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The Handford Police Department

Police Service Technician

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At a glance

Open to
All branches
Format
In person
Length
121 - 150 days
Locations
1 location in California

About the program

The Public Service Officer (PSO) SkillBridge Internship provides transitioning service members with immersive, hands-on experience supporting a civilian police department. Trainees will work alongside sworn officers and professional staff in public safety operations, gaining skills in community engagement, records management, dispatch support, code enforcement, and more. This program prepares participants for a wide range of local government and public service roles.

Jobs this program prepares you for

The PSO trainee performs non-sworn duties including assisting with traffic control, supporting patrol operations, data entry and records processing, public interaction during service calls, and exposure to dispatch and emergency communication systems. The trainee will rotate through several divisions and complete a final capstone project or presentation.Duties include:Assisting with vehicle abatement and parking enforcementConducting community outreach or patrol support tasksObserving dispatch communications and CAD operationsProcessing reports, subpoenas, and citations in records divisionLearning basic municipal and code enforcement processes

Eligibility & prerequisites

Must be active-duty military approved for SkillBridge and within 180 days of separationMust pass a limited background check and department clearanceValid driver’s license and ability to work flexible hoursInterest in public service, municipal employment, or law enforcement careers

Locations & contacts

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How to apply

  1. Contact the provider using the website or email above. Ask about openings, start dates, and the application.
  2. Confirm eligibility. SkillBridge is generally for service members within 180 days of separation who have their command's approval.
  3. Get your unit commander's authorization following your branch's SkillBridge process. Start early; approvals take time.
  4. Read reviews from past participants on Rate My SkillBridge.

Policy details: official DoW SkillBridge site · our FAQ