Police Officer - Oregon In-State Lateral
About The Position
The City of Salem's Police Department is hiring for a Police Officer - Oregon In-State Lateral. This role is for individuals who are currently or have been a Police Officer in the State of Oregon in the past 12 months and were employed for more than 3 years. The Salem Police Department (SPD) is the recognized leader in our region for technology and training to better serve our community and neighboring agencies. We have a fleet of state-of-the-art patrol cars with the latest computer technology, cameras, automated license plate reader systems, and weapons platforms. As a Salem Police Officer, you will be issued your needed equipment to include uniforms, weapons (handgun and rifle), boots, duty gear, iPhone, and more. As a law enforcement leader in the Pacific Northwest, the Salem Police Department is searching for outstanding candidates for the position of Police Officer - Oregon In-State Lateral. Our agency has a full complement of special teams and units to include: SWAT, Bomb Squad, Mobile Response Team, Crisis Negotiations Team, Strategic Investigations Unit, DEA Task Force, Detectives, Motorcycle Unit, Mountain Bike Unit, Crash Reconstructionist, Computer Forensics, Behavioral Health Unit, Training Division, Peer Support Team, Civil Investigations Team, and Patrol.
Requirements
- High School graduate or have completed a G.E.D.
- Must already possess a minimum of a Basic Police Certification by the Oregon Department of Public Safety Standards and Training (DPSST).
- Is currently, or has been within the past 12 months, employed as an Oregon police officer with a minimum of three years of full-time employment as a sworn police officer in Oregon.
- DPSST certification(s) must not be expired.
- Corrections only certification does not qualify.
- Currently employed and certified applicants from the state of Oregon do not need to take the NTN Frontline National Test or retake the ORPAT.
- Possess and maintain a valid Oregon class C driver's license or other state equivalent and have a driving record that meets the City of Salem's standards.
- Must be able to work periodic overtime and a variety of 24-hour rotating shifts including holidays and weekends.
- Be at least 21 years old at date of hire.
- Be a U.S. Citizen or have the ability to become one within 18 months of hire.
- Participate in competitive testing including physical fitness testing, reading comprehension, writing skills, written, physical/vision, hearing and psychological examinations, and be able to pass strict Police Department background investigation.
- Must pass the pre-employment drug test (including marijuana).
- Must pass the pre-employment background check.
Responsibilities
- Patrolling assigned areas to enforce laws and ordinances.
- Answering and investigating citizen complaints.
- Examining crime/accident scenes and/or preserving evidence as needed.
- Meeting with the public.
- Attending community meetings and/or presenting the public with information to keep their household, property, or themselves, safe.
Benefits
- Medical, dental, and vision coverage for you and your family.
- Paid vacation and sick time in accordance with City policies.
- Competitive pay.
- Employer-paid PERS contribution of 6%.
- Opportunity for voluntary pre-tax contributions to a 457b account.
- Health care and dependent care flexible spending accounts.
- Voluntary long-term care.
- Employee wellness program.
- Employee assistance program.
- Employee health clinic.
- Free, secure parking.
- Department gym available for employee use.
- Up to 80 hours of vacation from date of hire.
- Up to 40 hours of sick leave time from date of hire.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
