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The City of Oceanside's SkillBridge program offers eligible service members an exceptional opportunity to transition into a career in law enforcement by gaining valuable hands-on experience as a Police Officer. Participates will receive comprehensive training, working across various divisions such as: • Investigations• Patrol• SWAT• Traffic Investigations• Crisis Negotiations• UAS Program (Unmanned Aerial Support/Drone Team)• Neighborhood and Homeless Outreach• K-9 • Beach TeamThis initiative is designed to prepare candidates for the challenges and responsibilities of public safety while equipping them with skills and experience critical for a future in law enforcement.
Job description:
Police Officers Interns will provide assistance to the Police Department performing a variety of duties including assisting with special events such as setting up barricades, traffic control, delivering and setting up equipment and materials; pick up, transport, deliver and place into storage archived files; assist with firing range operations including collection and transport of range revenues; provides courier service to Department; may assist customers at the public counter of the Police Department; and performs other related duties as assigned.Training: High School Diploma or GED equivalent. Special Requirements: Pass a thorough background investigation, including Pre-Investigation Questionnaire (PIQ). Not have been convicted of a felony or serving probation.
Oceanside Police Department Police Officer Intern
Eligibility factors:
All Services
Ability to:• Communicate accurate information clearly and effectively, both orally and in writing;• Control uncooperative individuals;• Utilize correct English, grammar, and syntax when conveying information;• Remember names, faces, numbers, incidents and places;• Make accurate observations;• Demonstrate firearms proficiency;• Make sound judgments and take quick actions in emergencies;• Operate a variety of motor vehicles;• Follow verbal and written instructions;• Read and comprehend various documents written in standard English text; and• Demonstrate physical agility.