Police Officer - Limited Duration

Confederated Tribes of Grand Ronde•Grand Ronde, OR

14h

About The Position

Performs professional law enforcement duties, including patrol, crime investigation, and responding to requests for services. This is a limited-duration position dependent on continued grant funding. The officer maintains public peace and safety, enforces applicable laws and ordinances, and responds to incidents and security concerns on Tribal lands and at Tribal facilities. The role may involve emergency response, public representation, and service as a Disaster Reservist.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED and two years of work experience, or an equivalent combination of training and experience.
DPSST certification in good current standing and one year of experience as a police officer.
Maintain Basic Law Enforcement Training Certification by completing the training hours required by DPSST in Oregon.
Maintain a valid Oregon driver's license or obtain one upon hire, qualify for the Tribe's vehicle insurance, and provide proof of personal vehicle insurance.
Be at least 21 years of age and a U.S. citizen.
Successfully complete a physical fitness (agility) test and maintain the physical ability to perform the job, including handling people resisting arrest.
Have experience and skills using firearms and other police equipment.
Have extensive experience interacting with citizens from varied racial, ethnic, cultural, and economic backgrounds.
Have no felony convictions or convictions for domestic assault misdemeanors.
Understand and carry out oral and written instructions.
Establish and maintain cooperative, effective relationships with governmental officials, employees, and the public.
Develop thorough knowledge of applicable federal, state, and local laws and Tribal ordinances.
Prepare comprehensive reports clearly and concisely.
Act quickly and calmly in emergencies; analyze situations objectively, recognize actual and potential dangers, and take appropriate action.
Pass a psychological evaluation.
Have knowledge of Native American culture.
Work a modified schedule as needed, including rotating shifts and extended periods that may continue past a normal shift (12 or more hours); occasional overtime may be required based on scheduling needs.
Meet the position's physical and communication demands, including specific vision abilities, frequent verbal communication, walking or moving about, sustained standing or sitting, and occasional lifting of up to 50 pounds.
May be required to provide documentation of, or receive, certain health vaccinations.
Undergo criminal and character background checks and fingerprinting.

Nice To Haves

Associate's degree in Criminal Justice.

Responsibilities

Maintain public peace and safety and patrol assigned areas.
Respond to calls received by the Tribal Police Department and address security or alarm issues at Tribal facilities and Tribal lands.
Investigate complaints, suspicious incidents, and major crime scenes as necessary.
Work with citizens to enforce state, Tribal, and local laws; cite or arrest people who violate the law.
Handle citizen complaints.
Prepare accurate, complete, comprehensive police reports on crimes and investigations.
Act as a liaison between the Department of Public Safety Standards and Training (DPSST) and the Tribal Police Department.
Attend meetings and training to stay current on criminal justice practices and procedures.
Attend public meetings and represent the Tribal Police Department as assigned.
Present evidence and testimony in court effectively.
Perform other duties as assigned by the supervisor.
May serve as a Disaster Reservist during emergencies or when the Tribal Emergency Operations Center is opened.