Why San Leandro?

About San Leandro

The City of San Leandro is one of the most diverse cities in the nation located at the center of the dynamic San Francisco Bay Area. With a vibrant community of more than 89,000 residents, San Leandro is proud of its well-maintained neighborhoods, excellent public libraries, twenty-one public parks, quality local schools, and a wide range of shopping, dining, and entertainment options. The City also encompasses a large industrial area that is home to a thriving advanced manufacturing industry. San Leandro is also well-known for its quiet, well-defined neighborhoods full of charming and unique older houses on tree-lined streets where residents are proud of both their neighborhoods and their City. This is reflected by their active involvement in the City’s numerous neighborhood and homeowner’s associations. The ideal temperature makes San Leandro an excellent place for outdoor recreation. San Leandro boasts of its 450-berth Marina and two golf courses, and with an average temperature of 62 degrees and average rainfall of 19 inches per year, outdoor activity is possible all year.

Mission Statement

WE ARE COMMITTED TO PROVIDING PROFESSIONAL POLICE SERVICES AND SAFETY TO OUR COMMUNITY IN A MANNER IN WHICH WE, OURSELVES EXPECT.

Core Values

Teamwork

SLPD values teamwork which fosters cooperation through a positive work culture and partnership with the community. We encourage and share ideas and goals, while respecting diversity and individuality.

Integrity

The San Leandro Police Department values ethical and honest employees who are dependable to the organization and the community we proudly serve.

Professionalism

We honor the professional standards of the law enforcement community and proudly adhere to the Law Enforcement Code of Ethics in the service we provide. We value quality training for personal and professional growth and hold ourselves and each other accountable for maintaining high standards.

Service

We are committed to providing quality service in a timely manner using technology as a valuable resource.

AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER – IT IS THE POLICY OF THE CITY OF SAN LEANDRO NOT TO DISCRIMINATE BECAUSE OF RACE, COLOR, RELIGION, SEX, SEXUAL PREFERENCE, NATIONAL ORIGIN, AGE OR DISABILITY.

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