Lateral Police Officer

City of Eugene; Eugene (OR); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job description

Joining the Eugene Police Department will give you the opportunity to be part of a progressive, professional law enforcement agency that serves a city of more than 178,000 residents. In a typical day, the Eugene Police Department receives about 282 calls for service (103,000 calls each year). EPD staff members also engage in proactive community education and crime-prevention activities to help protect all of Eugene's residents.

The Eugene Police Department mission in fulfillment of the public trust works in partnership with our community to promote safety and security, enforce laws, prevent crimes, and safeguard the constitutional rights of all people.

Joining the Eugene Department will allow you to:

1. Have a rewarding career with competitive pay and benefits
2. Work in a fast-paced environment with varied work including promotional and special team opportunities
3. Benefit from excellent training opportunities

If you have the qualities of integrity, professionalism, teamwork, strong communication skills, empathy, compassion, and the ability to problem solve in a dynamic situation, then we would encourage you to join our department.

Salary Range and Benefits:

Lateral Police Officers will start at a higher pay step than entry-level applicants. Below is a wage scale matrix used by the Eugene Police Department as a guide; it does not guarantee a specific rate of pay. Factors considered in a lateral applicant's entry wage include the level of certification, agency size, specialized training and assignments, and other job-related factors that would help an officer be successful in our agency. "Police Experience" refers to municipal, county and state police agencies. Corrections, reserve officer, security officer, and federal officer experience do not fulfill our requirement for certified police experience needed as a lateral applicant.

Successful lateral candidates will be offered a pay step commensurate with their related experience according to the following guidelines:

Salary Step	Step 1	Step 2	Step 3	Step 4	Step 5	Step 6
Hourly Rate	$36.35	$38.15	$40.00	$42.01	$44.14	$46.34

Lateral Police Officer positions are eligible for relocation reimbursements per IRS regulations. A 50-mile relocation minimum is required to qualify for a reimbursement up to $7,500. Itemized receipts must be submitted within 30 days from your start date.

Police Officers may also earn up to an additional 15% premium pay (depending on qualifications) after three years of employment. In addition, Police Officers can qualify for a 5% increase for demonstrated fluency in an eligible language (such as Spanish or American Sign Language). Pay listed is for regular hours worked; Police Officers may have opportunities to work overtime assignments which can further increase pay.

The City of Eugene participates in the Oregon Public Employees Retirement System - a program providing comprehensive retirement and disability benefits for employees. The City of Eugene provides life insurance and family health, dental, and vision care benefits; offers competitive vacation, sick leave, and holiday benefits; provides uniforms, weapons, and equipment.

Lateral Officer Minimum Qualifications:

To meet the minimum qualifications to be a lateral candidate at the Eugene Police Department, the following Experience, Education, and Certification requirements must be met at the time of hire:

Experience:

At least three years of continuous service exercising police powers at a city (municipal), county or state police agency responsible for responding to emergency 9-1-1 calls. The service must be current, full-time, and continuous with no more than a 30 day break in service at the time of application, and the candidate must have been so employed within 90 days of the Eugene Police Department hire date.

Education:

High school diploma, GED, or equivalent

Certification:

Lateral officers with a state certification recognized by Oregon do not have to attend the DPSST Basic Academy. Lateral officers with a state certification not recognized by Oregon must attend a two-week Career Officer Development Academy at DPSST in Salem upon hire.

Must be able to work various shifts, nights, weekends and holidays. Officers assigned to a patrol team are currently working a 4/10 work schedule. Emergency response time for a Police Officer requires reporting to work and being ready for duty within 45 minutes of notification.

Oregon Driver’s License (ODL): Valid Oregon driver’s license, or ability to obtain by date of hire; must pass driving records check and, if hired, maintain a driving record that meets the City’s standard.

Background:

MUST PASS A POLICE BACKGROUND INVESTIGATION

Hiring Process Components:

• Weekly review of applications for candidates that meet the minimum qualifications
• Oral Interview
• Background Investigation
• Interview with the Chief
• Medical and Psychological exams

Candidates who pass the interview will need to pass a full employment background and complete a psychological testing and interview process along with a full physical prior to receiving an official offer of employment.

Career Path Opportunities:

During your career as a sworn member of the Eugene Police Department you will have a number of options for your career path. In addition to special teams and ad hoc team assignments, there are options for promotion through the ranks to experience positions of leadership. There is also an opportunity to join our Investigations division in a detective role.

Additional Information:

For additional information related to the Eugene Police Department and tips for being successful in the hiring process, please refer to the following links:

• Police Officer Job Description
• Eugene Police Department
• Interview and Application Tips

Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion: The City of Eugene is committed to a respectful work environment. We value the cultural, educational, and life experiences of each employee. We believe that a diverse workforce enables us to deliver culturally responsive services to all members of our community. Women, people with disabilities, and persons of color are strongly encouraged to apply.

The City of Eugene complies with the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990. Any applicant with a qualified disability under the Americans with Disabilities Act may request accommodation by contacting an employment coordinator at [phone].

In compliance with the Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986, the City of Eugene will request all eligible candidates who accept employment with the City to provide documentation to prove they are eligible for employment in the United States.