🚔Law EnforcementActively Hiring
San Diego Police Department (SDPD)
📍 San Diego, CA
Salary Range
$82,908–$101,504
Entry Exam
PELLETB
Timeline
6–12 months
Hiring Status
Actively Hiring
💪 Physical Standards
SDPD SPAT (Physical Agility Test): obstacle course, push-ups, sit-ups, 500-yard sprint.
📋 Background Requirements
- ✓U.S. citizen or permanent resident
- ✓At least 21 years old
- ✓High school diploma or GED
- ✓California driver's license
- ✓No felony convictions
⏱️ Hiring Timeline
6–12 months
📌 Notes & Context
SDPD uses PELLETB for written testing. ~1,900 officers. Strong benefits package with SDCERS pension.
💰 Compensation & Benefits
Compare with other agencies →Starting Salary
$82,908
5-Year Salary
$93,000
10-Year Salary
$101,504
Pension
Defined Benefit (pension)
Vests at 10 years
Health Insurance
full
Dental & Vision
✓ Included
Vacation Days/yr
15 days
Sick Days/yr
12 days
Uniform Allowance
$1,500/year
Estimated Take-Home Pay
~$4,800/mo (starting, after deductions)
⚠️ Estimate — verify with department. SDCERS pension. High cost of living in San Diego.
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