An Oceanside Police Officer enjoys the benefits of working in a growing and diverse beach community. We are one of the last Southern California cities where you can live, work, and play in the same community.

A multitude of opportunities awaits within the Police Department, allowing a department member to serve our community in a variety of career paths.

• Motorcycle Officer
• Gang Suppression Unit
• General Investigations
• Neighborhood Policing Team
• Field Training Officer
• 4/10 and 3/12 Work Schedules
• Defensive Tactics Instructor
• Psychiatric Emergency Response Team
• Traffic Services Unit
• Vice/Narcotics Investigator
• Drug Recognition Expert
• School Resource Officer
• EVOC Instructor
• Homeless Outreach Team
• Firearms/Range Staff
• Resource Team
• Gang Investigator
• Canine Officer
• SWAT & CNT (Crisis Negotiation Team)
• Harbor, Beaches, Downtown Team
• Unmanned Aerial System Team

The Department fosters an environment of unity, family, and continued self-improvement. Tuition reimbursement is available for those wishing to further their education, shift-differential pay for particular work schedules, and additional pay for some specialized assignments. Additionally, the Department participates in a Citywide mentoring program designed to enrich employees’ work experience and provide for personal and professional development.