Police Officer - Lateral (Experienced)

Introduction

THE CITY OF OCEANSIDE IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
 

The City of Oceanside is accepting applications for current and future vacancies for the position of Police Officer - Lateral. This position will be assigned to the Patrol Division. Applications are being accepted on a continuous basis.

Are you interested in a career in law enforcement or looking to work for an organization and municipality that supports our Public Safety professionals? Look no further than the Oceanside Police Department.  The City of Oceanside, CA (population 177,000) is a thriving beachfront community centrally located in the heart of the beautiful Southern California coastline.  Located just 83 miles south of Los Angeles, Oceanside is among the region's best places to escape the hustle-and-bustle of crowded cities nearby. The City enjoys proximity to all major Southern California destinations, while maintaining its coastal beauty and autonomy.

With an authorized budget of 226 sworn and 84 professional staff members, the Oceanside Police Department handles approximately 110,000 calls for service each year. Our team is organized under the Chief’s office and three divisions:  Patrol, Support Operations and Investigations. Our motto, "Service with Pride," speaks to our focus on quality and efficient customer service. We are committed to public safety and to implementing innovative crime-prevention techniques to ensure a safe and healthy community.  

• $5,000 at time of hire
• $1,000 upon successful completion of probation.
• $2,000 anniversary payment - year 2
• $3,000 anniversary payment - year 3
• $4,000 anniversary payment - year 4 
• $7,000 anniversary payment - year 5 
• Up front leave bank of 400 hours to be used as sick leave
• Up front "other" leave bank of 80 hours to be used as vacation.

Examples of Duties

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; directing traffic; making arrests; issuing citations; serving warrants and subpoenas; preparing reports; and working with the community to identify problems and solutions.

Working Conditions and Selection Process

Selection Process: The applicant selection process is divided into separate phases: pre-investigative questionnaire (PIQ), Initial Interview, and background process. Individuals must successfully complete each phase before advancing to the next. Candidates who successfully complete the examination process will be placed on the eligibility list and will remain eligible for employment consideration for a minimum of six months.   The Examination Process: All properly completed applications will be screened and the most appropriately qualified candidates will be invited to continue in the examination process. The examination process includes.

• Pre-Investigative Questionnaire (PIQ).
• Initial Interview - With Police Department
• Background Process

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications:

• Applicants must possess: (1) a high school diploma or General Education Development (GED) certificate
• (2) be a U.S. citizen
• (3) possess an Active California Basic POST Certificate or a California POST Basic Course Waiver Certificate
• and (4) be currently employed as a Peace/Police Officer
• Note: You must attach a copy of your California Basic POST Certificate (NOT your POST Academy Certificate) OR a copy of your California POST Basic Course Waiver (Out of State Applicants Only) certificate to the application
• OUT OF STATE APPLICANTS: If you are an out of state lateral, and you have not already obtained a POST waiver, you will need to do this prior to submitting your application
• Please follow the link below for more information or to apply for a POST waiver: If you do not attach the required certificate, your application will not be considered
• Special Requirements: Applicants must: (1) Possess a valid Class C California Driver License
• and (2) Successfully pass a thorough background investigation, a polygraph examination, pre-placement exam, a psychological evaluation, fingerprinting, and a medical examination which will include a pre-employment drug screening

Work for Warriors is a no-cost employment program of the California Military Department for Service Members, Veterans, and military family members. The Veteran Staffing Consultant for Oceanside Police Department is Chuck Callahan.