Lateral Police Officer: River Patrol & Tribal Law

CRITFC; Hood River (OR); On-site; USD 34,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

The Columbia River Inter-Tribal Police Department (CRITPD) seeks a Lateral Police Officer for the Hood River, Oregon area. Responsibilities include enforcing tribal fishing regulations, responding to incidents, issuing citations, and maintaining safety across 31 treaty fishing access sites along Zone 6.

Candidates must have 1–3 years sworn law enforcement experience and have completed a Basic Training Police Academy. This is an in-person position with a residence requirement in Zone 6.

Qualifications

• Requires 1–3 years of sworn law enforcement experience.
• Must have completed a Basic Training Police Academy.
• Residence requirement within Zone 6 of the Columbia River.

Responsibilities

• Enforce tribal fishing regulations and provide law enforcement along the Columbia River.
• Investigate incidents, issue citations, and prepare cases for court.
• Deescalate stressful situations through calm communication.
• Safely operate boats, vehicles, firearms, radios and other equipment.

Skills

Punctuality

Team player

De-escalation

Observational skills

Education

Basic Police Academy

Tools

Firearms handling

Job description

The Columbia River Inter-Tribal Police Department (CRITPD) seeks a Lateral Police Officer for the Hood River, Oregon area. Responsibilities include enforcing tribal fishing regulations, responding to incidents, issuing citations, and maintaining safety across 31 treaty fishing access sites along Zone 6.

Candidates must have 1–3 years sworn law enforcement experience and have completed a Basic Training Police Academy. This is an in-person position with a residence requirement in Zone 6.