POLICE OFFICER

The City of Carlsbad Police Department is establishing an eligibility list for the position of Police Officer for current and anticipated openings. The department is seeking community-oriented, articulate individuals to provide police services to the citizens of Carlsbad. The selection process will involve several phases to include a fitness and physical evaluation, written test, oral review board, and an extensive background investigation. The written test and physical fitness test will be conducted on January 27, 2006 beginning at 8:30 a.m. Other testing dates will be scheduled as necessary.

Minimum qualifications: U.S. citizenship, 21 years of age at time of hire. High school graduate or GED. Possession of a valid driver's license and good driving record. No prior felony convictions and background free of disqualifying criminal activity. Vision correctable to 20/20, hearing, physical strength, flexibility, maneuverability, cognitive and mental abilities sufficient to perform the essential functions of the classification. Ability to communicate clearly and concisely, both verbally and in writing. Ability to work rotating shifts, weekends and holidays including overtime as required. Good work history is essential. Selected candidates must sign a pre-employment contract.

Starting hourly rate of pay for uncertified officers will be $14.54 with increase to $16.36 upon certification and increase to $18.18 one year after certification.

Applications are available at City Municipal Building, 101 N. Halagueno, Room 114. Applications must be received or be postmarked no later than January 13, 2006. EOE M/F/V/D