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Training Bureau

The Training Bureau is responsible for all entry-level and in-service training for personnel, both sworn and civilian.

The State of California sets minimum standards for law enforcement training and audits all police training to ensure these minimum standards are being met.  It is the goal of the Costa Mesa Police Department to exceed these standards while keeping training costs to a minimum.  Training is conducted at local college campuses, in partnership with other police departments, through the use of vendors, and internally.  A wide range of subject matter experts are used and all training is certified where possible.

 

Recruitment Bureau

The Recruitment Bureau was established in 2007 at the direction of the City Council.  The challenge of finding quality, qualified applicants requires that trained specialists be used in recruitment.  Law enforcement recruitment has become extremely competitive and will remain so for many years to come.

The primary function of the bureau is to attract the highest quality personnel for careers in law enforcement.  Staff conduct outreach programs, attend job fairs, and take every opportunity to enhance the department's reputation.  It is the policy of the Recruitment Bureau to treat all applicants with respect and dignity and to provide applicants with every opportunity to be successful by guiding them through the hiring process from application submittal to actual hire date.

Law enforcement applicants are subject to very strict background investigations and these are coordinated and conducted by Recruitment Bureau staff.  The Costa Mesa Police Department has a reputation for conducting thorough background investigations and prides itself on hiring the best to serve our community.

The Recruitment Sergeant line is (714) 754-5030.