About the Police Department
The Carlsbad Police Department is a full-service police department that prides itself on its strong partnership with the community. Through the hard work and dedication of the men and women of the police department and the support of City Council members and the community, Carlsbad continues to be a safe community to live, work, and play.
Attends the Regional Law Enforcement Academy, certified by the California Commission on Police Officer Standards and Training (P.O.S.T.), to obtain a comprehensive overview of the criminal justice system and specialized training in various laws, law enforcement techniques, practices, and procedures, and first aid.
Attends classroom lectures.
Observes demonstrations on arrest and control methods and the care and use of firearms.
Participates in physical conditioning and self-defense exercises.
Practices the use of firearms.
Takes examinations.
Participates in orientation programs under supervision to develop an awareness of the duties, activities, and responsibilities of a Police Officer.
Ability to:
Observe, learn understand and interpret various laws, police practices and procedures.
Analyze problems and have the potential to rationally and calmly take appropriate action in stressful situations.
Undergo strenuous physical conditioning.
Prepare accurate and grammatically correct written reports in English.
Compute basic arithmetic problems.
Establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with those contacted in the course of work.
Understand and carry out oral and written directions.