Job Overview
Entry Level or Lateral Police Officer – Cottage Grove Police Department, Cottage Grove, Oregon.
Application Process
Submit your application by email to the Cottage Grove HR Department. Include a completed City of Cottage Grove application, your resume, and any required certifications or documents. Veterans claiming preference should also email a copy of their DD214 and the Veterans Preference form.
Qualifications and Requirements
- Age: 21 years or older
- Citizenship: United States citizen required
- High School Diploma or GED required
- Valid Oregon Driver's License required
- Ability to read and speak English
- Vision meeting Department of Public Safety Standards and Training requirements
- For lateral applicants: at least Basic certification from the Department of Public Safety Standards and Training, or an equivalent out-of-state certification recognized by DPSST
Application Requirements (Entry Level)
- Complete and pass the National Testing Network (NTN) required training
- Complete and pass the Oregon Police Application Test (ORPAT)
Application Requirements (Lateral)
- Provide a completed City of Cottage Grove Application
- Submit resume
Hiring Process
- Applicants must pass written, physical, oral, background, medical, and psychological examinations
- Mandatory review of criminal activity, employment history, omissions, inaccuracies, or incomplete information
- Conduct must not compromise the integrity of the employee, other employees, or the department
Benefits
- Annual Salary: $63,348 – $86,503.08 (depending on experience and qualifications)
- Overtime and Training Pay
- 6.67 hours of vacation leave per month
- 8 hours of sick leave per month
- 8 hours of holiday leave per month
- Low-cost, low-deductible medical plan (250$ deductible)
- Two dental insurance options
- Up to $170 per month HRA benefit
- 100% mandatory PERS retirement contribution
- Longevity benefits and life insurance
Mandatory Mandates
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