San Jose Police Department Women's Career Day
CHECK IN TIME - 7:00 AM - 7:45 AM
SEMINAR WILL BEGIN AT 8:00 AM SHARP
This is a free law enforcement career seminar open to the general public. Our emphasis will be on knowledge, preparation, and your success towards a career as a San Jose Police Officer. Get to know what opportunities await you.
At our seminar, you will learn more about:
- The life of a San Jose Police Officer, through several officers who come from a variety of backgrounds and have a wide range of experience.
- A walk-through and demonstration of the wall climb, life-like dummy drag, and obstacle course portions of the physical agility test. Instructors will be there to teach several techniques to pass and succeed. Afterwards, you will be able to practice these techniques.
- Our Force Options Simulator, an interactive tactics training platform devised to engage in force response simulations. Volunteers can participate in a training exercise after the demonstration has been completed.
- Speak with police officers, 911 dispatchers, community service officers and records/police data specialists about the opportunities available in these career fields. Come prepared with questions.
- A demonstration of a self-defense tactics training program
Please be aware that all backpacks, purses, and bags will be searched prior to entry. It is recommended that you leave these items in your vehicle
Additional Things to remember:
- A photo ID is required for check-in purposes.
- All backpacks and purses are subject to search. It is recommended that you lock all personal items in your vehicle.
- Wear comfortable clothes, including proper workout clothes if you plan to practice the physical agility test.
- If necessary, have your doctor evaluate your level of fitness if you plan to practice the physical agility test (physical agility testing is part of the testing process for a Police Recruit Applicant).
- Bring water and/or light healthy snack.
- Please, no clothes with logos or statements that are considered derogative or offensive in nature.
- Do not bring weapons of any kind or police gear.
- Spouse, significant other, family members or friends must register to attend.
- Unregistered guests and drop-ins CANNOT be accommodated if the event is full.
For questions, please contact the Recruiting Unit at sjpdrecruiting@sanjoseca.gov
