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Police Strategic Plan 2024-2029

This plan outlines our commitment to protecting Oceanside and fostering strong relationships with our community. It serves as a roadmap to achieve our core goals, including reducing crime, leveraging technology, and continually improving service.

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Police & Fire Commission

The Police & Fire Commission acts in an advisory capacity to the City Council on policies pertaining to safety, police, fire and other areas wherein the matter of public safety may be of concern.

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Blue Envelope Program Celebrates One Year Anniversary!

OPD is participating in a new program to enhance communication between officers and residents diagnosed with Autism or other condition that might require awareness or accomodation.

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Career OpportunitiesLateral Bonus and Relocation

The Oceanside Police Department is accepting applications for Police Officer Laterals candidates. We offer a lateral officer incentive program where a hired applicant can earn up to $22,000.

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Real-Time Connection PodcastOceanside PD Discuss Crime Data Mapping

Join former Police Chief Fred Armijo, Crime Analysis & Intelligence Supervisor Steve Walter, and Public Information Officer Jennifer Atenza as they sit down with Conversations that Matter Hosts Mike and Rob.

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By The Numbers

Oceanside, a beach community located 39 miles north of San Diego, has a population of more than 175,000. The Oceanside Police Department has an authorized budgeted strength of 219 sworn and 115 professional staff members and handles approximately 110,000 calls for service each year.