Job Details
Police Officer (Recruit and Academy Attendee)
2026-01-27 East Bay Regional Park District Oakland,CA
Description:
Optional application materials (if applicable to the candidate):
Written Exam Alternatives:
T-Score: If you have taken the Pellet B with another agency within twelve (12) months of the job posting closing date, with a passing score of 45 or higher, and would like to use that score in place of retaking the test with our agency, you may attach a copy of your T-Score to the job application.
OR
National Testing Network (NTN): If you have taken the National Testing Network exam in the last 12 months with a passing score please attach your score to the application.
Physical Agility Alternatives:
The Work Sample Test Battery (WSTB): If you have completed the WSTB in the last six (6) months with a passing score of 307 for Police Recruit, please attach verification of your score from the testing agency (an email record is acceptable). If you do not have the WSTB passing score you will have to complete the District's physical ability test.
For Academy Attendees ONLY:
Documentation demonstrating current enrollment in a POST Basic Academy.
Conditions of Employment:
The selection process will include the following:
Essential Functions
POST: Must meet current as set by the California Commission on POST; and
Citizenship: Applicant must be legally authorized to work in the United States under federal law;and
Education*: High School graduation or passage of General Education Development Test (GED), and successful completion of at least 24 semester or 36 quarter units of college level courses. (For purposes of this requirement, credit will be given for units recognized by POST in the completion of a Basic POST training course through an accredited institution or agency.) Additionally, credit will be given for a minimum of two years of Active Duty Military service; and
Physical: Must be at least 20.5 years of age and free from any physical, emotional, or mental condition which might interfere with the ability to perform the essential functions, as determined by the California Peace Officer Standard and Training (POST) standards; and
Character: Must be of good character and reputation and not have been convicted of a felony crime or serious misdemeanor offense and must be able to pass a strict background investigation.
*Please note that you must submit a transcript (unofficial is fine) or a DD214 in order for the education minimum qualification to be satisfied.
Additional Information
Knowledge of:
Union Affiliation: The District's Police Association (PA) represents this classification. Wages, hours and other terms and conditions of employment are covered in an agreement between the District and the PA. The probationary period for this classification is twenty-four (24) months, which includes the time served under the classification of Police Officer Recruit and then Police Officer.
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. If you have previously applied to a position on GovernmentJobs.com, please allow time to update your existing profile. Applications are accepted online only. Our online application system is provided by NeoGov. If you encounter problems while applying online, please contact NeoGov Help Desk toll-free at (855) ###-####.
Notification: All applicants will be notified of the status of their application via email, generally within one month of application. You may also sign into your GovernmentJobs.com account to view your current application status and notifications.
Selection Process: The application materials for all applicants meeting the minimum qualifications will be reviewed by a screening panel to select the best qualified for testing or oral examination/interview. The District reserves the right to set up a written test, performance test, and/or other assessment procedures before or after the interview process. Possession of minimum qualifications does not guarantee an interview or invitation to test. Pursuant to the Federal Immigration and Reform Act of 1986, all applicants who are hired will be required to provide proof of identity and appropriate work authorization documents prior to commencement of employment.
Special Testing Arrangements: If you require special arrangements due to a verified disability or medical condition, please contact the Human Resources Department at (510) ###-#### at least five business days before the test.
Equal Opportunity Employer:
The East Bay Regional Park District is an Equal Opportunity Employer that values and respects a diverse workforce and community. It is committed to promoting an equitable and inclusive workspace that is welcoming to all. Applicants from all backgrounds and life experiences are encouraged to apply. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment.
For information regarding the District's applicable benefits package, please visit
For temporary and/or on-call assignments, there are no benefits offered.
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By completing the Supplemental Questionnaire, I am certifying that my answers are true and accurate. Any omission of information or misstatement of fact during the application or background process shall disqualify me from continued consideration in the recruitment process and could result in termination if offered the position. Please indicate that you understand these conditions.
02
Are you legally authorized to work in the United States under federal law?
03
Do you possess a high school diploma or G.E.D.?
04
Which of the following describes your education or experience history?
05
If you indicated completion of college level courses, please confirm you've attached your transcripts.
06
If you indicated completion of at least two years of Active Military Duty Service, please confirm you've attached your DD214.
07
Do you have a current California or out-of-state driver's license? Please note that if your driver's license is from another state, you must provide a valid California license at date of hire.
08
Have you taken and passed the POST Pellet B exam (within 12 months of the job posting closing date) with an overall T-Score of 45 or higher? If "Yes", please attach your T-Score to your application.
09
Are you at least 20.5 years of age?
10
Are you willing to work evenings, weekends, and holiday shifts as needed?
11
Have you ever been convicted of driving under the influence of alcohol and/or drugs within the last three (3) years?
12
Have you ever been convicted of domestic violence?
13
Have you ever been convicted of a felony?
14
If you answered "Yes" to the questions above, please list the convictions, date of conviction(s), and a short explanation.
15
In the past two years, have you been convicted of any misdemeanors involving harm or threat of harm to persons or property, such as assault, fighting, or vandalism?
16
If you answered "Yes" to the previous question, list the misdemeanors, date of conviction and give a short explanation. If you answered "No", please write N/A.
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Have you ever tried, experimented, or in any way ingested any of the following within the past five (5) years without a personal doctor's prescription? (Please check all that apply)
18
What have you done to prepare yourself to be a police officer with East Bay Regional Parks? Be as detailed as possible in your response.
19
Please describe an experience where you had to remain calm in a stressful or chaotic scenario. Please describe the circumstances and your response.
20
How have you navigated professional settings in which you had disagreements with coworkers or managers? Describe a specific disagreement and how you handled the situation.
21
Please describe a situation in which you did not get a job, promotion, or specific role you wanted. Why do you think you did not get the position and what did you do to reach your goals?
Required Question
Salary : $7,304.27 Monthly
Location : Castro Valley, CA
Job Type: Full-time (40 hrs)
Job Number: 25-CS-30
Division: Public Safety
Opening Date: 10/29/2025
Closing Date: Continuous
The Position
The East Bay Regional Park District is a system of beautiful parklands in Alameda and Contra Costa counties to the east of San Francisco. The system comprises 73 parks spanning across 126,809 acres; 1,250 miles of trails; 55 milesof shoreline. We manage and preserve natural and cultural resources for all to enjoy and protect. The regional parks are ideal for healthful recreation and environmental education. Learn about our , , and our contributions to the We are a full service POST-recognized law enforcement agency with over70 sworn officers. Our department includes a variety of units and patrol opportunities such as Air Support, Marine, Equestrian, Special Enforcement (including off-road vehicles), Investigations, and a 24-hour per day 9-1-1 Communications Center. Looking to start your career in an organization that values your work and professional development endeavors? Apply to join the East Bay Regional Park District Police Department today!
What You'll Be Doing as Police Officer Recruit: Police Officer Recruit is an entry level classification and a non-sworn position which has no police officer powers. As a Police Officer Recruit, you will attend a Peace Officer Basic Training Academy approved by the California Commission on Peace Officer Standards and Training (POST) in order to successfully complete the course of study necessary to gain Peace Officer status in the State of California! Your academic progress and physical achievement will be closely monitored during this training period. Upon successful completion of the POST Basic Training Academy, you will be considered for appointment as a sworn Police Officer for the East Bay Regional Park District!
Application materials for this position consist of three (3) required parts:
- A current East Bay Regional Park District job application submitted online; and
- A Completed Supplemental Questionnaire; and
- A copy of your college transcripts (official or unofficial); or
- A copy of your DD214
Optional application materials (if applicable to the candidate):
Written Exam Alternatives:
T-Score: If you have taken the Pellet B with another agency within twelve (12) months of the job posting closing date, with a passing score of 45 or higher, and would like to use that score in place of retaking the test with our agency, you may attach a copy of your T-Score to the job application.
OR
National Testing Network (NTN): If you have taken the National Testing Network exam in the last 12 months with a passing score please attach your score to the application.
Physical Agility Alternatives:
The Work Sample Test Battery (WSTB): If you have completed the WSTB in the last six (6) months with a passing score of 307 for Police Recruit, please attach verification of your score from the testing agency (an email record is acceptable). If you do not have the WSTB passing score you will have to complete the District's physical ability test.
For Academy Attendees ONLY:
Documentation demonstrating current enrollment in a POST Basic Academy.
Conditions of Employment:
- Incumbents must successfully complete the POST Basic Academy to qualify for status as a Police Officer;
- A valid California driver's license is a condition of initial and continued employment in this classification;
- Incumbents must possess the physical and mental capacity to work under various weather conditions and to perform the duties as required by their assigned position;
- Must be willing to work evenings, weekends, and holiday shifts as needed;
- Applicant must be able to pass a comprehensive background check, as well as pass a polygraph, psychological, and medical examination.
- Enjoys being challenged and is self-motivated;
- Enjoys public service and has a high level of personal integrity;
- Appreciates the value of publicly accessible open space and wishes to work with like-minded folks to preserve such opportunities for future generations;
- Is a personable and excellent communicator that understands the importance of community policing in the law enforcement profession.
- Work with a purpose for a better world today and for future generations through the preservation of open space, public access to the outdoors, and a commitment to the conservation of the natural world found east of the San Francisco Bay across 33 cities in Alameda and Contra Costa counties
- A community of colleagues who are passionate about public service and the East Bay Regional Park District, the communities it serves, and its mission
- Excellent benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, Flexible Spending, and pension benefits through California Public Employees Retirement System (CalPERS). Clickherefordetails regarding additional benefits
- Tuition reimbursement and professional development
- Free on-site parking
- Free parking permit for EBRPD parks (for up to 2 privately owned vehicles)
- Employee discounts for certain EBRPD park amenities (reservations, daily fishing permit, public boat launch.
- Respect - We honor the land we steward, each other, and the park visitors we serve.
- Resilience - We creatively adapt to change. We address challenges with empathy, perspective, and determination.
- Relationships - Our greatest strength lies in the trust, accountability, and teamwork we cultivate with our colleagues, partners, and the public we serve.
- Responsiveness - We communicate openly, honestly, and reliably.
- Transparency - We hold the public's trust through meaningful stakeholder engagement and access to timely and reliable information on decisions and performance.
The selection process will include the following:
- Written Exam and Physical Agility Test: Those applicants who pass both exam components will proceed to the oral board interviews.
- Oral Board Interview: Applicants who are successful at passing the physical agility test will be invited to the oral panel interview.
- Selection Interview: Applicants that are placed on a pool list will be considered for existing vacancies and will participate in selection interviews.
- Background Investigation: A thorough investigation of a personal history, including but not limited to work history, education, military, arrest record, etc., will be conducted on candidates certified to the Police Department. A polygraph is a part of the background examination.
- Medical/Psychological Evaluation: After receiving a conditional offer of employment, candidates must successfully complete a required medical/psychological examination prior to appointment.
- Probation: The probationary period for this classification is twenty-four (24) months.
Essential Functions
- Provides uniformed patrol by automobile, 4-wheel drive, ATV, motorcycle, boat, helicopter, horseback or on foot;
- Provides information to the public regarding park lands and facilities;
- Assists park visitors and other park employees;
- Contacts citizens and employees regarding any matter concerning public safety and welfare;
- Answers radio calls and self-initiates all types of police services;
- Investigates traffic accidents and takes injury reports;
- Enforces all laws and ordinances, issuing warnings and citations, making arrests when necessary;
- Investigates criminal offenses;
- Writes detailed and accurate reports;
- Prepares cases for court and testifies as necessary;
- Performs rescue work and administers first aid when needed; reports fires and provides traffic and crowd control;
- Works days, nights or holidays, and in adverse weather conditions;
- Performs any other duties necessary and required for the safety and protection of the citizens and employees within the Regional Parks and other assigned patrol areas.
POST: Must meet current as set by the California Commission on POST; and
Citizenship: Applicant must be legally authorized to work in the United States under federal law;and
Education*: High School graduation or passage of General Education Development Test (GED), and successful completion of at least 24 semester or 36 quarter units of college level courses. (For purposes of this requirement, credit will be given for units recognized by POST in the completion of a Basic POST training course through an accredited institution or agency.) Additionally, credit will be given for a minimum of two years of Active Duty Military service; and
Physical: Must be at least 20.5 years of age and free from any physical, emotional, or mental condition which might interfere with the ability to perform the essential functions, as determined by the California Peace Officer Standard and Training (POST) standards; and
Character: Must be of good character and reputation and not have been convicted of a felony crime or serious misdemeanor offense and must be able to pass a strict background investigation.
*Please note that you must submit a transcript (unofficial is fine) or a DD214 in order for the education minimum qualification to be satisfied.
Additional Information
Knowledge of:
- Basic law enforcement terminology and concepts;
- Techniques for dealing with people of all socio-economic levels under hostile and emergency situations;
- Public relations in law enforcement.
- Learn principles, procedures, terminology, and operation of equipment used in law enforcement, crime prevention, and investigation;
- Read and understand course material offered while attending the POST Basic Academy;
- Retain course materials;
- Perform physical activities required at the Basic Academy;
- Observe accurately and recall names, faces, numbers, incidents, and places;
- Remain calm and controlling own emotions in tense situations;
- Learn and interpret laws, regulations, policies and procedures;
- Carry out oral and written directions;
- Make rapid, sound independent judgments within legal and procedural guidelines;
- Prepare clear and concise reports, records, and other written materials;
- Deal effectively with and control groups of people in stressful situations;
- Operate a variety of specialized police department equipment including computerized telecommunications and dispatch equipment;
- Establish and maintain positive and cooperative working relationships with those contacted during the Academy at all levels.
Union Affiliation: The District's Police Association (PA) represents this classification. Wages, hours and other terms and conditions of employment are covered in an agreement between the District and the PA. The probationary period for this classification is twenty-four (24) months, which includes the time served under the classification of Police Officer Recruit and then Police Officer.
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. If you have previously applied to a position on GovernmentJobs.com, please allow time to update your existing profile. Applications are accepted online only. Our online application system is provided by NeoGov. If you encounter problems while applying online, please contact NeoGov Help Desk toll-free at (855) ###-####.
Notification: All applicants will be notified of the status of their application via email, generally within one month of application. You may also sign into your GovernmentJobs.com account to view your current application status and notifications.
Selection Process: The application materials for all applicants meeting the minimum qualifications will be reviewed by a screening panel to select the best qualified for testing or oral examination/interview. The District reserves the right to set up a written test, performance test, and/or other assessment procedures before or after the interview process. Possession of minimum qualifications does not guarantee an interview or invitation to test. Pursuant to the Federal Immigration and Reform Act of 1986, all applicants who are hired will be required to provide proof of identity and appropriate work authorization documents prior to commencement of employment.
Special Testing Arrangements: If you require special arrangements due to a verified disability or medical condition, please contact the Human Resources Department at (510) ###-#### at least five business days before the test.
Equal Opportunity Employer:
The East Bay Regional Park District is an Equal Opportunity Employer that values and respects a diverse workforce and community. It is committed to promoting an equitable and inclusive workspace that is welcoming to all. Applicants from all backgrounds and life experiences are encouraged to apply. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment.
For information regarding the District's applicable benefits package, please visit
For temporary and/or on-call assignments, there are no benefits offered.
01
By completing the Supplemental Questionnaire, I am certifying that my answers are true and accurate. Any omission of information or misstatement of fact during the application or background process shall disqualify me from continued consideration in the recruitment process and could result in termination if offered the position. Please indicate that you understand these conditions.
- I have read and understand the above instructions.
02
Are you legally authorized to work in the United States under federal law?
- Yes
- No
03
Do you possess a high school diploma or G.E.D.?
- Yes
- No
04
Which of the following describes your education or experience history?
- 24 semester units of college level courses
- 36 quarter units of college level courses
- 2 years of Active-Duty Military service
- None of the above
05
If you indicated completion of college level courses, please confirm you've attached your transcripts.
- Yes, I have attached my unofficial transcripts.
- No, I have not attached my unofficial transcripts.
- This does not apply to me.
06
If you indicated completion of at least two years of Active Military Duty Service, please confirm you've attached your DD214.
- Yes, I have attached my DD214.
- No, I have not attached my DD214.
- This question does not apply to me.
07
Do you have a current California or out-of-state driver's license? Please note that if your driver's license is from another state, you must provide a valid California license at date of hire.
- Yes
- No
08
Have you taken and passed the POST Pellet B exam (within 12 months of the job posting closing date) with an overall T-Score of 45 or higher? If "Yes", please attach your T-Score to your application.
- Yes
- No
09
Are you at least 20.5 years of age?
- Yes
- No
10
Are you willing to work evenings, weekends, and holiday shifts as needed?
- Yes
- No
11
Have you ever been convicted of driving under the influence of alcohol and/or drugs within the last three (3) years?
- Yes
- No
12
Have you ever been convicted of domestic violence?
- Yes
- No
13
Have you ever been convicted of a felony?
- Yes
- No
14
If you answered "Yes" to the questions above, please list the convictions, date of conviction(s), and a short explanation.
15
In the past two years, have you been convicted of any misdemeanors involving harm or threat of harm to persons or property, such as assault, fighting, or vandalism?
- Yes
- No
16
If you answered "Yes" to the previous question, list the misdemeanors, date of conviction and give a short explanation. If you answered "No", please write N/A.
17
Have you ever tried, experimented, or in any way ingested any of the following within the past five (5) years without a personal doctor's prescription? (Please check all that apply)
- Anabloic Steriods: Snythetic tablet, capsule, liquid, cream, patch or injectable solution
- Hallucinogens and Dissociative Drugs: Ayahuasca, DMT, LSD, PCP, Psilocybin, Mushroom, Salvia
- Inhalants: Solvents, Aerosols or Gases (Paint Thinner, Spray Paint, Glue, Markers, etc.)
- Opioids: Heroin, Codeine, Fentanyl, Hydrocodone, Dihydroocodeinone, Hydromorphone, Meperdine, Methadone, Morphine Oxycodone, Oxymorphone, Thai Stick (Opium laced marijuana)
- Stimulants: Amphetamine, Cocaine, Base Cocaine, Khat, Methamphetamine, Methlyphenidate
- Synthetic Drugs: MDMA (Ecstasy or Mollies), Bath Salts (Synthetic Cathinones)
- Does not apply/I have not experimented with any of the above.
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What have you done to prepare yourself to be a police officer with East Bay Regional Parks? Be as detailed as possible in your response.
19
Please describe an experience where you had to remain calm in a stressful or chaotic scenario. Please describe the circumstances and your response.
20
How have you navigated professional settings in which you had disagreements with coworkers or managers? Describe a specific disagreement and how you handled the situation.
21
Please describe a situation in which you did not get a job, promotion, or specific role you wanted. Why do you think you did not get the position and what did you do to reach your goals?
Required Question