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Redwood City police department

We are a progressive police department which recognizes that by working in a partnership with our community, we can best meet our goals of protecting life and property, improving the quality of life, and reducing crime and the fear of crime. The Department's motto is "Providing Excellent Service with Integrity and Respect."

positions

police officer Trainee

Earn Up to $139,000/yr. while in the Police Academy

Police Officer Trainees will be registered for the Basic Police Academy course to meet POST training mandates. Upon completion, they transition to Police Officer roles and enter the Field Training Program. The Redwood City Police Department emphasizes community policing and seeks candidates dedicated to providing excellent service with integrity and respect.

Minimum Qualifications

Education:

  • Completion of 30 semester units from an accredited college or university (60 units or more is preferred).
    REQUIRED:
    Attach a copy of college transcripts to application.

License or Certificate:

  • Possession of a valid California driver’s license maintaining a satisfactory driving record.

Other Requirements:

  • Must be 21 years old by the examination date.

  • Physically capable of passing the California P.O.S.T. medical examination job requirements.

  • Meet all regulatory requirements for becoming a Peace Officer with a California P.O.S.T. agency, including having taken the PelletB exam or the Physical Agility (WSTB) exam administered by The Academy at South Bay Regional Public Safety Training."
    Pre-Employment Testing and Training - The Academy

  • Ability to perform the duties of a Police Officer observe and recall accurately; use and care for firearms; think and act quickly in emergencies; learn, understand, and interpret laws and regulations; understand and carry out oral and written directions; prepare concise and comprehensive written reports; and establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with those contacted in the course of work.

Entry Level Police Officer

Earn Up to $146,000/yr. *after six months of employment

The City of Redwood City is currently accepting applications for entry level Police Officer candidates who are either currently attending, have recently been accepted to, or have successfully graduated from an accredited California P.O.S.T. Academy, and have less than one year of sworn law enforcement experience.

Minimum Qualifications

Education:

  • Completion of 30 semester units from an accredited college or university (60 units or more is preferred).
    REQUIRED:
    Attach a copy of college transcripts to application.

License or Certificate:

  • Possession of a valid California driver's license and satisfactory driving record.

Other Requirements:

  • Currently enrolled in or have successfully graduated from an accredited California P.O.S.T. approved basic academy (or California P.O.S.T. approved equivalent).

  • Physically capable of passing the California P.O.S.T. medical examination job requirements.

  • Meet all regulatory requirements for becoming a Peace Officer with a California P.O.S.T. agency.

Lateral police officer

Earn Up to $238,000/yr. with all Incentives

As a progressive police department, we seek to employ officers with a broad spectrum of experience and education, whose diverse backgrounds will help us deliver premier law enforcement services focused on community-based policing, public engagement and outreach, and collaborative problem-solving strategies. We recognize that excellent customer service, community partnerships and responsiveness to our communities’ needs are the foundation of superior police service.

Minimum Qualifications

Education, Training & Experience:

  • Possess a California P.O.S.T. basic, intermediate, or advanced certificate.

  • Completion of 30 semester units from an accredited college or university (60 units or more is preferred).

  • Valid California driver’s license and satisfactory driving record.

  • Physically capable of passing the California P.O.S.T. medical examination job requirements.

  • Meet all regulatory requirements for becoming a Peace Officer with a California P.O.S.T. agency.

To be considered for a Lateral Police Officer appointment, candidates must have:

  • Minimum of 12 months continuous experience as a sworn California law enforcement officer including successful completion of the employing agency probation period. Three or more years of experience is desirable.

  • Well-established record of distinguished service and have consistently demonstrated excellence in their assignments as law enforcement officers.

Communications Dispatcher

Earn Up to $61 an Hour

The Redwood City Police Department’s communications center has a staff of 11 Communications Dispatchers, 2 Lead Dispatchers, 5 Per-diem dispatchers and 1 Communications Supervisor.  Together they process over 130,000 phone calls that come into the center annually and create about 88,000 calls for service.  The Communications Dispatchers use a variety of technology to process calls for service including a sophisticated phone, computer aided dispatch system and mapping software.

 The current technology in use in the center allows us to answer traditional landlines, wireless and text to 9-1-1 calls. We are working closely with the State of California to prepare our system for a NextGen9-1-1 technology implementation.  The Redwood City Dispatchers manage emergency and non-emergency requests from the community while they simultaneously provide support in a variety of ways to the patrol teams.

Lead Dispatcher Minimum Qualifications

Experience:

  • Must have three years of experience as a Public Safety Dispatcher

Education:

  • Must have a high school diploma or equivalent.

License or Certificate:

  • Must possess a valid driver's license at the time of appointment.

Other Requirements:

  • Excellent customer service skills.

  • Strong work ethic and a track record of reliability and successful performance.

  • Ability to handle multiple tasks with attention to detail.

Minimum Qualifications

Education:

  • Must have a high school diploma or equivalent.

License or Certificate:

  • Must possess a valid driver's license at the time of appointment.

Other Requirements:

  • Excellent customer service skills.

  • Strong work ethic and a track record of reliability and successful performance.

  • Ability to handle multiple tasks with attention to detail.

About us

The Redwood City Police Department is an organization of professionals who are dedicated to providing the best police services possible. The Department is comprised of 96 sworn officers, 36 civilian employees, 4 reserve officers, and 25 volunteers who reflect the diverse communities they serve.

We are a progressive police department which recognizes that by working in a partnership with our community, we can best meet our goals of protecting life and property, improving the quality of life, and reducing crime and the fear of crime. The Department's motto is "Providing Excellent Service with Integrity and Respect."

The Redwood City Police Department is overseen by Chief of Police, Kristina Bell, who was appointed in 2023. The Department is divided into three organizational divisions, including the Patrol Division, the Investigations Division, and the Support Services Division.

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