Police Officer

City of Springfield, Oregon • Springfield, OR

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About The Position

Springfield Police Officers enforce state laws, local laws, and municipal codes while representing the department and the community. They respond to emergencies to protect life and property and make an immediate, positive impact. The department seeks candidates committed to professional service and preventative community policing in culturally diverse neighborhoods.

This is a full-time, non-exempt position with shift work. Starting pay is $38.26 per hour, depending on qualifications and experience, with additional incentives potentially available, including 5% for a bachelor's degree and 5% for Spanish or another second language. The position includes full benefits. The recruitment requires written and physical testing, followed by oral boards for candidates who pass both tests. Testing and selection are conducted in accordance with Oregon's Veteran's Preference in Public Employment Law.

Requirements

• High school diploma or G.E.D. certificate from an accredited school.
• U.S. citizenship, or the ability to obtain citizenship within 18 months of appointment.
• Must be 21 years of age by the time of appointment.
• Valid Oregon Driver's License by the time of appointment.
• No felony convictions.
• Refrain from tobacco products while on duty.
• Ability to pass a background investigation.
• Must pass a pre-employment drug screen.
• Ability to meet physical, medical, and psychological requirements for the position.
• Must pass written and physical testing; the physical test is the Oregon Physical Abilities Test (ORPAT).
• Candidates who pass written and physical testing must participate in oral boards.
• Applicants must provide verifiable education and experience information in the application; 'See Resume' should not be entered in the Work Experience section.

Responsibilities

• Enforce state laws, local laws, and municipal codes.
• Represent the police department and the community professionally.
• Respond to emergencies to protect life and property.
• Perform preventative community policing in culturally diverse neighborhoods.

Benefits

• Full benefits, including a medical package and a $1,200 health reimbursement account.
• Free City of Springfield health and wellness center access for benefit-enrolled employees and dependents.
• Sick leave.
• Vacation.
• Holidays.
• Gym membership.
• Participation in Oregon Public Employees Retirement System (PERS).
• Additional pay incentives may include 5% for a bachelor's degree and 5% for Spanish or another second language.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: High school or GED