San Mateo: Police Officer Lateral - with Exclusive Hiring Incentive (17498981) 1. a) Are you currently an active police officer. b) Do you possess a California Basic POST Course Certificate. A copy of your certificate with your application is required in order for your to continue with the process. c) Do you have at least 3 years equivalent of CA Law Enforcement experience to patrol services with a municipality. d) Did you attach a résumé to your application packet. Yes No