San Diego Police Department Holds Recruitment Fair

In the next four years, SDPD says it plans to hire up to 800 officers.

If you are searching for a job in law enforcement, the San Diego Police are looking for officers.

The SDPD held a job fair at the Jacobs Center in Lincoln Park.

Hundreds of officers are now up for retirement and the department is starting heavy recruiting efforts to bring in new talent.

In the next four years, SDPD says it plans to hire up to 800 officers.

Despite a growing scrutiny of police, organizers hope this will have a positive impact on the force.

"If you're transparent in your organization and you work closely with the community.. .we're able to come to a consensus to solve problems and issues and social disorder here in San Diego County,” said Lt. Alberto Leos.

The department holds four academies each year.

You must be at least 20 and a half years old, a U.S. citizen and have a high school diploma or GED equivalent to apply.

To learn more about how to apply, click here. 

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