Police Officer Careers

The Stockton Police Department is dedicated to making a difference in our community.  The Department is comprised of over 300 sworn Officers and over 150 civilian personnel.  Working as a police officer in Stockton, is very rewarding and offers a variety of opportunities.

As an Officer with the Stockton Police Department, you will patrol assigned areas to ensure the security of life and property.  You will enforce state, local, and federal laws and ordinances; restore order; protect life; and maintain peace in our community.  Stockton Police Officers are certified through the California Commission on Peace Officer Standards and Training (POST).

Current Hiring Status

Thank you for your interest in the Stockton Police Department.  The City of Stockton is accepting applications for the following positions:

• Police Officer - Recruit

• Police Officer - Academy Graduate

• Police Officer - Lateral

Police Recruiting Video

To view video click here.

Apply Online

To apply for positions with the Stockton Police Department, please visit the City of Stockton

Human Resources Department Employment Opportunities web page.

Police Department Recruiters

For additional information, please contact Stockton Police Department recruiters:

Officer John Hernandez

Officer Hernandez joined the Stockton Police Department in 2004.  His various assignments included Patrol, Field Training Officer, Gang Street Enforcement Team, and Community Police Officer.  He is a member of the Mobile Field Force Team and is currently assigned as a Recruiter and Training Coordinator in the Personnel & Training Division.

Officer Sidney Siv

Officer Siv began his career in law enforcement at the California Department of Corrections where he served as a correctional officer at High Desert Prison in Susanville.  Officer Siv came to Stockton PD and has served in the Patrol Division and the Gang Street Enforcement Team.  He is a member of the Crisis Negotiation Team and is currently assigned to the Personnel & Training Division.

Officer Suzie Zaragoza

Officer Zaragoza joined the Stockton Police Department in 1992.  Her various assignments included Patrol, Bicycle Patrol and Field Training Officer.  She is a certified Range Master and a member of the Critical Incident Investigation Team.  She is the coordinator of the Stockton Crime Stoppers and oversees the Graffiti Hotline.  She is currently assigned as a Recruiter and Background Investigator in the Personnel & Training section.

External Links

California Peace Officers Standards and Training (POST)

This City of Stockton web page last reviewed on --- 5/10/2013