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Park Service to recruit 500+ law enforcement officers nationally, including DC

The National Park Service will recruit over 500 new law enforcement officers nationwide.
300 new officers will be added to U.S. Park Police in DC, NYC, and San Francisco.
An additional 200 officers will serve other national park areas across the country.
Officers must meet law enforcement readiness or complete a four-week bridge training.
New hires will undergo at least 11 weeks of field training with seasoned NPS staff.
The move aims to protect park resources and keep visitors safe, according to NPS leadership.
The initiative comes after the Interior Department released details of the recruitment plan.
Names and locations of the new postings emphasize expanded coverage in major urban areas.
The campaign highlights a commitment to safer, well-protected national parks nationwide.
Park Service recruitment is part of a broader effort to strengthen law enforcement across federal lands.

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