Job Description
GLADSTONE POLICE DEPARTMENT
18505 Portland Avenue
Gladstone, Oregon 97027
503-557-2798
POSITION: Entry Level and/or Lateral Police Officer - Full-Time, Regular, Non-Exempt, Represented Position.
SALARY RANGE: $70,608 - $94,632 annually. Pay is commensurate with education, experience, and training. Incentives available.
CLOSING DATE: Open Until Filled.
GENERAL STATEMENT
Performs law enforcement and crime prevention through patrol and investigations, manages traffic, enforces state and local traffic regulations and other ordinances and laws, protects the life and property of the citizens of Gladstone, and performs other related law enforcement activities.
QUALIFICATIONS & SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS
High school diploma or equivalent, with a two-year community college degree or vocational training in Police Science, Law Enforcement, Criminal Justice, Public Administration, or a related field preferred.
Must be 21 years of age or older at the time of hire.
Must be a citizen of the United States within 18 months of employment or a nonimmigrant legally admitted under a Compact of Free Association.
Must be able to speak, read, and write in English; bilingual ability in Spanish is preferred.
Must possess or be able to obtain by time of hire a valid Oregon Driver's License with a good driving record.
Must successfully pass a criminal history background check and meet the City's security clearance standards for unescorted access to certain City facilities.
ELIGIBILITY
Preference is given to lateral candidates. To qualify as a lateral applicant, candidates must currently be certified as an Oregon Police Officer, have successfully completed a minimum of a twelve (12) month probationary period, and possess at least two (2) years of full-time on-the-job experience. NTN Testing and ORPAT requirements are waived for Oregon lateral candidates.
Out-of-state lateral candidates must take and pass the NTN examination before advancing in the process and must be eligible to become Oregon certified by attending the 80-hour Police Career Officer's Development Course offered by the Department of Police Safety Standards and Training (DPSST).
Entry-level candidates are required to complete the National Testing Network (NTN) FrontLine National Exam and ORPAT certification. Visit the National Testing Network website for more information on testing locations, requirements, and fee schedules.
The City of Gladstone only accepts written and reading exams through the NTN. Passing scores are 70% for both the written/reading exam and the video exam. Testing dates fill up quickly; candidates should schedule as soon as possible. Direct questions regarding this process to the Gladstone Police Department Executive Assistant at 503-557-2798.
APPLICATION MATERIALS
Application materials can be obtained at Gladstone City Hall, 18505 Portland Avenue, Gladstone, OR, downloaded from the City's website, or requested by calling Human Resources at 503-557-2769.
A completed and signed City application, Police Supplemental Certification, resume, and cover letter are required; electronic materials with a signature are acceptable. All materials must be received at the above address, emailed, or faxed to 503-557-2761. Incomplete applications will not be considered.
SELECTION & NOTIFICATION PROCESS
Candidates will be selected for oral interviews based on successful test scores through NTN (if applicable), complete application materials, and interactions throughout the recruitment process. Candidates will be notified through the email address provided on their application regarding their status in the process. Updated contact information should be provided as necessary, and candidates should check their email regularly. Selected qualified candidate(s) will receive a conditional job offer and will be subject to a thorough background investigation, including a credit check, psychological evaluation, and (if not a currently active Oregon officer) a medical examination, including drug and alcohol screening.
EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
The City of Gladstone is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to a policy of non-discrimination in employment based on race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, or physical disability. The City of Gladstone provides access, equal opportunity, and reasonable accommodation in its services, programs, activities, education, and employment for individuals with disabilities. To request disability accommodation, contact the Human Resources Department at 503-557-2769.
PLEASE REVIEW THE POSITION DESCRIPTION FOR THE FULL SCOPE OF DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES AND THE REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES.
Employment Type: Full-Time
Salary: $ 70,608.00 94,632.00 Per Year
Job Tags
Full time, Local area, Immediate start,