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Official Oakland Police Department Recruiting Page. Like and follow us for all you OPD career inform Welcome to the Oakland Police Department Recruiting Page!

This is a page created to give a permanent online presence to OPD recruiting. We are in an age where communication in this manner is important, and it allows us to broadcast information across all areas quickly, and in an easily accessible fashion. Information about the hiring process, general information, advice, physical fitness, important dates, and community events are some topics of discussion. The Oakland Police Department is an equal opportunity employer. All appointments to the competitive service shall be made without regard to race, color, religion, s*x, national origin, age, genetic information, disability, military service, s*xual orientation, gender identity or expression, or political affiliation, and shall be based on merit and fitness only. The Oakland Police Department is accredited by the Commission on Accreditation for Law Enforcement Agencies.

07/29/2026

Congratulations to Officer Elliott Diaz-Contreras for being honored during the Law Enforcement Appreciation Night.

Officer Elliot Diaz-Contreras has been with the Oakland Police Department for 12 years. He is currently assigned to the patrol division responsible for East Oakland, where he has set himself apart from peers. Officer Diaz-Contreras has a reputation for problem solving and quick thinking. On January 27, 2026 Officer Diaz responded to investigate a report of an armed robbery. While responding to the call, Officer Diaz-Contreras leveraged the use of technology and managed air assets to locate and safely apprehend the subjects. At the conclusion of the incident Officer Diaz-Contreras recovered multiple fi****ms restoring a sense of calm to community members.

Officer Diaz-Contreras was accompanied by Oakland Police Chief James Beere, and other members of the Oakland Police Department.

05/29/2026

The Oakland Police Department (OPD) welcomed 17 new officers from the 196th Basic Recruit Academy at a ceremony at the Scottish Rite Center in Oakland today. “The department and city have invested in you to devote yourself to public safety. I am counting on you. Oakland is counting on you,” stated Interim Oakland Police Chief James Beere. “In this profession, you always represent the badge, on and off duty. The actions of one individual, no matter how small, shape public perception. Uphold our integrity and honor the badge you now wear.”

"The graduation of Oakland’s 196th Police Academy marks another step forward in our commitment to strengthening public safety and recruitment efforts across Oakland,” stated Oakland Mayor Barbara Lee. “To our new officers: thank you for your commitment to serve. You are joining a police force with leadership that I am very proud of. Your City stands behind you, and we will continue to invest in the resources, cadet programs, and academies necessary to keep our communities safe, vibrant, and on the move."

The 196th Academy Class includes three women and fourteen men. Officer Reinel Adajar was named class valedictorian. The newly sworn officers are Kimberly Galvan, Long Banh, Jacob Harris, Nathaniel Kelly, Mohsen Mohamed, Ashley Flores, Brandon Jackson, Alejandro Alvarez, Joel Septien, Diego Negrete, Braheim Himed, Ayorn Saechao, Alberto Felix, Elizabeth Alvelo Villalobos, Tyrique Johnson, and Mariano Camacho.

We welcome these graduates as valuable additions to the Oakland Police Department family, bringing the total number of sworn officers to 621.

Additionally, the 196th Academy graduating class included two officers from the Alameda Police Department and one from the Bart Police Department.

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05/12/2026

Come visit us! The Oakland Police Department will be at the upcoming Public Safety Career Fair in San Jose, hosted by South Bay Regional Public Safety Training.

🚨Public Safety Career Fair🚨
📆May 16, 2026 | 11AM-3PM📆
📍560 Bailey Ave, San Jose

04/02/2026

Join us today, April 2nd from 10 AM – 1 PM in Fairfield, CA.

Solano Community College – Fairfield

What you can do at the event:
• Connect directly with hiring employers
• Learn about open positions
• Explore different career opportunities

Free event with Free parking!!

03/11/2026

Free Career Fair Today!! March 11th in Pleasanton, CA from 3:00 PM - 5:30 PM.

Register to attend this unique hiring event by following the link below:

https://www.trivalleycareercenter.org/tri-valley-job-fair/

We hope to see you there!!

02/23/2026

The Oakland Police Department is hiring Police Communications Dispatchers and hosting a Virtual Dispatcher Information Session to share more about the role.

Tuesday, February 24,
6:00 PM – 8:00 PM

Learn about the hiring and testing process, what to expect on the job, and the types of calls handled by the 911 Center team. Representatives will be available to answer your questions.

Register online: https://na2.hubs.ly/H03NBPD0

01/29/2026

Join us today, Jan. 29th from 11 AM – 2 PM in San Jose, CA.

This is one of the state's largest hiring events dedicated exclusively to meeting the hiring needs of local and regional Law Enforcement Agencies.

RSVP: https://www.relianthiring.com/law-enforcement-career-seeker-registration.html

11/18/2025

Honoring our Veterans at Laney College!

Join us today, Nov. 18th from 11:30 AM –1 PM in the Laney Quad as we celebrate and support our Veteran community.

✨ Veterans Day recognition
✨ Holiday job fair
✨ Basic Needs community resource pop-up
✨ Free food!

Let’s come together to show appreciation, connect, and uplift our campus community.

RSVP: https://forms.office.com/r/k1ph5ge2By

10/24/2025

The Oakland Police Department Recruiting & Backgrounds Unit will be in attendance for the National Latino Peace Officers Association Trunk or Treat event!!

Join the festivities on Friday, October 31, 2025 from 3:00 PM - 5:00 PM at Verdese Carter Park located at 9600 Sunnyside Street Oakland, CA 94603.

Address

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Oakland, CA
94612

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