For Police Officer Lateral/Academy Graduate applicants we have an expedited hiring process. We condense several steps into the testing day(s) to limit the amount of trips you have to make. We are currently testing lateral applicants on a monthly basis. To submit your application please follow this link: Job Opportunities - City of Roseville
If you have any questions, please contact Lieutenant Jeff Kool or Sergeant Chad Baumann at (916) 774-5009.
Applications are accepted and screened for minimum qualifications. Applicants who pass this stage will be invited to advance to the next step in the process.
Any questions about the application should be directed to Human Resources at (916) 774-5475.
Applicants will be invited to participate in a full day of testing. The day will consist of the following:
Physical Agility Test (PAT)
- Applicants must pass the Physical Agility Test to move onto the oral interview. https://youtu.be/37F7Hig-ecY
Oral Interview
- Applicants will meet with an interview panel to determine suitability for the position.
- Successful applicants will be invited to attend the written exercise
Written Exercise
- Applicants will answer two questions in an essay format.
Pre-Employment Questionnaire (PEQ)
- Applicants will complete a questionnaire about their background.
Personal History Statement
- Applicants will submit their Personal History Statement and waiver
All prospective applicants for positions with the Roseville Police Department must undergo a comprehensive pre-employment background process. This investigation ensures the following:
- It assures compliance with all applicable minimum standards for appointment.
- It screens out candidates who, based on their history or other relevant information, are found to unsuitable for their desired position with the Roseville Police Department.
- The applicant’s dependability, honesty, responsibility, and integrity are evaluated.
Applicants will be invited to interview with the Chief of Police, or the chief's designee.
Successful applicants will be given a conditional job offer. This offer becomes an offer of employment only if the applicant successfully completes the final examination(s), as required by their position.