managed by a Chief of Police, a Deputy Chief, 4 Lieutenants, 10 Sergeants, and a Police Records Supervisor. The Department has three Bureaus; Patrol, Investigations, and Community Relations. Police Officers are assigned to all Bureaus where they work in various capacities and teams.   Within the Bureaus are many specialty units including K-9, Traffic/Motors, School Resource Officers, Gang Task Force, Detectives, and Homeless Outreach Street Team.  There are a number of collateral duties available to officers including SWAT, Crisis Negotiations Team, Field Training Officer, Honor Guard, Arrest & Control Instructors, Firearms Instructors, Gang Resistance Education, and Training (G.R.E.A.T) instructors, Social Media Team, Recruitment, and Bicycle Patrol. The Woodland Police Department prides itself on being a service-orientated agency using a Community Oriented Policing model and Intelligence-Led Policing (ILP) strategy. The Woodland Police Department welcomes and practices constant community engagement, outreach, and activism. The City's Police Activities League (PAL) was formed and is led by Woodland Police personnel who place an emphasis on providing accessible and healthy activities for the city's youth.

ABOUT THE CITY

Woodland is a city of approximately 60,000 residents. Incorporated in 1871, Woodland is conveniently located on I-5 just 12 miles northwest of Sacramento and 9 miles north of U.C. Davis. Woodland’s primary business is agriculture and light industrial, including distribution centers for Target, True Value, Payless, and Walgreens. Woodland has a community college, 2 senior high schools, 2 junior high schools, and 12 elementary schools in the public school district, supplemented by 5 private schools, grades K through 12. The area offers various recreation possibilities: water skiing and boating on the Sacramento River, Lake Berryessa, and Lake Folsom; skiing in the Sierras, hunting, and fishing; five golf courses; and many other youth and adult-oriented recreations.

DEADLINE TO APPLY: Apply by Friday, June 13, 2025 at 11:59PM.

THE POSITION:

The City of Hayward is excited to announce its recruitment for the position of Jail Supervisor. Under the direction of the Jail Administrator, incumbents perform the most difficult and responsible types of duties including providing technical and functional supervision over jail personnel. Employees at this level are required to be fully trained in all procedures related to assigned area of responsibility. 

To plan, assign and review the work of assigned jail personnel; to perform duties related to the booking, searching and monitoring of prisoners; and to assist with other non sworn police activities as necessary. This is an advanced journey level class. Employees perform the most difficult and responsible types of duties including providing technical and functional supervision over jail personnel. Employees at this level are required to be fully trained in all procedures related to assigned area of responsibility.

You are:

The ideal candidate will be committed to providing excellent service and possess the ability to multi-task several duties while supervising staff and ensuring health and safety standards in a secure Type I jail facility. The candidate should have experience training and evaluating others, completing administrative reports, and understanding the principles of report writing. Successful completion of the “Correction Officer Supervisor Course” issued by the State of California Standards and Training for Correction Program or Peace Officer Standards and Training Supervisory Course is highly desired.
 

Essential Duties:

What you will do: 
Duties may include but are not limited to the following:

• Plan, assign and review the work of assigned jail personnel.
• Evaluates performance of assigned jail personnel; work with employees to correct deficiencies; implement disciplinary procedures; and counsels employees.
• Approves days off and vacation requests from jail personnel and coordinates replacements for vacancies; schedules emergency and short-term assignments for the jail.
• Assists in the development and implementation of new policies, procedures, programs and goals/objectives for the jail facility.
• Assists in identifying training needs and the design of training programs; supervises and/or provides training to employees assigned to the jail adhering to the laws pertaining to a Type I jail facility.
• Train and develop assigned personnel; maintain awareness of new procedures related to prisoner incarceration.
• Book prisoners into the jail; prepare paperwork on prisoners; fingerprint and photograph prisoners.
• Maintain light security of the jail; separate prisoners as necessary.
• Verify warrants and criminal history of prisoners on law enforcement computer systems.
• Transport prisoners to court or other jail facilities.
• Respond to the public inquiries on the phone and in person and provide information as appropriate.
• Deliver prescribed medication to prisoners.
• Inventory and order jail supplies and food.
• May be assigned to act in the absence of the Jail Administrator.
• Perform related duties as assigned.

Link to full job description: Jail Supervisor


CORE COMPETENCIES  

Knowledge of:  

• Assigning and reviewing the work of others.
• Pertinent laws, rules and regulations regarding a Type I jail facility
• Modern office procedures and computer equipment related to jail and court processing.
• Principles of report writing.
• Safe work practices related to Type I jail facility.

Ability to: 

• Plan and assign the work of others.
• Train staff in jail operations and safety.
• Prepare paperwork and reports on prisoner behavior.
• Communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing.
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work.
• Operate modern office equipment including computer equipment, specialized software application programs and assigned equipment.

JOB RELATED AND ESSENTIAL QUALIFICATIONS 

Minimum Qualifications:

You have: 
Any combination of education and experience that would likely provide the required knowledge and abilities is qualifying.  A typical way to obtain the knowledge and abilities would be:

Experience: Two (2) years of increasingly responsible experience performing duties as a jailer in a department similar to the Hayward Police Department.

Education: Equivalent to the completion of the twelfth grade.

License: Possession of a valid Class C California driver's license at time of appointment.

Must possess a Basic Corrections Officer Academy Certificate from a certified Standards and Training for Corrections (STC) academy.

Must possess or obtain, during the probationary, certificates for the "Correction Officer Supervisor Course" issued by the State of California Standards and Training for Correction Program or the Peace Officer Standards and Training Supervisory Course.

OTHER REQUIREMENTS 

Essential duties require the mental and/or physical ability to: work in a standard office and jail facility environment; drive to various locations to transport prisoners; perform repetitive hand movements and fine coordination to book prisoners and prepare documents and data using a computer keyboard and mouse/trackball, use standard office equipment; sit for prolonged periods of time; stand, walk, reach, twist, turn, kneel, bend, squat and stoop in the performance of booking prisoners; converse by telephone and in person, and be clearly understood; interact with the public and all different levels of City staff in a professional manner; and safely lift, carry and maneuver property, boxes, or files weighing up to 35 pounds.

Supplemental Information:

BENEFITS AND REWARDS:

Depending on employee group, some of these benefits may include:

• Vacation - 80 hours minimum
• 15.5 Paid Holidays
• Generous employer contribution for Health, Dental and Vision coverage
• CalPERS Defined Benefit Retirement Plan (2.5% at 55 for Classic CalPERS members | 2.0% at 62 for New CalPERS members | 3.0% at 50 for Classic Safety members | 2.7% at 57 for New Safety Members) - No Social Security participation.
• Life and Disability Insurance and Paid Leave
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Health and Wellness Reimbursement
• Professional Development Reimbursement
• 457 Deferred Compensation Plan (employee paid)

SELECTION PROCEDURE

Candidates must submit a completed City of Hayward job application, which fully describe the nature of their professional experience and qualifications. Be sure to scan and attach a copy of your Basic Corrections Officer Academy Certificate from a certified Standards and Training for Corrections (STC) academy to your on-line application; certificates may also be emailed to amber.davis@hayward-ca.gov no later than Friday, June 13, 2025 at 11:59 PM.  Applications submitted without all required materials will not be considered.

Apply - Submit a completed City of Hayward job application, license, and responses to the Supplemental Questionnaire, which fully describe the nature of their professional experience and qualifications.

Application Review - 

A. Minimum qualifications

           B. Completion of pre-background survey
The rating of the supplemental questions may determine application status and/or rank on the eligible list. Applications submitted without all required materials will not be considered.

Job Related Testing -

Supplemental Questionnaire - Tentatively Scheduled for mid/late June 2025

The examination process will result in a ranked eligible register of candidates for hiring consideration by the department derived from any of the exam processes mentioned above.

Department Interviews - Actual hire depends on success in the departmental selection process.
 

Backgrounds - Will include employment history, personal references, criminal history, credit history, a polygraph examination, medical examination, drug urinalysis test, and a written and oral psychological examination. During the background process, you will be fingerprinted, and your fingerprints will be sent to the California Department of Justice (DOJ) and the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI). The resulting report of your conviction history (if any) will be used to determine whether the nature of your conviction conflicts with the specific duties and responsibilities of the position. If a conflict exists, you will be asked to present any evidence of rehabilitation that may mitigate the conflict, except when federal or state regulations bar employment in specific circumstances. Having a conviction history does not automatically preclude you from a job with City of Hayward. 

 A.  Disqualifying Factors

In addition to the definition of disqualifying criminal acts as defined by Cal. Gov. Code § 1029, applicants who have engaged in “Serious Misconduct” as defined by Cal. Pen. Code § 13510.8 are ineligible to be employed as a peace officer in the State of California.

Applicants will be notified electronically via Government Jobs as to their status in the selection process.  It is the responsibility of the applicant to ensure they can receive email notice from Neogov/Government Jobs and the City of Hayward.

The City of Hayward reserves the right to modify the selection process as necessary to conform to administrative or business necessity.

APPLICATIONSCandidates are encouraged to apply online at www.hayward-ca.gov under the Current Vacancies tab or at www.GovernmentJobs.com.  Paper applications can be obtained by visiting the Human Resources Department at Hayward City Hall located at 777 B Street, Hayward, CA  94541.  Office hours are Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. 

Apply prior to the closing time of the job announcement and allow at least one (1) hour to submit your application if you are a new user to the system.  Our on-line application system is provided by Government Jobs. If you have problems while applying online, please contact the Government Jobs Help Desk at  (855) 524-5627.
 

The City of Hayward is an Equal Opportunity Employer

&

A Certified Age Friendly Employer

Learn more about the mission of the Age Friendly Institute here

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WHY JOIN THE REDWOOD CITY TEAM?

We offer a wide range of meaningful career opportunities with potential for growth, training and development, competitive salaries, flexible work schedules, paid time off, and robust benefits. The Redwood City team is guided by the core values of excellence, integrity, service, collaboration, inclusion and innovation.  Inherent in these values is a great organizational culture based on trust, strong and supportive leadership, respect, risk-taking, empowerment, and effective communication. The community is known for its inclusivity, strong engaged neighborhoods, and civic pride.

The City works diligently to maintain positive and productive relationships with community partners, together providing outstanding services, programs and opportunities for residents and businesses. This mix of tradition and progress, community and diversity, makes Redwood City an extraordinary place to work and call home. If you’re looking to grow your career as a part of a hard-working and fun Police Department team that fosters innovation, creativity and collaboration, we hope you’ll apply.

As a Police Lieutenant / Police Lieutenant Advanced you will be responsible for planning and managing the activities and operations of the assigned areas; coordinating assigned activities with other divisions, outside agencies, and the general public; and providing highly responsible and complex staff assistance to the Police Captains and the Office of the Chief of Police.  

REVIEW THE JOB ANNOUNCEMENT

Please click on the job announcement pdf file below to review the recruitment information.

• A complete application is required.
• Submit your application online via CalOpps by Sunday, June 15, 2025.

The City of Woodland Police Department is looking for lateral officer candidates who are currently employed as a California peace officer, have two years of experience and possess a California POST Basic Certificate or are have formerly been employed as a California peace officer, possess a California POST Basic Certificate and have not had more than a three-year break in service as a California Peace Officer. Police Officer positions with the City of Woodland are filled from an eligibility list.  A description of the position, duties, and qualifications is available from the City Human Resources Office or online at www.cityofwoodland.org/employment.

ABOUT THE POLICE DEPARTMENT

The Woodland Police Department is staffed with 72 sworn officers, 18 professional employees, and 8 part-time temporary professional employees. Our staffing is expected to expand in size as the City grows. The Department is managed by a Chief of Police, a Deputy Chief, 3 Lieutenants, 10 Sergeants, and a Police Records Supervisor. The Department has three Bureaus; Patrol, Investigations, and Community Relations. Police Officers are assigned to all Bureaus where they work in various capacities and teams.   Within the Bureaus are many specialty units including K-9, Traffic/Motors, School Resource Officers, Gang Task Force, Detectives, and Homeless Outreach Street Team.  There are a number of collateral duties available to officers including SWAT, Crisis Negotiations Team, Field Training Officer, Honor Guard, Arrest & Control Instructors, Firearms Instructors, Gang Resistance Education, and Training (G.R.E.A.T) instructors, Social Media Team, Recruitment, and Bicycle Patrol. The Woodland Police Department prides itself on being a service-orientated agency using a Community Oriented Policing model and Intelligence-Led Policing (ILP) strategy. The Woodland Police Department welcomes and practices constant community engagement, outreach, and activism. The City's Police Activities League (PAL) was formed and is led by Woodland Police personnel who place an emphasis on providing accessible and healthy activities for the city's youth.

ABOUT THE CITY

Woodland is a city of approximately 60,000 residents. Incorporated in 1871, Woodland is conveniently located on I-5 just 12 miles northwest of Sacramento and 9 miles north of U.C. Davis. Woodland’s primary business is agriculture and light industrial, including distribution centers for Target, True Value, Payless, and Walgreens. Woodland has a community college, 2 senior high schools, 2 junior high schools, and 12 elementary schools in the public school district, supplemented by 5 private schools, grades K through 12. The area offers various recreation possibilities: water skiing and boating on the Sacramento River, Lake Berryessa, and Lake Folsom; skiing in the Sierras, hunting, and fishing; five golf courses; and many other youth and adult-oriented recreations.

The City of Auburn is looking for quality individuals to serve the community as a part-time, seasonal Police Officer Reserve I.

We are looking for individuals who are seeking to serve our community. Successful candidates are motivated, self-starters with a strong desire to learn and work as a team. The incumbent will professionally, positively, and effectively represent the Auburn Police Department.

The Auburn Police Department

We are dedicated to the community and the citizens of Auburn. Staffed by sworn and professional staff, the Department provides police personnel opportunities in patrol services, investigative services, special assignments, dispatch, records and administration.

Find out more at: https://www.auburn.ca.gov/168/Police.

Recruitment and Selection Process

This position requires a current POST-certified Basic Training Academy graduation certificate. Only those candidates who have the best combination of qualifications in relation to the needs of the Department will continue in the selection process. Meeting the minimum qualifications does not guarantee an invitation to the process.

The recruitment process include may include an oral board interview exam, Chief’s interview and/or other related components. This position is subject to the California POST minimum selection standards. The selected candidate will be required to complete a comprehensive, job-related background investigation, live scan check, pre-placement medical examination, psychological evaluation and/or other appropriate, related components.

Human Resources will make reasonable efforts in the examination process to accommodate persons with disabilities.  Please advise HR of any special needs a minimum of five days in advance of the selection process exam by calling (530) 823-4211 ext. 114.  The City of Auburn is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

The information contained herein is subject to change and does not constitute either an expressed or implied contract.

**NEW** Vacation Accrual/Advancement: Newly hired Enhance Lateral Police Officers may, at the discretion of the City Manager and based on justification provided by the appointing department, receive a one-time advancement of up to 40 hours of vacation leave.

*$84,403.32 - $113,108.52 Advertised salary range does not include 17.5% of Incentive Pay. Employees may be eligible for incentive pay as follows:

-Education Incentive Pay up to 10% described below:

• POST Intermediate Certificate: 2.5% of base salary

           And/or

• POST Advanced Certificate: 2.5% of base salary

           And/or

• Completion of 60 college semester units or AA/AS degree: 2.5% of base salary

            And/or

• Completion of 120 college semester units or BA/BS degree: 2.5% of base salary

-Bilingual Pay: 2.5% of base salary

-Officer in Charge/Field Training Officer/Investigator: 5% of base salary

Total estimated potential incentive pay: 17.5%

Base Salary range with all incentives: $99,173.90 - $132,902.51

Additional Incentive Pay:

Physical Fitness Program: $70-$120 per month + Wellness Incentive of $50 per month

Uniform Allowance: $1,200 per Fiscal Year

The Dixon Police Department is committed to providing a full range of public safety services to the City of Dixon. The Department is growing with the City and has career opportunities in patrol, investigations, canine, traffic enforcement, tactical operations, and crisis negotiations. The Dixon Police Department is progressive law enforcement agency committed to the core values of service, honesty and integrity, accountability and respect. The City offers a challenging and rewarding opportunity for qualified applicants pursuing a law enforcement career. Dixon Police Officers are responsible for a wide variety of generalist police services. Opportunities for specialization and advancement are also available. The Dixon Police Department operates on a rotating 12-hour shift schedule.

$30,000 hiring incentive

SELECTION PROCESS:  Apply immediately and include all required documents at the time application is submitted.  Applications and supplemental questions will be reviewed and screened, and the most qualified candidates will be invited to continue in the examination process. The process includes a Personal History Statement (PHS) review, interview, Poly exam, extensive personal background investigation, credit history, pre-employment medical, with drug test, and psychological assessments.

Failure of any component during the exam process eliminates the candidate from further selection processing.

EMPLOYMENT PROCESSING:  All appointees are required to complete a field training program and successfully complete an 18-month probationary period, and in accordance with Federal law, are to provide proof of identity and proof that they may legally work in the United States.

VETERAN'S PREFERENCE POINTS will be applied. A copy of the DD214 form must be filed at the time of application.

The City of Dixon is an EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER. Reasonable Accommodation in the application, examination and selection process will be made upon request by calling 707-678-7000. 

Please check your spam folder to be sure that it will accept emails from CalOpps.  All correspondence is done through this system. Please DO NOT email at any time during this process as this correspondence does not come back to our agency. 

*** This recruitment is for academy graduates and lateral officers only. ***

The Dixon Police Department is committed to providing a full range of public safety services to the City of Dixon. The Department is growing with the City and has career opportunities in patrol, investigations, canine, traffic enforcement, tactical operations, and crisis negotiations. The Dixon Police Department is progressive law enforcement agency committed to the core values of service, honesty and integrity, accountability and respect.

$10,000 hiring incentive available, see 'Benefits' section for details.

THE POSITION: The Dixon Police Department is recruiting to fill full-time Police Officer positions at either the Academy Graduate Level or Lateral Level, as well as establish an employment eligibility list for future possible use. The City offers a challenging and rewarding opportunity for qualified applicants pursuing a law enforcement career. Dixon Police Officers are responsible for a wide variety of generalist police services. Opportunities for specialization and advancement are also available. The Dixon Police Department operates on a 12-hour shift schedule.

SELECTION PROCESS:  Apply immediately and include all required documents at the time application is submitted.  Applications and supplemental questions will be reviewed and screened, and the most qualified candidates will be invited to continue in the examination process. The process includes a Personal History Statement (PHS) review, interview, Poly exam, extensive personal background investigation, credit history, pre-employment medical, with drug test, and psychological assessments.

Failure of any component during the exam process eliminates the candidate from further selection processing.

EMPLOYMENT PROCESSING:  All appointees are required to complete a field training program and successfully complete an 18-month probationary period, and in accordance with Federal law, are to provide proof of identity and proof that they may legally work in the United States.

VETERAN'S PREFERENCE POINTS will be applied. A copy of the DD214 form must be filed at the time of application.

The City of Dixon is an EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER. Reasonable Accommodation in the application, examination and selection process will be made upon request by calling 707-678-7000. 

Please check your spam folder to be sure that it will accept emails from CalOpps.  All correspondence is done through this system. Please DO NOT email at any time during this process as this correspondence does not come back to our agency. 

HAVE YOU EVER DREAMED OF BECOMING A POLICE OFFICER?

NOW IS YOUR CHANCE!

The City of Sausalito Invites Applications for the Position of

POLICE OFFICER TRAINEE

Pay: $35.31 Hourly during academy attendance

$91,811 Annually upon successful completion of the academy

Hiring Bonus $5,000 upon Academy Graduation, and $5,000 after successful completion of Probationary Period ($10,000 total)

Upon successful completion of POST Academy, the position becomes a full-time probationary Police Officer position

OPEN UNTIL FILLED

The City of Sausalito Police Department is seeking empathetic, driven, collaborative Police Officer Trainees. The Police Officer Trainee learns to enforce Federal, State, and local laws and to respond to calls for the protection of life and property by attending a basic Peace Officer Standards and Training (POST) certified training academy to obtain the basic skills and fitness level necessary for the performance of Police Officer duties. This position requires a thorough background investigation, a polygraph/voice stress analysis examination, a psychological assessment, and a medical exam prior to appointment.