Lateral Police Officer

Grants Pass Police Department; Grants Pass (OR); Sur place; USD 75 000 - 97 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

Associate Degree incentive 2.5%

Bachelor Degree incentive 5%

Second language incentive 1.25%

DPSST Intermediate Certificate 2.5%

DPSST Advanced Certificate 4.0%

Signing bonus $1,000 at hire

Résumé du poste

Grants Pass Police Department is seeking lateral officers to join a team that values respect and excellence. Eligible candidates must hold an active Oregon DPSST certification or an out-of-state certification and have prior sworn police experience.

Officers must meet DPSST physical standards and department requirements. Lateral officers receive duty equipment and may earn incentives such as degree-based increases and language bonuses, with a $1,000 signing bonus for meeting hire eligibility.

Qualifications

• A lateral officer must hold an active Oregon DPSST Police Officer certification or a current valid Police Officer certification from another state and been employed as a certified Police Officer.
• Must meet the DPSST physical requirements and department requirements.
• Residency within 45 minutes from City limits (UGB).
• Must be 21 years of age at hire.

Responsabilités

• Lateral Officers will be provided with duty related equipment.
• Complete required application materials and pass background and any tests as part of the selection process.

Connaissances

Active police officer certification

Formation

High School diploma or GED

Oregon DPSST certification or reciprocity

Description du poste

Join the Grants Pass Police Department- there is no better place to be! Officers serve our community with a team that values a culture of respect and excellence.

A lateral officer must hold an active Oregon DPSST Police Officer certification or a current valid Police Officer certification from another state and been employed as a certified Police Officer. Lateral Officers must meet the Oregon DPSST physical requirements and requirements of the department.

Check out this video about the Grants Pass Police Department.

Lateral Officers will be provided with duty related equipment.

In addition to base salary, incentives available upon verification to Police Officers include:

• Associate Degree 2.5%
• Bachelor Degree 5%
• Second language 1.25%
• DPSST Intermediate Certificate 2.5%
• DPSST Advanced Certificate 4.0%

(Associate and Bachelor Degree incentives are not cumulative.)

Lateral Officer Incentives:

• Signing Bonus Upon Meeting Eligibility Requirements: $1,000 at the time of hire for a Lateral Officer with meeting the qualified years of experience as a sworn, full-time officer.
• Step at hire and accrual lump sums: Based on years worked as a sworn, full-time officer. Please inquire with Human Resources for more information.

The residency requirement for the position of police officer is forty-five (45) minutes from City limits as it exists within the Urban Growth Boundary (UGB).

Questions regarding the role, contact Human Resources at [e-mail] or 541-450-6050.

The City of Grants Pass is a High Performance Organization that has a well-defined Mission, Vision and Values which provides the framework for our organizational culture. We believe that the best solutions come from empowered teams with the knowledge and shared vision of our community's goals. We promote a legacy of excellence through a culture of trust, collaboration, and encouragement of personal growth and the celebration of our achievements. We seek to attract adaptable, creative and motivated individuals who share our community pride and dedication to exceptional public service.

If you are an individual who appreciates a working team environment, which focuses on trust, crucial communications, commitment, accountability and results, then the City of Grants Pass may be a great place for you!

• Graduation from High School or GED and 1 year of work experience are required; or an equivalent combination of education and experience sufficient to perform the essential duties of the job as those listed. The Police Officer job description viewed here.
• Must be 21 years of age at time of hire.
• Meet physical standards as set by the Department of Public Safety on Standards and Training (DPSST).
• Current certified Police Officer in Oregon or another state with reciprocity.

Any application missing required materials will not be considered.

Required materials to be turned in for this recruitment are:

1. City Application
2. Supplemental Questionnaire
3. Resume
4. Cover LetterThe ranking and selection of applicants to proceed in the process includes: experience and knowledge, education, responses to supplemental questionnaire, submission of required materials and meeting minimum qualifications and special qualifications of the position. The initial process may include oral interviews and skills testing. Final selection will require a background investigation, including a criminal history review, and, depending on the position, a psychological screening, physical, functional and/or drug screening.

All candidates will be notified of the status of their application after the closing date.

Reasonable accommodations may be made upon request prior to the application deadline to enable individuals with disabilities to participate in the job application process.

Per Oregon Revised Statutes 408.225 and 408.230, the City of Grants Pass grants preference in hiring and promotion of veterans and disabled veterans as defined by state law. If you are eligible and wish to claim Veterans' preference points, please indicate so on your application. Please note that you need to submit documentation of your eligibility at the time of your application.

Directly related work experience and qualifications will be evaluated alongside others who perform work of comparable character as required by Pay Equity Law.

It is the policy of the City of Grants Pass that no person shall be discriminated against based on race and characteristics traditionally associated with race to include hair styles, religion, color, sex, marital status, family status, national origin, age, mental or physical disability, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or current employment status. The City values diversity and encourages everyone who is interested in employment with the City to apply.

In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification form upon hire.

Police Officer applicants must show proof of citizenship with 18 months of hire.