Stanford University Department of Public Safety
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About The Deputy Position
Minimum Requirements
Application Process
  • Phase one:
    • Online Application
    • Physical Agility Field Test
    • Written Examination
    • Core Values & Written Assignment
    • Oral Board
    • Personal History Statement
    • Background Investigation
    • Ride Along
    • Polygraph Examination
    • Chief's Interview
  • Successful candidates will proceed to phase two:
    • Psychological Examination
    • Complete Medical Examination
    • Police Academy
    • Graduation & Swearing In Ceremony
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Emergencies – Call 9-1-1

9-9-1-1 from a main campus phone (e.g. request medical assistance, report a crime that is in progress)


Non-Emergency Response
-(650) 329-2413

(e.g. file a police report, report a crime or a public safety concern that has already occurred, etc…)


Main Office
-(650) 723-9633

233 Bonair Siding
Stanford, CA 94305

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Clearance Letters & Background Checks

We will no longer be accepting requests for Background Checks or Clearance Letters

These requests should be submitted to:

Santa Clara County Sheriffs Office
55 West Younger Avenue
San Jose, CA 95110
(408) 808.4705

Please visit the Sheriff's website for more information.

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(See Alerts for emergency information)
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    • Sexual-Assault
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    Vaden Health Center - Confidential Support Team (CST)
    Sexual Assault Hotline at 650-725-9955.
    Business Hours: Office Line: 650-736-6933

    Share Title IX
    (650) 497-4955 or titleix@stanford.edu

    Sexual Harassment Policy Office (SHPO)
    650.724.2120

    Holding Facility Compliance (THF Compliance)


    Santa Clara Citation Processing Center (CPC)
    Parking Citation Appeals

    Santa Clara Courthouse (traffic)
    (408) 556-3000

    Santa Clara County Superior Court (criminal and civil)
    (650) 462-3800

    Help and Healing Resources

    Human Trafficking Information

    Stanford University Fire Marshal's Office
    (650) 723-0448

    Santa Clara County Office of the Sheriff
    (408) 808-4400


    5-SURE, Students United for Risk Elimination (Campus Escorts)
    (650) 725-SURE (7873)

    Department of Environmental Health and Safety
    (650) 723-0448

    Lost and Found

    Marguerite Shuttle Service  (Live Map)
    (650) 723-9362

    Parking & Transportation Services
    (650) 723-9362

    Pest Control on Campus

    Suggested Travel Routes

    Trauma Kit Program and Locations


    Emergency Response Guide

    Weapons Policy

    Parking & Traffic Code

    UFV (Drone) Policy and FAQs

    Video Safety and Security Systems Standards


    YWCA Support Network Crisis Line: 1257 Tasman Drive Suite C; Sunnyvale, CA; 800-572-2782

    Next Door, Solutions to Domestic Violence 408-279-2962
    National Domestic Violence Hotline: 800-799-7233.
    Women's Crisis Support: 1537 Pacific Avenue; Santa Cruz, CA; 24-hour crisis line, legal and shelter services;831-425-4030, 831-685-3737

    Victims of Crime Resource Center

    3200 Fifth Avenue; McGeorge School of Law; Sacramento, CA; Tips for stalking victims; 800-842-8467.

    AACI Asian Women's Home: 408-975-2739

    Employee Commendation
    If you would like to commend an employee of the Stanford Department of Public Safety, please fill out this form. You may also commend an employee by writing a letter to the Chief of Police, 233 Bonair Siding Rd. Stanford, CA. 94305.
    The Stanford Department of Public Safety thanks you for your interest and for taking the time to complete this form.

    Share your commendations about our staff

    Lost and Found

    To report a lost/found item please send an Email to lostandfoundsu@stanford.edu with the following:

    • Detailed Description
    • Location
    • Time and Date the item was lost/found.
    • Contact information

    Your email will be forwarded to a list of personnel responsible for Lost and Found items in various departments throughout the University.

    You will only be contacted in the event that one of these recipients has the item you have lost, or is looking for the item you have found.

    If you are affiliated with Stanford, please make sure your Stanford WHO information is up to date.

    If you have any additional questions, you can contact SUDPS at (650) 723-9639.

    Bike Donation Options

    Stanford University Department Of Public Safety (On Campus) Complete the form and bring it with your bike to 351 Bonair Siding Road.

    "If you are student leaving campus to start your next adventure,consider donating your bike to another student. Go to the Give & Go website and find out how easy it is to do and leave knowing you helped a fellow student."

    Nearest Salvation Army

    On campus storage Option

    Security Assessment

    Faculty and staff residing in University housing may request a security assessment by trained SUDPS crime prevention staff. Stanford building managers may also request an assessment of their facilities.

    The assessment will include a review of areas such as doors, locks, windows, and the general perimeter.

    Contact Bill Larson (community-outreach@lists.stanford.edu)

    House Check

    If you are going to be away from your home for a period of time and wish the Department of Public Safety to check your home periodically, complete the following form and return it to SUDPS (If you are a frequent traveler, please send us updated information on your absences).

    House Checks Request Form

    You can also call 650-723-9633 M-F, 8 am - 5 pm to schedule a free spot check of your Stanford residence.

    Department of Public Safety Records Request form

    Click here for the Records Request Form. You may complete the form online and print the completed form, or print the blank form and complete the information manually. Return the completed form along with any supporting documentation and a scanned copy of your ID to Stanford University Department of Public Safety:

    By Email: police-records@lists.stanford.edu

    By U.S. Mail to:
    Stanford University
    Department of Public Safety
    Records Unit
    233 Bonair Siding Rd.
    Stanford, CA 94305-7240
    (Please allow time for mail delivery)

    By Campus ID Mail to:
    Public Safety
    Mail Code 7240
    (Please allow time for mail delivery)

    By Fax to: 650-323-1185

    or By delivery in person:
    Public Safety Building
    233 Bonair Siding Rd.
    Stanford, CA 94305-7240

    If you have any questions call the SUDPS Records Unit at 650-723-9633

    DPS Parking - Interactive Map

    Free, one hour visitor parking is located at the end of Pampas Lane just beyond Bonair Siding. The DPS building is located to the left on the map below.

    DPS Street View - Interactive Map

    We are located at the corner of Pampas Lane and Bonair Siding Road. Enter Pampas Lane from Serra Street, pass the credit union and make a left on Bonair Siding Road. Alternatively, enter Bonair Siding Road from Campus Drive (near Maples Pavilion) and travel down Bonair Siding Road to our new building at 233 Bonair Siding Road. The front entrance to the building is near the flagpole on Bonair Siding.

    The Live Scan office is located inside the Public Safety lobby.

    One hour free parking is located at the end of Pampas Lane just beyond Bonair Siding.

    Email Public Safety

    AlertSU: alertsudps@lists.stanford.edu

    Bike Abatement: bike-abatement@lists.stanford.edu

    Bike Diversion: dps-bikediversion@lists.stanford.edu

    Community Outreach: community-outreach@lists.stanford.edu

    DPS Explorers: dps-explorers@lists.stanford.edu

    Event Parking: eventparking@stanford.edu

    Event Security: event_security@lists.stanford.edu

    General Police: police@stanford.edu

    Lost and Found: lostandfoundsu@stanford.edu

    Core Values

    The members of the Stanford University Department of Public Safety are committed to the goal of providing high quality services with a positive, cooperative attitude.

    To achieve that goal:

    • We pledge to honor the spirit and letter of the laws we are charged to uphold.
    • We will dedicate our full attention to our duties in order to promote a safe environment while earning and maintaining the public's trust.
    • We will endeavor to continually enhance our professional skills and knowledge.
    • We will hold each other accountable for demonstrating professional and ethical behavior.
    • We will actively identify and pursue opportunities to improve our department and the ways we serve the campus community.

    The hallmarks of our service are a constant dedication to the principles of honesty, integrity, fairness, courage and courtesy.

    Deputization

    Deputization by the Sheriff of Santa Clara County.

    Police Academy

    Successful entry level canidates will attend The SCCSO basic acedemy located in Morgan Hill.

    Medical Examination

    The medical exam will be conducted by a licensed physician. A physical demands examination will be conducted by a licensed physical therapist.

    Psychological Examination

    The psychological component is composed of a written examination followed by an interview with a licensed clinical psychologist.

    Chief's Interview

    Successful candidates will participate in a one on one interview with The Director of Public Safety.

    Polygraph Examination

    A licensed Polygraph examiner will conduct your polygraph exam.

    Ride Along

    During the Background Investigation process you may participate in a 4-hour Ride-Along with a Stanford Deputy. You may set up a ride-along appointment with the recruiter any time during the background process. In addition to being used for evaluation purposes during the recruitment process, the ride-along is also an excellent opportunity to gain insight into what a typical patrol shift is like as a Stanford Deputy. At the end you will be asked to write a report on what you observed.

    Background Investigation

    A Background Investigator will conduct a personal and in-depth interview. The Background Investigation may take as long as eight (8) weeks to complete and may require follow-up interview(s). The candidate will also be required to submit to a LiveScan fingerprint background check. The candidate will be required to provide a number of documents, including birth certificate, citizenship, diplomas, transcripts, financial documents and legal papers. These documents must be submitted to the Investigator or received by the Department prior to the end of the Background Investigation. Failure to produce required documents may result in removal from the selection process.

    Personal History Statement

    You will meet with the Background Investigator to discuss the background investigation process. Candidates are required to complete a detailed Personal History Statement. All time periods in your background must be covered. All statements are subject to verification. Inaccuracies or incomplete statements may disqualify you.

    Oral Board

    This 1.5 - 2 hour interview will be held before a committee of SUDPS officers of varying rank and position. Your interview will consist of questions that relate to your work history, education, motivation for law enforcement and situational problems. You will be graded on your interpersonal skills, judgment, problem solving ability and general knowledge.

    Core Values Class & Written Assignment

    The set of Core Values describes our commitment of service to the Stanford Community and the Public. During the 2-hour class you will be shown power point presentation about our department's Core Values and given a written assignment.

    Written Examination

    A State of California validated multiple-choice exam will be administered. You will be given two hours to complete the test. This test consists various components (report writing/reading comprehension and a reasoning/observation-memory phase).

    Application

    Public Safety is now currently accepting applications for Deputy Sheriff and Deputy Sheriff Cadet Trainee. You may apply online through the Stanford Jobs website. Type deputy sheriff or deputy cadet trainee into the 'keywords' field. Select the desired position and click the "apply online" button.

    You may also email our Recruitment Specialist, Robert Contreras, at: robertc2@stanford.edu for additional information.

    About Deputy Sheriff Positions

    Stanford Deputy Sheriffs are deputized by the Sheriff of Santa Clara County and perform peace officer duties on the Stanford University Campus. Deputies wear uniforms, carry firearms and operate marked patrol vehicles.

    Deputies enforce state and county ordinances to make arrests. They must be able to physically control violent persons and exercise good judgement and self-control in the discharge of their duties.

    Deputies must be able to write involved investigative reports and conduct follow-ups. This position involves considerable overtime and shift work. Deputies must remain physically and mentally alert for extended periods of time.

    Deputies receive extensive training as required by the Commission on Peace Officer Standards and Training (P.O.S.T.) and receive a basic Police Academy Diploma, upon graduation.

    Deputies receive specialized training in dignitary protection and crowd control. The Department works closely with Federal, State, and local law enforcement agencies. We frequently provide protective security for dignitary visits and high level visitors who do not have government support staff.

    Deputy Minimum Requirements

    • U.S. Citizenship required.
    • 21 years of age.
    • Weight proportional to height.
    • Vision not less than 20/100 in each eye; correctable to not less than 20/30 in each eye; without functional color-blindness or impairment.
    • Normal hearing in each ear.
    • Ability to pass polygraph, drug screening, extensive background investigation,
    • psychological and medical examinations.
    • Forty-five (45) semester units or sixty (60) quarter units of college course work.
    • Additional Work Experience Qualifications: Related work experience, such as campus police, security, military or civilian law enforcement, highly desirable. NOTE: Lateral entry applicants must have eighteen (18) months of current California sworn peace officer status.

    Deputy Sheriff Benefits

    For the current wage scale specific to the deputy Sheriff position, click here:SDSA Wage Scale.

    For general University benefits, including a description of health care options and retirement overview, please visit the Cardinal at work website.

    Highlights of some of the benefits include:

    • Stanford Contributory Retirement Plan
    • Staff Training Assistance Program (STAP)
    • Staff tuition reimbursement program (STRP)
    • Tuition grant program for eligible children of employees (TGP)
    • Choice of several Health and Dental Plans
    • Life Insurance
    • Accidental Death and Dismemberment Insurance paid by employer.
    • Annual Child Care Subsidy grant
    • Access to Stanford's Health Improvement Program (HIP) and athletic facilities