Employment Opportunities

The City of Riverside is looking for qualified men and women to fill current vacancies within the department.  Opportunities are available for special individuals capable of meeting the demands of an exciting career in law enforcement.

The Riverside Police Department is currently accepting applications for the positions of Police Officer Lateral. Please continue to visit this web page as we will resume recruitment for other positions as vacancies occur.

Applications, when open, will be accepted online or at the City of Riverside Human Resources Department, located at 3900 Main St., Riverside, California 92501. The 24-hour job line numbers are (951) 826-5808 or 1-866-WORKRPD.

See sample written tests at the California Peace Officer Standards & Training Website:

Police Officer

Information on Trainee, Lateral and Entry Level (completed basic Peace Officer Academy) may be obtained through the City of Riverside Human Resources Department.

Police Cadet

All applicants must be between eighteen (18) and twenty-three (23) years old and enrolled in college.

Police Volunteer

Police Volunteers assist within every Division of the Police Department in a large variety of capacities. Contact Laura Monteleone, Volunteer Coordinator, at (951) 353-7187 to learn about being a volunteer.

 

Public Safety Dispatcher - Trainee 

The Police Department is currently not accepting applications for Public Safety Dispatcher. positions. For future application information please visit the City of Riverside Human Resources website.

Public Safety Dispatcher - Lateral

The Police Department is currently not accepting applications for Public Safety Dispatcher. Lateral positions. For future application opportunities please visit the City of Riverside Human Resources website.