Public Safety Officer: Growth, Certifications & 5k Bonus

Newport Police Department; Newport (OR); On-site; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health coverage

Dental coverage

Vision coverage

Oregon PERS retirement system

Wellness program

Free Recreation Center membership for

Paid leave

Career development

Language/certification incentive pays

Hiring bonus

Job summary

Newport Police Department is seeking candidates as part of a continuous recruitment pool to build a future roster of police officers. The organization emphasizes service with integrity, professionalism, and respect, and offers ongoing development and advancement opportunities.

Minimum qualifications include U.S. citizenship, 21+ years old, high school diploma or GED, DPSST basic academy completion, and successful background checks. Numerous incentives and benefits are described in the posting.

Qualifications

• Must be a U.S. citizen and at least 21 years old.
• High school diploma or GED.
• Must pass drug test and thorough background investigation.
• Must obtain DPSST basic police academy certification and complete up to an 18‑month probation.
• Ability to communicate effectively in person and in writing; meet physical standards and ORPAT.

Skills

Criminal statutes knowledge

Procedures knowledge

Oral & written communication

Investigation skills

Traffic knowledge

Patrol procedures

Report writing

Education

DPSST basic police academy

Job description

Newport Police Department is seeking candidates as part of a continuous recruitment pool to build a future roster of police officers. The organization emphasizes service with integrity, professionalism, and respect, and offers ongoing development and advancement opportunities.

Minimum qualifications include U.S. citizenship, 21+ years old, high school diploma or GED, DPSST basic academy completion, and successful background checks. Numerous incentives and benefits are described in the posting.