Police Officer

City of Albany•Albany, OR

49d•Onsite

About The Position

The Albany Police Department is currently seeking to fill multiple police officer positions as well as establish an eligibility list in anticipation of additional upcoming vacancies. This role involves serving and protecting Albany's residents and community. The department encourages applicants to participate in a Ride Along to understand the role better. Applications are reviewed as received, and the recruitment may close at any time without prior notice.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED equivalent.
Must be 21 years or older at the time of employment.
Must be a U.S. citizen, obtain U.S. citizenship within 18 months of hire, or be a nonimmigrant legally admitted to the United States under a Compact of Free Association (OAR 259-008-0010).
Must be available to work all shifts, weekends, and holidays as needed.
Must be able to proficiently and effectively read, speak, and write the English language.
Possession of or ability to obtain a valid Oregon driver's license and a driving record that meets the City’s driving standards.
Must pass a thorough background investigation and integrity interview that establishes strong moral character.
Felony convictions and disqualifying criminal histories are not allowed.
Must meet Department's physical agility qualifications.
Must successfully complete psychological and medical evaluation prior to employment.
Must meet state requirements for certification as a law enforcement officer with the Department of Public Safety Standards and Training.
Must be a first responder and have CPR certification within 12 months of employment.
Must successfully pass CJIS security check and complete LEDS Certification requirements within six months of hire.
Must be able to obtain police officer certification from the Department of Public Safety Standards and Training within 12 months of employment.
The individual shall not pose a threat to the health or safety of the individual or others.
General knowledge of modern law enforcement principles, procedures, techniques, and equipment.
Working knowledge of pertinent city, county, state, and federal laws; geography of the city; and location of important buildings.
Skill in operation of listed tools and equipment; the use of firearms; and proficient written and oral communications.
Ability to learn the applicable laws, ordinances, and department rules and regulations.
Ability to perform work requiring good physical condition.
Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing.
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with subordinates, peers, and supervisors.
Ability to exercise sound judgment in evaluating situations and in making decisions.
Ability to react quickly and calmly under emergency conditions.
Ability to follow verbal and written instructions.
Ability to meet the special requirements listed below.
Ability to learn the city's geography.

Nice To Haves

College degree in criminal justice, social science, or related field.
Bilingual in English and Spanish.

Responsibilities

Performs police patrol, investigation, traffic regulation, and related law enforcement activities.
Represents the City of Albany by responding to the public, citizens, its employees, and others in a prompt, professional, and courteous manner while continuously maintaining a positive customer service demeanor.
Works on rotating shifts responding to calls for police services.
Uses independent judgment to decide course of action to handle difficult and emergency situations without assistance while following policies, procedures, laws, and other regulations.
Maintains availability by radio, MDT, and/or telephone for response while on duty.
Works under conditions of constant audio and video surveillance (e.g. Body & Motor Vehicle recordings, Interview Room, telephone recordings, etc.).
Carries out duties in conformance with federal, state, county, and city laws and ordinances.
Patrols all areas within the city limits to preserve the peace and enforce the law.
Takes appropriate enforcement action.
Interviews suspects, witnesses, victims, and drivers.
Preserves evidence.
Arrests violators.
Investigates and renders assistance at scene of vehicular accidents.
Takes measurements and draws diagrams of accident or crime scenes.
Conducts follow-up investigations of crimes.
Seeks out and questions victims, witnesses, and suspects.
Develops leads and tips for solving crime.
Processes crime scenes for evidence.
Analyzes and evaluates evidence and arrests offenders.
Prepares cases for trial including giving testimony.
Prepares and writes a variety of reports and records.
Undertakes community-oriented police work, and assists citizens with such matters as public service assistance, crime prevention, traffic safety, etc.
Coordinates activities with department, city, state and community members as needed, exchanges information with officers in other law enforcement agencies, and obtains advice from the City Attorney and District Attorney regarding cases as needed and assigned.
Expected to intervene and report, without the threat of retaliation, officer conduct that violates moral fitness standards to supervisor or other command officer.
Maintains communication with police supervisory personnel to coordinate investigation activities, provide mutual assistance during emergency situations, and provides general information about department activities.
Maintains departmental equipment, supplies, and facilities.
Serves as a member of various City committees as assigned.
Assists other staff in the performance of their duties as assigned.
Maintains regular job attendance and adherence to working hours.
Operates a motor vehicle safely and legally.
May provide training and orientation to newly assigned personnel.
Performs other related duties as required/assigned.

Benefits

Excellent medical, vision and dental benefit package for the employee and qualified family members with low monthly out-of-pocket cost.
City-provided uniforms, duty weapon, equipment, and uniform cleaning.
Onsite fitness facility.
Annual firearms range membership paid by City.
City-paid contribution to a VEBA Trust account for out-of-pocket healthcare expenses.
Paid time off: 25 hours of vacation leave per month, with progressive increases based on years of service (12-hour shift employees)
8.5 hours of sick leave per month (12-hour shift employees)
Excellent retirement benefits – City-paid participation in the Oregon Public Employee Retirement System (OPSRP and IAP)
City-paid contribution (2.5%) into a pre-tax deferred compensation plan
Education reimbursement
Employee assistance program
Basic life insurance
Short-term disability
Long-term disability
Flexible spending accounts for healthcare and childcare expenses.