From sworn officers to professional staff, OPD is always looking for kind, engaged, and committed people to join the department. Sworn Officer Hiring Process.Police Officer Trainee Job Application Process Steps: Step 1. Your employment and military (if applicable) histories must demonstrate the motivation and success-orientation needed to succeed as a Police Officer. Applications can be obtained at the Oakland Housing Authority office located at 1619 Harrison Street in downtown Oakland. Read ALL information carefully and fill out all forms COMPLETELY. All applications must be notarized before they will be accepted. In the current policing environment we find ourselves in it would probably be easier to get hired on with a larger department. The letter must contain the total T-score AND the date of the test; test dates older than one (1) year will not be accepted. It's a tough town, and a tough department to get into.