APPLY NOW - Independent Police Auditor - City of San José, CA
The City of San José offers a rare opportunity for an accomplished leader to serve at the intersection of public trust, accountability, and effective policing in one of the nation’s largest and most diverse cities. As Independent Police Auditor, the successful candidate will lead a nationally significant civilian oversight office, working independently and objectively to strengthen confidence in the police complaint process, advance thoughtful policy and oversight, and foster constructive relationships among the community, the Police Department, and City leadership.
Known as the “Capital of Silicon Valley,” the City of San José plays a vital economic and cultural role anchoring the world’s leading region of innovation. Encompassing approximately 181 square miles at the southern tip of the San Francisco Bay, San José is Northern California’s largest city and the 13th largest city in the nation. With nearly one million residents, San José is one of the most diverse large cities in the United States. San José’s quality of life is unsurpassed. Surrounded by the Diablo and Santa Cruz mountain ranges and enjoying an average of 300 days of sunshine a year, residents have easy access to the beaches along the California coast including Santa Cruz, Monterey, and Carmel; Yosemite and Lake Tahoe in the Sierra Nevada; local and Napa Valley wine country, and the rich cultural and recreational life of the entire Bay region. San José is proud of its rich cultural diversity and global connections, and the essential role the City plays in connecting residents and businesses to the nation and the world.
Learn more about the City of San José here!
Application deadline is Monday, October 12, 2026! To be considered for this exciting career opportunity, interested candidates must submit a cover letter and résumé here.
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