APPLICATION PROCESS:

The application process begins with applying to take and successfully passing the Civil Service Exam (given once or twice a year). Prospective applicants are then given a series of examinations, including a physical exam, psychological exam, polygraph exam, and a thorough background check. Application materials, Civil Service Exam Schedules and other related information is available from the Recruiting Detail, through its RECRUITING web page, or at its office at 215 S. San Saba in San Antonio. Those who successfully complete all of the checks, screenings and exams, are then given put on an eligibility list to be invited to attend one of the scheduled Cadet Training Classes at the SAPD Training Academy.

APPLYING TO SAPD

If you are interested in more information on applying to be accepted as an SAPD Police Cadet, please go to the RECRUITING web page. Extensive information on REQUIREMENTS, PROCESS, TESTING, MILITARY, WOMEN IN POLICING, SALARIES, BENEFITS, and all other aspects of Recruiting and Applicant Processing, are posted on that page.