Police Officer – Entry Level
The City of Oceanside, an equal opportunity employer, is seeking applicants for the role of Entry Level Police Officer. This recruitment is specifically for the Regional Peace Officer POST Academy vacancies.
This position involves patrolling assigned areas to respond to service calls and protect life and property. Duties include conducting investigations, gathering evidence, directing traffic, making arrests, issuing citations, and working with the community to solve problems.
Applicants must have a high school diploma or GED certificate, be at least 20 years and six months old upon application, and 21 years old by the date of Academy graduation. They must also be a U.S. Citizen or a permanent resident who has applied for U.S. Citizenship.
Candidates will undergo a thorough examination process consisting of a written test, a Pre-Investigative Questionnaire (PIQ), and a Physical Agility Test (PAT). Successful candidates will be placed on the eligibility list for employment consideration for a minimum of six months.
Individuals who have taken the POST PELLETB exam within the last thirty calendar days, or have taken the test in another agency within the last six months, may be exempt from retaking the exam. Any applicant requiring a reasonable accommodation in the selection process should state their needs in writing when submitting an application.
Interested applicants are encouraged to submit their applications before the examination dates and will be notified via email regarding the scheduled examination.