Reserve Officer

City of Independence; Independence (OR); On-site; Full time

Job summary

The Independence Police Department is accepting applications for Volunteer Reserve Police Officers. As a Reserve Officer, you will assist full-time officers and engage in community events, crime prevention, and other public safety functions.

Applicants must meet certain qualifications including age, licensing, and testing requirements. This role offers a unique chance to gain valuable law enforcement experience while contributing to your community.

Uniforms and equipment are provided, and some assignments may offer quarterly stipends.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 21 years old.
• Possess a valid Oregon driver's license.
• Pass a background investigation and psychological evaluation.
• Successfully complete the National Police Officer Selection Test (POST).
• Pass the Oregon Physical Abilities Test (ORPAT) with a time of 6:20 or less.
• Complete the Mid-Valley Reserve Training Academy (MVRT).

Responsibilities

• Assist full-time officers with patrol operations.
• Participate in community events and crime prevention programs.
• Perform traffic control and prisoner transports.
• Provide court security and other public safety functions.

Job description

The Independence Police Department is accepting applications for Volunteer Reserve Police Officers.

The Reserve Officer Program provides individuals with an opportunity to serve their community while gaining valuable law enforcement experience. Reserve Officers assist full-time officers with patrol operations, community events, crime prevention programs, traffic control, prisoner transports, court security, and other public safety functions.

Applicants must be at least 21 years of age, possess a valid Oregon driver's license, pass a background investigation and psychological evaluation, successfully complete the National Police Officer Selection Test (POST), pass the Oregon Physical Abilities Test (ORPAT) with a time of 6:20 or less, and complete the Mid-Valley Reserve Training Academy (MVRT).

Reserve Officers are required to volunteer a minimum of 25 hours per month and attend monthly training meetings. Uniforms and equipment are provided by the department (excluding boots). This is a volunteer position; however, some assignments may be eligible for quarterly stipends.

Join the Independence Police Department and make a meaningful difference in your community while developing skills and experience in law enforcement.

Pass a comprehensive background investigation.