Connect 2 Agencies partnered with San Francisco State University to host the virtual Criminal Justice Studies Career Fair on Wednesday, April 29.
The event featured speakers from seven different law enforcement agencies located throughout California. James Dudley, a SFSU criminal justice professor and the event’s host, spoke to representatives from the Burbank Police Department, California Department of Corrections and Rehabilitation, Daly City Police Department, Hayward Police Department, San Francisco Police Department, San Francisco Sheriff’s Office, and Sunnyvale Department of Public Safety during the fair.
Presenters shared information about their agency, the hiring process, and any open positions they had. Some also spoke about their experience as a law enforcement officer.
“This is truly one of the closest things you can do to being a superhero,” said Sunnyvale Department of Public Safety Lt. Jonathan Griffith. “You’re almost guaranteed to save a life with all the training we’ve given you.”
Speakers discussed potential salaries for a variety of positions, as well as additional benefits.
“If you’re bilingual, we give bilingual pay. If you decide to get a master’s degree or even a bachelor’s degree, we have educational incentive pays. There’s so many incentives,” said Hayward Police Department Sgt. Angela Irizarry.
They also shared what drew them to a career in law enforcement. Many cited their agency’s relationship with the people they serve.
“What really intrigued me about the probation/parole field is there was a lot of components combined,” said Supervisor Reyes on his decision to work for the California Department of Corrections and Rehabilitation. “We’re here to help the individuals as well as the community.”
The agencies collectively expressed hope for the future of law enforcement and encouraged attendees to pursue a career in the field.
“We’ve got some future leaders here today,” Dudley said at the event’s conclusion. “This is a great profession and you’re in the place to make a change.”
Watch the Criminal Justice Studies Career Fair here and learn more about the agencies that presented below. Explore our hiring resources and search through our database to find opportunities based on salary, location, benefits, and more!
Want to apply to Burbank PD or text Officer Peltier? Text 💬 “Connect” to (818) 806-0355
Burbank Police Department, North 3rd Street, Burbank, CA, USA
Want to apply to the California Department of Corrections and Rehabilitation? Apply at https://www.cdcr.ca.gov/por/
1515 S St, Sacramento, CA 95811, USA
Want to apply to Daly City PD or text Officer Shiu? Text 💬 “Connect” to (650) 503-1787
Daly City Police Department, 90th Street, Daly City, CA, USA
Want to apply to Hayward PD or text Sgt. Irizarry or Officer Nesar? Text 💬 “Connect” to: (510) 900-7121
Hayward Police Department, West Winton Avenue, Hayward, CA, USA
Want to apply to San Francisco PD or text Luciana or Officer Bunton? Text 💬 “Connect” to (415) 704-3688
San Francisco Police Department, 3rd Street, San Francisco, CA, USA
425 7th Street, San Francisco, CA, USA
Want to apply to Sunnyvale DPS or text Lt. Griffith? Text 💬 “Connect” to (408) 755-9686
Sunnyvale Department of Public Safety
Three professions, one career, unlimited opportunity.
City of Sunnyvale: Public Safety, All America Way, Sunnyvale, CA, USA
