Lateral Police Officer: Community Impact & Special Roles

Milwaukie Police Department; Milwaukie (OR); On-site; USD 78,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Associate's degree incentive pay

Bachelor's degree incentive pay

Bilingual incentive pay

FTO incentive pay

Detective incentive pay

K-9 handler incentive

SRO incentive

Acting Sergeant incentive

PIO incentive

Medical, Vision & Dental coverage

Life insurance

PERS retirement

457(b) plan contributions

On-site fitness center

Job summary

The Milwaukie Police Department is actively seeking certified police officers to join a dedicated team serving about 21,000 residents near Portland. Lateral applicants must have at least two years of sworn experience, have worked as a full-time officer within the past year, and completed a state-certified basic police training academy.

The department offers competitive salaries with placement based on experience, plus multiple incentive pays and a comprehensive benefits package including

Qualifications

• Two years’ experience as a sworn law enforcement officer.
• Have worked as a full-time paid law enforcement officer within the past 12 months.
• Completed a state-certified basic police training academy.
• Final eligibility at the Chief’s discretion based on background and experience.

Responsibilities

• Patrols assigned area and interacts with the public to deter crime and ensure safety.
• Responds to emergencies and handles difficult situations.
• Investigates crimes and public safety issues.
• Prepares forms and reports for felony and misdemeanor charges; testifies when needed.
• Maintains positive public relations and participates in community outreach.

Skills

Two years sworn experience

Full-time service in past 12 months

State-certified basic police training

Education

High School Diploma or GED

State certified basic police training academy

Job description

The Milwaukie Police Department is actively seeking certified police officers to join a dedicated team serving about 21,000 residents near Portland. Lateral applicants must have at least two years of sworn experience, have worked as a full-time officer within the past year, and completed a state-certified basic police training academy.

The department offers competitive salaries with placement based on experience, plus multiple incentive pays and a comprehensive benefits package including