Recruit Police Officer

McMinnville Police Department; McMinnville (OR); In loco; USD 65.000 - 90.000; Tempo pieno

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The City of McMinnville Police Department is seeking to hire recruit police officers. This position performs law enforcement and crime prevention work including discovery, investigation, report preparation, and patrol to enforce federal, state and local laws.

This position oversees police program areas, which may require additional specialized training. NTN results must be submitted to the City of McMinnville through the NTN portal, and ORPAT results (including the push/pull machine) must be

Competenze

• NTN results must be submitted to the City via the NTN portal.
• ORPAT results must be submitted within the past 12 months and include the push/pull machine; passing ORPAT is 5:30.

Mansioni

• Patrols streets, businesses, and residential areas to enforce traffic and criminal laws. Issues warnings or citations for violations. Performs security checks for suspicious persons or vehicles.
• Responds to calls, including major crimes, civil complaints, thefts, assaults, family disputes, etc., and takes appropriate actions. Directs traffic at accident/crime scenes as necessary. Performs CPR/First Aid as necessary.
• Makes arrests, conducts searches, transports and releases prisoners.
• Performs community policing activities such as meeting with individuals and groups to discuss crime prevention techniques. Collaborates with citizens, businesses and other community resources to jointly solve crime and livability problems.
• Provides assistance and back up as requested.
• Maintains written records and prepares reports regarding investigations, which are reviewed by a supervisor and used for crime prevention, prosecution, and office activities.
• Conducts case/incident investigations and related follow-up activities including gathering and preserving evidence, interviewing and taking statements from victims and witnesses, interrogating suspects, and preparing related reports and logs.
• Facilitates the release of appropriate information to other law enforcement agencies, social service agencies, the media and citizens in regard to on-going investigations, department policies, officer safety information, criminal activity, gang documentation, etc.
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships with staff, other agencies, and the public.
• Perform other duties as assigned within the scope of the classification.
• Participate in committees when requested.
• Maintain proficiency in job requirements which may include attending t

Descrizione del lavoro

The City of McMinnville is looking to hire recruit police officers. This position performs law enforcement and crime prevention work including discovery, investigation, report preparation, and patrol to enforce federal, state and local laws. This position oversees police program areas, which may require additional specialized training.

This job announcement is for applicants who have submitted passing NTN scores from the past 24 months AND passing ORPAT scores from the past 12 months that include the push/pull machine to the City of McMinnville. A passing time for ORPAT is 5:30. Applicants who have not submitted passing NTN and ORPAT scores to the City before the initial interview process will be rejected.

NTN results must be submitted to the City of McMinnville through the NTN portal. ORPAT results may be attached to your application, or emailed directly to the Hiring Manager of this recruitment at [e-mail].

About the Department

McMinnville is a kind and caring community that places extraordinary levels of trust in its officers; we set the bar high for professionalism, accountability, and service via our 47 Police Department employees to our 35,000 residents and numerous food and wine tourists who visit the City. Our department's leadership team guides the four patrol squads, a special investigation division, and non-sworn employees in property & evidence and records to embody our values of excellence, service, integrity, dedication, and humility.

Follow the McMinnville Police Department on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter to get a sense of our department's culture and to learn more about our community.

About the City

McMinnville is an easy-going, forward-thinking city nestled in the heart of Oregon's Willamette Valley. The American Planning Association has recognized our historic downtown as one of its prestigious Great Streets in America. McMinnville's central location means our nearly 35,000 residents aren't far from the scenic Oregon Coast, our state capitol, the metro area (professional sports, cultural, and other activities), and tremendous outdoor activities, such as the slopes of Mt. Hood. Home to world-class pinot noir and other varietals, McMinnville attracts winemakers and food and wine tourists from around the globe. Whether it's a glass of wine or a cup of coffee on our beloved Third Street or a bike ride through the Willamette Valley, there is always something fun to do in McMinnville.

There is an abundance of opportunities for families of all types in McMinnville. Our school district boasts an impressive high school graduation rate of over 90%, and there are plenty of nearby opportunities locally for higher education at Chemeketa Community College and Linfield University (one of our nation’s most respected small universities) or nearby George Fox University, Pacific University, Willamette University, and Western Oregon University. Childcare is available at a variety of privately managed daycare and preschool centers throughout the area, with local public school after school programs. Our city also offers plenty of senior services through Yamhill County, Northwest Senior & Disability Services, and our own McMinnville Senior Center.

The City of McMinnville has a supportive Mayor, City Council, City Manager, staff, and community. Our Council-Manager form of government ensures we deliver on the City Council's priorities with best practices in city management. McMinnville is a full-service city with approximately 175 FTE providing a broad range of public services including police and fire protection; ambulance services; municipal court; wastewater treatment; street maintenance; engineering and planning; building permitting and inspection; parks, recreational and cultural activities, a library, and a municipal airport. We have a statewide reputation for financial stability and effective governance.

To learn more about where we're going, check out our strategic plan, Mac-town 2032.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

Patrol

• Patrols streets, businesses, and residential areas to enforce traffic and criminal laws. Issues warnings or citations for violations. Performs security checks for suspicious persons or vehicles.
• Responds to calls, including major crimes, civil complaints, thefts, assaults, family disputes, etc., and takes appropriate actions. Directs traffic at accident/crime scenes as necessary. Performs CPR/First Aid as necessary.
• Makes arrests, conducts searches, transports and releases prisoners.
• Performs community policing activities such as meeting with individuals and groups to discuss crime prevention techniques. Collaborates with citizens, businesses and other community resources to jointly solve crime and livability problems.
• Provides assistance and back up as requested.

Investigations

• Maintains written records and prepares reports regarding investigations, which are reviewed by a supervisor and used for crime prevention, prosecution, and office activities.
• Conducts case/incident investigations and related follow-up activities including gathering and preserving evidence, interviewing and taking statements from victims and witnesses, interrogating suspects, and preparing related reports and logs.
• Facilitates the release of appropriate information to other law enforcement agencies, social service agencies, the media and citizens in regard to on-going investigations, department policies, officer safety information, criminal activity, gang documentation, etc.

GENERAL JOB FUNCTIONS

• Establish and maintain effective working relationships with staff, other agencies, and the public.
• Perform other duties as assigned within the scope of the classification.
• Participate in committees when requested.
• Maintain proficiency in job requirements which may include attending t