Police Officer - Lateral

Job Opportunity: Police Officer

The Forest Grove Police Department is seeking motivated lateral police officers looking to grow and develop in their law enforcement career in a great community. This opportunity will be an open and continuous recruitment process until further notice. Do you want to be part of a progressive and dynamic team where service, compassion, and innovation define your success? The City of Forest Grove, Police Department, is accepting applications for the position of police officer from candidates willing to make law enforcement a career life choice. Candidates must understand the intrinsic value of serving others while also committing to the courage and professionalism required as a code of honor in the law enforcement profession.

The police officer performs a variety of duties in the enforcement of laws and the prevention of crimes; conducts investigations and provides protection to safeguard citizens' lives and property; provides support and assistance to special department programs; and performs a variety of technical and administrative tasks relative to assigned area of responsibility. This position is represented by the Forest Grove Police Association.

Applicants must currently be certified police officers and possess a valid basic Oregon DPSST certification. Applicants must have the equivalent to high school graduation, be a United States citizen, possess a valid driver's license, have an acceptable criminal history and driving record, and be at least 21 years of age at the time of appointment. College-level coursework and Spanish/English bilingualism preferred.

Physical demands and working conditions include an emergency peace control environment; travel from site to site; exposure to hostile environments, traffic hazards, and inclement weather conditions; extensive public contact. Willingness and ability to work rotating shifts (including nights), weekends, holidays and extended hours. Officers may rotate shifts every three months. Days off and shifts are selected on a seniority basis.

Incumbents require sufficient mobility to restrain or subdue individuals; physical endurance in running and climbing; heavy, moderate or light lifting; good balance and hearing; discharge firearms and utilize various other law enforcement equipment; to operate a motorized vehicle. Vision, hearing and communication consistent with police standards set by the state of Oregon. Vision sufficient to read small printed documents, computer screens and other documents. Hearing and speech sufficient to communicate in person and over the telephone.

The selection process includes application screening, DMV and criminal history screening, interview process, chief's interview, background investigation, DPSST physical examination, pre-employment drug screening, and psychological evaluation. Submit completed city application online by the posted deadline. Incomplete applications may be disqualified from the selection process.