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Become a CHP Officer

The California Highway Patrol (CHP) announced today that it will accept applications in January from individuals interested in a career as a CHP officer.

“This is an opportunity to serve alongside some of California’s finest who provide the highest level of safety, service and security throughout the state,” said CHP Commissioner Joe Farrow. “A career with a law enforcement agency like the CHP offers unlimited opportunities for someone who is looking for a challenge.”

Applications will be accepted online only during a three-day period from Thursday, Jan. 3 through Saturday, Jan. 5.  This brief application period marks the first time in three years that the CHP has accepted applications. Those interested in applying, or seeking additional information, should visit www.chpcareers.com.

“Officers are needed throughout California,” added Commissioner Farrow.  “Through this process, we are determined to find qualified men and women from diverse backgrounds who are committed to carrying out the CHP’s mission and making a difference in their communities."

To be considered, candidates must be 20-35 years old, a U.S. citizen, have no felony convictions and be a high school graduate.  Each applicant will be required to complete a selection process including a written test, physical ability test, appraisal panel interview, background investigation, medical/vision evaluation and psychological evaluation. 

The CHP’s recruitment Facebook page is www.facebook.com/chp.recruiting.

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Cathy P. May 25, 2013 at 03:24 pm
The Yes on Measure T yard signs say at the bottom "jobs and public safety," that doesn'tRead More seem all that separate to me.
Cathy P. May 25, 2013 at 01:01 pm
@sweetcakes: on all that we definitely agree!
sweetcakes May 25, 2013 at 11:16 am
Cathy, when I was hired at the Federal agency I work at, I had to sign an agreement regarding notRead More violating the Hatch act and not being involved in any political matter. In my position it could be construed that my agency supports one political idea or agenda. (I am in a high level position). I have always honored and respected the Hatch Act and will continue to do so. I did write a letter to the editor of the local paper a few years back on a hot topic and heard from my regional manager about it and also had my front window bashed in at my home, so I continue to post as sweetcakes. I also watched the complete city council meeting on TV and was disgusted by how the city manager and council interact with the public and ideas presented. It doesn't appear that city management and council members actually seek and use public input and ideas when making decisions. The only member on the council that thinks about the topic at hand and asks intelligent questions is Dr. Bilicich. I guess this is why the majority never wanted her as mayor. Dodge is using his position on the council to push his agenda. Measure T goes against what LAFCO (Dodge is chairman of LAFCO) stands for. He shouldn't even be on the LAFCO commission because of his involvement on Measure T. The goal of LAFCO is to guide urban development away from prime agricultural lands and open space resources; to promote orderly growth; and to discourage urban sprawl. I guess he was appointed at Alejo's command to push the agenda of paving over our valuable farmland. Vote NO on T
David H. Perez May 23, 2013 at 02:14 pm
I used my yes on T flier to line the birdcage. It pissed my parrot off so much, he bit me!
Cathy P. May 22, 2013 at 05:11 pm
We got one too sweetcakes (some caring person actually tucked it into my door handle so it wouldn'tRead More blow away) even though I have a "No on T" sign in my yard. The "Yes on T" is all lies anyway so it went right into my recycle bin. Perhaps it was just coincidence but they came while we were at the City Council meeting last night. Go figure.
Jennifer Squires (Editor) May 20, 2013 at 08:53 am
Thanks! Here's a story we posted about the restaurant earlier this spring:Read More http://watsonville.patch.com/groups/business-news/p/watsonville-restaurants-get-more-diverse-with-new-chif27603f3cd
Jennifer Squires (Editor) May 15, 2013 at 02:40 pm
So good to hear! Love the restaurant, and their story.Read More http://watsonville.patch.com/groups/business-news/p/dispatches-the-gravy-boat-is-half-full
Sara Gomez February 17, 2013 at 03:10 pm
We are on our way now :) I'm Ediths future sister in law & can speak for Cisco, Edith, &Read More myself, when I say A MILLION THANK YOUS FOR THIS. It means more then you could ever know.
Denise 'Neesie' Marie Moseley February 16, 2013 at 06:55 pm
Jim May 18, 2013 at 08:57 am
Vote no on T, Clean up the down town area,
Cathy P. May 15, 2013 at 01:17 pm
Me too, just came back from submitting my ballot. No on T!
Butch Cole May 15, 2013 at 01:05 pm
I've already voted NO!