ShowerBabies said:some MaryJ +1.5yrs ago,
I would say this is it, a little too soon after last use. Check the department’s drug use policy that you applied for but I know my department would not even look at you.
ShowerBabies said:some MaryJ +1.5yrs ago,
JPM said:I would put in for entry level when you get back, but keep in mind you have to have something to stand out amongst the crowd (Speak another language, degree, ect) but there are a lot of agencies hiring. If you put yourself through, keep applying and give them your progress. A lot of departments will pick you up through the academy and not only finish paying for what’s left might also pay for the whole thing.
JPM said:I would say this is it, a little too soon after last use. Check the department’s drug use policy that you applied for but I know my department would not even look at you.
ShowerBabies said:Could you give me an idea which agency is this, so I don't waste my time?
silversvs said:If ya enjoyed a little weed in the last two years I would imagine that you will be hard pressed to find an agency willing to take you with open arms. You would have to have a lot of desireable qualities to outweigh your recent drug use.
My advice to you is to make an appointment with the recruiter or better yet the background investigator at any agency you are interested in. Tell them how long its been since you inhaled and find out what their policy is. You will save yourself and them a lot of time and effort.
dvsdesigner said:So how does one become a motorcycle LEO??
I've always wondered what qualifications and experience most MC cops have.
Are they usually normal patrolmen (who happen to have a lot of motorycle riding experience) for several years before they move up to MC status?
Sorry if this has been answered... I am waaayyy too lazy to read all of the responses so far.
dvsdesigner said:So how does one become a motorcycle LEO??
I've always wondered what qualifications and experience most MC cops have.
Are they usually normal patrolmen (who happen to have a lot of motorycle riding experience) for several years before they move up to MC status?
Sorry if this has been answered... I am waaayyy too lazy to read all of the responses so far.
This used to be true. SFPD instituted an S-2 program a little over a year ago. S-2's are selected from district stations and work out of those stations instead of 850 Bryant (where the Solo Platoon is located). The S-2's ride the Kawasaki KZ-1000-P's and are on a an assignment rotation. I believe it is a 5 year rotation.mk4ce said:I talked to an SFPD officer, and he said that waiting list for being a motorcycle cop is 20 years long right now. And that is for both the Harleys AND Kawasakis (enduro motos)
motorman4life said:This used to be true. SFPD instituted an S-2 program a little over a year ago. S-2's are selected from district stations and work out of those stations instead of 850 Bryant (where the Solo Platoon is located). The S-2's ride the Kawasaki KZ-1000-P's and are on a an assignment rotation. I believe it is a 5 year rotation.
S-1's generally ride the Harley Road Kings and they are assigned indefinately. The waiting list is about 16 years right now.
The "Hondas" (as they are called) are the off-road guys and I think most of them are riding street-legal Suzuki and Yamaha dirtbikes... no Hionda's anymore. They primarily patrol Golden Gate Park. Their waiting list is 12-15 years and I believe their assignment is also indefinate.
I don't work for SFPD, but I know many of their Solos and I have trained with them in the past. If anyone has any corrections, please feel free to update my information.
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ss3058 said:Redwood City PD has 6 openings and the hiring process only takes 4 to 5 weeks from the time you pass your final Chiefs interview. Starting pay 85k to 100k a yr w/ some overtime...
ss3058 said:Redwood City PD has 6 openings and the hiring process only takes 4 to 5 weeks from the time you pass your final Chiefs interview. Starting pay 85k to 100k a yr w/ some overtime...
That is a bit misleading.ss3058 said:Redwood City PD has 6 openings and the hiring process only takes 4 to 5 weeks from the time you pass your final Chiefs interview. Starting pay 85k to 100k a yr w/ some overtime...