Police Officer – Entry Level
The City of Oceanside is accepting applications for the position of Police Officer – Entry Level. This recruitment will be used to fill vacancies for the Regional Peace Officer POST Academy.
Closing
1/29/2021 4:00 PM Pacific
UPON GRADUATION FROM THE ACADEMY
Police Officer:
$6,186 – $8,403 per month
$74,232 -$100,836 per year
WHILE IN THE ACADEMY
Police Officer Recruit:
$28.93 per hour
How to Prepare for the Written Test
Applicants take the POST Entry-Level Law Enforcement Test Battery (PELLETB) exam. The PELLETB is a 2-hour test which includes 105 questions. Learn how to prepare for the PELLETB Police Exam.
Responsibilities:
Police Officers patrol assigned areas by vehicle, bicycle or on foot to answer service calls for the protection of life and property. Duties include conducting investigations; identifying and collecting evidence; directing traffic; making arrests; issuing citations; serving warrants and subpoenas; preparing reports; and working with the community to identify problems and solutions.
Qualifications:
Applicants must possess a high school diploma or General Education Development (GED) certificate or equivalent; Must be twenty (20) years and six (6) months on the date you apply and twenty one (21) years by the date of Academy graduation; be a U.S. Citizen or a permanent resident who has applied for U.S. Citizenship.
Special Requirements: Possess a valid Class C California Driver's license at time of appointment. Pass a thorough background investigation, polygraph examination, psychological evaluation and medical examination which will include a pre-employment drug screening. Not have been convicted of a felony or serving probation.