Police Officer

Serve with Purpose. Protect with Pride.

The City of Newport is dedicated to consistently investing our resources toward maintaining our City's reputation as a safe place to live, work, play, learn, and visit. Our Police Officers play a vital role in protecting that legacy - serving with integrity, professionalism, and respect.

As a member of our team, you'll embody the values defined by the Oath of Office, Professional Code of Ethics, and our Department's commitment to excellence. Every call, every interaction, and every moment in uniform represents our promise to promote the public's trust, confidence, and sense of safety and security.

This is a continuously open position to build a qualified pool of candidates for future vacancies. Applications are accepted year-round and reviewed regularly as openings become available.

If you are driven to serve your community, uphold the law with fairness, and contribute to a safer Newport, we invite you to apply and begin your journey in professional law enforcement.

Additional Compensation:

• Bilingual Spanish or ASL 4% increase of pay
• DPPST Immediate Certification of 4%
• DPPST Advanced Certification of 7%
• Detective incentive pay 4%
• Longevity pay of 2% at 10 years, 3% at 15, and 4% at 20%
• Annual cost of living increases (subject to Collective Bargaining Contract)
• Field Training Officers earn 4% premium
• $5000 hiring bonus
• Free membership for self and family to the Newport Recreation Center

Application & Testing Process:

1. Submit an online application by clicking "Apply" on this job posting.
2. Complete the Law Enforcement Exam through the National Testing Network (NTN) and ensure your scores are sent directly to the City of Newport Police Department.

Applicants who successfully complete both requirements and have a passing score for the Law Enforcement exam will be considered as positions become available.

Why Apply?

• Excellent Health, Dental, and Vision coverage for you and your family
• Access to the Oregon Public Employees Retirement System (PERS) for a secure retirement
• Employee Wellness Program with resources to support physical and mental health
• Free Recreation Center and Aquatic Center membership for you and your family to stay active and connected to the community
• Plus, generous paid leave, training opportunities, and career development
• Opportunity for certification and language incentive pays (see Collective Bargaining Contract for details)

For non-local hires, depending on availability, we'll help you settle in with short-term housing - a furnished apartment with a partial rent subsidy for your first three months. Just bring your clothes!

Join a team that values your service, invests in your growth, and recognizes that when our officers are well-supported, our community is stronger.

If you're ready to make a difference and join a department committed to professional growth, ethical service, and community partnership, we want to hear from you.

Apply today to take the first step toward a rewarding career in law enforcement with the City of Newport Police Department!

Example of Duties and/or Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications: Graduation from high school or completed a GED program; must be 21 years of age; must be a U.S. citizen; must possess, or be able to obtain by time of hire, a valid Oregon Driver's License without record of suspension or revocation in any state; successfully pass a drug test and full background investigation verifying any prior criminal convictions; be of good moral and ethical character certifiable as a Police Officer in the state of Oregon based on standards established by the Oregon Department of Public Safety Standards and Training (DPSST); must successfully complete the Oregon Department of Public Safety Standards and Training (DPSST) basic police academy and up to an 18 month probationary period. (Must pass written test, oral interview and medical physical); must be able to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing; ability to meet Department's physical standards and pass ORPAT (Oregon Physical Agility Test) to the minimum standards set by DPSST.

Knowledge, Skills, and Other Characteristics: Knowledge of the criminal and traffic Oregon Revised Statutes. Knowledge of federal, state, county, and City of Newport laws and ordinances. Knowledge of the policies, goals, and procedures of the Newport Police Department. Knowledge of the principles and practices of employee supervision and training. Knowledge of law enforcement principles, methods, techniques, and practices including investigation, intelligence, surveillance, court procedures, community relations, identification, patrol, special weapons and tactics, traffic control, report preparation, custody of persons and property, and crime prevention. Knowledge of equipment used in law enforcement, including weaponry, communications, personal computers, and automotive equipment. Knowledge of the street names and locations in the City of Newport and surrounding area. Skill in performing the day-to-day operations of a police officer. Skill in understanding and interpreting complex statutes, ordinances, regulations, standards, and guidelines. Skill in communicating in person, in writing, and on two-way radio. Skill in preparing reports documenting the facts and actions regarding criminal and civil law enforcement incidents. Skill in conducting investigations of criminal activities. Skill in establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with City employees, local government officials, other law enforcement agencies, criminal justice system staff, the business community, and citizens.

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The physical demands of this position require that all candidates have the ability to pass ORPAT (Oregon Physical Agility Test) to the minimum standards set by DPSST. The patrol officer must possess the psychomotor skills required to drive a patrol vehicle in normal and emergency situations; fire a weapon accurately under extreme, varied conditions; successfully qualify with the assigned weapon in accordance with the requirements established by the Newport Police Department; maintain agility, endurance and strength; and show dexterity in self-defense and apprehension (e.g., safely taking a person into custody with a minimum of force). While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to sit, and talk or hear. The employee is occasionally required to stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle, or operate objects, controls, or tools listed above; reach with hands and arms; climb or balance; run, stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl; and taste or smell. The employee may be required to carry, drag, or restrain individuals from 50 to 300 pounds and lift in excess of 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.

How to Apply

All applications for this position must be submitted via our online application system. Only complete applications will be considered and application review will continue until position is filled. Please do not fax, mail or e-mail any documentation. You will receive a confirmation email when your application has been successfully submitted. The City of Newport is an EEO and veteran's preference employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected under state, federal or local law. All offers of employment are subject to successful completion of a pre-employment background check, reference checking, and in the case of safety sensitive positions, drug and alcohol testing. The City of Newport follows Oregon law regarding Veterans' Preference in Public Employment. If you are requesting Veterans' Preference, you must complete the Veteran's Preference Form and attach a copy of your DD214 / DD215. If you are a disabled veteran, you must also include a copy of your Veteran's Administration benefit summary/award letter with your application.