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Do not work for LA Probation, but I think you are almost done. Just try to stay relx during your psy process.
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Was told I cleared my background for DSO. Got scheduled for my psych written/interview and medical as well. A bit worried about my EKG though, i've had a prior medical for US Customs and when the Dr. did the EKG, the EKG read that I had a right bundle branch block (which is funny since I've experienced no heart problems before whatsoever and exercise/run regularly about 4 times a week). I had to get this EKG "problem" cleared up with my regular doctor and this delayed my US Customs application by about 2 months. My questions mainly for LtMike is would this likely cause a similar delay for me for LAC Probation if my EKG happens to indicate that I have "problems" again? Would they even let me see my regular doctor to clear things up for my EKG like US Customs did or would Probation just dq me on the spot? Also I just started wearing contacts about a month and a half ago, would this delay my medical as well? (I believe LAPD has a rule where one must have worn contacts for 3 months prior to entering academy, not sure if Probation has similar requirements) Thanks in advance for any input.
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I don't know what the doctors will say about your previous ekg. The Doc will evaluate you and if they feel yolu need further assessment then he will make the call. The glasses or contacts are a non issue. As long as you are 20/40 with either glasses or contacts. The contact issue is only a problem if you are going to apply for one of our armed un its. Good luck.
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Update: I took my psy written part of the test today its pretty intrusive. Alot of bubbling in scatrons I was in by 8:30am out by 2:00pm FYI whoevers taking the test take a mental break this test actually will pick apart your brain...
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Yes, you have to go through an academy. Which academy depends on which DPO II position you applied to. If it is the DPO II treatment and counseling then you have to complete Juvenile corrections officer core. If you applied to DPO II field, then you have to complete Field Probation Officer Core. The next FPOC is scheduled to start september 3. Next JCOC is October 14.
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I took the test and passed it about 2 months ago. I was advised that there is a computerized assessment being added to the application process, however I don't have to take it (I already have taken it for another County exam). Can I have any advice on the interview?
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I applied for the DPO1 job in February this year (2013) and had my oral interview on 8/10/13. I received my score of 95 on 8/21/13 and hopefully I'll receive my background packet very soon. Does anyone know how long the process of being hired will take these days?
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how long was the polygraph examination and what kind of questions do they ask? Are they all yes/no questions or do you have to elaborate on your answers? Are they questions directly from your background packet answers?
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Whole session felt like over an hour. Yes/No questions that come from the background. The only time you elaborate is before the poly because the examiner wants to makes you have no conflict by the wording of the question.
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Hey Lt. Mike, do you know if they are currently hiring DPO's right now? I received my oral interview score (95) last week and I was wondering if you or anyone else knew if people have been getting mailed background packets lately?(DPO I)
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Yes they are hiring DPO I and DPO II positions. But remember as I have stated previously, the majority of the positions are DSO items. You can say that for every academy class about 10% are DPO series. That percentage will go up as we promote more folks from within. Once those folks are promoted then it becomes easier to hire more DPO items off the street. Hang in there, they will get to you eventually.
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Hello, just registered on this site and have read many useful things many of you have had to say. I will have my interview this Saturday. Any advise Lt. Mike or anyone else who was already interiewed? What questions can i expect? Also, do you recommend I bring in extra resumes and perhaps recommendation letters from DPOs I work with? Hope to hear from you soon.
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@Dj1915- I interviewed a couple weeks ago and they didn't ask for resume or any other items. They asked me around 7 questions that were pretty simple. Situational questions and things like why I want the job. When did u apply for the position?
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@roadkill88 to answer your question the oral interview was about 30 to 45 minutes long they ask me around 10 general questions. As far as the background packet after I took my oral interview maybe two weeks later thats when I receive my background packet through the mail they did not contact me. They give me two weeks to complete the background packet and to get all the require documents, I suggest you start getting those items now, transcipts, H-6 prints, credit report and etc hope I answer your question
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For those who have gone through the oral interview can you please tell me what type of questions were asked or at least tell me what information I should review. Thanks in advance.
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I am glad that they told you that they are sending out background packets. The process started out very quickly for me with the written test, oral, and receiving my score. this was back in like late april, early may. since then I have not heard anything. I have a score of 100 so I was kind of nervous that I had not received any additional info or background packets.
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New To Calguns.net and a DSO & DPO I Applicant
Hello All,
As I was searching for the Los Angeles County Probation Department job description for the DPO I position on Google, I was led to this forum. I have taken the liberty to read EVERY single thread in this forum. After doing that, I decided I wanted to be a part of this community so I joined. This is my first day (and subsequently, my first post). As my title states I am a DPO I applicant, and a DSO applicant. As Lt. Mike stated, I figured I would apply for anything they were hiring for, and then move my way around once I got hired on. All of your posts are extremely informative. Lt. Mike, I especially appreciate the great detail you insert into your replies Sir. I am scheduled for my oral for DPO I on Saturday September 14th. Based on everything I have read in this forum, I am going to do everything in my power to get into band 1. I applied for the IA (Investigator Aid) position awhile back. Went through the process (written and oral), made it into band 1, but did not get a call. It was a little frustrating, but to be honest, it is the life of applying for law enforcement jobs. I have one question. As I was reading the DPO I job description, I noticed the admonition of: "must be able to obtain a class B license within 90 days of being hired." Does anyone know why this is? Has anyone else seen this admonition? Thanks all, and I look forward to reading your replies. |
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Hello and welcome to the board.
This is a great place with alot of knowledgable folks that are willing to help. To answer your question regarding DPO I needing a class B. Every DPO I will start out working in one of our juvenlle detention camps. Most of these camps are out in the middle of nowhere. A couple of camps are 22 miles into a national forest. The camps use the 15 passenger vans to transport minors in and out of the camps. sometimes, the regular DPO's have to transport the minors to court, other facilties or perhaps to a doctors appointment. Since you will be transporting in a larger vehicle, the department requires the class B for liability reasons. I believe that the department will train you in house but you still have to go to DMV to take the test. good luck
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For all those of you who waiting on PHS packets just be patient. Just to put things into perspective here's my time frame. I applied for the DSO position under last years opening (which I recall was around April of 2012), tested in June '12, Oral end of Jul '12, and received my band score (96) mid August '12. After that I didn't receive a background packet until the end of Feb. '13. I then had my bg interview/PHS submittal in mid March '13. I finally just had my last step of the process about two weeks ago which was my psych interview. So it may seem long but be patient there will be movement.
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