Santa Clara Police Department

  • 601 East El Camino Real, Santa Clara, CA, United States
  • IamSCPD.org

Santa Clara is one of the fastest-growing cities in Silicon Valley, home to Levi's® Stadium and world-class events.  The Santa Clara Police Department offers numerous advantages over other local communities.

  • Competitive salary
  • Excellent benefit packages
  • Lateral incentives
  • Flexible schedules
  • Overtime Opportunities
  • Northside Police Substation
  • Peer support and mentorship programs
  • Supportive City Council and community
  • Modern 51,000 square foot Police building
  • Northside Police Substation
  • State-of-the-art Dispatch Center
  • Full-service Temporary Holding Facility (THF)
  • Peer support and mentorship programs
  • Supportive City Council and community
  • Special Assignment opportunities for Police Officers:

    • Motorcycle Traffic Officer
    • Field Training Officer
    • Investigations
    • Nuisance Suppression Unit
    • Homeland Security and Special Events Unit
    • Special Response Team (SWAT)
    • Evidence Technician
    • Hostage Negotiator
    • School Services Officer
    • Canine Handler
    • Special Enforcement Team
    • County and Federal Task Force Assignments
    • Bicycle Patrol Unit
    • Police Activity League (PAL) Director
    • Honor Guard

    Start Your Career Today

    The Santa Clara Police Department is actively recruiting! Whether you are new to law enforcement or a seasoned professional, we encourage you to apply now.

    You can find more detailed information about job openings, qualifications and benefits at Job Opportunities.

    Applications may be obtained at:
    Human Resources Department
    (West Wing, Lower Level)
    1500 Warburton Avenue
    Santa Clara, CA 95050
    (408) 615-2080