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Police Officer Opportunities & Qualifications
 Qualifications
 As
the second largest city in San Diego County, and with several master
planned communities expected to increase the city's population by
nearly 50% over the next several years, the opportunity for an exciting
career with the Chula Vista Police Department has never been better.
CVPD is a progressive organization that welcomes diversity, encourages
innovation, and rewards the commitment of all employees. The department
encourages employee involvement in decision-making, quality improvement;
problem solving and community oriented policing. It is through this
commitment that CVPD has enjoyed strong support from our City Administration
and a 92% approval rating from the community.
As a growing organization, the department offers significant opportunities
for career advancement to supervisory positions and assignme nt
to specialty areas, such as investigations.
The department seeks motivated individuals who are beginning their
careers as well as those who are interested in changing careers.
Previous experience may include work in teaching, social work, military,
business, law enforcement, or a variety of other professions. Prior
law enforcement experience is not required.
For more information, please contact the Professional Standards Unit at (619) 409-5942 or link to Chula Vista's Human Resources Department.
Minimum Qualifications
- Must be at least 20 years of age at time of application and
21 years of age at time of appointment.
- Must have a valid California Driver's License.
- Must meet U.S. Citizenship requirements as defined under California
Government Code Sections 1031(a) and 1031.5.
- US High School diploma or G.E.D.
- Additional college education and / or degree are highly desirable.
- No felony convictions as a juvenile or adult, and cannot be
on probation.
- No domestic violence convictions and cannot be a subject of
any domestic violence court restraining order.
- Must have a good character and reputation.
California State Qualifications for Police Officers
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