Welcome to the Berkley Police Department Website. This website will cover all department related information. The purpose of this website as such is to; inform, educate and enlighten potential candidates of the career opportunities that await them.
Our Mission - The Berkeley City Police Department is committed to fostering trust, safety, and equity in our diverse community. Guided by integrity, accountability, and compassion, we serve to protect the rights and well-being of all individuals.
The Office of the Chief wishes you the best, in your endeavour to; protect, serve and lead the inter-racial and diverse communities which reside within the City of Berkeley.
The Berkeley Police Department is dedicated to ensuring the safety and well-being of our community through exceptional, unbiased policing. We protect and serve our diverse city with proactive law enforcement and active community engagement, always responding to the needs of our residents to keep Berkeley safe.
The promotional publicity video depicts the role of the department within our community, whilst dipicting the opportunities available to certified officers.
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Upon successfully passing our application of interest, the process is the following:
Phase One | Training,
This phase consists of both theoretical and practical elements in an attempt to best prepare you for your further phase(s).
Phase Two | Exam,
This Phase will consist of a theoretical exam you will have a period of 72 hours to complete this exam. This exam will test you on subjects taught to you during your training to ensure you remained attentive.
Phase Three | Ride-along,
Phase three the finale phase of our academy, consists of [x1] 45 minute Ride-along where you will be 'shadowed' by a member of our FTO Division.