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I haven't worked for either agency, but I worked with both before I retired. If i had a choice, I'd go with Newport. Internally, they seemed more laid back and informal plus, you are dealing with a better class of citizens. Average Newport home price is $3.2 Million, highest priced home on the market...

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Sent you a PM

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A buddy of mine (now retired) was a station commander. Every year he had crystal like (hard clear plastic) Christmas tree ornaments made for every officer at his station that were laser engraved with the name of the agency, their station and the year on them. They cost him $3 each (that was 10 year...

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In my state, this is what orals are scored on -

• Experience – assesses your ability and experience in accepting responsibilities and performing assigned tasks as demonstrated through achievements in work, school, and other activities.
• Problem Solving – assesses your reasoning skills

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Then he is doomed like the rest of us. Still don't have the money to move to Tejas with you brother.

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One of my prior agencies hired two people at 18 years old. One was a complete disaster, but we loved it when he was on duty because he was a crap magnet and we were guaranteed at least one officer needs assistance call per shift. He was actually promoted to sergeant before they fired him.
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Here’s something else you need to know –

This is not like getting a job at McDonalds or a local business.

You and the other applicants will take written and oral exams that measure your actual ability to perform the duties of the job you are seeking. Those exam results...

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In most (but not all agencies) your application is reviewed to determine whether you possess the minimum qualifications for admission to the testing process. The fact that you have a degree, speak multiple languages, or have some skill you think makes you special will not get the written exam administered...